Keeping one’s family, home, business and assets safe & secure is a paramount concern for any individual across the globe in recent times. A perfect resolution of this concern is to turn towards our technology. Outdoor security camera systems are the best precautionary remedy available in the markets. The security camera sector has seen a great surge of progress, demand and technological advancements. Several manufacturers are making great inroads in providing amazing products with a wide range of features at an affordable price range.

The earliest form of security systems depended on sensors to capture any intrusive activities. These were our old door sensors, motion sensors, etc. which once triggered would raise an alarm. The vulnerability of this technology was there were no cameras involved meaning, even if triggered you may have no proof against the perpetrators unless they are caught red-handed. Surveillance camera systems have acted as deterrents since their arrival. Their mere presence at times deters most perpetrators form putting their plans into actions. In cases, even if they do they can and will get captured on camera.

The initial security camera systems were the Analog DVR systems which needed a DVR system to record. Simply put a series of cameras which are connected to a monitor and a recording system. The next development in surveillance cameras was the NVR (network-based DVR) System which worked similarly but was less expensive and easy to maintain. The latest technology which is the most popular among consumers is the IP Camera system. The IP Camera is a digital video camera device which sends and received the data (captured footages) through a computer network.

Manufacturers have introduced several modern features to their home surveillance camera systems. In recent times, security cameras are equipped with features such as:

• High-Resolution Features

Security cameras offer very high resolution, HD quality video recording.

• Night Vision Features

Night Vision cameras can capture images even in the lowest of lights. Security camera with night vision can help secure homes, business even during nights.

• FTP / SMTP Features

These are IP based cameras which uploaded recorder footages to a server.

• Wireless Security Features

The wireless surveillance cameras are a very popular form of digital cameras as they can be accessed over the internet while they also send their recorded footage to a configured device.

• Thermal Security Features

These cameras capture and record footages based on heat tracking.

• Dark Fighter technology Features

The Dark Fighter cameras record colored images without the need for any extra source of light.

• Camera systems for professional spaces

The ANPR and LPR cameras are designed specifically for professional needs. ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) and LPR (License Plate Cameras) are devices are useful for hotels, toll booths, car parking, etc.

Surveillance cameras are now specifically designed for indoor and outdoor purposes. They come in various sizes, shapes, and styles. Apart from the fact that most outdoor cameras are built using IP66 Weatherproof materials, there is not much to the difference between indoor and outdoor camera products. Simply meaning, you can install an outdoor camera indoors but not an indoor camera outdoors.

The styles and design-based cameras are in plentiful in recent times. Let’s have a look into a few:

• Box Camera

The camera gets its name due to its design. It can be used both indoors and outdoors.

• Dome Camera

Another camera which gets its name from its design and can be installed both indoors and outdoors.

• Bullet Camera

The camera design resembles the shape of a bullet. It can be used for both indoor and outdoor purposes.

• Video Doorbell Camera

A relatively new product in the market. A video doorbell, when synced with a smartphone device, allows you to view the person standing on your door. Soliom has introduced the world’s first solar-powered video doorbell with features like two-way talk, night vision, motion detection, and local storage.

• PTZ Camera

The PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) cameras allow you to control and maintain a larger area with its distinct features. It can be controlled remotely by an operator or through software.

With the above information, it will be much clearer about the outdoor security camera, so when are you buying for your home?