i-PRO to unveil industry’s smallest and lightest Outdoor Multi-Directional + PTZ camera

i-PRO Co. Ltd., a front-runner in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety, will expand its multi-sensor line with a new multi-directional + PTZ camera. The WV-X86531-Z2 is the smallest and lightest outdoor-rated multi-directional + PTZ of its kind in the industry. It features powerful edge AI capabilities, advanced cybersecurity, and vandal resistance for the widest possible deployment options.

For high-quality, efficient coverage of wide areas, nothing beats a multi-sensor camera. When integrated with a powerful PTZ camera, security operators have the finest of both worlds. Traditional multi-sensor + PTZ cameras tend to be heavy and bulky which has relegated their deployments to exterior, elevated mounting positions. 

The new outdoor-rated and vandal-proof WV-X86531-Z2 camera is nearly half the weight of competing multi-directional PTZ cameras. At only 3.8 kg and 250 x 195 mm, it is the most discreet camera of its type currently available. By deploying a smaller camera, operators benefit from lower mount heights and improved viewings angles for better AI performance. 

Authority comment

“We believe we’ve created the smallest, lightest, outdoor and vandal proof multi-directional + PTZ option on the market," says Gerald Figols, President, i-PRO EMEA. “i-PRO is an industry front-runner when it comes to cyber-secure edge-AI cameras, the fact that this camera is the only multi-directional + PTZ on the market available with 6 edge AI applications, makes it the best camera of its type we’ve ever seen.” 

Multi-sensors

The camera supports up to four 5MP multi-sensors in addition to the 2MP PTZ sensor

The camera supports up to four 5MP multi-sensors in addition to the 2MP PTZ sensor. Each multi-sensor has a 3.2 mm focal length and a 97° field of view supporting up to 360° of panoramic coverage.

The in-built auto-tracking PTZ camera features a 21x optical zoom and 4.0 to 84.6 mm focal length. The camera is completely integrated so there’s no need for double assembly, and no calibration is required between the multi-sensor cameras and PTZ camera to set the angle of view.

Features of the Multi-Directional + PTZ Camera

AI Analytics and Auto-tracking

The WV-X86531-Z2 is the only multi-directional + PTZ camera currently available with AI edge-based analytics, supporting four unique applications on the multi-sensor array and two unique applications on the PTZ for high-accuracy notifications and forensic search.

The camera comes pre-installed with a robust set of free AI-assisted analytics. AI-based object recognition enables a seamless hand-off from the multi-directional lenses to the PTZ while AI auto-tracking ensures the PTZ doesn’t lose lock on the subject. Operators can also interact with the camera by simply dragging a box around any object in the multi-sensor image to automatically move the PTZ camera to that position for a closer, auto-tracked look. 

For example, a security operator could use i-PRO’s Active Guard forensic search plug-in with VMS alerts to send a notification when a person wearing a red shirt and brown shoes enters a building. The i-PRO multi-directional + PTZ camera provides continuous 360° of coverage and compares each object to the search criteria. Once a person matching the search sounds the alarm, the system can automatically pan and zoom in on the person to verify that it is truly the individual that they are searching for.

Low-light Performance

The PTZ camera supports  .011 lux that enables the camera to deliver color images in the lowest light environments

Because colours are so important to accurate object recognition and tracking, the multi-sensor cameras support a minimum illumination of .12 lux while the PTZ camera supports illumination down to .011 lux. This enables the camera to deliver color images in the lowest light environments.

For the majority of use cases, such as forensic search, IR is not desired, since engaging IR would switch the camera to black and white mode. The camera is designed to make the best use of ambient light from other sources.

Cybersecure, Environment and Vandal Resistant

The WV-X86531-Z2 contains a secure element which complies with the FIPS 140-2 level 3 standard for cybersecurity resiliency. It also comes with a digital certificate issued by GlobalSign. The camera is IP66, IP67 and IK10 rated allowing it to be mounted in a variety of indoor or outdoor areas for complete flexibility without fear of damage from the environment or vandals.

Easy Installation and Durability

The WV-X86531-Z2 requires only one LAN cable (with PoE++ power) and just two VMS licenses. Its low weight and hook-structure mounting system saves installers time by allowing the camera body to be easily suspended and snapped into place.

i-PRO PTZ cameras rely on gears to deliver consistent, repeatable panning accuracy

For increased versatility and discreet use indoors, accessories can provide an embedded ceiling mount that takes a significant portion of the camera into the ceiling, decreasing the height by around 30%. Essential for lower ceiling deployments, the multi-sensor lenses have a tilt angle adjustment to suit the unique requirements of every installation.

Many PTZ cameras utilise a belt drive system which deteriorates with use. Belts stretch over time leading to less precision when panning to the desired area in the scene. i-PRO PTZ cameras rely on gears to deliver consistent, repeatable panning accuracy and require no routine maintenance.

Availability

Available in either black or white, the WV-X86531-Z2 model includes four multi-sensors while the WV-X86530-Z2 contains three. All i-PRO multi-directional models are NDAA compliant.