Choosing the right wireless spy camera

A wireless spy camera is a video camera that is used for covert surveillance. These cameras are usually hidden or disguised as some everyday object. There are a number of factors involved in choosing the right wireless spy camera.

One of the first things to consider is the frequency of operation of the wireless spy camera. All of our wireless cameras operate on 2.4GHz for reduced interference and improved signal quality. These cameras can transmit 700 feet with a direct line of site. Even when transmitting through doors or walls, they can still transmit a clear signal for several hundred feet. And keep this in mind - all of the wireless cameras sold by totalsecuritywarehouse.com include a FREE receiver - you won't find this feature elsewhere!

The next decision to make when choosing a wireless spy camera is whether to choose a color or black and white model. There are advantages to both types. Color cameras provide more information about your subject, such as the color of an automobile or the color of a person's clothing. On the other hand, black and white cameras provide better resolution (more detail), consume less power (important for battery-operated cameras), and can operate with less available light. Let's take a closer look at resolution and low-light operation.

Resolution is typically specified as the number of horizontal lines used to "paint" the image. Typical resolutions would be 380 lines for a color camera and 420 lines for black and white models. LUX is used to specify low-light operation. Typical LUX values are 1 LUX for a color camera and .05 LUX for a black and white camera. By way of comparison, 1 LUX is about the amount of light available late in the evening, around dusk. .1 LUX is about the amount of light available in a well-lit parking lot at night. And .05 LUX is actually less light than the human eye needs to form an image - enabling some black and white models to actually "see" in the dark!

Another factor to consider when choosing a wireless spy camera is where the camera will be located. This will usually determine the type of object used to hide the camera. Totalsecuritywarehouse.com has over 35 different types of hidden cameras. You can choose from a teddy bear, a fully functional cordless phone, a CD player, a necktie, or a baseball cap, to name just a few. In addition, we have complete surveillance systems concealed in a briefcase, a backpack or a ladies' purse.

One other factor to consider is the type of display or recording device used with your wireless spy camera. Our receivers allow operation with a standard TV, as long as it has an available video input. Or you can choose one of our dedicated video monitors as a display device. On the recording side, we have a wide range of DVRs (Digital Video Recorders). We have models that are completely self-contained and portable, models based around personal computers, and even a model that allows you to use your existing personal computer as a DVR.

It's probably apparent by now that choosing a wireless spy camera can be a complicated process. This is a good reason to do business with totalsecuritywarehouse.com - you can benefit from our expertise, gained through years of experience in this industry. And we have one of the largest selections available anywhere.