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Has anyone tried using the 360-degree Brickcom with ACC5? Avigilon states it supports MD with it. If it also supports dewarping, which I'd assume since it uses the ImmerVision lens like the Sony HM662, it's a winner. I'm thinking of buying one just to test but I just want to know if someone has successfully tried beforehand.

Does anyone know if ACC5 can dewarp the Brickcom MD 300NP? I would assume so since it also uses the ImmerVision lens. In that case, it would be better than the Sony because Avigilon supports MD for that cam.

Hey guys, I know this is my first post but I've been an avid reader of this forum for a few years and I've done my fair share of research just by using the search function. I'm currently working with a client who I've previously (about 10 years ago) sold an analog system to. We're going with Avigilon's Standard VMS solution with encoders for his low-priority areas. He would like 4 high resolution IP cameras overlooking his bartenders at 4 different "pouring stations." Or, one camera per station. The cameras will be about 12ft from the each station. The problem is that these areas are very dimly lit and he'd like to digitally zoom to see exactly what the bartenders are pouring. Here's what I've been thinking: 1) Axis P3367-V - I absolutely love the videos I've seen of this camera performing in low-light situations. Plus, I love the fact that it's able to use the available light and doesn't rely on IR. However, I've only seen outdoor images and never anything I can relate to my current situation. 2) ACTi D55 - I know this camera is nowhere near the P3367 but I was thinking it could be a "low-cost" solution. He doesn't need vari-focal, just digital zoom. Plus, if neither camera can 100% satisfy his need, it's much more justifiable for him to spend ~$300 than ~$1200. So, my question is if you guys think I'm going in the right direction? Is the Axis the only camera that will satisfy him or will no ip camera under $2000 provide enough low-light performance to solve our dilemma?

I understand that from a physical standpoint, 5MP cameras are not nearly as sensitive in low-light situations. I was just hoping (praying) to find something that satisfied his obsession with "I want 3-5 MP." Some people just have a hard time realizing that daytime images are going to be vastly different from night. And I forgot which demo it was. It might have been at ISC West or something that someone sent me. Either way, I remember that I liked what I saw from Axis better. I'm definitely open to Avigilon if someone can send me a better demo. I haven't taken a look at the Q1604 but he wants a dome anyways so that's, unfortunately, out of the question. Another note: Do any of your guys know how much more bandwidth Axis' Lightfinder technology requires? For instance, would the P3364-LV (Lightfinder and IR) use less bandwidth than the P3354 (no IR)?

Yes, and I'm impressed with the color reproduction but it's only 1.3 mp and all the demos I've seen have been pretty grainy. I'm afraid that the image will pixilate too much when digitally zoomed-in and the client won't be able to see what type of bottle the bartender is pouring. I could be wrong though, I wish their demos gave exact info as to how high the camera is located and how much it was zoomed-in, etc.