Outside security cameras

[dorberman]

I am thinking of having security cameras fitted on the outside of my semi detatched house.

Can anyone recommend what type/cost etc to fit/use or if anyone knows of an installer?

[alarmingmark]

Don't go for standard analog cameras go for TVI or IP cameras 2mp and above avoid Swann , been fitting Hikvision TVI cameras for last two years and had no issues. Hope this helps

[WalkleyIan]

I use a number of IP cams. IP cams basically link up to your home broadband router and can be wired or WiFi.

 

I use Axis on the car and watching the church roof next door for lead thieves and internally watching doors and windows. Admittedly they are quite expensive models and I could now buy cheaper and better but Ive had them for about 10 years.

 

I have a cheap dlink camera to keep an eye on the dog.

 

I use Panasonic camera manager to store and retrieve footage but I really could just knock up my own storage using an old PC as a server.

 

Everything is accessible via my mobile as well.

 

I did find out is that security lights can play havoc with the image after dark when we were trying to identify a couple of intruders on next doors shed.

 

If I was a professional installer rather than a home tinkerer I would have realised that and placed the camera in a different spot.

 

My next upgrade would be power over Ethernet so that I only have to run a single wire when I upgrade the outside cameras.

 

This site will give you an idea of what is it out there

http://www.networkwebcams.co.uk/

 

Then there are various rules about signage you have to put up, particularly if your cameras can view see the public road /pavement

[hotrock]

I have had a Swann system for at least 4 or 5 years now, and have had no issues at all.

I have at least 6 friends who have also used Swann, with only 1 having an issue with a failed Hard Drive, which was replaced with minimum fuss.

For around £250 to £350, they can be very economical to the average household, they are also very easy to fit and run.