What is a Smart Hybrid Light camera?

A Hikvision/HiWatch Smart Hybrid Light camera is an advanced security camera that combines infrared (IR) and white light to deliver sharp color images, regardless of the time of day. This integrated technology allows the cameras to capture colorful and detailed images even in low-light conditions.

How it works

• IR mode:
  When ambient light decreases, the camera automatically switches to infrared illumination, displaying the image in black and white.
• White light mode:
  The white LEDs are always on, recording bright, full-color images 24/7.
• Smart mode:
  In Smart mode, the camera operates in IR mode by default, keeping everything discreet and invisible to the human eye. When a person or vehicle is detected, the camera automatically activates the white light and switches to vibrant color images to capture crucial details. Once the person or vehicle disappears from view, the camera switches back to IR mode.

No object nearby, IR mode	Person or vehicle approaches, white light turns on for full-color images, smart mode	Person or vehicle disappears from view, back to IR mode

Highlights

• F1.0 Super Confocal lens. The large aperture F1.0 lens ensures equally sharp images in IR and visible light;
• Hikvision/HiWatch's Smart Hybrid Light cameras are equipped with ColorVu technology. This delivers next-level security with vibrant, full-color images, even in extremely low-light environments;
• Enhanced night vision: The combination of IR and shite light significantly improves night vision. Always a high-quality image;
• Flexibility: Users can flexibly switch between the three lighting modes, suitable for virtually any need or application.

Conclusion
A Smart Hybrid Light camera utilizes both infrared and white light technology to ensure sharp, full-color security images day and night. This combination makes the system ideal for a wide range of applications and enjoys wide popularity. 

Examples

Some examples of Smart Hybrid Light cameras can be found in the 'Related products' section at the bottom of this blog.