Even if the number of burglaries in Germany is currently decreasing, the purchase of a surveillance camera can be useful. Especially if you are not at home for a longer period of time, a surveillance camera can provide additional security. With such a camera you can document possible incidents and hand over the recordings to the police. However, the surveillance camera should have certain features so that you can deter potential burglars.
Therefore, we have created a checklist for you, which takes into account all important factors. In our product recommendations , you will also find concrete examples of surveillance cameras.
- Cameras with motion detection are not active all the time, but turn on by a motion detector.
- Cameras with live image function immediately transmit the image to a screen in the house or to the cell phone while recording. In addition, the image is recorded, which is helpful in clarifying the incident later.
- Some devices have a notification function that sends a message to the computer or cell phone as soon as the sensor is triggered.
- Devices with facial recognition can save certain people as authorized and then do not trigger an alarm for them.
- Surveillance cameras with night vision function provide a good image even in the dark, without the need to mount an extra light source. They use a night vision LED with invisible infrared light for this purpose.
- Some modern cameras can be controlled via app – even when you’re not even at home.
- If the surveillance camera is to be mounted outdoors, it must be weatherproof. This isn’t the case with every camera; some are designed for indoor use only.
- Surveillance cameras can be connected via cable or wifi. Connecting via wifi has the advantage of easier installation, as no cable needs to be laid. However, they are also more susceptible to interference.
- Devices without cables work on batteries. They are easy to mount, but only allow recording short sequences.
- The wider the angle of view, the larger the area that the camera “sees”. However, this also affects the recognizability of details. A very wide viewing angle(more than 60 degrees) results in an unsightly fisheye effect .
- More expensive cameras can be panned and zoomed and can therefore cover a wider angle than fixed cameras.
- Surveillance cameras come in a variety of image resolutions. A low resolution is usually sufficient but can make details such as a license plate difficult to see. A high resolution, therefore, provides more security but also makes the camera more expensive.
- If several cameras are to be installed , for example at different locations in a single-family home, it makes sense to buy a set right away. This is not only cheaper, it also guarantees that the cameras work well together.
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FAQ About Surveillance Cameras
A surveillance camera is used to monitor certain areas in the house in order to scare off potential burglars or to document certain incidents.
In a covert surveillance camera, the camera is located in a specific object. It then records everything that happens in its field of view.
A surveillance camera can be connected with a cable or via Wi-Fi. Note with the latter method, however, that a WLAN connection can also be prone to interference in bad weather conditions. However, no additional cable is needed for this. With a wired surveillance camera, the connection is usually more stable, but the cable must first be connected to the power connection. Devices without a cable have a rechargeable battery. However, this is not very powerful, which is why only small sequences can be recorded.
According to the supervisory authorities, video footage may be stored for a maximum of 72 hours.
A surveillance camera may only monitor its own property. Therefore, the surveillance camera must be placed in such a way that no other properties or neighbors can be observed more closely.
A high resolution has the advantage that you can also see details such as car license plates. This can be important if you have to report a burglary to the police. But a wide viewing angle is also useful, so that the camera can see everything comprehensively. However, you should not exceed a viewing angle of 60 degrees, otherwise you may not be able to see everything optimally.
A good surveillance camera can cost well over 200 euros. However, cheaper models can be purchased for as little as 40 euros.
Most cameras have a motion sensor. They usually only turn on when they register a suspicious movement. There are also cameras that record the movement LIVE and then send you a notification to your cell phone or computer. This way you will be informed even if you are not at home.
If you want to install the camera outside, it should be weatherproof in any case. Mostly it consists of an aluminum housing, which is usually waterproof. If you want to install the camera indoors, however, you can disregard this aspect when buying.
Many surveillance cameras have a night vision function. With infrared light and an additional LED lamp, the surveillance camera watches every single movement at night.
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