A growing number of China releases can deliver up to 700TVL, and megapixel images and videos. 1/3in sensors are common, as are enclosures with a rating of IP66.

Outdoor CCTV dome camera

Mustech Industry Co. Ltd
Mustech’s L822P model is a water-resistant CCTV dome camera suitable for outdoor use. It provides 3x optical zoom. The wireless unit sends motion-triggered alerts to mobile phones or by e-mail. QR code scanning is supported. Resolution options are 1280x720 pixels at 25fps, and 640x480 (VGA) and 320x240 pixels (QVGA). The model uses 22 IR LEDs for night visibility of up to 15m. It pans 355 degrees and tilts 90 degrees. Sixteen preset positions are available. Wireless standard is IEEE 802.11b/g/n with WEP, WPA and WPA2 encryption.

Resists explosions, shock

SharpVision Co. Ltd
The CW-669-1-1 model from SharpVision resists explosions, shock, water and dust, making it suitable for work areas and vehicles with flammable and explosive materials. The unit is housed in molded 304 stainless steel with a polished finish. Night vision is provided by an IR lamp. Visibility reaches 15m. SharpVision requires an MOQ of 99 units.

Varifocal dome camera

Shenzhen Brovision Technology Co. Ltd
Shenzhen Brovision’s model CMD3773 dome camera adopts a 2.8 to 12mm varifocal lens. Designed for indoor use, the unit delivers 700TVL horizontal resolution. It has 24 IR LEDs with an operating distance of 30m. The camera is 136mm in diameter and weighs 0.4kg. Operating temperature ranges from -20 to 60 C.

1.3MP ‘mini’ IR bullet camera

Shenzhen Brovision Technology Co. Ltd
The model CMIP8212 1.3MP mini IR bullet camera from Shenzhen Brovision uses a 4mm fixed lens and a 1/3in CMOS sensor. It has 30 IR LEDs that can be operated up to 30m. The IP66-rated unit supports 3D-DNR, DWDR and BLC. It runs on 12VDC.

Sony sensor, 750TVL

Shenzhen Tengweida Electronic Co. Ltd
Shenzhen Tengweida’s TWD-IAV002-750 model delivers 750TVL in color and 800TVL in b/w. It is fitted with a 1/3in Sony Effio-A 960H ExView HAD II CCD sensor. IR varifocal lens options are 9 to 22m 1.3MP and 2.8 to 12mm 2.0MP. PAL and NTSC are supported, with respective resolutions of 976x582 and 976x494 pixels. Electronic shutter speeds are 1/50 to 1/100,000 and 1/60 to 1/100,000s. The camera is fitted with four LED arrays with an operating range of 80 to 100m. Its IP66-rated metal housing has a three-axes cable-managed bracket.

Rated IP66

Veise Electronics Co. Ltd
With its aluminum shield, the DF-9807 model from Veise is rated IP66. The 110mm-diameter and 105mm-high unit is fitted with a 1/3in color CCD sensor and IR LEDs. PAL and NTSC resolutions are 500x582 and 510x492 pixels, respectively. Electronic shutter speeds are 1/50 to 1/100,000 and 1/60 to 1/100,000s. The model delivers 420TVL and ≥48dB S/N ratio when AGC is switched off. BLC is selectable. Video output is 1.0Vp-p 75 ohm.