Black is not just a style – it’s a statement. Whether games, furniture or technology: black products radiate elegance, clarity and power. In anticipation of the WGT in Leipzig, I have put together my own personal “Black Week” for you this week. To kick things off, there’s a real highlight among professional security solutions – the UVC-G6-TURRET-B from Ubiquiti.

What is the UVC-G6-TURRET-B?

The UVC-G6-TURRET-B is not just a security camera. It is an intelligent, high-resolution surveillance system in a stylish black design. It is a state-of-the-art 4K surveillance camera from Ubiquiti’s UniFi Protect series. The design of this camera leaves no doubt: Function meets form. It is robust, weatherproof and looks so good that you don’t have to hide it.

Technical highlights at a glance

• Sensor: 1/1.8″ CMOS, 8 MP
• Resolution: 3864 × 2160 (4K UHD) @ 30 fps
• Lens: 3.6 mm Fixed Lens
• Field of vision: H: 109.9° / V: 56.7° / D: 134.1°
• IR night vision: Dual IR LEDs, up to 30 m
• AI Engine: Multi-TOPS Neural Processing Unit (NPU)
• Audio: Integrated microphone (mono)
• Network: 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (PoE)
• Power supply: 802.3af PoE, 6.5 W max
• Weatherproof: IP66-certified, IK04 impact-resistant
• Dimensions / Weight: Ø100 x 95 mm / 550 g
  

Of course, you also get UI Care for this camera and benefit from all the advantages of this service.

Deep Dive: The AI functions

Compared to previous generations, the G6 Turret Black offers a real AI upgrade:

• Object detection in real time: Thanks to the NPU, the camera reliably detects people, vehicles and animals – even in poor lighting conditions.
• Zone-based detection: User-defined activity zones can be set in the UniFi Protect UI to trigger only relevant movements.
• Face & Plate Recognition (experimental): Early phase support for face and license plate recognition – ideal for controlled access.
• Smart Event Clipping: Only relevant sequences are saved – saves storage space and massively improves the review experience.

System integration: UniFi Protect & Beyond

The camera integrates seamlessly into the UniFi Protect ecosystem, which can be controlled via CloudKey Gen2+, UNVR or UNVR Pro. Setup is done via app or web GUI and is completed within minutes. A special plus: all recordings remain stored locally, no cloud constraints – an important criterion for data-sensitive projects.

Further integrations:

• RTSP feed possible (for external NVRs)
• ONVIF is not (yet) supported
• Access via mobile, web or G3/G4 display

Installation & operating instructions

Thanks to the 3-axis joint, the camera can be mounted extremely flexibly – on walls, ceilings or even slopes. Operation via PoE reduces cable clutter, especially in professional setups.

Tips for the tech-savvy:

• Use VLANs for camera traffic for better network security
• Combine with UniFi G4 Doorbell or access systems for integrated protection
• Plan sufficient storage capacity – 4K@30fps generates ~1-1.5 TB/month with continuous recording

Design & material appearance

The “Black” version of the G6 Turret is not just a repaint. Thanks to the matt black powder coating, the housing has a particularly high-quality appearance and reduces reflections – ideal for discreet installations, for example in upmarket residential environments, showrooms or discreet company premises.

Our conclusion: For whom is the G6 Turret worthwhile?

If you’re looking for an aesthetically pleasing, AI-based and future-proof surveillance solution, the UVC-G6-TURRET-B is a near-perfect candidate. It’s not a toy – it’s a tool for serious security architecture.

Suitable for:

• Companies with a focus on data protection & local storage
• Technology enthusiasts who are building a scalable smart security system
• Private users with high demands on design and functionality