Montavue offers a wide range of security camera systems to meet every need—from smart AI features to wide‑angle panoramic coverage. In this guide, we break down each series in simple terms and compare their key features, so you can quickly find the right solution for your home or business.
Quick Overview of Each Option
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Lunar 2.0:
- Resolution/Frame Rate: 2K at 20 FPS
- Key Features: Smart Dual Illumination, SMD+ (Smart Motion Detection Plus), built‑in mic
- Best For: Budget‑friendly, everyday surveillance with enhanced night performance
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Lunar 3.0:
- Resolution/Frame Rate: 4K at 20 FPS
- Key Features: Same as Lunar 2.0 (Smart Dual Illumination, SMD+, built‑in mic) but upgraded to 4K
- Best For: Users who need higher image clarity while keeping familiar features
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Basin AI:
- Resolution/Frame Rate: 4K at 15 FPS
- Key Features: SMD+ and built‑in mic; does not include Smart Dual Illumination
- Best For: Environments needing smart analytics in 4K—even at a slightly lower frame rate
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Range Vari‑Focal:
- Resolution/Frame Rate: 4K at 20 FPS
- Key Features: SMD+, 5× Motorized Zoom, extended IR LED range (varies by model)
- Best For: Dynamic areas (like parking lots or warehouses) that benefit from adjustable zoom and extended IR coverage
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Peak AI 3.0:
- Resolution/Frame Rate: 4K at 30 FPS
- Key Features: AI Scene Self-Adaptation, AI Coding (which prioritizes bitrate for humans/vehicles), Advanced Smart Motion Detection 4.0 (99% accuracy, detects at 40-60ft), built‑in mic
- Best For: Detailed monitoring with smart analytics for enhanced motion detection
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Peak AI 4.0:
- Resolution/Frame Rate: 4K (typically at similar frame rates as Peak AI 3.0)
- Key Features: Includes all Peak AI 3.0 features plus Active Deterrence (siren and red/blue flashing lights), Smart Dual Illumination for full night color, Acupick for cross-camera subject identification, and 2-Way Audio (built‑in mic and speaker)
- Best For: High‑risk areas where you need both smart detection and active measures to deter intruders
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Summit 4.0:
- Resolution/Frame Rate: Similar to Peak AI 4.0
- Key Features: Same as Peak AI 4.0 but using SMD 3.0; focuses on Acupick functions for identifying individuals across multiple cameras
- Best For: Critical installations where automated subject identification is key
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Vista 4K 180° Panoramic:
- Resolution/Frame Rate: 4K at 15–25 FPS (varies by model)
- Key Features: 180° panoramic view and 2-Way Audio
- Best For: Large open areas (e.g., retail centers, campuses) where one camera needs to cover a vast field of view
Detailed Comparison Chart
| Option | Resolution & Frame Rate | Smart Features | Special Functions & Lens | Ideal For |
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| Lunar 2.0 | 2K at 20 FPS | Smart Dual Illumination, SMD+, built‑in mic | Fixed lens | Everyday surveillance on a budget with enhanced night performance |
| Lunar 3.0 | 4K at 20 FPS | Same as Lunar 2.0 (Smart Dual Illumination, SMD+, built‑in mic) | Fixed lens | Users who want higher image clarity while keeping familiar features |
| Basin AI | 4K at 15 FPS | SMD+ and built‑in mic (no Smart Dual Illumination) | Fixed lens | Environments needing smart analytics in 4K with slight frame rate trade-off |
| Range Vari‑Focal | 4K at 20 FPS | SMD+ | 5× Motorized Zoom; adjustable lens; extended IR LED range | Dynamic areas that require adjustable zoom and extended IR coverage |
| Peak AI 3.0 | 4K at 30 FPS | AI Scene Self-Adaptation, AI Coding, Advanced Smart Motion Detection 4.0 (99% accuracy, detects at 40-60ft), built‑in mic | Fixed lens | Detailed monitoring where smart motion detection enhances security |
| Peak AI 4.0 | 4K (comparable frame rate to 3.0) | Everything in Peak AI 3.0 plus Active Deterrence (siren & red/blue lights), Smart Dual Illumination, Acupick for cross-camera identification, and 2-Way Audio | Fixed lens | High‑risk areas needing both advanced analytics and active deterrence measures |
| Summit 4.0 | 4K (similar to Peak AI 4.0) | Same as Peak AI 4.0 but with SMD 3.0; focused on Acupick functionality for subject identification across cameras | Fixed lens | Critical installations where automated subject tracking across cameras is essential |
| Vista 4K 180° Panoramic | 4K at 15–25 FPS (model-dependent) | Standard analytics; includes 2-Way Audio | Panoramic lens providing a 180° field of view | Large open spaces where capturing a wide area with one camera is a priority |
Conclusion
Montavue’s camera systems are designed to address a wide variety of security needs:
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For smart, high‑resolution monitoring:
Choose Lunar 3.0 if you want familiar features with a 4K upgrade or Basin AI if you value built‑in smart analytics (despite a lower 15 FPS rate). -
For flexible coverage and long-range monitoring:
The Range Vari‑Focal series offers adjustable zoom and enhanced IR performance—ideal for areas with diverse monitoring needs. -
For advanced AI detection and active deterrence:
Peak AI 3.0 delivers precision 4K monitoring with smart motion detection, while Peak AI 4.0 ups the ante with active deterrence, dual illumination, and two-way communication.
Summit 4.0 builds on these features, focusing on Acupick for cross-camera subject tracking. -
For expansive coverage:
The Vista 4K 180° Panoramic series provides a wide‑angle view that is perfect for covering large areas with one camera.
Each series is tailored to meet specific security challenges, whether you need simple, clear surveillance or a sophisticated, multi-functional system. For more details or to see which system is the best fit for your needs, visit Montavue’s website.
