Hikvision has launched a new series of mini Panovu cameras offering a non-stitched panoramic view, making it sharper, and with a PTZ lens for more detail. The series (DS-2PT3326IZ-DE3) has been designed for installers who are looking for an easy, and cost-efficient solution. Panorama and PTZ together are able to offer clarity and detail; there are three fixed lenses of 128.5º giving a full 360º angle, forming individual images. As these images are taken separately, they have lower distortion and give sharper resolution.
A PTZ lens also gives the cameras the ability to zoom into the relevant detail, where necessary, making the solution much more flexible. The lens can pan to 350º and tilt from 0º – -90º.
The cameras are able to give users a four-channel 1080MP live view simultaneously, giving an integrated, wide view of the area, while allowing them to zoom in and track interesting people or vehicles. The brand-new mini Panovu has features including: High Edge Definition, with 3x 2mm lenses forming images independently; Low Image Distortion, with those lenses and sensors forming images; Ultra-wide FOV up to 360°; and, IR distance of 10m.
It offers simple installation for multiple applications. The cameras have been designed with simple installation in mind. A single power cable and a single IP (but with four streams) reduces wiring and overall time to install. Add the fact that one camera can do the job of four others, and the result is a comprehensive, cost-efficient solution for numerous applications. Traditional solutions use a number of different cameras, with different IPs. This makes them harder to manage and install. Often fisheye cameras are used in these types of application and they can suffer from distortion. They are also unable to give the same amount of detail, as there is no PTZ capability.
These cameras would suit indoor applications with multi-spot surveillance, such as in retail; education; and healthcare installations. There is also an outdoor version within the series, the DS-2PT5326IZ-DE, which brings all of these benefits to outdoor scenarios, such as crossroads, public areas or parks. The outdoor camera is built to IP66 standard, protecting it against dust and water ingress. There are also more features including 3x 2MP 4mm lenses, Horizontal FOV 270°, 2MP PTZ with pan/tilt of 0°-180°/15°-55° to benefit the outdoor camera.
