Choosing the right hidden surveillance cameras

Hidden surveillance cameras are cameras that are hidden in, or disguised as, some everyday object. Advances in technology have made it possible to conceal small board cameras inside a wide variety of everyday objects. These cameras can be used for covert surveillance work, to keep an eye on your employees, or to watch your baby's caretaker while you are away (nanny cam). There are a number of factors to consider when choosing hidden surveillance cameras.

One of the first things to consider is whether to use wired or wireless cameras. Most hidden wireless surveillance cameras require no installation, while wired cameras require you to have access to the premises under surveillance. For this reason, all of our hidden cameras are wireless. All operate on a 2.4GHz frequency band, for increased signal quality and reduced interference.

Another factor to consider when choosing hidden surveillance cameras is whether to choose color or black and white cameras. There are advantages to both types. Color cameras provide more information about the subject of the images, such as the color of a person's clothing or the color of the license plate on an automobile. Black and white cameras, on the other hand, provide better overall resolution and better low-light operation. Let's examine resolution and low-light operation more closely.

Resolution is usually specified as the number of horizontal lines used to make up the image. Typical good-quality resolutions are 380 lines for color cameras and 420 lines for black and white models. Low-light operation for hidden surveillance cameras is usually specified using the LUX value. Typical LUX values are 1 or .5 LUX for color cameras and .05 LUX for black and white models. For comparison purposes, 1 LUX is similar to the amount of light late in the evening, around dusk. And .1 LUX is equal to about the amount of light available in a well-lit parking lot at night. And a camera that can "see" down to .05 LUX can actually record an image better than the human eye. For the absolute best in low-light operation, consider one of our available black and white models with X-Vision technology. X-Vision is a technology that allows the camera to see down to .003 LUX - this is almost total darkness!

The next factor that you need to consider when choosing hidden surveillance cameras is what type of object is used to conceal the camera. We have over 35 different types of hidden cameras. You can choose from a fully functional cordless phone, a wall thermostat, a teddy bear, a working CO2 detector, or a working can opener, to name just a few. Or, for covert mobile surveillance, choose a necktie or a ball cap with hidden camera. No matter what your need, we have the hidden camera to fill it.

As you can see, there are a number of factors involved in selecting the right hidden surveillance cameras. This is a good reason to do business with totalsecuritywarehouse.com - we have the expertise, gained through years of experience in this industry, to help you choose the camera that is right for you. And we have one of the largest selections of hidden surveillance cameras available anywhere.