XHC6060B-ABF Medium-Range Ultra Low Light B&W Camera
0.0003 lux min. illumination, 4280 m person detection, 65 mm ABF monochrome starlight surveillance camera.
System Detail
What It Is
The XHC6060B-ABF is an Ultra Low Light EO Surveillance Camera built around a 1.5-inch monochrome CMOS sensor with 10 µm pixel pitch, paired with a 65 mm equivalent F1.2 high-aperture lens to deliver passive full-HD black-and-white imaging under starlight and extreme low-illumination conditions, combining wide-area coverage with extended passive detection range.
Performance
The camera achieves a minimum effective illumination of 0.0003 lux at 25 fps (0.0001 lux at 5 fps) in monochrome mode. Based on US NVESD measurement standards against a 1.7 m × 0.5 m human target, the XHC6060B-ABF delivers person detection at 4280 m, recognition at 1070 m, and identification at 670 m day and night. Dynamic range is 72 dB with WDR off and up to 120 dB with WDR on, at 1920 × 1080 Full HD with a 21° horizontal FOV.
Key Technical Features
- Monochrome CMOS operation delivers approximately 2× lower minimum illumination than the colour variant at the same 65 mm F1.2 optics, extending person detection from 3000 m to 4280 m under identical scene conditions.
- Auto Back Focus (ABF) with motorised remote focus adjustment enabling installation and refocus in elevated or inaccessible locations without on-site optical alignment.
- ONVIF / RTSP / PELCO protocol compliance over RJ45 Ethernet with integrated Wi-Fi (standard) and optional 4G LTE for flexible wireless deployment.
- Adaptive frame rate modes from 5 to 30 fps with multi-frame low-noise processing and adjustable 3D noise reduction, reducing minimum illumination to 0.0001 lux at 5 fps.
Platform Compatibility
The XHC6060B-ABF suits fixed-mount outdoor deployment on mast, wall, or tower structures for medium-range perimeter security, coastal surveillance, and situational awareness applications requiring wide-area passive monochrome coverage; the XHM6060B module variant is available for OEM integration into custom enclosures and multi-sensor surveillance platforms.
Monochrome Wide-Area Sensitivity
The 65 mm F1.2 lens combined with monochrome CMOS operation delivers a 21° horizontal field of view and 0.0003 lux minimum illumination at 25 fps, extending person detection from 3000 m (colour variant) to 4280 m without any optics change. This makes the B-variant the preferred choice for wide-area passive coverage under very low ambient light.
ABF Remote Focus on Wide-Aperture Lens
Motorised Auto Back Focus allows remote focus lock over the network interface after installation, eliminating technician site visits at elevated mast or restricted-access locations. The F1.2 aperture maximises light gathering while ABF ensures focus precision is maintained after thermal expansion or vibration.
NVESD-Standard Medium-Range DRI
DRI is validated against a 1.7 m × 0.5 m human target per US NVESD methodology, yielding 4280 m detection, 1070 m recognition, and 670 m identification in monochrome mode day and night. At 5 fps the minimum illumination drops to 0.0001 lux, the lowest in the 65 mm focal-length class.
Integrated Storage and Wireless Connectivity
On-board 32 GB storage (expandable to 128 GB) enables standalone operation independent of network infrastructure, while integrated Wi-Fi and optional 4G LTE support remote monitoring from locations without wired Ethernet. AI analytics and ONVIF streaming operate simultaneously with local recording.
Our technical team provides pre-sales support for system integration planning, field testing, and deployment assessment.
Contact Technical TeamFull Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| GENERAL | |
| Model Number | XHC6060B-ABF |
| Product Series | XHC6 Series |
| Product Type | Ultra Low Light Surveillance Camera |
| OPTICAL | |
| Sensor Type | CMOS (EO/Ultra Low Light) |
| Sensor Size | 1.5 inch |
| Resolution | 1920 × 1080 |
| Pixel Size | 10 µm × 10 µm |
| Color Mode | Black & White (Monochrome) |
| Focal Length | 65 mm equivalent |
| Aperture (F-number) | F1.2 |
| FOV Horizontal | 21° |
| PERFORMANCE | |
| Min. Illumination | 0.0003 lux @ 25 fps (B&W) |
| Illumination Range | 0.0001 lux (5 fps) to 100000 lux |
| Frame Rate | 25 / 30 fps (default); 10 / 5 fps (auto modes) |
| Dynamic Range | 72 dB (WDR OFF) / 84–120 dB (WDR ON) |
| Shutter Type | Rolling Shutter |
| MECHANICAL | |
| Dimensions | 213 × 102 × 102 mm |
| Weight | 1.46 kg ± 0.03 kg |
| ELECTRICAL | |
| Operating Voltage | 12 V ± 3 V; optional PoE |
| Power Consumption | < 1.7 W (Wi-Fi off) / < 3.0 W peak (Wi-Fi + AF on) |
| ENVIRONMENTAL | |
| Operating Temperature | −40 °C to +70 °C |
| Storage Temperature | −55 °C to +85 °C |
| FEATURES | |
| Wide Dynamic Range | 72 dB (off) / 84–120 dB (on, adjustable) |
| Noise Reduction | 3D Noise Reduction (adjustable) |
| Image Stabilisation | Electronic Image Stabilisation |
| Defog / Dehaze | Fog Penetration Enhancement (software) |
| 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 human target |
| Detection Range (Person) | 4280 m (day and night) |
| Recognition Range (Person) | 1070 m (day and night) |
| Identification Range (Person) | 670 m (day and night) |
| INTERFACE | |
| Output Format | 1920 × 1080 Full HD video |
| Video Output | RJ45 Ethernet; optional HD-SDI |
| Interface Type | RJ45 Ethernet; Wi-Fi; 4G LTE (optional) |
| Network Protocol | ONVIF / RTSP / PELCO |
| Streaming Protocol | RTSP; WebRTC (license optional) |
Designed for the Field
Medium-Range Passive Perimeter Security
The XHC6060B-ABF provides extended passive person detection at 4280 m across a 21° horizontal field of view, suited to perimeter security deployments where maximum monochrome sensitivity is required at medium range without supplemental illumination.
Night Maritime and Coastal Surveillance
Coastal monitoring operations at night benefit from the 4280 m detection range and 0.0003 lux sensitivity of the B-variant, covering vessel approach lanes and shoreline perimeters in very low ambient light without revealing the camera position through active illumination.
Medium-Range Monochrome OEM Integration
Integrators select the XHM6060B module variant for vessel-mount brackets, vehicle surveillance pods, and multi-camera perimeter towers requiring a medium-range passive monochrome imaging core with wider FOV than telephoto alternatives.
Extended Perimeter Passive Surveillance
The XHC6060B-ABF targets perimeter security deployments where medium-range passive area coverage under very low ambient light is required and colour rendering is not operationally critical. Monochrome sensitivity extends detection to 4280 m across a 21° horizontal field of view from a single fixed node. At 5 fps the minimum illumination reaches 0.0001 lux, providing reliable imagery in conditions well below the capability of colour cameras and eliminating the need for supplemental infrared or white-light illuminators.
- Person Detection Range: 4280 m (day and night)
- Min. Illumination (5 fps): 0.0001 lux
- FOV Horizontal: 21°
- Focal Length: 65 mm equivalent, F1.2
Night Coastal and Maritime Monitoring
Port security and coastal surveillance operators deploy the XHC6060B-ABF for night-time maritime watch at ranges where the colour variant cannot reliably detect approaching vessels or personnel. The 4280 m detection range covers coastal approach lanes without active illumination. Integrated Wi-Fi and optional 4G LTE support deployment at coastal nodes without wired infrastructure; ONVIF and RTSP compliance provides direct integration with maritime VMS platforms.
- Person Detection Range: 4280 m
- Recognition Range: 1070 m
- Interface: RJ45; Wi-Fi; 4G LTE (optional)
- Protocol: ONVIF / RTSP / PELCO
Wide-FOV Monochrome OEM Integration
The XHM6060B module variant is selected for multi-camera perimeter towers and vessel-mount housings where a wider field of view than telephoto monochrome alternatives is required alongside extended passive sensitivity. Identical firmware and interface to the XHC6060B-ABF simplifies software integration. SDK and HTTP API support are available upon request; on-board 32 GB storage (expandable to 128 GB) enables standalone recording where continuous network connectivity cannot be guaranteed.
- Sensor: 1.5 inch monochrome CMOS, 10 µm pixel pitch
- Internal Storage: 32 GB default, max 128 GB
- Identification Range: 670 m (day and night)
- SDK: available upon request
System Integration
Interface Architecture
The XHC6060B-ABF provides RJ45 Ethernet as its primary data and control interface, supporting ONVIF, RTSP, and PELCO protocols with optional Wi-Fi and 4G LTE wireless connectivity.
Full SDK integration specifications and HTTP API documentation are available to corporate account holders upon request.
Ethernet / IP Interface
The primary data interface is RJ45 Ethernet delivering compressed monochrome video over RTSP with ONVIF-compliant discovery and control for VMS integration. An optional HD-SDI output is available on bullet-type camera variants for uncompressed direct-to-recorder feeds. PELCO protocol support enables integration with legacy PTZ control infrastructure; WebRTC remote access is available under optional license.
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