Axis announces the 7th generation of its own ARTPEC chip, optimized for network 
video. The new chip will power an array of new capabilities and features coming 
to Axis network cameras. Since the chip is fully developed by Axis, it provides 
a layer of control that is crucial for effective cybersecurity.

Even better imaging under any conditions in any mode

Thanks to a completely redesigned image processing pipeline, the chip further 
improves all the signature Axis technologies that have been created to address 
difficult light conditions. For example, Lightfinder 2.0 will deliver more 
saturated and realistic colors than ever in low-light, along with the sharpest 
images of moving objects even in the darkest areas. Increased sensitivity to 
light also significantly extends the range of illumination for Axis cameras 
with IR.

Enhanced security features

ARTPEC-7 enables "built-in" security features for Axis cameras, including 
signed firmware so only secure authorized firmware can be installed, and secure 
boot, which prevents booting of unauthorized firmware.

Powerful compression

Future Axis cameras will also let users choose between H.264 and H.265 video 
encoding depending on what best suits their system and surveillance needs. 
Either encoding standard in combination with Axis Zipstream technology will now 
require even lower bandwidth and storage space without sacrificing image 
quality. 

Impressive analytics on-the-edge

Finally, this chip features a real-time object detection engine that will make 
it possible for Axis and Axis partners to develop powerful analytics to 
automatically detect and differentiate between people, faces and objects.

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About Axis Communications 
Axis enables a smarter and safer world by creating network solutions that 
provide insights for improving security and new ways of doing business. As the 
industry leader in network video, Axis offers products and services for video 
surveillance and analytics, access control, and audio systems. Axis has more 
than 3,000 dedicated employees in over 50 countries and collaborates with 
partners worldwide to deliver customer solutions. Axis was founded in 1984 and 
has its headquarters in Lund, Sweden. For more information about Axis, please 
visit our website www.axis.com. 

SOURCE: Axis Communications