Avigilon (TSX: AVO), a leader in high-definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance solutions, announced further expansion to its next-generation H.264 camera technology, the H3 platform with enhanced High-Definition Stream Management™ (HDSM). Joining the 3 megapixel (MP), 5 MP and Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) cameras in the H3 product portfolio are the best-selling 1 and 2 MP cameras. Staying consistent with the H3 line, the 1 MP and 2 MP form factors require four times less bandwidth in challenging lighting conditions than previous generations of H.264 cameras by taking full advantage of Avigilon’s innovative HDSM technology.

Popular for their wide variety of applications, the enhanced 1 and 2 MP cameras will come in dome and box-body form factors. The remote focus and zoom, and integrated 3-9mm F1.2 lens with P-Iris support allow for ease of installation and maximum image clarity.

“At Avigilon we provide solutions for all types of businesses, from convenience stores to casinos, to protect their assets,” said Keith Marett, vice president of marketing and communications of Avigilon. “With the enhancements that the H3 platform brings our 1 and 2 MP cameras will provide even greater bandwidth and storage cost savings for our customers.”

Avigilon’s 1 and 2 MP cameras on the H3 platform deliver the following features and benefits:

Enhanced High-Definition Stream Management™ allows for expanded multi-streaming for efficient playback on  the Avigilon Control Center software;
Records high-definition video at 30 images per second
Advanced data aging reduces long-term archival storage requirements up to 20 times;
Improved low-light image performance provides superior images at night;
Remote focus and zoom for maximum image clarity and ease of installation;
Integrated 3-9mm F1.2 lens with P-Iris support maximizes image quality by allowing the camera to manage auto-iris positioning;
Open ONVIF compliance to provide support in leading video management systems; Image transmission over IP networks using the latest H.264 technology to achieve the lowest network bandwidth, requiring minimal storage for video at high frame rates with superior image quality;
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