Camera Selection Guide 2021

CCTV Handbook 2021 Camera Selection Guide, Surveillance

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Category: IP

Brand/Range name: Hikvision

Supplier(s): ADI Global Distribution, Pinnsec, Regal Distributors SA , Sensor Security Systems

Camera name: DS-2CD2T45G0P-I

Maximum resolution: 1920 x 1080 @ 30 fps

Lighting Capabilities: 0,028 lux @ (F2.0, AGC on); 0 lux with IR

Software provided with camera: Hik-Central, iVMS-4200, Hik-Connect

Onboard storage: microSD/SDHC/SDXC slot, up to 256 GB

Onboard intelligence/analytics: Line crossing detection, intrusion detection, unattended baggage detection, object removal detection, face detection, scene change detection

ONVIF conformant: Yes

Description: High-quality imaging with 4 MP resolution is provided by the DS-2CD2T45G0P-I, in addition to 180° super wide field of view, efficient H.265+ compression technology, clear imaging against strong backlighting thanks to 120 dB true WDR technology and distortion correction. The camera is water and dust resistant (IP67).

Variations in range:

• None

Contact: Nick Wang

Tel: +27 72 238 8274

[email protected]



Category: IP

Brand/Range name: Hikvision

Supplier(s): ADI Global Distribution, Pinnsec, Regal Distributors SA , Sensor Security Systems

Camera name: DS-2CD2147G2-SU

Maximum resolution: 2688 x 1520 @ 30 fps

Lighting Capabilities: Colour: 0,0005 lux @ (F1.0, AGC on)

Software provided with camera: iVMS-4200, Hik-Connect, Hik-Central

Onboard storage: Memory card slot for microSD/SDHC/SDXC/TF card, up to 256 GB

Onboard intelligence/analytics: Line crossing detection, intrusion detection, region entrance detection, region exit detection, motion detection, video tampering alarm, exception

ONVIF conformant: Yes

Description: With a focus on human and vehicle target classification based on deep learning, this camera boasts high-quality imaging with 4 MP resolution, efficient H.265+ compression, clear imaging against strong backlighting thanks to 130 dB WDR technology and 24/7 colourful imaging. It features a microphone for real-time audio security (audio and alarm interface available) and is water, dust and vandal resistant.

Variations in range:

• None

Contact: Nick Wang

Tel: +27 72 238 8274

[email protected]



Category: IP

Brand/Range name: Hikvision

Supplier(s): ADI Global Distribution , Pinnsec, Regal Distributors SA , Sensor Security Systems

Camera name: DS-2XS6A25G0-I/CH20S40

Maximum resolution: 1920 x 1080 @ 30 fps

Lighting Capabilities: Colour: 0,004 lux @ (F1.4, AGC on); B/W: 0,002 lux @ (F1.4, AGC on); 0 lux with IR on; IR range: 30 m

Software provided with camera: Hik-Central, iVMS-4200, Hik-connect

Onboard storage: microSD/SDHC/SDXC card, up to 256 GB

Onboard intelligence/analytics: Line crossing detection, intrusion detection, region entrance detection, region exit detection, unattended baggage detection, object removal detection, scene change detection

ONVIF conformant: Yes

Description: The IP67 rated DS-2XS6A25G0-I/CH20S40 bullet camera is powered by a 40 W photovoltaic panel and 20 Ah chargeable lithium battery, allowing it to operate for up to seven days in rainy or cloudy weather if fully charged. It supports battery management, battery display, remote wakeup, and various battery protection functions. Other features include 120 dB true WDR and LTE-TDD/LTE-FDD/WCDMA/4G communication.

Variations in range:

• Lens options: 2,8 mm, 4 mm, 8 mm

Contact: Nick Wang

Tel: +27 72 238 8274

[email protected]



Category: IP

Brand/Range name: Hikvision

Supplier(s): Regal Distributors SA

Camera name: ColorVu DS-2CD2T47G2-L

Maximum resolution: 2688 x 1520 @ 25 fps

Lighting Capabilities: ColorVu 24/7 colour images; white light supplement – 60 m

Software provided with camera: HikCentral VMS

Onboard storage: microSD/SDHC/SDXC card, up to 256 GB

Onboard intelligence/analytics: Face capture, line crossing detection, intrusion detection, region entrance detection, region exit detection

ONVIF conformant: Yes

Description: The DS-2CD2T47G2-L’s ColorVu technology provides 24/7 vivid, colourful images with F1.0 advanced lenses and high-performance sensors. F1.0 super-aperture collects more light to produce brighter images. This advanced sensor technology can vastly improve the utilisation of available light.

Variations in range:

• 2 mm, 4 mm, 6 mm lens options

Contact: Etienne Rheder

Tel: +27 11 553 3300

[email protected]



Category: Thermal

Brand/Range name: Hikvision

Supplier(s): ADI Global Distribution, Pinnsec, Regal Distributors SA, Sensor Security Systems

Camera name: DS-2TD2617-10/PA

Maximum resolution: Thermal channel: 160 x 120; Optical channel: 2688 x 1520

Lighting Capabilities: Colour: 0,0176 lux @ (F2.25, AGC on); B/W: 0,0035 lux @(F2.25, AGC on)

Software provided with camera: Hik-Central

Onboard storage: microSD/SDHC/SDXC card, up to 256 GB

Onboard intelligence/analytics: Line crossing, intrusion, region entrance, region exit, 8 VCA rules in total. Temperature measurement:10 points, 10 areas, 1 line

ONVIF conformant: Yes

Description: The DS-2TD2617-10/PA features behaviour analysis based on a deep learning algorithm, a temperature exception alarm and fire detection algorithm. It has image processing technology for linear, histogram and self-adaptive thermal AGC modes, DDE and 3D DNR.

Variations in range:

• 3 mm, 6 mm, 10 mm options, bullet and turret appearance options

Contact: Nick Wang

Tel: +27 72 238 8274

[email protected]





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