Different Types of CCTV Security Cameras

The good news today is that there are many different options of CCTV cameras for home security systems. The hard part is simply finding out which ones are right for you and your needs. Therefore you need to have a solid understanding about your choices and what's available for you and your home, so you can protect yourself, your family, your possessions and your property as much as possible.

The first and most basic option available to you is the standard body camera. This is what you would commonly recognize as being a security camera, with the long, rectangular body. These can be fixed at a single place, or they can be equipped to scan and move around from side to side. They are all purpose, can be used in a variety of ways and can be equipped with many technologies.

Another type to be familiar with is the dome camera. This is what you'd probably recognize from the ceiling of a casino that you've been in. These are really great and versatile, and offer a wide range of advantages.

For one thing they give you a complete 360 degrees vantage point. You'll be able to scan an entire area, leaving no spot untouched and no stone unturned. Another advantage is that people will never know exactly where the camera is looking, so it's harder to avoid. Plus, many won't even recognize it as being camera and may think it's a light or some kind of other detector instead.

Bullet cameras are very small security cameras, often just a few inches in length. They have a cylindrical body and with their small size they can be easily concealed. This is great for watching people when you don't want to be so obvious that you're watching them. They are also a very cost effective piece to home security systems.

Finally, you'll also have the PTZ cameras, which is short for Pan, Tilt, Zoom. As you can imagine, these are very powerful and versatile cameras for any top of the line home security systems. With these you will be able to cover a huge range of angles and vantage points and you can get as much detail as you need. They can be controlled manually to help you spot something that you see, or they can be set to scan the area, panning about.

Of course, there's more information that you'll need to consider beyond what type of camera to select. You'll have to consider factors such as price range, zoom and image quality, color, black and white or infrared footage and so forth. But the starting point is first understanding these different types of CCTV cameras.

As you can see there are a variety of different choices at your disposal for home security systems. From the basic fixed security camera, to dome cameras, bullet and PTZ cameras and more, you can find the perfect solution for your own home. Making an investment with CCTV cameras and home security systems will provide you with great peace of mind and the utmost in protection and security.