Long-Range 5-in-1 Multisensor PTZ Camera with Thermal Imaging & Drone Detection
Five-in-One Intelligent PTZ Camera/5-in-1 Multi-Sensor Integration
Model:LY-ZDF-Series
Five-in-One Integrated System: Integrates a visible-light camera, thermal imaging camera,
laser rangefinder, laser illuminator, and wide-angle camera into a single intelligent PTZ platform.
*Visible Light: Up to 4 MP / 56× Optical Zoom
*Thermal Imaging: 640 × 512 / NETD ≤35 mK
*Laser Rangefinder: Up to 3 km / 1535 nm
*Laser Illumination: >500 m
*PTZ: 360° Continuous Pan / ±90° Tilt
*AI Detection: Human / Vehicle / Vessel / Bird / Drone
Long-Range Multi-Sensor Surveillance with Thermal Imaging, Laser Rangefinding & AI Drone Detection & Auto Tracking
LY-ZDF-Series Five-in-One Intelligent PTZ Camera
Five-Sensor Integration for Long-Range Multi-Sensor Surveillance
The LY-ZDF-Series Five-in-One Intelligent PTZ Camera is an advanced multi-sensor electro-optical surveillance system integrating a visible-light camera, thermal imaging camera, laser rangefinder, laser illuminator, and wide-angle camera into a single intelligent PTZ platform.
Designed for long-range surveillance, perimeter security, critical infrastructure protection, border and coastal monitoring, industrial security, and intelligent target detection, the LY-ZDF-Series combines high-resolution optical imaging, high-sensitivity thermal imaging, long-range laser illumination, precise distance measurement, and high-precision PTZ positioning.
With a direct-drive torque motor, advanced image stabilization, AIAF deep-learning autofocus, AI target detection, and flexible network integration, the LY-ZDF-Series delivers stable, accurate, and intelligent situational awareness in demanding day and night surveillance environments.
4MP | 56× Optical Zoom | 640×512 Thermal | ≤35 mK NETD | 3 km Rangefinding | 500 m Laser Illumination Main Feautures
Five-in-One Integrated System
Visible Light + Thermal Imaging + Laser Rangefinding + Laser Illumination + Wide-Angle Vision
One highly integrated platform combines five sensing and imaging technologies, reducing the need for multiple independent devices while providing comprehensive target information.
Up to 4 MP Visible-Light Imaging
- Up to 4 MP
- Up to 2688 × 1520 @ 30 fps
- Up to 56× optical zoom
- Focal length up to 6.1–561 mm
High-resolution imaging and long-range optical zoom provide detailed target observation and identification over large monitoring areas.
High-Sensitivity Thermal Imaging
- 640 × 512 thermal resolution
- Uncooled VOx infrared detector
- 12 μm pixel size
- 8–14 μm spectral range
- NETD ≤35 mK @ F1.0, 300 K
- Multiple thermal lens configurations available
Thermal imaging enables reliable target detection in darkness, low-light conditions, haze, and other challenging environments.
3 km Laser Rangefinding
The optional laser rangefinder provides long-range distance measurement with a maximum range of up to 3 km and a 1535 nm operating wavelength.
500 m Laser Illumination
The optional laser illuminator provides long-range nighttime illumination with an effective illumination distance of more than 500 m.
- 850 nm ±10 nm
- 940 nm optional
- Motorized synchronous zoom
- 2°–70° beam angle
High-Speed Direct-Drive PTZ
The LY-ZDF-Series uses a direct-drive torque motor system for rapid and precise PTZ movement.
- 360° continuous pan
- ±90° tilt
- Pan speed: 0.09°/s–120°/s
- Tilt speed: 0.09°/s–110°/s
- Maximum pan acceleration: 300°/s²
- Maximum tilt acceleration: 240°/s²
The direct-drive system enables fast target positioning, smooth movement, and high-precision control.
Advanced Image Stabilization
The LY-ZDF-Series supports horizontal and vertical image stabilization, dynamically compensating for external vibration and movement to maintain stable images.
This feature is particularly valuable for installations on:
- Towers
- Poles
- Buildings
- Vehicles
- Industrial platforms
- Other vibration-prone structures
Combined with long-range optical zoom, image stabilization helps maintain clear and stable target images even under challenging operating conditions.
AIAF Deep-Learning Autofocus
The integrated AIAF proprietary deep-learning algorithm module provides faster and more stable autofocus performance.
It helps the camera maintain accurate focus when:
- Switching between near and distant targets
- Changing optical zoom
- Tracking moving objects
- Monitoring complex backgrounds
- Operating under changing lighting conditions
Intelligent AI Detection
The LY-ZDF-Series supports multiple AI-powered target detection algorithms.
AI Target Detection
- Human Detection
- Non-Motor Vehicle Detection
- Motor Vehicle Detection
- Vessel Detection
- Bird Detection
- Drone Detection
This enables automated monitoring and target classification across large surveillance areas.
Smart Event Detection
The system also supports intelligent event analysis, including:
- Intrusion Detection
- Line Crossing Detection
- Leave Area Detection
- Loitering Detection
- People Gathering Detection
- Fast Movement Detection
- Unattended Object Detection
- Audio Anomaly Detection
These functions help security operators identify potential events more efficiently and reduce the workload associated with continuous manual monitoring.
Advanced Image Processing
The LY-ZDF-Series provides a comprehensive range of image enhancement technologies.
Visible-Light Image Processing
- Backlight Compensation (BLC)
- Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)
- Highlight Suppression
- 3D Noise Reduction
- Defog
- Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS)
- Electronic Slow Shutter
- Distortion Correction
- Image Enhancement
Thermal Image Processing
- 10 Pseudo-Color Modes
- White Hot
- Black Hot
- Red Hot
- Image Enhancement
- Dead Pixel Correction
- Noise Reduction
- Electronic Image Stabilization
- Digital Zoom
These functions help optimize image quality across different lighting, weather, and environmental conditions.
Flexible Video & Network Integration
The LY-ZDF-Series supports three video streams, allowing users to configure different resolutions and frame rates according to their surveillance requirements.
Video Preview
Supports:
- WebRTC
- FLV
Network Protocols
Supports a wide range of standard protocols, including:
TCP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, DHCP, DNS, RTP, RTSP, RTCP, NTP, SMTP, SNMP, IPv6
System Integration
- ONVIF Profile S
- ONVIF Profile G
- GB28181-2016
- SDK for secondary development
The open integration architecture makes the LY-ZDF-Series suitable for connection with third-party VMS, security platforms, command centers, and customized surveillance systems.
Local & Network Storage
The camera supports:
Micro SD Storage
Supports expandable:
Micro SD / SDHC / SDXC up to 256 GB
for local image capture and video recording, including recording when network connectivity is unavailable.
NAS Storage
Supports:
- NFS
- SMB/CIFS
for centralized network storage and surveillance data management.
Preset & Intelligent PTZ Functions
The LY-ZDF-Series provides flexible PTZ control and positioning functions.
Preset Positions
- 199 standard user presets
- 255 extended user presets
- Up to 512 presets available according to customer requirements
Scan Modes
Preset-by-Preset Scan
- Adjustable preset dwell time
- Adjustable scanning speed
Two-Point Horizontal Scan
- Adjustable scanning speed
- Adjustable dwell time
Positioning Functions
- Absolute Angle Positioning
- 3D Positioning
- Adjustable positioning speed
These functions enable automated patrol, predefined monitoring routes, and rapid target positioning.
Optional Sensor & Optical Configurations
The LY-ZDF-Series supports multiple thermal and visible-light optical configurations to meet different long-range surveillance requirements.
Model | Thermal Imaging Lens | Visible-Light Lens |
LY-ZDF35IXXXXX | 50 mm | 6.6–264 mm, 1/1.8″ |
LY-ZDF24IXXXXX | 75 mm | 7–322 mm, 1/2.8″ |
LY-ZDF23IXXXXX | 100 mm | 10–550 mm, 1/1.25″ |
LY-ZDF22IXXXXX | 25–75 mm | 7–322 mm, 1/2.8″ |
LY-ZDF00IXXXXX | 15–100 mm | 6.1–561 mm, 1/1.8″ |
Additional optional configurations include:
- Wide-Angle Camera
- Laser Rangefinder
- Gyroscope
- GPS
- Electronic Compass
- Laser Illuminator
Long-Range Detection Capability
The LY-ZDF-Series is designed for long-range observation and target monitoring.
Depending on the lens configuration, target size, environmental conditions, and imaging conditions, the system can provide kilometer-level detection, recognition, and identification capabilities.
For example, with the 100 mm thermal lens, the theoretical detection range can reach:
Vehicle: up to 13.6 km
Person: up to 5.2 km
These values are based on theoretical calculations under ideal conditions using the Johnson criteria and are provided for reference only.
Actual performance may vary depending on weather, atmospheric conditions, target characteristics, background, installation conditions, and other environmental factors.
Wide Application Range
The LY-ZDF-Series is suitable for demanding surveillance applications requiring long-range, multi-sensor monitoring.
Critical Infrastructure Protection
- Power plants
- Substations
- Oil & gas facilities
- Industrial facilities
- Communication infrastructure
Perimeter Security
- Industrial parks
- Large compounds
- Airports
- Ports
- Restricted areas
Border & Coastal Surveillance
- Border monitoring
- Coastal surveillance
- Maritime security
- Vessel monitoring
Industrial & Construction Security
- Construction sites
- Mining areas
- Large industrial facilities
- Heavy equipment areas
Drone Monitoring
With integrated drone detection & auto tracking algorithms, the system can be used for monitoring unauthorized UAV activity around sensitive or restricted areas.
One Platform. Five Sensing Technologies.
LY-ZDF-Series Five-in-One Intelligent PTZ Camera
Visible Light
Thermal Imaging
Laser Rangefinding
Laser Illumination
Wide-Angle Vision
The LY-ZDF-Series integrates advanced optical, thermal, laser, AI, and PTZ technologies into one highly integrated surveillance platform.
With up to 56× optical zoom, 640 × 512 thermal imaging, ≤35 mK NETD, up to 3 km laser rangefinding, >500 m laser illumination, high-speed direct-drive PTZ control, advanced image stabilization, and AI-powered target detection, the LY-ZDF-Series provides comprehensive long-range situational awareness for complex surveillance environments.
See More. Detect Faster. Measure Precisely. Stay in Control.
Visible Light | Thermal Imaging | Laser Rangefinding | Laser Illumination | Wide-Angle Vision Datasheet
Model | LY-ZDF Series Five-in-One Intelligent PTZ Camera | ||||||||||
Thermal Imaging Specifications | |||||||||||
Detector Type | Uncooled Vanadium Oxide (VOx) Infrared Detector | ||||||||||
Effective Pixels | 640 × 512 | ||||||||||
Pixel Size | 12µm | ||||||||||
Spectral Range | 8~14µm | ||||||||||
Sensitivity (NETD) | ≤35 mK @ F1.0, 300 K | ||||||||||
Lens Type | Fixed Focus with Electronic Adjustment, Zoom | ||||||||||
Focal Length | 50mm | 75mm | 100mm | 25-75mm | 15-100mm | ||||||
Digital Zoom | 2X, 4X, 8X | ||||||||||
Aperture | F1.0 | 25mm(F0.9)-75mm(F1.1) | 15mm(F0.85)-100mm(F1.25) | ||||||||
Field of View (FOV) | 8.8° × 7.0°; | 5.9° × 4.7°; | 4.4° × 3.5°; | 17.5° × 14.0°–5.9° × 4.7°; | 28.7° × 23.1°–4.4° × 3.5° | ||||||
Focus Range | 3 m–∞; | 5 m–∞; | 10 m–∞; | 5 m–∞ (25 mm) | 5 m–∞ (15 mm) | ||||||
Image Settings | Brightness, contrast, gamma, and other image parameters can be adjusted via the client software or web browser. | ||||||||||
Pseudo-Color | 10 selectable modes, including White Hot, Black Hot, Red Hot, and more. | ||||||||||
Image Enhancement | Supports adjustment across 0–255 levels. | ||||||||||
Dead Pixel Correction | Supported | ||||||||||
Image Noise Reduction | Supported | ||||||||||
Image Flip | Vertical, Horizontal, and Center Flip. | ||||||||||
Image Stabilization | Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS), Levels 1–3 selectable. | ||||||||||
Visible-Light Camera Specifications | |||||||||||
Sensor Format | 1/2.8″; | 1/1.8″; | 1/1.25″ | ||||||||
Resolution | 1920*1080@25/30fps 60fps Optional | 2688*1520@25/30fps 60fps Optional | 3840×2160@25/30fps 60 Optional | ||||||||
Minimum Illumination | Color: 0.0005 Lux ; B/W: 0.0001 Lux | ||||||||||
Shutter | 1/25 s to 1/100,000 s; supports electronic slow shutter. | ||||||||||
Focal Length | 7~322mm | 6.7~336mm | 10~550mm | ||||||||
Aperture | F1.8-F6.5; | F1.7-F4.9; | F1.5-F5.5 | ||||||||
Field of View (H, V, D) | H:42-1° (wide-tele) | H:63.6-1.33° (wide-tele) | H:58.40-1.20°(wide-tele) | ||||||||
V:24-0.6° (wide-tele) | V:38.6-0.75° (wide-tele) | V:34.90-0.70°(wide-tele) | |||||||||
D:47.7-1.26° (wide-tele) | D:70.9-1.53° (wide-tele) | D:65.10-1.40°(wide-tele) | |||||||||
Image Settings | Saturation, brightness, contrast, and sharpness can be adjusted via the client software or web browser. | ||||||||||
Image Enhancement | Highlight Suppression, Backlight Compensation (BLC), Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) | ||||||||||
Defog | Optical Defog and Electronic Defog. | ||||||||||
Day/Night Switching Mode | Auto, Manual, Scheduled, and Alarm Triggered. | ||||||||||
Noise Reduction | 3D Noise Reduction and Standard Noise Reduction. | ||||||||||
Region of Interest (ROI) | Supports three video streams, with up to four fixed regions configurable independently for each stream. | ||||||||||
Electronic Slow Shutter | ×2–×24 | ||||||||||
Distortion Correction | Supports adjustment from Level 0 to Level 100. | ||||||||||
Image Stabilization | Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS), adjustable from Level 1 to Level 3. | ||||||||||
Supplementary Light (Optional) | |||||||||||
Supplementary Light Distance | ≥500m | ||||||||||
Wavelength | 850 nm ± 10 nm (940 nm optional) | ||||||||||
Illumination Angle | Motorized Synchronous Zoom Narrow Beam Angle: 2° — Effective illumination distance > 500 m; spot diameter < 36 m Wide Beam Angle: 70° — Effective illumination distance > 40 m
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Zoom Time | ≤3 s (from Narrow Beam to Wide Beam) | ||||||||||
Rangefinder (Optional) | |||||||||||
Wavelength | 1535nm | ||||||||||
Range Measurement Distance | 15m-3000m | ||||||||||
Accuracy | ±1m | ||||||||||
Resolution | 0.1m | ||||||||||
Frequency | 1HZ | ||||||||||
Wide-Angle Camera | |||||||||||
Sensor Type | 1/2.8” Progressive Scan CMOS | ||||||||||
Resolution | 3840*2160 | ||||||||||
Focal Length | 5-50mm | ||||||||||
Field of View (FOV) | H:59.16-6.76° V:29.58-3.86° D:67.1-7.7° | ||||||||||
PTZ Parameters | |||||||||||
Drive System | Direct-Drive Motor System, Proprietary DMD Technology | ||||||||||
Pan/Tilt Range | 360° continuous pan rotation; ±90° tilt. | ||||||||||
Speed Range | Pan: 0.09°/s–120°/s (expandable); Tilt: 0.09°/s–110°/s (expandable) | ||||||||||
Maximum Acceleration | Pan: 300°/s²; Tilt: 240°/s² | ||||||||||
Angular Resolution | <0.01 ° | ||||||||||
Angular Error | <0.05 ° | ||||||||||
Preset Positions | 199 standard user presets + 255 extended user presets; the total number of presets can be customized up to 512 according to customer requirements. | ||||||||||
Scan Modes | * Preset-by-Preset Scan: Adjustable preset dwell time and scanning speed. * Two-Point Horizontal Scan: Adjustable scanning speed and dwell time. | ||||||||||
Positioning Functions | Absolute Angle Positioning (adjustable positioning speed); 3D Positioning (adjustable positioning speed). | ||||||||||
Image Parameters | |||||||||||
Main Stream | Thermal Imaging: 25 fps (1920 × 1080, 1280 × 1024, 640 × 512) Visible Light:
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Sub Stream | Thermal Imaging: 25 fps (640 × 512) Visible Light:
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Third Stream | Thermal Imaging: 25 fps (704 × 576, 640 × 480, 352 × 288)
Only applicable to models: LY-ZDF35IXXXXX
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Region of Interest (ROI) | Supports three video streams, with four fixed regions configurable independently for each stream. | ||||||||||
Picture-in-Picture (PiP) | Supports Picture-in-Picture overlay display. | ||||||||||
Video Encoding | H.265/H.264/MJPEG | ||||||||||
H.265 Image Quality | Main Profile | ||||||||||
H.264 Image Quality | BaseLine Profile / Main Profile / High Profile | ||||||||||
Video Compression Bitrate | 32 Kbps~16Mbps | ||||||||||
Audio Encoding | G.711a/G.711u/G.722.1/G.726/MP2L2/AAC/PCM | ||||||||||
Audio Bitrate | 64Kbps(G.711)/16Kbps(G.722.1)/16Kbps(G.726)/32-192Kbps(MP2L2)/16-64Kbps(AAC) | ||||||||||
Network Functions | |||||||||||
Storage | Supports expandable Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (up to 256 GB) for local recording when the network is disconnected. Supports NAS storage via NFS and SMB/CIFS. | ||||||||||
Supported Protocols | TCP/IP, ICMP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, DHCP, DNS, RTP, RTSP, RTCP, NTP, SMTP, SNMP, IPv6. | ||||||||||
Interface Protocols | ONVIF (Profile S, Profile G), GB28181-2016, and protocols from major domestic manufacturers. | ||||||||||
Smart Events | |||||||||||
General Events | Motion Detection, Video Tampering, Disk Full, Illegal Access | ||||||||||
Smart AI | Intrusion Detection, Line Crossing Detection, Leave Area Detection, Loitering Detection, People Gathering Detection, Fast Movement Detection, Unattended Object Detection, Audio Anomaly Detection | ||||||||||
AI Detection | Human Detection, Non-Motor Vehicle Detection, Motor Vehicle Detection, Vessel Detection, Bird Detection, Drone Detection. | ||||||||||
General Specifications | |||||||||||
Operating Temperature & Humidity | -40°C to 65°C; humidity <90% (non-condensing) | ||||||||||
Power Supply | DC 24 V ±20% | ||||||||||
Power Consumption | Varies depending on optional accessories | ||||||||||
Power Protection | TVS 8000 V surge protection against lightning, surges, and transients; compliant with Level 4 requirements of GB/T 17626.5 | ||||||||||
Ingress Protection | IP66 | ||||||||||
Dimensions (W × H × D) | 333 mm × 339 mm × 252.8 mm | ||||||||||
Weight | Varies depending on optional accessories | ||||||||||
Ordering Configuration | |||||||||||
Model | Thermal Imaging Lens | Visible-Light Lens | |||||||||
LY-ZDF35IXXXXX | 50 mm | 6.6–264 mm, 1/1.8″ | |||||||||
LY-ZDF24IXXXXX | 75 mm | 7–322 mm, 1/2.8″ | |||||||||
LY-ZDF23IXXXXX | 100 mm | 10–550 mm, 1/1.25″ | |||||||||
LY-ZDF22IXXXXX | 25–75 mm | 7–322 mm, 1/2.8″ | |||||||||
LY-ZDF00IXXXXX | 15–100 mm | 6.1–561 mm, 1/1.8″ | |||||||||
Accessories | Wide-Angle Camera, Rangefinder, Gyroscope, GPS, Electronic Compass, etc. | ||||||||||
Application Range | |||||||||||
Focal Length
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Detection | Recognition | Identification | Detection | Recognition | Identification | ||||||
50mm | 6500m | 1700m | 850m | 2600m | 660m | 330m | |||||
75mm | 10200m | 2500m | 1280m | 3900m | 980m | 490m | |||||
100mm | 13600m | 3400m | 1700m | 5200m | 1300m | 650m | |||||
Notes:
- Values are based on the maximum aperture.
- Wide-angle camera, laser rangefinder, image stabilization, GPS, electronic compass, and other features are optional. Please consult a professional for specific configurations.
- This table is for reference only. The effective range is affected by environmental conditions. The values are theoretical calculations based on the Johnson criteria under ideal conditions.
- Detection: The observed target must cover at least 5 pixels to be distinguished from the background.
- Recognition: The target (e.g., animal, person, or vehicle) must cover at least 6 pixels for recognition.
- Identification: The target must cover at least 12 pixels to be identified and described in detail.








