Use-IP - The UK's leading IP Camera Store

Over the past few weeks, our series of blog posts have attempted to explain the ACTi D Series and E Series.

If you are still wondering which camera would best suit your security applications, why not take a look at the features offered by each model:

NB: 

Fixed/ Vari – refers to a fixed or a varifocal lens (the numbers displayed in this column denote the camera’s viewing angle)

SWDR – Superior Wide Dynamic Range, allowing the capture of even greater detail

SLLS – Superior Low Light Sensitivity, able to remain in colour mode and capture excellent video quality even in very low light

D/N – true day/night cameras

The ACTi E Series of IP CCTV cameras features a range of both indoor and outdoor dome cameras, including two indoor mini domes. These are available from 1MP to 5MP, depending on the quality of image you require.

The E Series dome cameras have a range of features, allowing users to tailor their choice specifically to their security requirements.

The E66, E67 and E84 models offer superior low light sensitivity. They are able to remain in colour mode and capture excellent video quality even in very low light.

The E64, E65, E74, E85 and E86  feature superior Wide Dynamic Range (WDR), allowing the capture of even greater detail.

You may find the tables below helpful in finding the correct dome camera for your security needs.

Indoor:

Outdoor:

The following E Range dome cameras are suitable for outside security applications. They all offer true day/night functionality with mechanical IR cut filter.

The ACTi E Series features seven box cameras:

• E21 1MP Box Camera with fixed lens
• E21 1MP Box Camera with varifocal lens
• E22 5MP Box Camera with fixed lens
• E22 5MP Box Camera with varifocal lens
• E25 1.3MP Box Camera with varifocal lens and superior low light sensitivity
• E23 2MP Box Camera with varifocal lens and superior low light senstivity
• E24 3MP Box Camera with varifocal lens and superior WDR

These have varied maximum resolutions, lens types and functionality. They each use progressive scan CMOS and have true day/night functionality with mechanical IR cut filter. They feature video motion detection and are powered by PoE, allowing for easy set-up.

Please note that, unlike other cameras, the E21 and E22 have optional fixed or varifocal lens. Please ensure that you order the correct product as the different lenses do not alter the model number.

The E23 and E25 models also offer superior low light sensitivity. They are able to remain in colour mode and capture excellent video quality even in very low light.

The E24 features superior Wide Dynamic Range (WDR), allowing the capture of even greater detail.

You may wish to use the table below to help you select the right model for you:

There are nine bullet cameras in the ACTi E Series, housed in IP66-rated weatherproof housing and therefore suitable for indoor or outdoor use. These range from 1MP to 5MP and are available with fixed or varifocal lenses, depending on your security application. They each have true day/night functionality with mechanical IR cut filter and feature video motion detection.

The ACTi E44 also offers superior low light sensitivity. It is able to remain in colour mode and capture excellent video quality even in very low light.

The E45 and E46 models feature superior Wide Dynamic Range (WDR), allowing the capture of even greater detail.

The table below may help you in your choice of bullet camera:

ACTi’s E Series of IP CCTV cameras includes three cube cameras:

• E11 1MP Cube Camera
• E12 3MP Cube Camera
• E13 5MP Cube Camera

These cameras are available in 1MP (1280 x 720 resolution), 3MP (2048 x 1536 resolution) or 5MP (2592 x 1944 resolution). They can record at 0.1 minimum lux. Unlike their D Series counterparts, the E Series cube cameras feature two-way audio. They are powered by Class 2 PoE, which allows for fuss-free set-up.