Need suggestions for wireless camera

[LolaDelaney]

[SIZE=17.3333px]Hi everyone,[/SIZE]
[SIZE=17.3333px]Currently I have a cheap camera system and ADT monitoring on my house. I want to install a high quality indoor/outdoor camera system. I am looking for recommendations for such complete system that are not overpriced.I would prefer a wireless camera. what kind of setup would you recommend for this? How much does it all cost ? I  would  prefer a wireless camera. I would like to know to the reviews on the product of Think protection ,[/SIZE][SIZE=17.3333px] has anybody tried it before? Is it okay to get the home automation and security system?[/SIZE]
 

 

[BraveSirRobbin]

Perform a search and don't go with Think Protection (-please tell me you are not spamming that product here...)
 
People here have success with HikVision.  Not sure how it incorporates wireless though.
 
I'm sure other members will help you out with additional information!

 

[IVB]

I use TrendNet indoor WiFi cameras. Pretty cheap, between $100-$150. I record on my server, monitor via smartphones. Its not really a "system", more just individual cameras that are grouped. I haven't looked into outdoor recently, last time I did it I had a massive issue with the IR night vision LEDs bouncing off spiderwebs, leaves, etc screwing up the autofocus or having super bright glares. I'm contemplating putting one back up, but i'd see if I can mount in a more protected or indoor area pointed outside, or maybe someplace that wouldn't suck to go clean.

 

[jkmonroe]

What about the Foscam C1?  Seems to have solid reviews and is super cheap - you can stream direct from the camera, so no cloud dependencies.  I've been thinking of snagging one to test against my Dropcams.

 

[drvnbysound]

I use TrendNet indoor WiFi cameras. Pretty cheap, between $100-$150. I record on my server, monitor via smartphones. Its not really a "system", more just individual cameras that are grouped. I haven't looked into outdoor recently, last time I did it I had a massive issue with the IR night vision LEDs bouncing off spiderwebs, leaves, etc screwing up the autofocus or having super bright glares. I'm contemplating putting one back up, but i'd see if I can mount in a more protected or indoor area pointed outside, or maybe someplace that wouldn't suck to go clean.

 
Do you know what TrendNet models you have?

 

[IVB]

Do you know what TrendNet models you have?

 
IP662WI and IP672WI.

 

[mikefamig]

What about the Foscam C1?  Seems to have solid reviews and is super cheap - you can stream direct from the camera, so no cloud dependencies.  I've been thinking of snagging one to test against my Dropcams.

 
One thing to be aware of with Foscam is that it uses a 5 vdc power source and can't be powered by you Elk or Omni system or it's aux power. You will most likely end up with a wall wart at each camera.
 
Mike.

 

[jkmonroe]

One thing to be aware of with Foscam is that it uses a 5 vdc power source and can't be powered by you Elk or Omni system or it's aux power. You will most likely end up with a wall wart at each camera.
 
Mike.

 
Wait, how else would you do it?  Assuming you have cables running from your panel to your camera location, that opens up a whole new set of parameters, like PoE cameras, BNC to hardwire video feeds, etc.
 
I don't have a panel, and have just always assumed cams were at least wired in for power.

 

[mikefamig]

Wait, how else would you do it?  Assuming you have cables running from your panel to your camera location, that opens up a whole new set of parameters, like PoE cameras, BNC to hardwire video feeds, etc.
 
I don't have a panel, and have just always assumed cams were at least wired in for power

 
Sorry but I was assuming that you had a system in place. In commercial systems there is often a common power source like one or more 12vdc or 24vdc power supplies for the system.
 
I believe that the latest and greatest is POE which is how I plan to go if I ever get around to installing cameras and recording devices.
 
Mike.

 

[NeverDie]

Nest indoor wifi cameras, though not cheap, are very easy to setup and use.  The picture quality is pretty good as well, even in very low light conditions.  If you want, you can store the stream in Nest's cloud for later review, though it's not required.