
IR Illuminator Wattage vs LED Array Count: Why More LEDs Don't Always Mean Better Night Vision
Does an IR illuminator with 48 LEDs perform better than one with just 6 high-power LEDs? Not necessarily. LED count alone cannot determine infrared illumination performance. Actual electrical wattage, radiant output, LED efficiency, optical design and camera field of view all play important roles. Learn how to evaluate IR illuminators beyond misleading LED array numbers and choose the right solution for reliable night surveillance.
2026-10-19Read the story
