Security cameras footage Overview
Outdoor Security Camera Footage – The Facts You Need to Know
There are all kinds of external security cameras available on the market today.
Knowing the facts and details about what is available will help you make a more informed choice.
Don’t just buy the first thing you come across. It is important to understand the advantages and disadvantages of security cameras.
We’ve all seen security camera footage on news channels where a burglar broke into a room and was captured by the camera – but only to show us images that are so grainy and of such poor quality that they don’t it’s worth having the camera first.
When choosing an outdoor security camera, the first most important specification to look for is resolution.
You get what you pay for, so go for the highest resolution you can afford.
Then consider the security camera’s overnight recording capabilities. Some are better than others.
The search parameter is the Lux rating of the device. Luxury is a measure of a room’s ability to “see” in the dark.
The lower the Lux number – the better it will work in low light conditions. Compare the Lux values of different rooms in your price range. If you need to work with virtually zero lightings, then infrared is the way to go.
There is a range of hard or wireless cables for installing an outdoor security camera, and both have pros and cons.
A hard cable system is considered more reliable and durable but generally requires professional installation – which could be expensive. On the other hand, a wireless system can be installed by the average DIY’er and literally needs to be attached to a wall.
Wireless security devices are now much more reliable than they were a few years ago, but they will need regular battery replacement.
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