Axis and Kowa intro P-Iris technology

NEW DELHI, INDIA: Axis Communications and Kowa Company introduced P-Iris, a new iris control that allows fixed network cameras to deliver better image quality in both indoor and outdoor applications. A P-Iris lens, together with specialized software, can automatically regulate the iris opening to enable better contrast, clarity, resolution and depth of field.

The advanced iris control will be especially beneficial for megapixel/HDTV cameras and demanding video surveillance applications.

“P-Iris allows fixed network cameras to reach a new level of performance in image quality,” said Johan Paulsson, CTO, Axis Communications. “This is a revolutionary improvement for video surveillance cameras and for the industry in general as we expect P-Iris to become a standard that eventually replaces DC-iris lenses.”

“The P-Iris lens uses a stepper motor that allows the position of the iris opening to be precisely controlled,” said Tosao Tohjima, Technical Director—CCTV Products, Kowa Company. P-Iris is an innovative solution that truly allows a network camera, particularly a megapixel network camera, to perform optimally in all lighting conditions.”

P-Iris will be incorporated in upcoming Axis network cameras, beginning with the three megapixel AXIS P1346 network camera, which is being showcased at the IFSEC Tradeshow in Birmingham, UK.