Security cameras have truly come a long way. From it’s presumed beginnings in WW2 monitoring rockets, to today’s super-clear wireless cameras that can track movement, there is some serious tech that has improved for these silent guardians.
And all this tech makes for great solutions for different kinds of properties. Where before we’ve all had to settle with bulky DVRs we’ve had to fit in our limited spaces, we can have small cameras that can fit in the palm of our hands that record for hours and hours.
If you thought that security cameras are always supposed to be bulky, hard to install and is bothersome to review footage off but you’d really like to secure your home or your property with it, then read on- the new tech in security cameras might surprise you pleasantly.
Portability
While CCTV cameras are very effective in securing homes and keeping an eye on your property and belongings, they can be quite hard to move around. This is why if you’re getting one, it’s recommended that you get in touch with a licensed installer to help set it up.
This isn’t the case for IP cameras, though.
IP stands for “Internet Protocol”, which means that they can transmit their feed over the internet, and can be controlled via IoT (Internet of Things). Of course, being standalone cameras themselves, you can still add in a physical storage option, which comes in the form of SD cards.
We weren't kidding about portability- some our models don't even have wires!
Some have internal batteries, which truly make them a pickup and record kind of security camera.
This portability and flexibility in location makes the IP camera perfect for mid-sized to small properties. Should you need to have them mounted, it doesn’t take much work as you’ll only have to worry about the mount, instead of having to fiddle around with cables and power supply.
If this portability interests you, then the IP camera is totally for you.
Our recommendations: If you’re liking the portability factor, pick out a few spots outdoors and see which areas you truly need surveillance on. Install mounts using a drill and you should be good to go!
For outdoor situations, you can simply pick up the security camera and leave it somewhere turned on; just make sure that you’re putting it somewhere at a good height to make the most of it and cover as much ground as you can!
Compact design
With such compact design on most IP security cameras, they won’t take up space and they won’t even mess up the interior design of your home. The ones we have here at Elinz are sleek, stylish, non-descript and look nothing like the CCTV security cameras of old times.
With such a compact design, it’ll be like nothing’s there- mount it on the wall or place it on a tall bookshelf, and it will still gel well with your home’s interior. Most of our security cameras here at Elinz are of two colors (mostly white, with some models that are in black), which make it easy to match with your home’s paint job.
But if you’re still looking for a more compact design to keep your home secure, look no further than our mini security camera, with its small, unassuming and lithe frame perfect for those that don’t want the look of traditional security cameras and for those with minimal space on their property’s interior:
So much tech is packed into such a tiny frame that you’d be missing out on so much if you don’t get one for yourself, even if you have a security camera at home or not.
No loss of features
CCTVs are indeed powerful cameras that can capture lots of video and process that raw video into watchable video no matter the condition; IP cameras are no exception.
If you get an IP camera from here at Elinz, you’ll have tons of features to back up your purchase, such as:
IoT control. Viewing the feed is possible via a mobile device just in case you’re not at home and you’d like to see what your camera is seeing at home; making it great for working parents that would like to check on their children.
Internet Protocol features. Once physical storage runs out, the IP security camera can choose to offload the storage into internet-based cloud storage, which can then be reviewed later by the owner of the camera.
Motion tracking. Some of our models are able to track motion, as soon as it comes within range and field of vision of the security camera.
Capturing even at low light. With IR leds and internal image processing, IP cameras can capture even in the dark and is reliable even at low light conditions.
Motion sensing. Since storage space is limited on such a mobile security camera platform, a motion sensing feature is great to have. It can be set to record only when motion is detected in its proximity.
If you’re thinking of getting a security camera soon, consider getting an IP camera for your home or your business via this link here.
