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Image/Video Control – 3A Support
Automatic Electronic Shutter (AES) – Feature that automatically adjust exposure time
according to the environment light and catch fast moving object to ensure image
clarity.
Automatic Gain Control (AGC) – Electronic circuit that amplifies the video signal when
the strength of the signal falls below a given value.
Automatic White Balance (AWB) – Technology that balances the image colors
against a light color object in the camera's view.
IP Surveillance Essential
• Image Processing
Correct White Balance Incorrect White Balance
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Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)
Wide Dynamic Range Technology uses two shutter speeds, high and normal, in
alternative video fields and combines these two fields into one frame. This will allow
details to be captured accurately even if one area is bright and another is dark by
combining the fields to one frame, thus yielding higher quality images.
IP Surveillance Essential
• Image Processing
Original Image
BLC
WDR
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Light Sensitivity
Light sensitivity of a surveillance camera is the illuminance level, measured in lux, at
which the camera produces a satisfactory image.
The lower the lux rating, the more sensitive is the camera to the light. A camera with
lower lux rating will perform better in low-light condition.
Generally, the camera needs at least 200 lux to produce a good quality image. With
more light on the object, the camera will produce the better image.
IP Surveillance Essential
• Light Sensitivity
Illuminance Light environment
32000 – 130000 lux Direct sunlight
10000 – 25000 lux Daylight – non direct sun
320 – 500 lux Recommended office lighting
80 lux Hallway / toilet
0.27 lux Full moon on a clear night
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Summary
A surveillance camera is generally built up of several components such as
lens, filter, image sensor, compression chip, CPU, memory, and interfaces.
Some IP cameras may have more components as they have certain
specialized capabilities.
Some of the things that should be considered when choosing an IP camera
are lens type, lens mount standard, filter, image sensor, illumination and
resolution, because these can affect image quality.
Lens type is important because there are various types of lens for
surveillance solutions designed differently to meet special purpose, such as
monofocal lens, varifocal lens, and zoom lens.
Image Sensor of an IP Camera should also be considered when choosing
an IP Camera, depending on the needs. Image sensor comprises of two
different type: CCD or CMOS.
Illumination rating is very important for video surveillance. This is used to
determine the amount of reflected light needed to produce a usable picture.
IP Surveillance Essential
• Summary
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