Unifi UVC G2 Lens Extender (Ubiquiti)

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I have a few older Unifi Gen 2 cameras collecting dust, and they can barely capture a clear image at 720p, making them nearly useless for identifying license plates or faces. I spent some time scouring Amazon and finally found a 9-22mm vari-focal lens that fits perfectly on the 1/3" sensor of my UVC G2 Cam. The new lens has a twist-to-zoom and twist-to-focus mechanism, just like a DSLR camera lens. Lens Link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NVA96ME/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 However, the problem is that the lens sticks out further than the original cap, leaving it vulnerable to damage. To address this issue, I created an extender ring that fits over the lens but under the sun visor, protecting the camera's interior while allowing for a wider angle of view. This design can be easily modified to fit other lenses as well, making it a versatile solution. One minor trade-off is the loss of access to the IR emitters, but at this zoom level, they're not visible anyway. I would recommend simply removing the IR emitter ring and retaining the IR cut filter for improved low-light performance at night. After giving my makeshift lens extension a fresh coat of black paint, it looks sleek and modern!