29 Apr 2010
Sony’s HD CCTV camera range in the limelight at IFSEC 2010
SNC-DH240 boasts of a built-in IR illuminator to deliver excellent images even in absolute darkness
New products on display:

Over the last twelve months Sony Professional has made several significant announcements that have broadened its HD portfolio. In January this year, it added another new HD camera to the four launched in 2009. The SNC-CH240 Full HD Fixed camera was launched at Sony's Power of Images (POI) event in Germany, completing its HD range.

IFSEC will herald the European launch of two new HD cameras. The SNC-DH180 and SNC-DH240 were unveiled for the first time at ISC West in the US in March and will be on show for the first time in Europe at IFSEC 2010. Focused on image quality, the SNC-DH180 boasts a built-in infrared (IR) illuminator to deliver excellent images even in absolute darkness, while the SNC-DH240 is equipped with various different image enhancers including View-DR.

Relevance to Sony's ongoing video security strategy:

HD remains a key focus for Sony and IFSEC 2010 will demonstrate Sony's understanding of the security market and the issues it faces, showing how Sony is helping customers to address these challenges.

There will be a press breakfast held on Wednesday 12th May focused on Sony's offerings for the HD security market 

Market demand for HD products is growing but until now there has not been the breadth of products to provide the means or the motivation to move from analogue to IP. But Sony's innovation in the surveillance space is changing this. Sony maintains its commitment to providing a true hybrid offering and the solutions on display at Stand J10 in Hall 4 will include Sony's hybrid video security technologies. Aiding and bridging the migration to IP, Sony will demonstrate how hybrid technology is enabling more businesses to access benefits of HD without replacing their existing technology infrastructure.

Sony develops its security offerings:

New technology features from Sony will also be a significant focus at IFSEC. Committed to delivering superior image quality, the majority of new HD cameras from Sony have been equipped with Sony's unique View-DR Wide Dynamic Range technology, allowing users to see normally in extreme light conditions. The increased use of sound recording technology in Sony's surveillance solutions is another area of investment and new products with this capability will also be on display.

Sony's security product portfolio is also enhanced through the company's vertical sector expertise and consulting services. The transport sector, in particular rail businesses, has heavily adopted HD security technology. This trend is on the increase and as Sony moves into its new financial year, rail innovation will also be a key highlight of the show.

Learn more about Sony's offerings:

There will be a press breakfast held on Wednesday 12th May focused on Sony's offerings for the HD security market. Highlights will include:

  • A presentation by Simon Nash, Head of Video Security, Sony Professional, Europe
  • A presentation by one of Sony's key customers - TBC
  • Q&A session
  • Tailored stand tours