_charlie_ 0 Posted May 30, 2012 Hi guys, I'm new to cctv but trying to learn. Basically im trying to choose between cameras for some indoor work, im using a reasonably cheap mpeg4 dvr and either 380 tvl cmos camera or 420 tvl ccd camera. Honestly im not too interested in video quality or if there is a "flow", im more interested in individual picture quality. In a well lit indoor environment, no fast moving objects etc, would there be much difference between the cameras?? the ccd's are double the price and im on a budget. Thanks for your advice guys. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Soundy 1 Posted May 30, 2012 Where does one even FIND 380TVL CMOS cameras anymore??? It would be helpful to know just what the budget is... you're concerned with individual image quality rather than framerate, but that's all controlled at the DVR - image quality starts at the camera. If you don't have a good camera to produce the best picture possible right from the get-go, there's no way you'll end up with good results downstream. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shockwave199 0 Posted May 30, 2012 Try a gadspot GS752ET. Those are fifty bucks- cheap. Good luck. Think about upgrading your dvr too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HDSecurityStore 0 Posted June 13, 2012 ccd is slightly better. we sell 420 tvl cmos and 420 tvl sony ccd. Most installers cant tell the different unless its side by side. Also check if its a 1/4 image sensor or 1/3. 1/3 is always better because most lenses are made for 1/3. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
