chr1z 0 Posted August 24, 2008 I'm wanting an 8-camera setup... Thinking of doing several cameras with these specs (keep in mind I'm on a fairly low budget): 420 lines high resolution Sony CCD image sensors Durable anodized aluminum housing with sun shield Anti-burst color day and night camera Long range IR LEDs - 20 IR L.E.D. infrared/60 ft. range 20 Infrared LEDs illuminate even in the darkest areas 0.0 Lux with IR Weatherproof housing Adjustable bracket for wall or ceiling mounting 3.6 mm lens for a large coverage Excellent for outdoor use (-10~50 C) Advanced Digital Signal Processor(DSP) for image control Built-in Image Enhancer for ultra clear picture Rain and fog resistant glass coating protects against extreme weather Sharp clear image with true clear night vision 48 inch power/video cable Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) Technology Auto Gain Control DC 12V power rating Load Impedance - 75 Ohms Requires Connector BNC for installation One year warranty Free lifetime technical support Camera can be seen on [mod edit, removed name of site and .com - no links to stores] under Security Cameras > IR Day/Night. It's the top one (CL-34S) -- Sorry... I can't post links yet... Anyhow.. will it be decent or terrible? I just want to be able to make out someone once they get within 10ft or so of my house. Thanks... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zmxtech 0 Posted August 24, 2008 You would not use 8 of the same cameras you need to tailor each camera for the situation I only use Sony super HAD and EX-view for consistent results for example -front door -IR-cam wide angle [low amount of IR needed] say 4mm lens -driveway medium angle more IR needed 8mm lens -rear yard wide angle 'IR illuminator' and criss-crossed daynight cams -shed small IR cam wide angle -footpath and street >IR blaster 60 foot range and 50mm lens for close ups and Number plates If you treat area area separately you wont be buying cameras again Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chr1z 0 Posted August 24, 2008 Thanks... what about DVRs... Is 720x240 sufficient at 30fps per camera or do I need to go with 720x480? Is there anything I can look at to actually see the difference in the two? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chr1z 0 Posted August 24, 2008 Are there any 8-channel dvr's to be had for $1000.00 or less that are any good? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zmxtech 0 Posted August 24, 2008 Sorry cant help you there, I use the geovision gear Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
