Our home is our castle, our fortress of solitude, our safe place, right?
Sadly, that is not necessarily always the case since the world is a scary and unpredictable place.
If you’re at the point that you want to add an extra layer of security for yourself and your loved ones in the form of security cameras then you have come to the right place.
While there are many points to start here at Kawartha TV and Stereo we begin with deciding between wired or wireless cameras.
Wired or wireless?
While both have their advantages, we see wired cameras as the more reliable choice.
Wired security cameras don’t have batteries (which can fail), and they are much harder to hack into thanks to the fact that they won’t be transferring info via Wi-Fi.
The downside to wired cameras is that they are more complicated to initially instal (primarily due to their cables). Those cables can also restrict your placement options.
Conversely, wireless cameras are usually pretty simple to install and will also offer much more flexibility when it comes to where you place them.
Wireless also often offer remote monitoring options (through either your computer or even smartphone) thanks to their ability to connect to your home network.
While wireless cameras do use batteries, many come with long lasting batteries (and some even offer solar power options).
Night vision and range of vision
Once you’ve decided between wired or wireless, other considerations should shift to the camera’s ability capture clear footage and images. You will want to ensure that the security camera you choose offers both infrared night vision (because bad things often happen in the dark), and one that also has a wide enough field of vision for the area you are trying to survey.
Analog or Network IP security cameras?
Analog cameras transmit their date through coaxial cables to a digital video recorder (DVR). Alternatively Network IP cameras will use either an Ethernet cable or often Wi-fi which transmit data digitally.
Network IP cameras are becoming more and more popular thanks to their superior image quality, better data management and easier installation. Their high resolution video quality can be accessed anywhere, and they’re often able to be integrated into smart home systems.
And finally there is something called PoE…
PoE (or Power over Ethernet) cameras are a great option if you are leaning towards a Network IP camera.
Thanks to their ability to combine data and power all in one single Ethernet cable, they offer a much simpler installation as well as operation. No separate power source or tangle of cables.
So there you have it. If you have any other questions about what camera (or type of camera) is best for you, the team at Kawartha TV and Stereo is always happy to help!