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16+ Megapixel

ACTi's 16+ Megapixel technology, led by the A317, delivers ultra-high resolution and AI-powered intelligence to enable wide-area coverage with exceptional detail and efficiency.

Overview

Hemispheric & Fisheye

Product Matrix

Comparison

Multi-Imager

Product Matrix

Comparison

PTZ

Product Matrix

Comparison

Body Worn

Product Matrix

Comparison

Overview

As surveillance demands evolve from simple monitoring to data-driven security intelligence, image resolution has become a critical differentiator. Traditional 2MP–8MP systems are no longer sufficient for large-scale environments requiring wide coverage, forensic-level detail, and AI-based analytics accuracy.

ACTi introduces its 16+ Megapixel (MP) camera technology, led by models such as the ACTi A317, delivering:

Ultra-high pixel density Enhanced situational awareness AI-ready video streams Reduced infrastructure complexity

This white paper explores the technical architecture, advantages, and real-world applications of ACTi’s 16MP+ surveillance solutions.

The Evolution of Resolution in Video Surveillance

Legacy CCTV (<1MP) - Basic Monitoring
HD Era (2-5MP) - General Surveillance
8MP High-quality recording
16MP+ - AI and Forensics

Higher resolution is not just about sharper images—it directly impacts:

Object detection accuracy
Identification capability
Post-event forensic analysis

ACTi 16+ Megapixel Technology Architecture

Ultra-High Resolution Sensors

16MP and above pixel arrays
Enables wide-area coverage with fewer cameras
Maintains detail even after digital zoom

Extreme WDR (Wide Dynamic Range)

Handles challenging lighting (backlight, glare, shadows)
Preserves details in both bright and dark regions

Extreme Low Light Sensitivity

Optimized sensor + ISP pipeline
Enables usable images in near-dark environments
Reduces reliance on IR illumination

Built-in AI Analytics

Object detection (people, vehicles)
Classification and event filtering
Metadata generation for VMS integration

High-Efficiency Compression

H.265 / H.264 / AV1 support
Optimized bitrate despite higher resolution
Reduces storage and bandwidth costs

Advantages of 16MP+ Surveillance

Wide Coverage with Fewer Cameras

Replace multiple 4MP cameras with one 16MP unit
Lower installation and maintenance costs

Forensic-Level Detail

License plates
Facial features
Small objects at distance

Enhanced AI Accuracy

More pixels = better object detection
Reduced false positives

Future-Proof Infrastructure

Smart city expansion
AI-driven analytics
Long-term scalability

Use Cases

Smart Cities
Transportation
Industrial & Critical Infrastructure
Large Venues (stadiums, campuses)

Hemispheric & Fisheye

Product Matrix

Product Type	Hemispheric Bullet
Application Environment	Outdoor
Lens	Fixed focal
16MP	A317

Comparison

Model	A317
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Product Type	Hemispheric Bullet
Maximum Resolution	16MP
Sensor Size	1/1.8"
Light Type	Adaptive IR LED: 40m, White LED: 40m
Wide Dynamic Range	Extreme (130 dB)
LightGuard	Yes
Smart Dual Light	Yes
Audio	2-way, Built-in Microphone, Built-in Speaker, Line-in, Line-out
Multi-Streaming	Dual Stream
Built-in Analytics	Smart Motion Detection, Smart Intrusion Protection
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 60°C (-40°F ~ 140°F)
Environmental Casing	Weatherproof (IP68), Vandal proof metal casing (IK10)
Anti-Corrosion	Yes (approximately 10 years)
Digital Input/Output	2/2
Application Environment	Outdoor

Multi-Imager

Product Matrix

Product Type	4-Sensor 180° Dome	4-Sensor 360° Dome
Application Environment	Outdoor	Outdoor
Lens	Fixed focal	Zoom
Zoom Ratio		5x
20MP	Q75	Q84

Comparison

Model	Q75	Q84
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Product Type	Outdoor 4-Sensor 180° Dome	Outdoor 4-Sensor 360° Dome
Maximum Resolution	20MP	20MP
Zoom Ratio	-	5x
Sensor Size	1/1.8"	1/2.7"
Light Type	Adaptive IR LED: 30m	Adaptive IR LED: 50m
Wide Dynamic Range	Advanced (100 dB)	Extreme (130 dB)
LightGuard	-	Yes
Maximum Frame Rate	30fps	30fps
Audio	2-way, Line-in, Line-out	2-way, Built-in Microphone, Line-in, Line-out
Maximum fps vs Resolution	30@5MP, 30@2MP	30@5MP, 30@4MP, 30@2MP
Multi-Streaming	Triple Streams	Triple Streams
Built-in Analytics	-	Smart Motion Detection, Smart Intrusion Protection, Counting
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 50°C (-40°F ~ 122°F)	-30°C ~ 60°C (-22°F ~ 140°F)
Environmental Casing	Weatherproof (IP66), Vandal proof (IK10)	Weatherproof (IP68), Vandal proof metal casing (IK10)
Anti-Corrosion	Optional (approximately 2-3 years)	Optional (approximately 2-3 years)
NDAA	-	Yes
Digital Input/Output	1/1	2/3
Application Environment	Outdoor	Outdoor

PTZ

Product Matrix

Product Type	Multi-Imager PTZ
Application Environment	Outdoor
Lens	Fixed focal+Zoom
Zoom Ratio	42x
32MP	K9001

Comparison

Model	K9001
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Product Type	Outdoor Multi-Imager PTZ
Maximum Resolution	32MP
Zoom Ratio	42x
Sensor Size	1/1.8"
Light Type	Adaptive IR LED: 500m
Wide Dynamic Range	Superior (120 dB)
Maximum Frame Rate	60fps
Audio	2-way, Line-in, Line-out
Maximum fps vs Resolution	60@4MP, 60@2MP
Multi-Streaming	Triple Streams
Built-in Analytics	Smart Motion Detection, Smart Intrusion Protection, Object Metadata, Counting, Auto Tracking
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 70°C (-40°F ~ 158°F)
Environmental Casing	Weatherproof (IP68)
Anti-Corrosion	Optional (approximately 2-3 years)
UL Listed	Yes
NDAA	Yes
Digital Input/Output	3/7
Application Environment	Outdoor

Body Worn

Product Matrix

Product Type	Body Worn
Application Environment	Outdoor
Lens	Fixed focal
32MP	PCAM-1602 PCAM-1603
40MP	PCAM-1600
80MP	PCAM-1601 PCAM-1601-P1

Comparison

Model	PCAM-1602	PCAM-1600	PCAM-1603	PCAM-1601	PCAM-1601-P1
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Product Type	Body Worn	Body Worn	Body Worn	Body Worn	Body Worn
Maximum Resolution	32MP	40MP	40MP	80MP	80MP
Light Type	IR LED: 10m	IR LED: 10m	IR LED: 10m	IR LED: 10m	IR LED: 10m
Maximum Frame Rate	30fps	30fps	60fps	30fps	30fps
Audio	1-way, Built-in Microphone	1-way, Built-in Microphone	-	2-way, Built-in Microphone, Built-in Speaker	2-way, Built-in Microphone, Built-in Speaker
Maximum fps vs Resolution	30@2MP	30@4MP, 30@2MP	30@4MP, 30@2MP	30@8MP, 30@4MP, 30@2MP	30@8MP, 30@4MP, 30@2MP
Multi-Streaming	-	-	-	Dual Stream	Dual Stream
Image Resolution	32MP, 21MP, 16MP, 12MP, 10MP, 8MP, 5MP	40MP, 36MP, 21MP, 16MP, 14MP, 8MP, 4MP	40MP, 38MP, 36MP, 21MP, 10MP, 16MP, 14MP, 8MP, 4MP	80MP	80MP
Operating Temperature	-20°C ~ 70°C (-4°F ~ 158°F)	-20°C ~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F)	-20°C ~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F)	-20°C ~ 55°C (-4°F ~ 131°F)	-20°C ~ 55°C (-4°F ~ 131°F)
Environmental Casing	Weatherproof (IP67), Drop resistant (2 meters)	Weatherproof (IP68), Drop resistant (2 meters)	Weatherproof (IP68), Drop resistant (2 meters)	Weatherproof (IP68), Drop resistant (2 meters)	Weatherproof (IP68), Drop resistant (2 meters)
LCD Screen	2-inch Color TFT Screen	0.5-inch Monochrome LCD Display	2-inch Color TFT Screen	2.4-inch Color Touch Screen	2.4-inch Color Touch Screen
Battery Capacity	3500mAh	3900mAh	3000mAh	3000mAh	4000mAh
Application Environment	Outdoor	Outdoor	Outdoor	Outdoor	Outdoor