When looking for the right CCTV system, one type doesn’t fit all. In order to get the most out of your system to match your security needs, learn about the many features below, and then decide which one would work best for your location and application.

Top 3 Types of CCTV Cameras

If you know you want a security camera around your home of office, but don’t know which one is right, here are a few to choose from.

1. Dome CCTV Camera. You typically see these dome-shaped cameras on the wall or ceiling of a commercial or industrial location. Mostly used for indoor security, the dome design is meant to be recognized, but not overly intrusive. Since you can’t tell which direction the camera is pointed, it’s a great crime deterrent.
2. Bullet CCTV Camera. With its enlongated, bullet-like shape, these cameras are used for long distance viewing. Also mounted on the wall or ceiling, bullet cameras are made for indoor or outdoor use.
3. C-Mount CCTV Camera. The more versatile one of the group, C-mount CCTV cameras have detachable lenses for fitting different applications. Use special lenses to see closer, further away, at night, or through harsh weather conditions.

CCTV System Features

When looking for the right CCTV system, you’ll want to think of the features that best fit your security needs. Here are some of the biggest ones to consider.

• Day/night CCTV cameras. The time of day in which you want to capture footage is an important factor for choosing the right CCTV system since you’ll want a camera that works well in lit and low-lit areas. Clear video images is extremely important for security purposes, so a camera that can handle varying light conditions—including glare and reflections—is a must.
• Infrared and night-vision CCTV cameras. One step beyond a low light camera is one that can see clearly in the dark. These cameras use infrared LEDs to illuminate the darkness, and are ideal in outside conditions, when the lights are off inside, or where lighting is extremely poor.

CCTV Camera Connections

For a CCTV system to be successful, it needs the right connections. Connecting the camera to a network or IP address for downloading and storage can be done through hardwired or wireless internet connections. IP cameras are easy to install since there’s no need for a separate cable to send images over a longer distance.

Wireless cameras are also very easy to install. Most simply require to be plugged in and remotely synced with a wireless router. Not all wireless cameras are IP-based, but they’re all more flexible to use.

The right design and installation of any CCTV system should be left to a professional security company for optimal results. Whether it’s a stand-alone system or connected to central station monitoring, Security Five can help you find the right CCTV for your security needs.

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