Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, unveils the VB-M50B, calling it a high-performance network camera capable of capturing color accurate video even in low light environments. The release states, “The VB-M50B PTZ Network Camera can reproduce color video down to .04 lux* and black and white video down to .002 lux*, making it ideal for many applications where lighting may be limited, ranging from security and surveillance to web casting. (*Low light rating specifications based on: F1.8, shutter speed 1/30, smart shade adjustment off, 50IRE.)”
This new network camera features an advanced lens with a large aperture ratio ranging from F1.8 (W) to F2.4 (T) which allows more light to reach the camera's CMOS image sensor, and Canon's DIGIC DV III Image Processor which is designed to provide crisp images with remarkable color accuracy.
“The demand for higher quality video from network cameras is growing considerably” says Yuichi Ishizuka, president and chief operating officer, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “Canon has leveraged ongoing investments in research and development to engineer a compact, high-sensitivity network camera that will enable the capture of video with remarkable color and detail in situations with almost no light – making it appealing to professionals working in various industries.”
Among the VB-M50B's features is a long-range optical zoom capability made possible by the camera's extended focal length. That functionality is backed by an Enhanced Digital Zoom function that can stream a lower resolution crop of the original high-resolution video, thereby achieving a similar level of video quality as with digital zoom - but at a lower resolution to help minimize costly bandwidth and storage space.
The VB-M50B offers a Pan/Tilt mechanism (300°/sec Pan and Tilt speeds) which can be particularly beneficial to users who may establish up to 64 preset camera positions and schedule up to five preset tour routes, helping to eliminate the need for repeated manual adjustment of the pan/tilt/zoom positions.
"Canon has leveraged ongoing investments in research & development to engineer a compact, high-sensitivity network camera that will enable the capture of video with remarkable color & detail in situations with almost no light.."
Yuichi Ishizuka
President & Chief Operation Officer, Canon U.S.A Inc.
The Canon Camera Management Tool (CCMT) allows users to manage most Canon Network Cameras** on a local network via a single screen. Configuration of the VB-M50B is also simplified via ONVIF Profile S and Profile G support for configuration with many different video management software (VMS) solutions. (**CCMT excludes the management of VGA models.)
A Camera Viewer and a Mobile Viewer provide access to the camera's features and functionality from a variety of different compatible devices including PCs, mobile phones and tablets. A built-in SD Memory Card slot also supports SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards to provide a secondary means of saving live images and H.264 video. Additionally, the camera's Variable Bit Rate Stabilization feature can help assure a more reliable network connection by automatically suppressing spikes in bandwidth.
The VB-M50B also includes Motion Adaptive Noise Reduction and Area-Specific Data Size Reduction (ADSR), which are both designed to help reduce data size while also helping to improve image quality.
The VB-M50B also offers multiple image enhancement features including a new Clear IR Mode – which activates an Infrared Bandpass Filter that allows only infrared light to pass through to the image sensor –promoting image quality even in challenging environments.
Pricing, Availability and Warranty
The Canon VB-M50B PTZ Network Camera has a suggested list price of $3,499 and is currently scheduled to be available through authorized Canon dealers in April 2016. The VB-M50B is backed by the Canon Visual Communication Product Limited Warranty, and the Company's award-winning Professional Service & Support, which includes both an Advanced Warranty Service Exchange Program and a Service Loaner Program.
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