Get up and running in under 20 minutes with our rapid-deployment 12V solar time-lapse camera system. With full ownership of the hardware, you can easily relocate and reuse it across future projects. Simply connect the battery and solar panel to start capturing images directly to the SD card. For complete remote monitoring and management, add a SIM card and web portal subscription.
£1,495.00
15 in stock
SOLAR POWERED TIME-LAPSE CAMERA
Capture and monitor your construction project remotely with our 4K solar time-lapse camera system. Designed for construction sites and remote locations without mains power, the system combines solar power with 4G connectivity to automatically upload images to your secure online web portal. Monitor project progress from anywhere while capturing sharp 4K Ultra HD time-lapse images. Supplied pre-configured for reliable long-term outdoor use and quick installation. THIS PRODUCT PAGE IS FOR THE HARDWARE ONLY, IMAGES WILL SAVE TO AN SD CARD. FOR A FULLY REMOTE-MANAGED SYSTEM, YOU WILL ALSO NEED TO ADD A SIM CARD AND WEB PORTAL SUBSCRIPTION.
LOCAL BACK UP
Simply connect the battery and solar panel, and the system automatically begins capturing images and uploading them to your secure web portal via 4G. An onboard SD card provides local backup, ensuring images continue to be captured even during temporary network outages.
This price is for the full camera, & solar system. As supplied, the system will capture and store your time-lapse images locally to an SD card.
For automatic cloud uploads and remote access to your project from anywhere, you will also need our 4G SIM and Web Portal subscription.
If you’re unsure what you need, contact us before ordering and we’ll recommend the right setup for your project.
TIME LAPSE PARTNER
Burgess Technologies has been building construction site time-lapse systems for over 10 years. Our 4K, 4G time-lapse camera systems have been successfully deployed in over 22 countries, from Robert Dyson’s research centre in Wiltshire to Waterford’s rum distillery in the West Indies. Wherever your project takes you, our plug & play solution ensures a seamless setup process. Our pre-built and pre-configured system guarantees consistency and simplicity, regardless of the location.
PRE-BUILT SOLAR TIME LAPSE CAMERA &
PRE-CONFIGURED
We integrate your networking hardware into a GRP (Glass Reinforced Polyester) cabinet with IP66 rating and IK10 impact resistance, designed to accommodate your 12V battery at the base. All components come pre-configured and wired into the charge controller for rapid deployment.t.

- 4K ULTRA HD CAMERA
- IP65 OUTDOOR CABINET
- 4G ROUTER
- 12V 90AH BATTERY
- 150 WATT PANEL
- MPPT CONTROLLER
- EXTERNAL ANTENNA
- 12V DC POE INJECTOR
- BACK PLATE
- HARDWARE PRE WIRED
- HARDWARE PRE CONFIG
- POLE MOUNT
- METAL STRAPS
- 20M DATA CABLE
Eveything set up, configured and ready to go!
SOLAR TIME-LAPSE SYSTEM
RAPID DEPLOYMENT
Simply position your 12V battery inside the cabinet. Connect the red and black cables from the solar charge controller, which come equipped with terminal rings, to the corresponding terminals on your battery for quick and secure attachment.
Feed your solar panel cables through the cabinet’s cable gland and securely attach them to the PC terminal on the charge controller. Your solar system is now fully operational.
The 4K Ultra HD time-lapse camera is powered by a DC input POE injector, which delivers power over a data cable. The camera is pre-connected to one end of the data cable. Simply feed the other end of the cable through the cable gland and into the ‘out’ port on the POE injector.
CAMERA SPEC
- 4K Ultra HD - 3840 x 2160 Pixels
- 2.8MM Fixed Lens
- 95 Degree Wide Angle
- 1/1.2″ Progressive Scan CMOS
- Min Illumination - 0.0005 Lux
- Aperture F1.0, 16:9 Aspect Ratio
- 24/7 Colour
- BLC, HLC, 3D DNR
- Powers From 12V/110V/240V
- Pre-Built, Pre-Configured = P&P
- Remote Support & Remote View Ready
LOAD OUTPUT
The charge controller comes pre-configured with a load timer schedule to optimize 12V battery conservation. Typically, we set the load to activate from 8 am to 5 pm, aligning with standard construction site hours.
MANY....
Join the ranks of hundreds of contractors and media professionals who have already embraced the market’s most cost-effective and reliable remote managed, cellular time lapse systems.

VILLANOVA
New build project in Canada. Burgess 12v solar time lapse system.

QUARRY PROJECT
Huge 10 x camera site in Portugal. Burgess 12v solar time lapse system.

BALFOUR BEATTY
University build in London. No solar panels, 12v battery swap set up.

HORIBA MIRA
New build project in the UK. Burgess 12v solar time lapse system.
ALTERNATIVE
Before committing to a solar solution, it’s wise to confirm whether existing power sources, such as site cabins or generators, are available for use. Additionally, it’s important to note that with our powered time-lapse systems, only our 4G box requires direct power. The camera can be as far as 100 meters away, connected to the Box with an outdoor data cable that not only transmits data but also powers the camera.
YOUR OPTIONS
Buy Now Online
A quick check out and your out of the box Ultra HD system will be shipped within 3 days. We'll contact you about your schedule and settings.
15 in stock
Portal & SIM
Remember to include your remote web portal and 4G VPN SIM card, both essential components for your time-lapse system.
Pre Sales Help
We love talking time-lapse. If you need help or want to reach out, please don't hesitate to do so using one of the methods below.
£300 OFF ALL SYSTEMS
CONTACT US BELOW, OR REGISTER YOUR PROJECT & COMPLETE OUR QUOTE FORM ➡️
Exciting news! For a limited time, we’re thrilled to offer a special promotion where you can save £300 on all our time-lapse systems. The best part? When you reach out to us, we’ll automatically apply this discount, regardless of when your project begins.
Time lapse camera system are a one-time purchase, and you will own the hardware for years to come. We offer SIM packages, allowing the system to be shipped broadband-ready. SIM packages can be paid monthly via direct debit or invoiced annually. Additionally, our web portal is available for purchase as an annual service. You can add these products together from our store, or contact us for a pro-forma invoice.
To get started, simply plug the 4G Box into a power source, whether it’s 12V, 110V, or 240V. Then, mount the camera and connect it to the 4G Box using the provided 20mtr data cable. It’s worth noting that you can extend this cable up to 100mtrs, that’s it, job done!
Hardware failures are extremely rare, it’s not uncommon for these systems to run for years without any issues. However, in the unlikely event that there is a fault with the hardware, we offer an advanced replacement service to ensure that you can get back up and running as quickly as possible.
We offer flexible payment options for the SIM card, including upfront annual payments or automatic payments set up via direct debit, which can be easily arranged online. The 4G router is broadband ready, and pre-configured to a high-speed cellular network, and we have a VPN connection in place for remote support if needed.
Systems come pre-built and pre-configured, so all you need to do is provide power. Once the system has power, it will immediately start capturing images and sending them to your cloud folder directory. There’s no need for any additional setup or configuration, making it incredibly easy to use.
On the day of set up, we can send images via WhatsApp. Alternatively, you can use a command in your web browser to instruct the camera to capture and download an image.
All images captured by the camera are stored securely on the cloud server. From there, the web portal is created, and you will have a separate login to access and efficiently download your images in bulk..
Transferring images is a breeze with Filezilla, a computer app that allows you to do so easily, anytime and from anywhere. We provide helpful how-to videos to guide you through the process, making it simple and straightforward even if you’re not familiar with the app.
Our time-lapse system is flexible when it comes to power. It can run off 110V and 240V, and only the 4G box requires direct power. We can also ship the system as 12V solar-ready, with the solar hardware being the only additional requirement for full functionality.
The time-lapse system and all included hardware, automatically reboot when the power is back on.

