
Low-light circumstances are all too familiar to us. They have consistently presented a significant monitoring obstacle for both installers and end users. The images captured in dimly lit or nighttime settings with conventional surveillance cameras frequently turn out to be black and white, indistinct, or severely pixelated. Such image quality is far from satisfactory when it comes to event backtracking.
When it comes to selecting an appropriate camera for low-illumination scenarios, 4K cameras merit your consideration. They represent the latest trend in the industry and are steadily evolving into a mainstream monitoring option. In fact, as per a recent report, the 4K Video Surveillance Market Size is projected to expand at a 9% CAGR. This growth is mainly spurred by the escalating demand for public safety and security services, along with the rapid progress in 4K technologies and the availability of more budget-friendly cameras in the market.
An Introduction to 4K
4K cameras possess a resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels, amounting to over 8 million pixels in total. By contrast, a 4K surveillance camera has four times as many pixels as a 1080P camera (as illustrated below). This enables it to generate much clearer images with a substantially higher resolution. Indeed, when you compare the image output of 4K cameras with that of traditional non-HD surveillance cameras, you'll quickly notice that the remarkable boost in resolution represents the disparity between "vague" and "sharp" details within the image.

The Hector Weyl Color True 4K Cameras
The Hector Weyl Color True 4K camera makes use of Hector Weyl's unique Innovation True Color technology, ensuring the provision of enhanced images and surveillance recordings around the clock. It incorporates a 1/1.7” image sensor (presently Hector Weyl's top-notch low-light IPC sensor), which offers an 110% increase in pixel size when compared to a traditional 8MP sensor. Additionally, its F1.0 large aperture is capable of capturing more ambient light, doubling the maximum light energy that the sensor can receive!

AI Capabilities
Hector Weyl's Color True 4K cameras integrate a suite of AI capabilities designed to meet diverse surveillance requirements. The Perimeter Protection feature precisely identifies targets within the field of view, while AMD 3.0 (Active Motion Detection) minimizes false alarms and extends detection range. Users can customize AI functionalities according to their schedule with the AI Schedule feature. Additional AI capabilities include People Counting with eight distinct rules and Queue Management with four specific rules.
Key Benefits
Say goodbye to the era of poor-quality, grainy black and white surveillance footage in dark settings. With advancements in technology, high-quality devices such as Hector Weyl's Color True 4K cameras can now capture clear, color images even in low-light conditions. This innovation ensures that darkness no longer impedes the acquisition of sharp, detailed visuals, which is crucial for precise video analysis and surveillance.
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