Security cameras can help prevent crime and can deter home
invaders, burglars, and trespassers. However, selecting the right type of
security camera can be challenging. This guide helps you choose the appropriate
cameras for your security needs.
The first step is to determine the primary role of the
cameras in your home or business. For example, break-ins and burglaries may
have increased in your area in recent months. In this case, you might want to
install doorbell video cameras that act as deterrents. If the problem is package
theft, a security camera that monitors the entryway can help you get your
packages back.
Video resolution is the quality and clarity of the image
captured by the security camera. Other factors that affect video quality
include night vision capability, frame rates, and the camera's field of view.
Ideally, the camera should have a video resolution of at least 1080P so that
you can distinguish facial features and actions but these cameras can be
expensive. A camera with lower video resolution may still do the job you
require.
The camera should also have a wide field of view to cover a
large space outdoors and indoors. A wide viewing angle also reduces the number
of cameras you need to monitor an area. A high frame rate per second is also
necessary to create smooth-motion videos and reduce blur. Finally, ensure the
camera has a night vision range of 30 feet or more to produce high-resolution
videos and pictures at night.
Both wired and wireless cameras have their advantages and
disadvantages. Wired cameras have a cable connection between the security
cameras and the monitoring or storage device. The main advantages of wired
cameras are reliability and durability. The cameras are also unlikely to
experience disruptions from nearby wireless signals, but the time-consuming
installation process may be costly.
On the other hand, wireless security cameras use wireless
networks to transmit live streams from the camera to the viewing platform.
Wireless cameras have a relatively straightforward installation process and are
available in various sizes and shapes. The effectiveness and cost of the
wireless camera depend on how far the camera has to transmit the signal.
However, hackers can tamper with the wireless signal and reduce its effectiveness.
Outdoor cameras must withstand extreme weather elements.
For example, if you install indoor-use CCTV systems outdoors, UV rays, rain,
and wind can damage the cameras. Indoor cameras must also be designed to
withstand humidity, air conditioning, and indoor heating conditions.
Light affects the quality and resolution of filming. Most
cameras can produce videos and images of high resolution in areas that are
well-lit and have bright lighting. On the other hand, special cameras are
necessary to record clear footage in spaces with dim lighting. In particular,
the camera must have a high light sensitivity rating and can be flexible to
adapt to fluctuating light levels.
CCTV cameras can record and store footage in different
formats. The main ways to record are digital video recorders, network video
recorders, and cloud recording. Digital video recorders are analogue security
cameras that connect to a hard drive via a wired cable.
Network video recorders use Ethernet cables or the Internet
to record and store footage. These cameras can also store the footage onsite or
transmit it to the cloud. Most network video recorders come with a cloud
account where you can securely store your recordings.
The effectiveness of your CCTV systems depends on where you
buy them from. All Pro Security
provides CCTV, access control, and fire alarm systems for commercial and
residential services. We also install and service vacuum and intercom systems.
Contact us to secure your property.
