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Security Cameras

 Security Cameras

A security camera system is made up of several different components including a DVR, security cameras and other accessories. This section will discuss the security cameras. There are many different aspects to security cameras that need to be considered for optimal performance on your camera system and only the very basics will be discussed here. When planning your security camera system you have to answer several questions: First, am I using digital IP network cameras or analog cameras? Second, am I trying to monitor indoors or outdoors? Third, what are the lighting conditions in the area where my security cameras will be viewing? Fourth, what exactly am I trying to keep under video security?

Digital network IP security cameras are slowly making their way into the security camera system market. It is important to know that while capable of displaying vastly greater resolution than an analog security camera, IP cameras are typically more cost prohibitive than a standard analog camera. Analog cameras can still produce excellent results when installed and positioned properly.

Know that if you will mount your security camera outdoors you will want a camera with an IP rating of at least 65 although 68 would be optimal. An IP rating is the measure of protection against water ingress. An IP rating of 68 would indicate the camera is capable of being immersed in water deeper than 1 meter and for a period longer than 30 minutes. Most outdoor security cameras are made with metal shells and contain gaskets to prevent water damage to the internal components.

If used in an area where there is no background or accessory lighting, you will want to select a security camera with either a very low lux rating (.0001 lux), or use an infrared illuminator either built into the camera or external.

When choosing a security camera you will want to look for the focal length of the camera lens, usually measured in millimeters. A standard wide angle security camera will offer a focal length of approximately 3.6mm. Know that the larger the focal length in mm, the narrower the field of view. Likewise the smaller the focal length in mm, the wider the field of view. For example, a 3.6mm focal length offers a wider viewing area than a 50mm focal length. However, if you use a wider angle you will lose depth. To bring an object into closer view you will want to use a larger focal length.

As stated earlier, this is a very basic article on security cameras. To know which camera may be right for you or for more information you will want to contact our camera shop toll free at 1-866-668-8092 or locally in the Orlando Metro area at 407-696-2779.