The short answer is the higher the resolution, the better. If you have a 2MP (1080p) camera, zooming in will not reveal any extra detail. Hence if you want to zoom in on faces and number plates while preserving the quality of the footage, having a higher-resolution camera is a must. We compare 720p vs. … Read more
A while back, I had dropped my wallet in front of my car at a gas station, only to have someone pick it up and steal it. I had to go through a bit of a process to get a hold of the gas station’s security camera footage, so I have some experience with this … Read more
What is the ideal frame rate for a security camera? Frames per second that are recorded by security cameras are measured in FPS. Let’s assume your camera records at 30 frames per second. In this case, a second of video could have 30 frames. The higher-frame-rate the video, the more fluid the motion you see. … Read more
Solar security cameras are a perfect addition to any surveillance system. You’ll never have to worry about dead batteries or wiring. But do they work? The simple answer is yes, solar-powered security cameras are not a fad, and they work great when used outdoors. The one instance in which they do not work is when … Read more
The cause of most video quality issues is a dirty camera lens. Cleaning your cameras is essential for maintaining the clarity of your image and video output. When cleaning your CCTV lens, be careful not to scratch the unique coating that prevents light reflection. Cleaning lenses with the proper tools and methods is critical. Let’s … Read more
The idea behind wireless jamming is that a device transmits data via a specific frequency when it is wireless. The first frequency must be disrupted or jammed by sending out a stronger signal than the first to block it so that it cannot be received. To jam the first signal properly, the second must be … Read more
When looking at do-it-yourself projects, this one should not be too difficult for the majority of people to do in their homes. Whether you are trying to be a little frugal or a DIYer, I am going to go through and help you create a security camera housing using some of the techniques that I … Read more
When I help clients with security installations, one of the most common issues they have is hooking up their security camera to a TV (traditionally, it was a VCR). While these may be outdated, some people still choose to use these and hopefully upgrade to a DVR or NVR later; regardless, here, we’ll cover it … Read more
A fuzzy security camera image is a common problem with many systems. This can be caused by several factors, including the type of camera used, the quality of the camera lens, and even external factors such as Infrared (IR) glare. In this post, I will cover some of the most common causes and how to … Read more
If you like to skip the camera installers and do everything by yourself, you have come to the right place. This how-to guide will discuss security camera installation through the soffit (decorative vertical trim placed over the roof’s edge). The wiring part is usually the trickiest step of the installation, but don’t worry; I will … Read more
Recent studies have shown that up to 80% of burglaries use the backyard as the first access point. As a security installer, I have seen this happen again and again. Without securing your backyard, you’re inviting a whole subset of issues, from wild animals to robberies. Today, I will bring you some tips and ideas … Read more
When you need to hide a camera indoors, you can choose many methods. Here are nine creative ways to hide a security camera indoors so that it is well hidden yet also effective in covering a wide section of the room. 1. Using a Pot You could place a small camera in a potted plant … Read more
Sometimes we have a nosy neighbor that won’t listen to reason and records us on our property no matter what we do. No one wants to be walking out in their backyard in their bathrobe and be afraid that someone is recording. Below I will go through the top methods to block a neighbor’s security … Read more
As a security camera installer, a common question I get from people is about saving money on mounting security cameras while still being able to visualize a certain space. For example, if you are trying to keep an I on a football field but there is no easy place to mount the camera creating a … Read more
If you are a do-it-yourselfer, I will teach you how to make a security camera for your home. Doing this will take more time than paying someone to install a security system, but if you do it correctly, you can have high-quality protection and save a ton of money. Below I will go through making … Read more
Security cameras can record countless amounts of footage. Still, it all depends on the equipment they use, so we will try to be as general as possible with our answer and give you some certain scenarios. In general, when discussing how long security cameras keep footage: the amount of time surveillance footage is kept depends … Read more
