Available in 2 megapixel outdoor mini-dome and bullet varifocal models, the new Illustra Essentials IP cameras offer users a wider field of view. These cameras utilise a 2.8-12mm varifocal lens. Beyond the field of view, the Illustra Essentials varifocal cameras have true day/night IR illumination to capture high quality video in low light situations. Whilst designed to produce exceptional low light colour video, Illustra Essentials also feature noise reduction and reduced storage costs with highly efficient bandwidth usage.

The Illustra Essentials varifocals provide high performance wide dynamic range to simultaneously view high contrast areas. Ideal for changing lighting conditions, the Illustra Essentials cameras are ideal for outdoor regions with very bright and dark areas. Additionally, these cameras feature H.264 and MJPEG dual-stream encoding and a maximum 30 images per second for crisp, clear images.

The mini-dome cameras come with durable enclosures with an IK10 rating to protect against vandalism.

“We are pleased to continue to add to the Illustra Essentials IP camera portfolio, giving our customers more options for high quality, yet truly affordable cameras,” said Stuart Bettle, Video Product Marketing Manager, EMEA, Tyco Security Products. “With the addition of the new varifocals cameras, Illustra cameras offer an ideal solution with the goals of optimal performance and easy installation in mind.”

Compatible with American Dynamics Videoedge and Exacqvision video management system (VMS) software and recorders, as well as the Holis recording platform, the Illustra Essentials varifocals cameras can be easily configured into a video security system.