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How Do I Choose the Best Wireless Security Camera?

G. Wiesen
G. Wiesen

To choose the best wireless security camera, you should consider how you want to use the camera, what equipment or hardware you may want to use it with, and where you plan on using it. If you want to use the camera to monitor your children inside your home while you are away, then you might want to consider a nanny cam or other hidden indoor camera. You should also consider if you want to connect your wireless security camera to a computer or other type of hardware and if you prefer immediate playback or stored images.

A wireless security camera is a type of camera that can be connected to a system or function wirelessly to capture video images. This type of camera can provide a number of functions, so you should consider what you need from such a camera before purchasing one. The placement of your camera can have a tremendous impact on what type of wireless security camera you should choose. Both indoor and outdoor cameras are available, and you should choose one that best suits your needs.

A wireless security camera is a type of camera that can be connected to a system or function wirelessly to capture video images.
A wireless security camera is a type of camera that can be connected to a system or function wirelessly to capture video images.

You might also consider how you want to utilize your wireless security camera. If you want the camera to be hidden or concealed, for example, then you should look for cameras designed as part of another object. Anything from desk radios and clocks to stuffed animals and even pens can be designed with cameras concealed within them. You should choose the camera that meets your needs and that you can use most effectively.

An individual may choose to use a wireless security camera to observe their child's caretaker.
An individual may choose to use a wireless security camera to observe their child's caretaker.

Any wireless security camera you choose should function with any other system you want to use it with. If you want to connect the camera to a wireless network you already have set up with your computer, then you should be sure to choose a camera that works with your wireless router or hub and the operating system (OS) on your computer. You should also determine the maximum range of such a wireless security camera, to ensure you can use it where you want and still receive a signal from it.

Some people may have their children wear a mini surveillance camera while in the care of a nanny.
Some people may have their children wear a mini surveillance camera while in the care of a nanny.

It can also be beneficial to consider how you want to view the images captured by the camera. Some systems can connect to a wireless network and relay images directly to a computer or other system, allowing you to monitor the camera in real time and save images for playback later. A different wireless security camera, on the other hand, might simply capture images and store them on an internal hard drive for future playback.

Discussion Comments

SZapper

I'm amazed at all the different wireless home security cameras you can buy. A friend of mine was looking for a nanny cam recently, and they come in all shapes and sizes. I guess that's a good thing if you're trying to be stealthy about the surveillance.

betterment

@starrynight - Well, it's a good idea in general to do some research when you're purchasing electronics. They tend to be expensive purchases, after all. And it's often confusing to buy electronics because there's so much different stuff out there.

Speaking of, I just wanted to say that when you're getting an outdoor wireless security camera, you definitely shouldn't be cheap about it. If you're going to rely on the camera to help keep you safe, it's definitely worth purchasing a higher end model. Or at least something that's right in the middle. Just don't buy the cheapest one!

starrynight

There is definitely a lot to think about when getting a wireless security camera system. As the article said, you need to figure out where you're going to use it and what kind of playback you want. And you need to make sure it works with your computer system.

I think a lot of research is definitely needed before investing in a wireless security camera or a whole system. You don't want to spend the money and then find that the cameras you got weren't what you wanted.

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