Types of Security Cameras

Understanding the types of security cameras available, and the features that each offer, will allow you to make an informed decision about what best meets the security needs of your organization.

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  • Dome Camera

    What are the pros and cons of dome security cameras? Discover the benefits, limitations, and different types of dome cameras used in video surveillance.
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  • Bullet Camera

    What are the pros and cons of bullet security cameras? Discover the benefits, limitations, and different types of bullet cameras used in video surveillance.
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  • Fisheye Camera

    Get a free 30 day Fisheye Camera Trial! What are the pros and cons of fisheye security cameras? Discover the benefits, limitations, and different types of fisheye cameras used in video surveillance.
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  • Internet Protocol (IP) Camera

    What are the pros and cons of IP cameras? Internet Protocol (IP) cameras connect to a network through WiFi or a Power over Ethernet (PoE) cable. See what makes them a popular solution for both residential and enterprise video surveillance.
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  • 4K Camera

    With 2160p ultra-high-definition (UHD) image resolution, 4K surveillance systems record footage using 8 megapixels (8MP) image sensors. Learn what specs and features to look for in a 4K security camera.
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  • PTZ Camera

    Pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras come with a remote camera controller and/or motion-based auto tracking capabilities. Here are the pros and cons to be aware of for indoor and outdoor surveillance.
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  • WiFi Camera

    WiFi security cameras today are equipped with advanced features and come in a variety of forms, including dome and bullet. Wireless WiFi security camera systems can operate apart from a wired network, so you can have all the power of high-end video security—including 4K resolution, high-performance sensors, advanced zoom, motion detection—even for applications like construction sites, events, parking lots, or temporary facilities that are out of reach from ethernet cables.
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  • License Plate Recognition: Guide to LPR, ALPR, and ANPR Cameras

    Also known as Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) Automated License Plate Readers (ALPR), cameras with License Plate Recognition (LPR) technology help capture license plate numbers automatically to help with identification, law enforcement, gate/garage access control, and other security/analytics use cases.
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  • How to Clean a Dome Security Camera

    Learn how to effectively clean your dome security camera with our step-by-step guide. Ensure clear and reliable surveillance footage with these easy-to-follow cleaning tips.
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  • Varifocal vs Fixed Lenses

    The key distinction between fixed and varifocal lenses lies in their ability to modify the focal length, enabling optical zoom adjustments and dynamic alterations to the field of view.
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  • Focal Length

    Learn how focal length works, fixed vs. variable focal lengths, field of view, and how it impacts image detail and coverage in effective security cameras and surveillance.
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  • Setup IP Cameras Using Existing Coax Cables

    Learn to set up IP cameras using existing coax cables. Enhance your security system and maximize compatibility, performance, and cost effectiveness.
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  • Wide Dynamic Range

    WDR improves image clarity in high-contrast lighting conditions. Learn about true WDR and digital WDR, their benefits, and when to use them for optimal video security.
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  • Optical Zoom vs Digital Zoom

    Learn how optical zoom enhances surveillance with high resolution, while digital zoom offers convenience, and key differences between the two.
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