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Stop Choosing Between Coverage and Clarity: Dual-Lens PTZ Delivers Both

The Flock Safety Dual-Lens PTZ camera delivers uninterrupted wide-angle coverage and zoomed-in detail at the same time, giving law enforcement and security teams complete situational awareness, and dependable, high-definition evidence without the compromises of traditional PTZ systems.

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October 8, 2025
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October 1, 2025

Law enforcement agencies and businesses often depend on video camera systems to provide security, clear visibility, and dependable evidence. Traditional single-lens PTZ cameras have been the standard, but they require a tradeoff: zoom in for detail and lose the broader scene, or keep the wide view and sacrifice critical specifics. Flock Safety’s Dual-Lens PTZ camera eliminates this compromise by streaming and recording both wide-angle context and zoomed-in detail simultaneously in real-time and in high definition.

Law Enforcement: Maintaining Situational Awareness

Police departments often face the challenge of monitoring large areas while focusing on specific incidents. For example, a traditional PTZ camera that locates a suspect in a crowded intersection sacrifices visibility of the rest of the environment. If another incident occurs nearby, there may be no video record of it.

The dual-lens PTZ addresses this issue directly. One lens provides uninterrupted wide-angle coverage while the second lens zooms in on the suspect. Officers gain real-time visibility of the entire scene without losing track of key details. The system integrates with the Flock ecosystem, enabling searchable, high-definition evidence that supports investigations and faster response.

Businesses: Coverage Without Gaps

Businesses and residential properties also face security challenges where both context and detail matter. Parking lot break-ins, shoplifting, and property damage are common concerns, and traditional PTZ cameras often fail to capture essential evidence because they can only show one perspective at a time.

The dual-lens PTZ camera ensures every corner of the property and specific incidents remain visible simultaneously. Retailers can view store perimeters while capturing clear footage of theft. Logistics carriers protect their entire site while simultaneously zooming in on high-risk areas like truck bays, gates, and fence lines. Apartment complexes can monitor gate access while zooming in on suspicious vehicles. Users can share high-quality video directly with law enforcement or quickly access and search right from the Flock Safety platform.

Flock’s Dual-Lens PTZ camera can be mounted on walls, poles, or existing structures, with the option of solar or AC power. Flexible deployment enables the camera to be deployed in various locations, from remote lots to busy storefronts, with the same dependable system.

Flexible deployment makes the system practical in more locations. Cameras can be mounted on walls, poles, or existing infrastructure and powered by either solar or AC power. LTE connectivity eliminates reliance on local internet, simplifying installation and ensuring continuous operation.

Flock Safety’s Dual-Lens PTZ Camera vs. Traditional PTZ Cameras

Feature Traditional PTZ Cameras Flock Safety’s Dual-Lens PTZ Camera
Zoom Range One lens that zooms in/out Two lenses: a fixed wide lens for overview + a motorized zoom lens for details
Field of View Single perspective: wide OR zoomed view. Zooming in loses full-scene context. Dual perspective: wide-angle and zoomed views recorded simultaneously in one feed
Deployment Most video systems require AC power and internet infrastructure Flexible placement: deploy on walls, poles, or existing infrastructure with solar or AC power
Total Cost of Ownership High: costly wiring, maintenance, and upgrades to keep outdated systems running Low: Flock’s subscription includes hardware, upgrades, support, and predictable pricing – no surprises

The Bottom Line

For law enforcement, the dual-lens PTZ provides situational awareness during complex incidents. For businesses, it protects people, property, and reputations by eliminating gaps in coverage. With flexible installation, LTE connectivity, and a subscription model that ensures ongoing support and updated technology, this system is designed to deliver reliable performance where it is needed most.

Are you looking for uninterrupted wide-angle coverage and zoomed-in detail at the same time? Speak with a safety expert.

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