Camera selection guide

CCTV Handbook 2016 Camera Selection Guide, Surveillance

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Category: IP

Brand/Range name: Axis Communications

Supplier: Axis Communications

Camera name: P1364

Resolution: 1280x960 @ 25 fps

Software provided with hardware? Axis Camera Companion

Onboard storage: 64 GB

Onboard intelligence: Video motion detection, active tampering alarm, audio detection.

ONVIF / PSIA standards supported: ONVIF

Description: This network camera has outstanding light sensitivity and delivers HDTV 720p video at 50/60 frames per second in H.264 and Motion JPEG. The day/night camera features a P-Iris lens for optimal image clarity, in addition to digital PTZ and multi-view streaming.

Variations in range:

• The camera offers a varifocal F1.2, 2.8–8.5 mm, P-Iris, IR-corrected and CS-mount lens. Axis’ Zipstream technology greatly reduces bandwidth and storage requirements. Supporting WDR –Forensic Capture, video is highly optimised for forensic purposes and provides extreme levels of detail – even in very complex light conditions. P1364 includes the ability to seamlessly transition between WDR and Lightfinder modes.

Contact: Vanessa Tyne

Tel: +27 (0)11 548 6780

[email protected]


Category: Thermal

Brand/Range name: Axis Communications

Supplier: Axis Communications

Camera name: Q1941-E

Resolution: 384x288 thermal detection

Onboard storage: 64 GB

Onboard intelligence: Video motion detection, audio detection, shock detection. Support for Axis Camera Application Platform.

ONVIF / PSIA standards supported: ONVIF

Description: An affordable outdoor, bullet style thermal camera with a built-in window heater for harsh weather conditions. The network camera can optimise detection performance to meet most application requirements, e.g. perimeter surveillance.

Variations in range:

• A range of lens alternatives (7 mm, 13 mm, 19 mm, 35 mm and 60 mm) make it possible to optimise detection performance to meet most requirements. It supports electronic image stabilisation that keeps the video smooth during vibrations, and Axis’ Zipstream that lowers bandwidth and storage requirements.

Contact: Vanessa Tyne

Tel: +27 (0)11 548 6780

[email protected]






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