TriTech Blog IP Security Camera Basics

There are many types of IP surveillance cameras, making you wonder what the best option is. Do you need a PTZ camera or would a fixed camera with zoom and a wide-lens be sufficient? These camera basics from TriTech will go over the different options on the market today and how they are used. Types of IP Security Cameras There are four general types of IP cameras: Fixed (the standard): With a fixed IP camera, the viewing direction is set and can only be changed manually. An unconcealed presence, a fixed surveillance camera is for businesses that want people to know it's there - such as retail or financial. Fixed Dome (the covered): With a fixed dome surveillance camera, the set position is more difficult to see overtly by design and many allow digital PTZ. It has a masked appearance and is for businesses that want people to be unaffected by it - such as hospitality and healthcare. PTZ (the movement): Pan, tilt, zoom. The range of visibility with a PTZ security camera is much more extensive including 360° pan, 220° tilt, and 30× zoom. With numberless visual capability, a PTZ IP camera is for businesses seeking direct control, monitoring...