When choosing between a camera with good low light performance and a thermal camera, the specific conditions of the installation site are crucial. For scenarios such as:
A: A primarily dark area like a subway or parking garage, a camera with good low light performance is necessary to capture detailed images in low light conditions where visible light is minimal.
C: In a parking lot for facial identification, good low light performance is essential to ensure that the camera can capture clear and recognizable facial features, even in low light situations.
Thermal cameras, while effective in detecting heat signatures, are not suitable for capturing detailed visual information such as facial identification.
Reference: Axis Communications - Low Light Performance