Table of Contents
- Bullet Cameras
- Dome Cameras
- PTZ Cameras
- Fisheye / 360° Cameras
- Hidden / Spy Cameras
- Which Type for Which Location
- Resolution Guide
- Top Brands in India
1. Bullet Cameras
Bullet cameras are the most recognisable type — long and cylindrical, mounted on walls or ceilings with an adjustable bracket. They are designed for long-range outdoor surveillance and are highly visible, which itself acts as a deterrent.
Best for: Main gates, compound walls, parking areas, factory perimeters
Price range: ₹900–₹4,000 per camera depending on resolution and IR range
Pros: Visible deterrent, easy to aim, long IR night vision range (up to 50m)
Cons: Easy to vandalize or redirect if not installed high enough
2. Dome Cameras
Dome cameras are enclosed in a round housing that is typically ceiling-mounted. The lens direction is hidden inside the dome, making it impossible for an intruder to tell where exactly the camera is pointed.
Best for: Indoor use — reception areas, shops, offices, bank lobbies. Also widely used in apartments and condos.
Price range: ₹1,000–₹5,000
Pros: Vandal-resistant dome housing, discreet, wide-angle lens options
Cons: Limited IR range compared to bullet cameras
3. PTZ Cameras
PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) cameras can rotate horizontally and vertically and zoom in on specific areas — either automatically or via remote control. They are the most expensive type but offer the widest coverage.
Best for: Large open areas — warehouses, factory floors, large parking lots, event venues
Price range: ₹8,000–₹50,000+
Pros: One camera can cover what 3–4 fixed cameras would need to
Cons: Expensive, requires more maintenance, can miss events in areas not currently pointed at
4. Fisheye / 360° Cameras
Fisheye cameras use an ultra-wide lens (typically 180° or 360°) to capture an entire room in a single image. Software "dewarps" the fisheye distortion to give a usable view.
Best for: Small shops, meeting rooms, reception areas where you want full 360° coverage with a single camera
Price range: ₹3,500–₹12,000
5. Which Type for Which Location
- Main entrance gate: Bullet camera (high, angled down)
- Front door: Dome or bullet camera with wide-angle lens
- Parking area: Bullet camera with long IR range
- Shop interior: Dome cameras for ceiling mount
- Office reception: Dome camera
- Warehouse / factory: PTZ or multiple bullet cameras
- Staircase / lift lobby: Dome camera
6. Top Brands Available in India
- Hikvision: Market leader. Best-in-class image quality. Wide product range. Strong dealer network.
- Dahua: Second largest globally. Competitive pricing. Good for budget-conscious buyers.
- CP Plus: Made in India. Strong after-sales support. Popular in tier-2/3 cities.
- Honeywell: Premium segment. Used in banks and corporate offices.
- Bosch: Enterprise-grade. For large industrial installations.