Differences between Y-cam IP cameras, Y-cam White, Y-cam Black and Y-cam Knight
See our handy cheat-sheet below which notes the key differences between the 1st and 2nd-generation models and also the difference between the Y-cam White, Black and Knight IP cameras.
| Y-cam White | Y-cam Black | Y-cam Knight | |
| 1st Generation |
Color daylight viewing
Moonlight mode for increased brightness in low light environments down to 1 lux Finish: White |
Night vision camera with built-in infrared illumination giving highly detailed black and white images even in complete darkness
IR light travels at 15m distance Color images during the day may be prone to discoloration due to infrared light Finish: Black |
N/A |
| 2nd Generation |
Additions for the 2nd Gen model:
MJPEG mode for added compatibility with multiple browsers, platforms and applications RTSP dialog which allows a VLC player (such as Quicktime, Real Player etc.) to download and display a video stream directly from the camera 3GPP viewer for 3G mobile devices |
Additions for the 2nd Gen model:
MJPEG mode for added compatibility with multiple browsers, platforms and applications RTSP dialog which allows a VLC player (such as Quicktime, Real Player etc.) to download and display a video stream directly from the camera 3GPP viewer for 3G mobile devices |
The Y-cam Knight has only ever been available as a 2nd Generation model.
Night vision camera with built-in infrared illumination giving highly detailed black and white images even in complete darkness IR light travels at 15m distance Color images during the day may be prone to discoloration due to infrared light MJPEG mode for added compatibility with multiple browsers, platforms and applications RTSP dialog which allows a VLC player (such as Quicktime, Real Player etc.) to download and display a video stream directly from the camera 3GPP viewer for 3G mobile devices Finish: White |
Note there is no change in the camera’s physical outer appearance between 1st and 2nd generation models.