Can anyone recommend a wireless home security camera brand/model (good in low light)?

Question

I am looking for a wireless home security camera I can place in a window. I have read some reviews and cannot find one that is good in low light that is in my price range. I would not want to spend more than $300. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks.

Answer 1

What will you be wirelessly connecting the camera to?

If a video security video recorder like

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or a modified computer, then one with a base station that connects with an RCA cable to the recorder (or newly installed PC card) would be appropriate.

If you want it to be directly on a computer network (IP-based), and there is no base station (but yout wireless router needs to be working propertly), then an IP network camera is appropriate - and you see what the camera sees by connecting to it using a web browser on your computer...

In either case, for no- or low-light applications, the camera needs to see in the dark using infrared LEDs which come on when it gets dark enough.

Also, keep in mind that "wireless" is ONLY the video connection. The camera still needs a wire - for power. Some - not all - also have a small mic for picking up audio, too.

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Answer 2

I've had great luck (and low prices) with Security Cameras Direct.  There's no sales tax (unless you're in Texas) and the shipping is fair.  If their website doesn't answer your questions, then they have a toll-free number.

www.scdlink.com

Good luck!