IP Cameras
Network Attached IP Camera Comparison Chart

The following chart compares the features and benefits of many of the IP security cameras available. Pricing examples are provided to give you some idea of the cost to performace ratio of the camera. Remember that your system includes more than just the camera. Our objective is to make sure you not only have the right camera, but also the right lens, software, computer and storage, network switches, and everything else you need.

Take a look at the some of the other things you may need to complete your IP Camera system. To learn more about the IP cameras specifications take a look at our technical note.

Resolution of the camera will determine the detail you can see in a specific field of view.

Light sensitivity will determine how well the camera can see in darkness. For example a camera with a 1 lux sensitivity can operate in full moon light.

The Lens is a critical part of the camera system. Learn more about Lenses for IP cameras.

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This chart includes some pricing examples. Contact us for help in selecting the right camera.

IQeye Cameras

If you want to be able to identify a person's face or license plate number in a field of view up to 50 ft, you will need a high resolution camera. IQInvision is known for their high resolution cameras.

There are indoor as well as outdoor ready box and dome cameras available that are powered over Ethernet (PoE).

Pricing starts at under $400. Contact us for pricing on all the models available

See the full line of IQinvision Cameras

Full line of Sony Cameras

 

Sony has added many IP cameras to their product line.

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Includes 3.3 ~ 12 mm Vari-focal Lens, and IR illuminator

This dome type fixed IP Camera is aimed at providing 24-hour surveillance for indoor applications, features true day and night functionality with a removable IR-cut filter and IR illuminators. Boasting a 3-axis mechanism.

This Dual-Codec Network Camera provides many other advanced functions, including simultaneous dual streams, 3GPP mobile surveillance, 802.3af compliant PoE, two-way audio by SIP protocol,.

Very good low light sensitivity of 0.56 Lux / F2.0 (Typical); 0 Lux (10 meters IR Lens on)

Specifications

Includes 4mm lens for indoor use and power adapter

The Vivotek IP7135 is a compact-size, easy-to-use and affordable network camera ideal for home/office surveillance. With a built-in web server, IP7135 supports MPEG4 compression and has an easy user interface for remote access to receive the optimal synchronized video and audio from anywhere anytime over the Internet.

As an alternative, the IP7137 version includes 802.11g wireless connection.

IP7361
Includes 3 - 9 mm, Auto-iris, vari-focal outdoor lens.

Outdoor high-end 2-megapixel network bullet IP camera with built-in IR illuminator.

• 2-megapixel CMOS Sensor
• 3 ~ 9 mm Vari-focal, Auto-iris Lens
• Removable IR-cut Filter for Day & Night Function
• Built-in IR Illuminators, effective up to 25 Meters
• Real-time MPEG-4 and MJPEG Compression (Dual Codec)
• Multiple Streams Simultaneously
• ePTZ for Data Efficiency
• Weather-proof IP67 rated Housing
• Built-in 802.3af Compliant PoE
• Two-way Audio via SIP Protocol
• Built-in SD/SDHC Card Slot for On-board Storage
• Mounting Bracket with Cable Management for Protected Installation
  Specifications

Indoor cameras include box and dome type cameras for many applicaitions

Fixed Outdoor Cameras

JVC IP Cameras

As an exanple the VN-C20UL Includes Auto-Iris 3.5-8mm lens for outdoor use (requires enclosure to use outdoors)

The JVC VN-C20U is also good for indoor applications. You must select the optional lens required. )

IPX-DDK-1000L8
Pricing is less than $300
(with 3.5 - 8mm auto-iris lens)

If you are looking for an economical camera for home or small business, this is a good choice. The DDK-1000 is rated as an indoor/outdoor camera, but is probably better for indoor applications because it only has a 1 lux low light sensitivity. This is an ultra-compact dual-codec network camera with a Sony Wfine progressive ¼” CCD image sensor. More

 

This new manufacturer provides excellent cameras with performance that compares favorably with the Sony cameras. Provides excellent cost - performance.

IPX-DDK-1700L8

2 mega-pixel IP Camera

It's a day/night camera, with the excellent low light sensitivity and compares favorably with the Sony mega-pixel cameras. It can be used outdoors with an environmental enclosure. More

IPX-DDK-1700D

 

Brickcom has a selection of cube, dome, bullet and other cameras. Besides the standard models that include PoE power, there are models that include wireless and 3G SIM card options.

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This new manufacturer provides excellent megapixel cameras with performance that compares favorably with IP camera from major manufacturers.

Brickcom specializes in megapixel IP cameras. There are a number of different cameras in this family and they all include free NVR software.

CBC Ganz has just introduced their new PixelPro line of IP cameras that use the same remote zoom focus lens that's used by Axis.

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CBC Ganz has been around for many years. They are known for their excellent Computar lenses.

The megapixel dome cameras also use the same P-iris lens that improves the quality of th evideo in all lighting situations as well as improving the depth of field.

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