Quick Fixes for Improving Camera Field of View within your retail facilities

Surveillance cameras positioned to optimize facial image capture often serves as the first line of defense in a facility’s security strategy. Having cameras installed only on ceilings can reduce the effectiveness of video surveillance and limit law inforcement investigations. Here are several quick and practical ways to improve field of view without major overhauls.

1. Reevaluate Camera Placement

Many ceiling-mounted cameras are installed to cover large areas of our facilities. Simply repositioning cameras to walls, or adding cameras to your transaction points and door frames optimize facial recognition and analytics, support knowledge based digital content and KYC integrations as well as improve law enforcement investigations.

2. Address Obstructions

Furniture, signage, or decorative elements can block ceiling mounted camera views. A walk-through audit of your customer areas, while monitoring live camera footage can help identify and remove obstructions and optimize your camera field of views.

3. Supplement with Low-Profile Cameras

Adding small, discreet cameras on counters, near elevators, or entry and exit points can provide amazing facial image capture without drawing attention. These can be especially helpful in capturing interactions that overhead cameras miss.

4. Use the Right Lens and Settings

Adjusting focal length, field of view, and resolution settings can dramatically improve what a camera captures. In some cases, replacing a standard lens with a wide-angle lens is enough to correct coverage gaps.

5. Optimize Lighting

Poor lighting leads to poor camera footage. Bright, even illumination reduces shadows and glare that can hinder camera clarity. Make sure your lighting complements the camera placement to maximize image detail.

6. Adjust Perspective

Mounting cameras on walls, versus on ceilings can offer a more commanding view of your space - helping to capture faces effectively.

Improving camera coverage doesn’t always require a major investment. With thoughtful adjustments to camera placement, angles, and customer pinch points, can enhance surveillance effectiveness in any retail environment.

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