Security cameras
Your First Line of Defense
Security cameras are surveillance devices used to monitor and record activities in specific areas, enhancing security and deterring criminal behavior.
Cameras positioned at entry points like doors, driveways, and backyards enhance home protection.
Wireless Cameras
These cameras transmit footage wirelessly to a storage device or cloud, making them easier to install without extensive wiring.
IP Cameras
Internet Protocol (IP) cameras capture and send video data over a network or the internet, allowing for remote monitoring.
Thermal Cameras
These cameras detect heat and are often used in environments where lighting is poor, such as during the night.
C-Mount Cameras
These have detachable lenses and are ideal for custom surveillance needs where different lens types are required.
Smart cameras a powerful tool for monitoring & securing spaces
Smart cameras, often used for security, home automation, or surveillance, come with advanced features that distinguish them from traditional cameras.
How it Works: Infrared night vision uses infrared LEDs to illuminate the area without emitting visible light. The camera’s sensor detects the infrared light reflected off objects, allowing it to create a black-and-white image in the dark.
LED Range: The number and quality of infrared LEDs determine how far and clear the camera can see in the dark. Typical ranges are between 20 to 100 feet, depending on the model.
Black-and-White Footage: Traditional IR night vision usually produces monochrome (black-and-white) images, but they are sharp enough to recognize details like faces or license plates.
Some smart cameras use artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance motion detection by distinguishing between different types of motion. This helps reduce false alarms from irrelevant movements such as pets, swaying trees, or passing cars.
Users can define specific areas within the camera’s field of view where they want motion to be detected. This is particularly useful if only certain parts of a scene, like a door or window, need to be monitored for movement.
When motion is detected, the camera can send real-time alerts via push notifications, emails, or text messages. Many cameras allow you to view live footage immediately through a mobile app.
Smart camera resolution is a crucial feature that affects the clarity and detail of the video footage captured. The higher the resolution, the more detailed and clear the images, making it easier to identify people, objects, and events.
Standard Definition (SD)
- Resolution: Typically 480p (640 x 480 pixels).
- Use Case: Basic monitoring where high detail is not necessary, such as monitoring general activity in low-risk areas.
- Limitations: Images may appear grainy, especially when zoomed in, making it hard to identify finer details like faces or license plates.
High Definition (HD)
- 720p HD (1280 x 720 pixels): Considered the minimum for modern smart cameras.
- Use Case: Suitable for residential security, where a balance between video quality and bandwidth/storage usage is needed.
- Benefits: Provides decent image quality for monitoring indoor spaces or small outdoor areas.
Two-way audio allows for both listening and speaking through the camera. The camera is equipped with a built-in microphone and speaker, enabling real-time communication.
You can speak to visitors, delivery drivers, or potential intruders remotely. For example, you can ask delivery personnel to leave a package at the door, or warn off suspicious individuals.
It creates an interactive security system, where you can respond to events in real time, adding both security and convenience. High-quality smart cameras are equipped with sensitive microphones that can pick up audio from a reasonable distance (typically 10-20 feet), even in noisy environments.
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Always Watching
These have a long, cylindrical shape and are often used outdoors. They are typically weatherproof and provide long-distance viewing.
