{"id":70,"date":"2026-02-13T00:20:51","date_gmt":"2026-02-13T00:20:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.securitywholesalers.com.au\/tools\/?page_id=70"},"modified":"2026-02-14T07:22:37","modified_gmt":"2026-02-14T07:22:37","slug":"resolution-simulator","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.securitywholesalers.com.au\/tools\/resolution-simulator\/","title":{"rendered":"CCTV Camera Resolution Simulator"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The <strong>CCTV Resolution vs Distance Simulator<\/strong> helps you compare how <strong>2MP, 4MP, 6MP and 8MP cameras<\/strong> perform at different distances and lens focal lengths. Instantly see the difference between wide-angle overview coverage and zoom lenses for identification, recognition and detection \u2014 making it easier to choose the right camera for your site.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n    <div class=\"sw-tool-wrap\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"sw-tool-header\">\r\n            <h2>CCTV Resolution vs Distance Simulator<\/h2>\r\n            <p>\r\n                Compare <b>2MP, 4MP, 6MP and 8MP cameras<\/b> across distance, lens focal length,\r\n                lighting conditions, and target type (Face vs Plate).\r\n            <\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <!-- CONTROLS -->\r\n        <div class=\"sw-controls\">\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"sw-control\">\r\n                <label>Example Scene<\/label>\r\n                <select id=\"swScene\">\r\n                    <option value=\"driveway.png\">Driveway Overview<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"face.png\">Entrance Face View<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"retail.png\">Retail Store Scene<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"plate.png\">License Plate Example<\/option>\r\n                <\/select>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"sw-control\">\r\n                <label>Lens Focal Length<\/label>\r\n                <select id=\"swLens\">\r\n                    <option value=\"2.8\">2.8mm Wide<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"4\">4mm<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"6\">6mm<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"12\">12mm Zoom<\/option>\r\n                <\/select>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"sw-control\">\r\n                <label>Target Type<\/label>\r\n                <select id=\"swTarget\">\r\n                    <option value=\"face\">Face Mode<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"plate\">Plate Mode (Harder)<\/option>\r\n                <\/select>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"sw-control\">\r\n                <label>Lighting Mode<\/label>\r\n                <select id=\"swLighting\">\r\n                    <option value=\"day\">Day Mode<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"night\">Night Mode<\/option>\r\n                <\/select>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"sw-control\">\r\n                <label>Night Camera Type<\/label>\r\n                <select id=\"swNightType\">\r\n                    <option value=\"ir\">Infrared (B\/W)<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"colorvu\">ColorVu White Light (30m)<\/option>\r\n                <\/select>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"sw-control\">\r\n                <label>Infrared Range<\/label>\r\n                <select id=\"swIRRange\">\r\n                    <option value=\"30\">30m IR<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"50\" selected>50m IR<\/option>\r\n                    <option value=\"80\">80m IR<\/option>\r\n                <\/select>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"sw-control\">\r\n                <label>Distance (Metres)<\/label>\r\n                <input type=\"range\" id=\"swDistance\" min=\"5\" max=\"100\" value=\"10\" step=\"5\">\r\n                <div class=\"sw-distance-readout\">\r\n                    Distance: <span id=\"swDistValue\">10<\/span>m\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <!-- STACKED OUTPUT -->\r\n        <div class=\"sw-stack\">\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"sw-row\">\r\n                <h3>2MP Camera<\/h3>\r\n                <canvas id=\"sw2\"><\/canvas>\r\n                <div class=\"sw-pixel-info\" id=\"px2\"><\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"sw-row\">\r\n                <h3>4MP Camera<\/h3>\r\n                <canvas id=\"sw4\"><\/canvas>\r\n                <div class=\"sw-pixel-info\" id=\"px4\"><\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"sw-row\">\r\n                <h3>6MP Camera<\/h3>\r\n                <canvas id=\"sw6\"><\/canvas>\r\n                <div class=\"sw-pixel-info\" id=\"px6\"><\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"sw-row\">\r\n                <h3>8MP Camera<\/h3>\r\n                <canvas id=\"sw8\"><\/canvas>\r\n                <div class=\"sw-pixel-info\" id=\"px8\"><\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"sw-recommend-box\">\r\n            <h3>SecurityWholesalers Note<\/h3>\r\n            <p id=\"swRecommendation\"><\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    \n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CCTV Resolution vs Distance Simulator (2MP vs 4MP vs 6MP vs 8MP)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the right CCTV camera isn\u2019t just about megapixels \u2014 it\u2019s about how many pixels actually land on the target at the distance you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>SecurityWholesalers CCTV Resolution vs Distance Simulator<\/strong> is a practical visual tool designed to show exactly how camera clarity changes depending on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Camera resolution (2MP, 4MP, 6MP, 8MP)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lens focal length (2.8mm wide vs 12mm zoom)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Real-world distance from the camera to the subject<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of the most common points of confusion in CCTV planning:<br>a camera that looks excellent at 5\u201310 metres may become unusable for identification at 30\u201360 metres, even if it\u2019s still recording in full HD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Distance Matters in CCTV<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As the subject moves further away, they occupy fewer pixels on the camera sensor. That means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Faces become harder to identify<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Number plates lose readable detail<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Footage becomes useful only for detection or overview<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This simulator demonstrates that effect clearly, using realistic sensor-based modelling rather than artificial blur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lens Angle Makes a Huge Difference<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A wide lens such as <strong>2.8mm<\/strong> captures more area, making it ideal for general coverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A zoom lens such as <strong>6mm or 12mm<\/strong> narrows the field of view, placing more pixels on the target at the same distance \u2014 improving recognition and identification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tool helps you understand why lens selection is just as important as megapixel count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Identification vs Recognition vs Detection Rules<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The simulator also references standard pixel density guidelines used by security professionals:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Detection<\/strong> (~25 px\/m): movement only<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Recognition<\/strong> (~125 px\/m): familiar person<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Identification<\/strong> (~250 px\/m): clear facial detail<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This makes it easier to match camera specifications to your actual security goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who This Tool Is For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This simulator is ideal for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Driveway and entrance camera planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rural property and long-range coverage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Retail shop surveillance layouts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Warehouse perimeter monitoring<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anyone comparing 2MP vs 4MP vs 8MP cameras<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>NOTE THAT THIS TOOL IS VERY ROUGH- IT SHOULD ONLY SERVE AS A GUIDE ONLY<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Need Help Choosing the Right Camera?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.securitywholesalers.com.au\">SecurityWholesalers.com.au<\/a> stocks a full range of Hikvision, Dahua, Uniview and professional-grade CCTV cameras \u2014 including varifocal zoom models designed specifically for long-distance identification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The CCTV Resolution vs Distance Simulator helps you compare how 2MP, 4MP, 6MP and 8MP cameras perform at different distances and lens focal lengths. 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