Ideas for Home Security Camera Setups
If you want a great way to monitor your home’s perimeter, then you might want to consider purcahsing a home security camera. Although a security camera system is rather expensive in comparison to standard home monitored systems, the benefits can be extremely worthwhile.
If you can’t afford a real security camera system, there are many fake security cameras you can purchase for alot less. You may not be able to catch a thief on video but if the camera is in plain view, the physchological effect on the intended tresspasser alone can be enough to thwart a burglary. Lets face it , nobody wants to be caught on camera, especially a thief. A home security camera can be an intimidating object in your home security arsenal be it a real one or a fake.
However, if you have valuable property to protect, then a real security camera system is what you will want. There are many different types available on the market today, so the question remains as to what is the best security camera system for you?
Lets take alook at a few different types of systems. There are 3 basic security camera types.
1. Dome cameras
2. Bullet cameras
3. Infrared cameras
Dome cameras are probably the most commonly seen in small busineses, offices and department stores. Obviously these have darkened dome shaped glass capsules mounted on a bracket. The camera is housed inside the dome. Small and compact they can be easilly mounted on ceilings and in tight corners . There also models that can be installed outdoors as well. These can come with special reinforced armour protecion to prevent damage due to weather or vandalism.
If you are looking for this type of security camera system, then you might want to consider the Sony Verifocal dome camera, this has a resolution of 420 lines and you can adjust the lens. The another good security camera that Sony makes is the Infrared Armor Dome camera. This can also be used as a hidden camera and is incredibly durable. The great thing about this camera is that it is impossible to determine what angle the lens is actually pointing so as to leave doubts in any shoplifter’s or thieve’s mind about wether they are being surveyed or not.
Next we have bullet home security cameras. This camera gets its name due to its long lens that sort of resembles a rifle scope. The idea is to have this cameras visible to the public or installed in a place in your home where it can be easily seen by a would be intruder. Some models will change their resolutions according to light levels, usually reverting to black and white in darker environment, or at night for example.
One of the more poplular security cameras is the SPECO CVC-6805SX. It is possible to spot someone with clarity up to 70 feet away even in dim lighting, so this makes it a perfect system for recording detailed features of any would be thief. This camera has a fixed lens of 4mm and will record in color regardless of light levels guaranteeing a great picture at all times.
The infrared camera is also a popular system that is used in both residential homes and businesses. These are designed more for night vision, however are also useful for day light operation. It is important not to confuse between infrared cameras and night vison cameras. The difference is that the infrared camera has tiny lights surrounding the lens which makes the image appear that is was recorded in the day time. Night vison cameras do not have lights around the lens.
If an infrared camera is what you are looking for then, you might want to consider the QSVC422 CCD color outdoor camera system, by Digital Peripheral Solutions. The price can range from $140.00 - $160.00 per camera depending on where you purchase it.
In the end it all depends on what type of security system you need for your home or your business. Security camera systems certainly do add a sense of well being and safety to any home owner or business owner. A good security camera is always a wise investment, not only to protect your property, but also for your peace of mind.
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