Dahua vs. Hikvision: How to Make a Good Choice?

IP cameras appeared as an innovation in the security business, offering excellent features to clients who need high-resolution footage for lower prices.

Although initially these type of CCTV cameras were of low-range, with fixed lenses and very limited options, companies like Dahua and Hikvision launched CCTV camera models with the features of high-range products, such as remote focus, powerful zooming and high-quality audio, all of it for prices that were below the usual range.

Hikvision appeared in the surveillance market in 2001 and its success soon followed, becoming the leader of security technologies.

On the other hand, Dahua Technology, also founded in 2001, holds the second largest market share.

Both companies have dedicated their work to satisfy the requirements of those clients who look for quality solutions for the lowest price possible, that is, the most cost-effective options of the market.

Today, Dahua and Hikvision are practically must-be choices when it comes to a list of surveillance equipment providers. By offering similar products, these two companies frequently are hard to differentiate, so that is necessary to talk about the small but existing differences between them in order to help consumers make an informed purchase decision.

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Understanding the main features of IP cameras

If you need to make a decision regarding which camera should you purchase, it is essential that you have a general idea of what do their features mean.

Therefore, before comparing both brands, we think it is important to explain at least the main characteristics of an IP camera.

1. The Range of Vision/Lens

This is a measure of the angle that can be covered by the IP camera. There are varifocal lenses that have a range of vision that can be lowered or increased. On the other hand, there are fixed lenses that can only offer an invariable angle.

Usually, a 2.8 mm lens opens 90-105°, making the range of vision go from wall to wall and a good quality image up to a linear distance of about 5-8 meters (focal length). The higher the number in millimeters, the narrower the angle of coverage is, but the longer the distance is covered.

Both brands of Hikvision and Dahua offer a variety of fixed and vari-focal lenses with their respective focal lengths, ranging from 2.8mm to even a few hundreds millimeters.

2. IP Camera Zoom

First of all, there are two types of zooms: digital zoom and optical zoom.

Security IP cameras with a resolution of 1080p (and higher) include a digital zoom. This feature is more efficient as the resolution goes higher, because with lower resolution cameras, the image gets pixilated when trying to zoom in for details.

The motorized vari-focal zoom function is highly useful. It allows users to adjust the coverage distance and the angle of coverage after installation. This Dahua 4MP IP Camera package includes the motorized vari-focal function.

3. Size of the Sensor in the IP Cameras

This feature has a big influence on the capability of the camera to record quality images even in low-light conditions. Generally speaking, the larger sensor in the IP camera will have a better performance in dark scenes.

With a small sensor, pixels get crammed resulting in a lot of noise and consequently, a poorly detailed image. On the other hand, larger sensor size will allow more pixels to be part of the image, reducing the noise and offering more sharpness.

Both brands of Dahua and Hikvision support a good level of minimum illumination but Dahua has an advantage in some models thanks to the superior sensors they use, which allows a better night view with Starvis® and Darkfighter® technology.

4. Bit Rate of the IP Cameras

The bit rate of a security camera describes the number of bits moving from one point to another in a network per second. Bitrate is measured in kilobits per second (Kbps) or megabits per second (Mbps).

For IP cameras, this number of bits include video and audio. For higher capacity cameras, bitrate is often measured in Mbps.

The maximum bitrate in Hikvision IP Camera can go to 12Mbps. Dahua’s maximum bitrate usually reaches 10 Mbps, although it is said that a bit rate of 10 Mbps is quite good for the usual needs.

5. Motion/Face detection

This is a desirable feature in surveillance systems. Motion detection is possible thanks to the comparison of consecutive images that the camera “understands” as the occurrence of movement in the scene under surveillance.

When IP cameras include the motion/face detection feature, there is a significant saving of storage space. Time is also saved since it makes the review of recorded images faster since it is possible to go directly to the scenes where movement occurs.

Facial detection in IP cameras is mostly used by companies, offices, buildings, houses and organizations that need to record the physical details of the people moving about. The inclusion of this feature in IP cameras can be quite helpful nowadays.

All the models from Hikvision and Dahua offer motion detection functions; while quite a large number of models from Hikvision and Dahua offer the function of face detection.

6. Simultaneous video streams

Both Dahua and Hikvision IP cameras come with the feature of "multiple video stream" which allows the output of more than one video streams at the same time. Different settings can be defined for each output regarding resolution, bitrate and other aspects.

The possibility of sending different and independent streams is a great advantage. Most of the Hikvision IP Cameras have dual streams (one main and one sub); while most Dahua IP Cameras have triple video streams (one main and two subs).

7. Missing Object Detection, Audio Detection, Scene Change Detections, etc

These are the smart functions included in most of the IP cameras of Hikvision and Dahua. They can be particularly helpful when there are such specific needs, such as you need to monitor a specific object like an expensive item in a store. If the camera detects the object is missing from the scene, it starts to record immediately and sends an alert to the system manager.

The possibility of detecting noises with your IP camera can be useful when you need the most detail about the area under surveillance. In some situations, it can be helpful to detect car alarms, objects being hit or broken, people screaming, etc. Those IP Cameras include audio detection that immediately sends an alert via email or smartphone to the security manager so that an action is taken. The camera should also be directed towards the place where the noise comes from.

Both Dahua and Hikvision have certain models that include these features.

8. Maximum Resolution

Camera resolution indicates how detailed the image will be. The higher the resolution, the better, and of course, the cost will be higher. Resolution is given by the measure of the images recorded by the camera. This measure is made in pixels (width x height) and it is also referenced as the multiplication of both numbers followed by the letters “MP”. Most of the IP camera models for both companies range between 1MP and 4K (8MP) but there are some models with even higher resolutions.

Which brand should you buy, Hikvision or Dahua?

This is a very particular decision. Since most of Dahua and Hikvision products are similar, the key is to define your specific needs and make a review of the functions each model offer in that regard.

As for the price, both brands offer very similar prices in most of their product variety, which is very competitive when compared to the rest of brands in the market. The good news is, whatever your choice is, you can be sure of purchasing high-tech equipment from one of the two leading brands of surveillance systems in the world.

Hikvision DS-2CD2143G0-IS vs Dahua IPC-HDBW1431E: IP Cameras Comparison

When it comes to video surveillance IP Camera, one simply can not stop comparing the top two brands – Hikvision and Dahua. The fun lies in analyzing the pros and cons of two different IP Camera products of the two brands in the same class. That way, you can get a clear glimpse into the minor differences that lie between the leading horses in the surveillance race. So let us don our thinking cap and compare Hikvision’s and Dahua’s newest offerings – the Hikvision IP Camera DS-2CD2143G0-IS and the Dahua IP Camera IPC-HDBW1431E respectively.

The IP Cameras, in General

Let’s try to decipher what both these IP Cameras have to offer when it comes to the main component of surveillance – the camera itself.

The image sensors of both the Hikvision IP Camera DS-2CD2143G0-IS and the Dahua IP Camera IPC-HDBW1431E are the same i.e. 1/3” 4 MP progressive CMOS, which means that you get top-notch sensors with both the products. The shutter speed range is also the same (1/3s to 1/100000s), thus allowing each camera to capture higher quality images in low light with slow shutter speed. The Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) again is the same (120 dB), rendering perfect light balance to the image.

The only visible difference between the two IP cameras lies in the intensity of minimum illumination. With the Hikvision DS-2CD2143G0-IS, you get slightly better low light benefits, given that it offers 0.01 Lux @ (F1.2, AGC ON), 0.018 Lux @ (F1.6, AGC ON), and 0 Lux with IR. The Dahua IPC-HDBW1431E isn’t far behind with its 0.08Lux/F2.0 ( Color,1/3s,30IRE), 0.3Lux/F2.0( Color,1/30s,30IRE), and 0 Lux/F2.0 with IR on.

The Lens of the IP Cameras

The major difference between the two lenses lies in the variety of focal lengths offered. Apart from the regular 2.8mm lens, the Hikvision IP Camera DS-2CD2143G0-IS offers 3 additional focal lengths – 4mm, 6mm, and 8mm; whereas theDahua IP Camera IPC-HDBW1431E only has one additional lens of 3.6mm. Thus, the Hikvision DS-2CD2143G0-IS grants better portability options if in case you decide to change the position of the camera.

The Alarm Trigger Range

Both the IP cameras trigger the alarm for motion detection, video tampering, network disconnection, IP address conflict, illegal login, and storage anomalies. The one advantage that the Dahua IP Camera IPC-HDBW1431E has over the Hikvision IP Camera DS-2CD2143G0-IS is that the Dahua IPC-HDBW1431E alarm triggers even during a change of scene. How futuristic is that!

Video Compression of the IP Cameras

The main compression specs of the two devices are the same viz. H.265/H.264H/MJPEG with smart codec support. However, the Hikvision DS-2CD2143G0-IS trumps the Dahua IPC-HDBW1431E to a greater degree with the former’s three-stream encoding. The Dahua IPC-HDBW1431E, on the other hand, offers the regular dual-stream. Thus, the Hikvision DS-2CD2143G0-IS can transmit 3 different resolutions of streams simultaneously. It also offers a slightly higher bit rate with its 16 Mbps maximum than Dahua’s 10 Mbps maximum. Thus, though you can experience lag-free streaming in both the products, the quality of the video in the Hikvision IP Camera DS-2CD2143G0-IS will be a wee bit better than the Dahua IP Camera IPC-HDBW1431E.

Audio Compression of the IP Cameras

Surprisingly, the Dahua IP Camera IPC-HDBW1431E doesn’t feature an audio chip, especially given the number of AV surveillance cameras that are in demand. The audio facility in the Hikvision IP Camera DS-2CD2143G0-IS has a sampling rate from 16 kHz to 48 kHz. It also supports the environment noise filtering component. Kindly note that this audio compression feature is available in model Hikvision DS-2CD2143G0-IS, not in Hikvision DS-2CD2143G0-I. When you order this model, do pay attention to the ending “S” in the model number.

Network Protocols

The network protocols of both the IP Cameras are more or less similar. Both offer ONVIF and ISAPI compatibility, with the Dahua IP Camera IPC-HDBW1431E being compatible with smartphones as well. The Hikvision IP Camera DS-2CD2143G0-IS makes up for it by featuring a wide array of security options like one-key reset, Anti-Flicker, heartbeat, mirror, password protection, privacy mask, Watermark, and IP address filtering.

Miscellaneous Features

The other miscellaneous features of the two IP cameras include operating conditions tagged to withstand any kind of weather, be it hot (up to 60 degree Celsius) or cold (up to -30 degree Celsius), or even a highly humid one (up to 95%). You can even attach them on the outside wall without bothering to cover them with plastic. In addition, both Hikvision IP Camera DS-2CD2143G0-IS and  Dahua IP Camera IPC-HDBW1431E offer a vandal resistance feature at the level of IK10.

So, which one to choose? Hikvision DS-2CD2143G0-IS or Dahua IPC-HDBW1431E?

With a bird’s eye view, the Hikvision IP Camera DS-2CD2143G0-IS and the Dahua IP Camera IPC-HDBW1431E are quite similar. But when you zoom in on the specifics, you will find a few good differences between the two. Thus, if you are willing to sacrifice audio and a better video quality for a robust construction and an additional trigger, then go for the Dahua IPC-HDBW1431E. If best-in-the-class transmission quality and focal length variety matters, then the Hikvision DS-2CD2143G0-IS is the surveillance cam for you. However, it’s not like the Hikvision DS-2CD2143G0-IS transmits low-quality videos and the Dahua IPC-HDBW1431E breaks with a touch! Don’t sweat and pick the one that suits your requirements best.

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Hikvision Protects Singapore's World-class Building

This is a press release published by Hikvision. The original article was at http://www.hikvision.com/en/SuccessStoryDetail_32_i1130.html (URL has been removed since Oct 2017). The client's name has been made anonymous since Oct 2017

Hikvision Protects Singapore's World-class Building

(15 April 2016) The stunning and iconic building – is a more than 20,000 square meter architecture masterpiece located in the center of Singapore. One of the busiest center in the world since its opening in 2002, the building has hosted more than 31,000 events, drawing a total of 84 million visitors as of 2016.

With its distinctive twin shells, this architectural masterpiece features world-class spaces in its two main venues – the Hall A and the Hall B; with capacities of 1,800 and 2,000 respectively. In March 2014, the Building was listed as one of the world’s 15 most beautiful building by Hamburg-based building-data company Emporis.

Today, the Building is renowned for possessing some of the best events in the world. With its innovative and refined characteristics, the world-class building suits a wide range of events. The hall regularly features world-renowned companies and guests, contributing to Singapore’s international and cultural vibrancy.

In 2014, after a decade of operation, management at the Buidling, a not-for-profit organization and registered charity – decided to update their existing CCTV surveillance system. Working with Hikvision, a new surveillance system was designed to deliver effective internal and external surveillance and perimeter protection for this prestigious arts center.

The challenge faced by HikVision

The Building’s prominent faade directly faces a number of tourists spots in Singapore. In order to preserve the aesthetics of the iconic arts building, the new IP-over-fiber surveillance system utilized carefully planned out locations for every CCTV camera.

Beyond providing effective video for general security, the new system also needed to provide 95% visual coverage of the entire site to assist with day-to-day management and visitor traffic flow as well as the implementation of required health & safety practices.

The Solution faced by HikVision

In the main hallway and inside the building, Hikvision’s 2 MP Full HD Indoor Dome Network Cameras (model number DS-2CD4124F-IZ) were installed to provide 1080P imaging; these cameras features Smart Focus motorized VF lenses, BLC, Smart audio, and intruder-detection functionality. Providing 24/7 coverage in the car park, 2 MP Full HD Outdoor Dome Network Cameras (DS-2CD4324F-IZ) were installed. Featuring built-in infrared (IR) LEDs, they can provide up to 165 feet (30m) of night-time viewing in complete darkness.

Preserving the internal aesthetics of the building’s architecture, compact and unobtrusive IR Mini Dome Network Cameras (DS-2CD2532F-IWS) were installed in the reception and counter areas. To assist with any disputes, the Hikvision Mini Domes, with their built-in microphones, were installed at the ticket counters and monitor all ticketing transactions while also observing any problems that might occur at the entry turnstiles. The surveillance footage from these dome cameras is a great asset in helping the building’s management team speed-up the flow of guest traffic by reducing queues and waiting times.

Providing an ideal surveillance solution to monitor the building’s perimeter, surrounding driveways, and walkways, Hikvision’s IP66-rated, 2 MP Network PTZ Dome Cameras (DS-2DF5286-A3) were installed, fully utilizing their 30x optical and 16x digital zoom and Smart Tracking functionality.

Powerful control faced by HikVision

In the control room, supporting live viewing, storage, playback, and control of the over 300 network IP cameras, are Hikvision’s DS-9664NI-XT-Series NVRs using one of the possible RAID configurations. In order to support the large number of PTZ speed domes, general security, and event management, the NVRs record both audio and video from each camera. Ideal for any size installation, the NVRs support hot-swappable HDDs and RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 storage.

To control Hikvision’s full range of Smart camera functions, including Smart search and playback, Smart detection, and record backup, as well as Smart applications such as people counting, heat mapping, and interactive mapping, all system equipment is managed by Hikvision’s open-platform iVMS-5200E Enterprise Video Management Software. Designed specifically for large-scale projects with multiple channel surveillance, this VMS offers video preview, video playback, and comprehensive alarm management. Fully integrated to the Hikvision array of NVRs, the iVMS-5200E also provides full control over the customization of video tags, playback by tag, and video searching; and for additional security of video footage, the locking and unlocking of any recorded files.

“We proposed the Hikvision solution based on our experience of using the company’s products on many other successful projects. We know Hikvision products are reliable and serve the needs of the customer perfectly. The end-user was delighted to work with us and Hikvision, the number one brand in video surveillance.”

With the Hikvision-powered security system now up and running, the Building’s team of dedicated professionals have a powerful security and site management surveillance tool at their fingertips, assisting their quest to offer a great experience for visitors, inspiring audiences, and cultivating the culture of Singapore.

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Network of CCTV cameras proving effective

Singapore, Mar 9, 2016

This is the article from Straits Times on Mar 9, 2016. All rights reserved by SPH. Original Source: http://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/network-of-cctv-cameras-proving-effective

"They are scaring loan sharks and litterbugs, ensuring smooth traffic and boosting safety."

Thousands of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras islandwide have helped deter loan sharks, nab litterbugs and stop illegal parking, according to government figures.

And residents generally welcome the reassurance that such surveillance provides, said Members of Parliament.

"I quite often receive requests to put cameras up. I haven't received any to take cameras down," said Holland-Bukit Timah GRC MP Liang Eng Hwa. Most of the Housing Board blocks in his area now have CCTV cameras.

This is due to the police's nationwide push to have cameras in every HDB block by the end of this year.

Since 2012, over 52,000 police cameras have been installed in 8,600 blocks, Dr Teo Ho Pin said in Parliament in January. He is coordinating chairman for the town councils run by the People's Action Party.

Ang Mo Kio GRC MP Gan Thiam Poh said: "I do notice that there are improvements, especially in the cases of loan-shark harassment that used to be quite common."

Potong Pasir MP Sitoh Yih Pin used to get loan-shark harassment cases at his Meet-the-People Sessions every month, before cameras were installed.

"Now I haven't got any for quite a while," he said.

Police figures released last month showed that blocks with cameras see fewer unlicensed moneylender harassment cases involving property damage. The number of such cases reported at 2,152 blocks with police cameras plummeted from 1,617 in 2013 - before those blocks had cameras - to just 426 last year.

Toa Payoh resident Tan Li Choo has noticed more CCTV cameras appearing, but does not consider them an invasion of privacy. "It's okay if they are for safety purposes only," said the unemployed 38-year-old.

Footage from police cameras has led to the arrests of unlicensed moneylenders in 360 cases of harassment since 2012, according to the police Annual Crime Brief 2015 released last month.

Town councils also install CCTVs of their own inside lifts. "It does help against anti-social behaviour such as littering, urination and vandalism," said an East Coast-Fengshan Town Council spokesman.

The National Environment Agency (NEA) has its own eyes too, with almost 3,000 cameras in HDB estates to catch high-rise litterbugs, Senior Minister of State for the Environment and Water Resources Amy Khor said in Parliament earlier this month. Litterbugs are successfully identified in about a third of cases caught on camera, she added.

In January last year, for instance, NEA's cameras helped nab a 38-year-old Sengkang resident who threw 34 cigarette butts out of his flat window over four days. He was fined a record $19,800.

Meanwhile, more than 300 parking enforcement cameras have been put up by the Land Transport Authority (LTA), helping to cut cases of illegal parking by as much as 90 per cent, the LTA told The Straits Times last September.

Traffic Police speed cameras also discourage reckless driving, said Mr Sitoh, who heads the Government Parliamentary Committee for Transport. "By and large, Singapore drivers are very responsible. But I think having the cameras there does help, it's a good reminder to our motorists to drive carefully," he said.

However, Associate Professor Lee Der-Horng, a transport researcher at the National University of Singapore, noted that drivers might slow down when they see a speed camera but speed up again afterwards. This is unavoidable unless actual mindsets can be changed, he said. "Before that overall awareness is there, the existence of cameras is still very much necessary."

NUS sociologist Daniel Goh noted that anti-social behaviour is usually opportunistic.

"Thus camera surveillance, if effective, tends to displace the behaviour to other locations rather than change the behaviour."

Still, cameras can be useful as one tool among others, he added. They can help create the habit of proper behaviour - which can then be reinforced with education about "communal norms of right and wrong".

"Fear of being caught by camera surveillance inculcates a habit, and if the person is educated with the norms, the camera will then subsequently remind him of the norms," he concluded.

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HikVision IP Camera – Ultimate Security Tool

There are several reasons why you would want to install IP surveillance cameras both in your home or business premises. For the business premises, a security camera will give your great information about what is happening behind the scenes in your workplace. It will also help you to better monitor how your employees are performing. It is a must to install a security camera for any kind of business. With cost effective and efficient cameras like the HikVision IP Camera now available, there is no excuse for not having a proper security system.

Theft amongst your staff members is not only the major reason for installing the HikVision IP Camera in a business environment. Actually, the general interests of your company may be compromised when you don’t take the necessary measures to setup anti-burglary equipment to forestall invasion or theft. All these reasons point to a good security camera that will help you rest easy when you are both at home and at work. HikVision is a leading company that designs innovative security solutions, and the latest HikVision IP Camera demonstrates their ability to offer a complete security solution.

Basically, the HikVision IP Camera is a type of camera that relies on the web to function. IP cameras allow for the purchase and use of several cameras that are attached to one network. These cameras can be positioned both indoors and outdoors. The HikVision IP Camera can be positioned in one corner without anyone knowing that it is there, but only the owner. In addition, IP systems are remotely controlled, and this means users can be able to view the information even when they are not at the specific business or home premises.

You cannot really compare the flexibility and innovation of HikVision IP Camera with the older analogue security cameras. Even though cost plays a big role in choosing which camera to install, this particular camera from HikVision has lots of advanced features that will make you feel safer. Furthermore, digital cameras are the future of surveillance, and your safety is not something that you can put a value on.

HikVision IP Camera uses Network Video Recorder (NVR) for recording, and the customization options are endless. You can even adjust it to record movements only. This prevents a lot of wasteful hours spent recording nothing, as is the case with analogue systems. Users of this IP camera from HikVision also gain from the high-quality images and audio to clearly point out important details.

Since HikVision IP Camera can be operated through the internet, it requires high levels of sophistication during installation and handling. This has made it the first choice for most businesses and homes. Security is an important priority, and this IP camera helps you create a comprehensive security system. Get your HikVision cameras today from SafeTrolley.com.

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What is HD-TVI CCTV Camera?

Used in the CCTV surveillance cameras, High Definition Transport Video Interface or HD-TVI for short is a technology developed by Hikvision and Techpoint, as opposed to HD-CVI which was developed around the same time period, HD-TVI is open source which has let many other manufacturers and even household DIY experts work on their own HD-TVI systems.

When compared to HD-CVI, the technologies are comparable, both in terms of price as well as features but the fact that HD-TVI is open source gives it an edge in the long run and many products of relatively low prices are available on the market.


Features and advantages of HD-TVI over other technologies

Just like any other piece of modern technology, there's competition and alternatives present and often times a consumer has to choose between several different manufacturers or models of the same equipment. So let's take a look at how HD-TVI works when compared to others on the market.

Keep in mind that HD-TVI is able to provide 720p and 1080p footage over longer transmission distances (up to 500m) with minimal interference and virtually no delay. HD-TVI also supports frame rates of up to 60 fps with 720p while 1080p videos are run at 30 fps.

HD-CVI CCTV Camera

Compared to HD-CVI, there aren't that many technical advantages in favour of HD-TVI, from working distances to image quality, both pieces of technology are able to provide virtually identical results for around the same price. They're able to provide similar frame rates for both 1080p and 720p footage which is one of the major reason that HD-CVI is able to compete with HD-TVI in the first place.

As already discussed, HD-TVI is an open source technology so low quality versions are also available from manufacturers which make use of this open source nature, causing many "budget" versions to be available on the market whereas HD-CVI is limited to being produced by certain manufacturers. This keeps the quality in check but makes the final product relatively expensive.

HD-SDI CCTV Camera

Another name which might pop up during your initial research is HD-SDI which offers a tough competition in terms of quality as it's not only able to provide a similar resolution to HD-TVI but the overall image quality is considered to be better as well.

However when it comes to cost and maintenance, a lot more money needs to be spent on additional equipment and the HD-TVI overcomes the SDI's better image quality in terms of cost efficiency and reliability.

Analog CCTV Camera

Analog cameras don't stand a chance in terms of footage quality, both on-spot or when transmitted over long distances but they too have their own advantages. They're mostly used when the storage capacity or bandwidth is limited, so you might need to invest in a reliable option for your specific conditions.

IP Camera

IP Cameras on the other hand specialize in online surveillance and most footage is transferred over the internet as opposed to a local wired or wireless connection. IP Cameras can be set up to use private or hybrid networks for maximum security against cyber criminals.

When it comes to quality, as long as your network is able to provide the required bandwidth, IP Cameras will remain unmatched in terms of raw image quality. As opposed to HD-TVI, IP Camera offers image compression to make up for slower networks.

Naturally, there will be a small delay over long distances due to latency but there's nothing that can be done about it as we're limited by the laws of nature and you should still be receiving all of the footage with next to no losses in quality.

Conclusions

At the end of the day, HD-TVI CCTV Cameras are able to provide you with the good surveillance possible, given that you're able to keep up with their storage and bandwidth requirements, apart from HD-CVI, none of the traditional technologies stand a chance when it comes to pure cost efficiency and image quality.

But when it comes to surveillance over a spread-out network or the internet, IP Cameras are the sole contenders as their ability to transfer high quality compressed footage over any kind of a network is phenomenal and finding a better, more reliable alternative for the time being is out of the question.

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Comparison between IP Camera and HD-TVI CCTV Camera

Just like many other technologies, when it comes to surveillance CCTV Cameras and remote monitoring with the help of cameras, there are industry-wide standards and preferences as well as a few competing brands aiming for market dominance.

So far, there's a few different kinds of cameras but only two are worth mentioning at the moment, IP Cameras and HD-TVI Cameras, even though other cameras are able to perform their task as advertised, any new buyer is only going to look towards these two.

This is because storage capacity is no longer an issue due to the reduction in prices of storage devices in general, higher quality is preferable and companies are making the switch over to HD surveillance.

IP Cameras and HD-TVI Cameras

The industry as a whole is making the switch to IP Cameras for several reasons, they're the latest and the most advanced when it comes to remote monitoring whereas HD-TVI Cameras on the other hand require quite a lot of time and hard work before they're up and running.

So let's take a look at some of the interesting contrasts between these two.

Local setup

When it comes to setting up these cameras and get them working, the contrast between both IP Cameras and HD-TVI Cameras shows up. All that IP Cameras require to fully function is that your NVR and camera be on the same network, letting them communicate with each other.

On the other hand, HD-TVI cameras require extensive electrical work along with the necessity of connecting your cameras to the DVR directly. Making remote monitoring relatively harder to set up.

Power requirements

In order to supply power to HD-TVI cameras, you'll have to use separate electrical wires whereas IP cameras don't need any additional wiring, a single cable connecting the IP Camera to the NVR (Network Video Recorder)is able to supply the power as well as transmit the footage from the camera.

For IP Camera, this same cable is also able to carry audio channels in both directions if required.

Backwards compatibility

Both HD-TVI Cameras and standard analog cameras use a DVR (Digital Video Recorder) for recording purposes with the major difference showing in terms of footage quality, this makes it possible to use analog cameras with a DVR built for HD-TVI Cameras, of course the quality will still be limited to what the camera is capable of capturing.

Similarly, analog CCTV Camera DVRs are also capable of recording through HD-TVI Cameras, limiting the quality to the DVR's capabilities. This lets businesses upgrade to HD-TVI wherever necessary, gradually, instead of having to replace everything at the same time, saving resources to be spent on more important tasks.

Image Quality

At the end of the day, IP Cameras are able to provide you with the highest quality in terms of surveillance while also giving you the ability to compress the captured footage so it can be stored or transferred over a network connection with ease.

HD-TVI Cameras still offer you a much better quality compared to Analog (720p, 1080p of HD-TVI vs. 960H of Analog), making them an affordable upgrade for businesses that are still running analog cameras.

Remote access

Both IP Cameras and HD-TVI Cameras are capable of working remotely in a similar fashion. The only difference between these in terms of remote access is that IP Cameras can be directly connected to the internet for remote access.

Another method of transmitting footage to a remote location is by first connecting an IP Camera to the NVR, which then connects to the remote location through the internet.

HD-TVI Cameras on the other hand can't be directly connected to the internet and need to first communicate with the DVR and then the DVR itself is connects to the internet.

Analytic software and other benefits

Most analytic software such as speed cameras that capture license plates, facial recognition software or cameras that gather traffic data rely on IP Cameras.

Another benefit of using IP Cameras involves the fact these cameras can be accessed from anywhere across the world, provided that you have the permission and credentials to do so. This also lets you access the pan, tilt and zoom controls, which most IP Cameras have.

This also leads to a possible disadvantages, where if you're using the internet (or any public network), your video feed has the possibility of being tapped into, reducing privacy and security. However, switching to a private network or an encrypted VPN solves this as well.

Conclusions on IP Camera and HD-TVI CCTV Camera

At the end of the day, IP Cameras are definitely the best on the market and HD-TVI is a close second when it comes to image quality.

In terms of cost however, IP Cameras are more expensive in the short run but as they require relatively low maintenance, the only reason not to choose them is if you're short on budget and would rather upgrade from Standard Analog on a step-by-step basis, making use of HD-TVI's backwards compatibility feature.

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IP Camera vs Analog CCTV Camera

In the present age, if one wants to secure the premises, then he can not think of a business or a household without a security CCTV camera system. Along with the development of security systems, the crime rate and the type of crime has also evolved to such an extent that one requires a latest and efficient security system. The analog CCTV camera system’s history dates back to almost 50 years. A simple analog CCTV (Close Circuit TV camera) is a security camera that records the video feed on a device called Digital Video Recorder (DVR). While an IP camera is one which feeds the video stream to an IP address. An IP Camera can then be recorded over a Network Video Reorder (NVR). 

This is the basic difference between the analog CCTV camera and an IP security camera. IP camera is greater in efficiency in these terms and hence it can be said that an IP camera is sharper in its performance than a CCTV analog camera. For an analog CCTV camera, you have to install the camera system and the DVR, which might be timely and hectic procedure including many jumbles of wires and countless instances where there is a chance of short circuit. An IP camera in this sense is relatively easy to install and use. The IP camera sends the video feed to an IP address and hence that video feed would be accessible to any part of the house or the building where there is internet. In fact it is also possible that you have installed an IP camera in one of your properties in Singapore and you are able to watch the video feed from Malaysia or any other part of the world where there is internet. In contrast to this, if one has installed a system of analog CCTV camera, the feed can be only viewed from a monitor which connects to the DVR, that too if connected with the recording device that is recording the feed of the camera. It is true that the analog CCTV cameras can also be accessed remotely over the internet through the DVR but the procedure is not as efficient as IP cameras. 

Another big plus point of the IP cameras is that one can view the video feed on a mobile device like a laptop or an iPhone or some android phone. There is no such facility available in the usual analog CCTV cameras except for the remote access over the internet via a DVR. However there is a slight hiccup in the industry and market of the IP cameras. As compared to the analog CCTV cameras, IP cameras are a bit expensive. But the high expenses are not unreasonable as they are providing one with a huge facility. 

The quality of the CCTV analog camera is good at all times but for heavy duty uses, the latest and improved system of cameras, the IP camera system should be installed because the videos are of HD quality under light and at night, the night vision is applicable. The quality that one wants to view on the device can be selected as per one’s desire. But one cannot deny the great night vision quality of the analog CCTV cameras.

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