Medium-Range 24/7 Night Vision Camera
0.0009 lux @ 10 fps, 1200 m person detection, 12 mm F1.0 wide-angle starlight colour surveillance.
System Detail
What It Is
The XHC2012C is an Ultra Low Light EO Surveillance Camera — a fixed-mount, full-HD colour night vision system built on a 0.8-inch large-format CMOS sensor with a 12 mm F1.0 wide-angle fixed-focus optic delivering a 49.6° horizontal field of view, providing 24/7 full-colour imaging under natural starlight conditions without any auxiliary infrared illumination.
Performance
The XHC2012C achieves a minimum effective illumination of 0.0009 lux at 10 fps and 0.0003 lux at 2 fps, supporting reliable colour imaging under natural starlight. Against a 1.7 m × 0.5 m human target using US NVESD methodology, the camera delivers a detection range of 1200 m, recognition range of 300 m, and identification range of 180 m. Dynamic range is 72 dB with WDR off and 84 dB to 120 dB adjustable with WDR on, and frame rate is selectable from 2 to 30 fps across four automatic exposure modes.
Key Technical Features
- Fixed F1.0 aperture 12 mm optic delivering a 49.6° horizontal field of view for wide-area coverage with simplified installation and no focus adjustment requirements.
- ONVIF / RTSP / PELCO protocol support over RJ45 Ethernet with integrated WiFi and optional 4G LTE, plus WebRTC remote server access via optional licence.
- AI video analytics with global alert, cross-border alert, and regional alert detection modes, with analytics detection at ≥ 68 m extendable 3× via manual zoom.
- 3D noise reduction, wide dynamic range (WDR), fog penetration enhancement, and electronic image stabilisation for adverse-condition reliability.
Platform Compatibility
The XHC2012C suits fixed wall-mount and mast-mount installations in perimeter security, commercial surveillance, and border monitoring roles, integrating with VMS platforms via ONVIF, RTSP, and PELCO; the XHM2012M bare module variant with identical imaging performance is available for OEM integration into custom housings.
Wide-Angle Starlight Colour Imaging
The XHC2012C uses a 12 mm F1.0 wide-angle optic with a 49.6° HFOV and a 0.8-inch 5.8 µm CMOS sensor to deliver full-colour imaging across a wide surveillance arc under natural starlight, with no auxiliary illumination required. The wide field of view maximises area coverage per camera unit for perimeter and facility monitoring installations.
Fixed-Focus Simplified Installation
The fixed-focus optical system eliminates the need for focus adjustment at installation, reducing commissioning time and removing a potential maintenance point compared to ABF or varifocal systems. This design suits deployments in accessible locations where wide-area coverage is prioritised over extreme telephoto range.
Medium-Range DRI Performance
Against a 1.7 m × 0.5 m human target using US NVESD methodology, the camera achieves detection at 1200 m, recognition at 300 m, and identification at 180 m under both day and night conditions. These figures position the XHC2012C for close-to-medium-range surveillance roles requiring identification-class detail within 300 m.
Multi-Mode Network Integration
The camera supports ONVIF, RTSP, and PELCO protocols over RJ45 Ethernet, with integrated WiFi and optional 4G LTE for wireless deployment in remote or infrastructure-poor locations. WebRTC remote server access is available via optional licence for real-time remote monitoring.
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Contact Technical TeamFull Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| GENERAL | |
| Model Number | XHC2012C |
| OPTICAL | |
| Sensor Type | CMOS (EO/Ultra Low Light) |
| Sensor Size | 0.8 inch |
| Resolution | 1920 × 1080 |
| Pixel Size | 5.8 µm × 5.8 µm |
| Color Mode | 24/7 Full-color |
| Focal Length | 12 mm |
| Aperture (F-number) | F1.0 |
| FOV Horizontal | 49.6° |
| PERFORMANCE | |
| Min. Illumination | 0.0009 lux @ 10 fps |
| Illumination Range | 100000 lux (maximum) |
| Frame Rate | 30 / 25 / 10 / 5 / 2 fps |
| Dynamic Range | 72 dB (WDR OFF) / 84–120 dB (WDR ON) |
| Shutter Type | Rolling shutter |
| MECHANICAL | |
| Dimensions | 213 × 102 × 102 mm |
| Weight | 0.80 kg |
| ELECTRICAL | |
| Operating Voltage | 12 V ± 3 V |
| Power Consumption | < 2.0 W (WiFi off); < 2.45 W (WiFi on) |
| ENVIRONMENTAL | |
| Operating Temperature | −20 °C to +70 °C |
| Storage Temperature | −40 °C to +85 °C |
| FEATURES | |
| Wide Dynamic Range | 84–120 dB adjustable (WDR ON) |
| Noise Reduction | 3D noise reduction |
| Image Stabilisation | Electronic image stabilisation |
| Defog / Dehaze | Fog penetration enhancement |
| ONVIF Profile | ONVIF compliant |
| SDK Support | SDK available upon request; HTTP API supported |
| DRI PERFORMANCE | |
| DRI Test Standard | US NVESD measurement standards |
| DRI Target Size Basis | 1.7 m × 0.5 m |
| Detection Range (Person) | 1200 m |
| Recognition Range (Person) | 300 m |
| Identification Range (Person) | 180 m |
| INTERFACE | |
| Video Output | RJ45 Ethernet (standard); HD-SDI (optional) |
| Interface Type | RJ45 / WiFi / 4G |
| Network Protocol | ONVIF / RTSP / PELCO |
| Streaming Protocol | RTSP / WebRTC (licence optional) |
Designed for the Field
Perimeter Security and Close-Area Surveillance
The XHC2012C provides wide-angle full-colour starlight coverage for close-to-medium-range perimeter security and situational monitoring applications.
Commercial and Infrastructure Monitoring
The camera suits commercial facilities, industrial sites, and transportation hubs requiring passive colour night vision without the operational complexity of ABF or active IR illumination.
OEM and System Integration
System integrators requiring a compact, fixed-focus starlight camera core can specify the XHM2012M bare module, with SDK and HTTP API access available upon request.
Perimeter Security Surveillance
The XHC2012C is optimised for perimeter security roles where a wide field of view and reliable full-colour starlight imaging are more valuable than extreme telephoto range. The 49.6° HFOV provides broad area coverage, and the 1200 m detection range ensures that personnel are detected well before reaching the perimeter boundary. The fixed F1.0 aperture maximises photon collection at the 12 mm focal length, delivering 0.0009 lux sensitivity at 10 fps, and the simple fixed-focus optic reduces installation time and eliminates focus-drift maintenance.
- Detection Range (Person): 1200 m
- FOV Horizontal: 49.6°
- Min. Illumination: 0.0009 lux @ 10 fps
- Focus: Fixed — no adjustment required
Commercial Facility Monitoring
Commercial premises, industrial facilities, and transportation hubs requiring 24/7 colour surveillance under low ambient light without the operational burden of active illumination management benefit from the XHC2012C's passive starlight performance and compact 0.80 kg form factor. The camera integrates directly with commercial VMS platforms via ONVIF and RTSP. AI-assisted detection at ≥ 68 m with manual zoom extension supports automated alert generation without continuous operator monitoring, reducing operational staffing requirements at monitored facilities.
- Detection Range (Person): 1200 m
- AI Analytics Range: ≥ 68 m
- Protocol: ONVIF / RTSP / PELCO
- Weight: 0.80 kg
OEM and System Integration
System integrators requiring a compact, fixed-focus ultra-low-light camera core for custom housing or multi-sensor platform integration can specify the XHM2012M bare module, which shares identical imaging, optical, and electronic performance. SDK and HTTP API access are available upon request for custom control and integration application development. The standard 12 V ± 3 V supply with less than 2.45 W peak consumption (WiFi on) makes the XHC2012C straightforward to power from vehicle, battery, or PoE-to-12V converter supplies in mobile or temporary deployment contexts.
- Weight: 0.80 kg
- Power Consumption: < 2.45 W peak (WiFi on)
- SDK: available upon request; HTTP API supported
- Operating Temperature: −20 °C to +70 °C
System Integration
Interface Architecture
The XHC2012C provides a primary RJ45 Ethernet interface with ONVIF, RTSP, and PELCO protocol support, supplemented by integrated WiFi and optional 4G LTE for wireless deployment.
Full integration schematics, SDK access, and HTTP API documentation are available to verified corporate account holders.
Ethernet Interface
The primary interface is an RJ45 Ethernet port supporting ONVIF, RTSP, and PELCO protocols for integration with video management systems and network recorders. An HD-SDI output is selectable as an alternative for direct coaxial integration into legacy SDI matrix systems.
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