When it comes to securing your property, CCTV offers a fantastic selection of options in protecting your business operations
We appreciate that the various different camera types can be a little bewildering, so we have outlined the available options for you...
IP cameras offer a modern improvement on the traditional analogue cameras but the uptake to the new technology has not been immediate with many cameras to this day still utilising analogue systems. The main difference between IP and analogue is how the footage is transmitted between the cameras and recording systems, with IP cameras transferring data digitally rather than analogue.
IP camera systems are starting to become more common due to helping with improved video quality, wireless systems, and scalability.
Modern developments now ensure a vast range of camera types for you to choose from, including:
Box Cameras
When it comes to camera simplicity, box cameras are top of the list. This wired option utilises a lens chosen at the user's discretion. The camera can be mounted in a key location within a premises and then can be monitored to maintain ongoing security. Some box cameras may have a lens already built-in, and in some rare occasions these lenses may even have zoom functionality.
Bullet Cameras
The name 'bullet cameras' comes from the camera's cylindrical shape. Due to their compact design, they are used in many discrete situations including video intercoms and within covert disguises, such as within plant pots or bird nest boxes.
Dome Cameras
Dome cameras offer a camera housing for compact cameras that are more attractive than the classic box cameras. Dome cameras are often mounted on walls or ceilings and can be combined with other camera types, including PTZ cameras, HD cameras, and Power-over-Ethernet cameras.
PTZ Cameras
PTZ means Pan, Tilt, Zoom. This type of camera is extremely popular due to its versatility as a lightweight option that offers fantastic coverage. The camera can be manually operated by camera operators or can be programmed to ensure the best view of the area.
360 Degree Cameras
For situations that need a camera to cover a large area, a 360 degree camera is the perfect choice. A 360 degree camera can help remove blind spots and help minimise the amount of cameras needed within an area. The footage can even be analysed electronically by operators without preventing the 360 degree coverage.
HD Cameras
Many security cameras still to this day are not utilising modern developments to allow for HD imagery. Thankfully, HD cameras have become far more common due to their quality and increased affordability. HD Cameras do need higher bandwidth to transmit images but the advantages of HD video quality far outweighs the infrastructure requirements. Cameras can now come in HD, 4K and 8K options for even greater image quality.
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