Any recommendations on an affordable Security Cam

[Endur]

Hello...

I'm looking to purchase an affordable security system for the property.

What would you recommend for under $500?

Thanks

Endur

 

[UneeK]

foscam

 

[Lee Van Kief]

I have one of these, isn't nasa tech or anything but it works and is cheap, I have a 500gb dvr and it can take up 8 cameras with infrared.you only get a little distance like 30ft at dark but i'm happy with them

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16881377017

 

[EASTCOASTSEEKER]

just purchased a 4 camers set with dvr for ~$132.00. lacked the monitor & HDD but I had those. I Looked for the site but can't find it.

They are basically commodities now, shouldn't have to spend an arm & a leg to get one.

If you have an old computer with a video card you can just get the camera and some cabling. PCI video cards are cheap, 1 for each camera
will allow you to record each input I think. The software is free basically.

 

[mowood3479]

Dlink at radio shack.. $130.. It will record video clips on a motion sensor n set it up so u can view it from ur phone.. Only suitable for inside tho

 

[EASTCOASTSEEKER]

I got the 4 camera system. still need a hard drive & monitor or a hard drive then ethernet to your computer I guess would work.

http://cctvdirectbuy.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=23&zenid=b3asikghgjt6k3sssuae36eid2

 

[ydijadoit]

You might check Costco. They have an awesome return policy, that you may need. I have found that many of the bundled systems have fairly low resolution cams. If someone rips me, I want to count the whiskers on their chin, not see a "shadowy figure"...
Nothing wrong with a high res game camera, with invisible IR illumination, either.
Stay safe!

 

[Kcar]

This one is nice.
http://www.costco.com/Q-See-8-Chann...igh-Resolution-Cameras.product.100003302.html

 

[LEDfoot]

I don't know the current situation but the security DVR marketing has been very deceptive. If it matters to you, make sure full resolution is available on all channels simultaneously.

 

[FlowerFarmer]

What options are available if one has limited internet bandwidth?

I used to use some simple IP camera which would allow me to view remotely. I could pan/tilt and while chopping it was function in keeping an overall eye on the property.


I'm not limited to bandwidth restrictions with only limited 3g internet availability to me. I typically pay for a 2-3 GB of data per month. I'm assuming this type of IP camera would chew through my bandwidth if viewable at all.


Can anyone recommend something that would simple send me a TXT image when motion is sensed. It'd be nice if someone walked by my garage.. I get a clear imagine of the situation. Someone walks by the back door.. I get a snapshot sent to me.

Any systems that do this?

Furthermore any ADT like systems that monitor for intrusion, but not subscription based and call me only during a compromised sensor.

 

[Benjamin Check]

Go to sams club and buy the samsung 2/4 pack infrared with the DVR for 399-599. You can buy your own monitor, or spring for theirs.

 

[Benjamin Check]

This one is nice.
http://www.costco.com/Q-See-8-Chann...igh-Resolution-Cameras.product.100003302.html

or the 4 camera one....I wish I had seen the 8 camera one before I bought mine, I didn't even need 8 but would have put them up!

http://www.samsclub.com/sams/q-see-...ive, 4 x 480TVL Cameras, and 50' Night Vision

 

[Yesca73]

just got mine from costco.com on sale now $399 . 8 camera . 1TB

 

[BasementGrower]

in the northeast we have a store called harbor freight..

here you go dude. its not a bad system.. I just wouldn't hook it up to internet.. unless ur not going to have cameras shooting anything illegal (Growroom) ..

http://www.harborfreight.com/genera...and-mobile-monitoring-capabilities-68332.html

 

[BasementGrower]

above would be .. cheaper style obv.. but if ur lookin for quality for cheap this ones good http://www.costco.com/Lorex-16-Chan...igh-Resolution-Cameras.product.100008682.html

 

[VertNwb]

amazing