Axis Communications announced that Axis PTZ network cameras support Zipstream, Axis's video compression technology.

Today, most IP-based video surveillance systems use H.264 video compression technology to reduce bandwidth and storage usage. Zipstream boasts excellent compatibility with major video management software (VMS) as well as the currently widely used compression standard H.264, and reduces bandwidth and storage usage by an average of 50%.



Axis ZipStream technology analyzes and optimizes video streams from network cameras in real time. This allows important images, such as faces, tattoos, and license plates, to be recorded in high definition, while other elements like white walls and grass are heavily compressed for efficient use of storage and bandwidth.

When the PTZ camera moves and bandwidth usage reaches its maximum, blurry or unclear video may result during video recording or real-time monitoring. When Zipstream technology is applied to PTZ cameras through a firmware upgrade, the Dynamic Rate Controller is automatically activated during pan, tilt, and zoom operations, preventing bandwidth increase and enabling perfect video surveillance.

"Even if you are equipped with the best video system, the usability of the video surveillance system is bound to be significantly reduced if you cannot store recorded footage for a sufficient period due to insufficient storage capacity or if you have to lower the video quality. Zipstream technology is a groundbreaking technology that enables customers to efficiently utilize storage and bandwidth, thereby increasing the usability of video surveillance systems and reducing operating costs," said Kim Sang-jun, Executive Director of Axis Korea.