©Simon Chamaillé-Jammes, CNRS

VERTEX Vision

(this scene was filmed by a VERTEX Vision)

VERTEX Vision is a valuable addition to our VERTEX PLUS collar system, designed for researchers studying animal behavior and interactions. Combining advanced imaging capabilities with a field-proven design, it enables reliable data collection across a wide range of research applications. The camera can be configured for either side-view or front-view recording and offers up to 238 GB of storage, 10 video modes, and low power consumption. The collar features an internal Drop Off to release the collar on demand. Camera activation can be triggered by a timer, GPS schedule, proximity events, or birth events when used with VIT. High-resolution imagery, a wide field of view, and adjustable frame rates provide great flexibility for researchers. In addition, VERTEX Vision enables users to download recordings directly from the collar before camera refurbishment.

Memory up to 238 GB
Aspect ratio 16:9
Field of view Normal, Superview
Photo resolution 10-20 MP
Video modes 10 available modes
Video resolution 720p, 1080p, 2.7K, 4K
Frame rate 30 fps, 60 fps
Video/audio recording length 10 sec to 6 min
  • Resolution, frame rate, and field of view are individually configurable
  • Users can directly download videos without having to return collar to the factory
Mode Format
0 4K 30Hz 16:9 superview
1 4K 30Hz 16:9 normal
2 2.7K 60Hz 16:9 superview
3 2.7K 60Hz 16:9 normal
4 2.7K 30Hz 16:9 normal
5 1080p 60Hz 16:9 superview
6 1080p 60Hz 16:9 normal
7 1080p 30Hz 16:9 normal
8 720p 60Hz 16:9 superview
9 720p 30Hz 16:9 normal

 

VERTEX Vision with
5D battery, front-view

VERTEX Vision with
2D battery, front-view

Excerpts from recordings of the VERTEX Vision:

Polar Bear Footage: Anthony Pagano (USGS);
Principal Investigator: Anthony Pagano (USGS);
Acknowledgments: Toshio Matsuoka, Alaska Science Center; Yvette Gillies, Alaska Science Center

©Simon Chamaillé-Jammes, CNRS