Types of Security Cameras | All Pro Security, Inc.

Security cameras can boost the security of your home by deterring crime and providing live footage. Your choice of a security camera will depend on your budget and needs. Learn about the main types of CCTV cameras available.

Dome CCTV Cameras

A dome CCTV has a dome-shaped casing where the camera sits. Although the camera has a relatively distinct design, it can still help deter crime. That is because most people won't know where the camera faces. The result is uncertainty for any would-be vandals or thieves trying to approach from specific directions.

You can use the dome-shaped CCTV camera for outdoor or indoor places. Expect the camera to have a 360-degree rotation so you can see all angles with a single camera. Common places for dome-shaped cameras include hotels, casinos, restaurants, and shops.

Bullet Camera

These CCTV cameras have a unique design that makes them visible from far away. The cameras also have a cylindrical shape that can capture footage over a wide area. This cylindrical design is also better for protecting the cameras from water, dirt, dust, and heat. As a result, bullet cameras can work in any environment and weather.

Some of the common places to install bullet cameras include industrial areas and farmlands. You can also use it to monitor properties and outdoor events.

C-Mount Camera

The C-mount CCTV camera is a variant of the bullet security camera. The main distinguishing feature is that the C-mount camera can capture adaptable views. You can also detach the various parts and mount them in a certain way to switch the monitoring distance and view.

Most C-Mount cameras have a sturdy casing that can protect the camera from weather elements. In particular, the cameras can work perfectly in a place with odd temperatures or extreme temperature fluctuations. That makes them ideal for outdoor usage. Some common industries that use C-mount CCTV cameras include the logistics, food, and manufacturing industries.

Infrared Cameras

Infrared cameras are popular in areas that require 24-hour surveillance, such as seaports, airports, and other critical infrastructure. The main benefit of infrared cameras is that they capture high-quality images regardless of the time of the day. For instance, the cameras have small LEDs around the lens to identify moving figures in pitch black. Also, the cameras can identify objects that are several meters away.

Some infrared cameras can even identify people behind visual barriers through thermal radiation.

Varifocal Cameras

The varifocal camera can zoom in and out without losing focus. This allows you to create accurate focal length adjustments by decreasing or increasing the zoom area. This camera is perfect for square rooms where you want to focus on a specific item.

Wireless CCTV Cameras

Wireless CCTV cameras don't have any cables between the camera and the viewing device. The cameras are a convenient option for people who want a quick installation. These cameras don't need piping or drilling but will instead use secure internet connections to transmit the footage. You can also choose a wireless CCTV if you want to monitor a remote area where it is difficult to use cables.

Pan-Tilt Camera

The pan-tilt camera is also called the zoom camera and gives homeowners and businesses full control over the recorded footage. You can remotely tilt the position and angle of the camera through a button. You can also zoom in and out on an object or to get the larger picture. The cameras are perfect for security personnel coordinating with security guards on the field.

The effectiveness and durability of your security camera depend on where you buy it from. All Pro Security, Inc., sells, installs, and services residential and commercial security systems like CCTV systems, access control, intercom systems, and fire alarm systems. Contact us today to enhance the security of your property.