tomcat48nov 0 Posted June 8, 2017 Why do video cameras make image look twice as far away, and can I get cameras that give real image distance images. Ok that is actually two questions. Thanks for assistance. Setting up system for senior that needs closer image of driveway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the toss 0 Posted June 9, 2017 It all comes down to the lens you use and of course the screen size you view it on. Most packaged cctv systems will use a wide angle (2.4 - 3.5mm) lens. This will give a wide picture but specifics within the picture are small. Going to something like a 12mm lens will bring everything up closer but the picture wil not have as broad coverage. If your looking at something like a driveway then try getting something like a 5 - 25 mm varifocal lens Share this post Link to post Share on other sites