Home Security Camera Review: Part 2

A little while ago, we did a home security camera review focused on outdoor security cameras. Now, I'm going to review infrared home security cameras intended for indoor use. We will examine:

1. Cost
2. Lux/Light Sensitivity: amount of light necessary to record a viewable image
3. Resolution: how much quality the image will have
4. Infrared LEDs: light emitting diodes on the camera that allow camera to record in the dark (infrared)

Just a reminder that clicking on any of the links will take you to more information on that particular camera.

200ft IR Distance S

uper LED 1/3 Sony Super HAD 420TVL
Cost: $163.50Lux: 0.8
Resolution: 420 lines
LEDs: 35
Review: This is a nice camera. The resolution is good, and its not 

too expensive. The lux is not great, but that doesn't matter at night, since it has 35 LEDs, allowing for nighttime recording. This is an excellent choice for an infrared home security camera.





IR 36LED Vari-Focal 4~9mm 1/3 Sony Super HAD CCD 420TVL 0.1LUX
Cost: $193.50Lux: 0.1
Resolution: 420 lines
LEDs: 36
Review: This camera is slightly more expensive, but it has an excellent lux, great resolution and 36 LEDs. It also has a vari-focal lens between 4-9mm.

Hi Res IR Color Vandal Proof Camera 420 TVL 1/3" Sony Super HAD CCD with 6mm Lens

Cost: $99.40Lux: 0
Resolution: 420 lines
LEDs: 23

Review: This is a great price for a great camera. It costs less than one 

hundred dollars. It has the lowest possible lux. The resolution is very good. Now, it only has 23 LEDs, but that is more than enough to make unlighted viewing possible.  Also, its vandal proof, which is a nice bonus.

Hi Res IR Color Vandal Proof Camera 420/48

0 TVL Sony Super HAD CCD with 4-9mm Lens

Cost: $161.90

Lux: 1.0

Resolution: 420 lines

LEDs: 36

Review:  This camera has high resolution and enough LEDs to make unlighted viewing easy.  Its vandal proof, which adds an extra layer of protection to your system.  The cost is higher than the other cameras, but its worth it for what you get.  As a side benefit, you can also get this camera with 480 lines of resolution for an additional fifty dollars.

As I stated in part one of this post, home security cameras should be an integral part of any home security system.  They are cost effective and add an important layer to your home security system.  For more information on home security cameras, click on any of the links above, or visit www.safemart.com.