Use of surveillance cameras for inside and outside: the costs

  • 10 Apr 2018

With surveillance cameras or security cameras you monitor your and other people's property. There is a big difference between indoor and outdoor surveillance cameras. This is also reflected in the price tag. What does an average security camera or camera set cost?

Costs of a security camera for indoors

The indoor security camera has a non-watertight housing. However, the operation of the camera is the same as the outdoor camera. Because less stringent requirements are placed on the housing, the indoor camera is a lot cheaper.

The cheapest indoor security camera is available from € 99. This is a WiFi IP camera with SD card slot. This camera has a simple installation and creates its own WiFi network. Via the special app for Android or IOS it is possible to connect directly to the camera.

Those looking for a professional security camera will end up with a box camera set with window attachment. This security camera consists of a bracket with suction cup, excellent zoom lens and an SD card recorder. With its low light sensitivity, it is possible to take pictures even in the dark. This is the ideal security camera against vandalism and burglary. A box camera set with window mounting is available for € 499.

Security camera set with two to four cameras

Larger homes and businesses need a camera set with multiple cameras. A set with recorder is available for € 600 to € 999. Cameras with night vision are more expensive than regular cameras. Preferably choose security cameras where it is possible to watch live via the smartphone.

Price surveillance cameras for outside

The price for outdoor cameras is higher, this has to do with waterproof housing. Outdoor cameras are suitable for indoors and outdoors, but also for wet areas such as the garage or basement. There is also a wide choice of different models for outdoor cameras.

Wired cameras are ideal for placing against external walls. Mains power must always be present. The complete set with recorder is available from € 499 with two cameras to € 4599 for a set with no fewer than sixteen cameras. This latter bullet camera set has a recording quality that is better than Full HD: always sharp image.

It is not possible to use cabling in every situation, so there are outdoor cameras that work wirelessly. Special surveillance cameras for outside, wireless and with a camera plus recorder: available from € 249. The better sets are equipped with 128 gigabytes of SD card support, motion detection and live viewing.

What does a security camera set for outside with multiple cameras cost? The prices range from € 649 (two cameras and a recorder) to € 1359 (four cameras with 60 meters night vision and a recorder). Some sets are cabled and offer the option of a wireless connection.

Don't be fooled by very low prices and choose the right solution. After all, a security camera for inside or outside is an important investment in your safety.

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