Popular Mechanics (South Africa)
PRODUCTS: Urban surveillance equipment.
1/ Rhino Camera Black LED 14 MP // R5 748.85
Paired with the Rikrhino smartphone application, this camera provides a motion-sensitive earlywarning system that can be hidden away from view at strategic locations. Video resolution of 1 280 × 720p, 8/32 GB SD card, full colour in the day and infrared at night.
2/ Solar Panel 2 000 MAH 6 V // R1 437.50
This waterproof solar charger is designed specifically to be coupled with the Rhino Camera for outdoor use. It’s easy to mount in direct sunlight, and ensures that a long-term, reliable power supply is provided to the Rhino Camera.
3/ Ring Video Doorbell 2 // R3 999
This smart video doorbell might not be as fancy as the Nest Hello or Amazon Key, but it’s easily available in South Africa and offers 1 080p video with live streaming to your smartphone. This version comes with a quick-release rechargeable battery pack.
4/ WCCTV Body Worn Camera // POR
With 15 hours of standby time and 5.5 hours of video recording, this camera ensures interactions with security staff are kept for posterity. It features a front-facing screen and Wifi capabilities, as well as live viewing on a variety of mobile devices.
5/ WCCTV Site Tower // POR
This is a rapid-deployment wireless CCTV tower that’s perfect for setting up at events or locations in need of proactive site protection and monitoring. It’s estimated to be up to 75% more cost effective than manned guarding, and provides an invisible perimeter that’s easily moved to specific areas as needed.
Urban surveillance equipment comes in many shapes and sizes. Here’s our pick of some of the top security-camera gear available in SA.