I'm trying to determine what a consensus is on which OEM/camera has the very best image sensor (under say $1,000.) I know that not all 1/1.2" sensors are created equal... I'm seeing that both Hikvision and Dahua are both using Omnivision sensors as opposed to Sony Starvis 2? Are the Omnivisions noticeably better or worse? Or is it all to minute to really make a real-world difference, especially in low light? Are the Hik and Dahua 1/1.2" images essentially the same quality, or do people think one is better? Thanks in advance of any feedback.
Best image sensor?
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For under a Grand could buy one from both worlds.. Empiretech IPC-Color4K-T and the Annke NC800. That will get you into OEMs from both worlds. Then you will know what one gives you a better picture.. Hard truth is that everyone has different setup areas and what might work good for 1 person might not work for another..
Remember along with sensor size is to get the ideal MP, which would be those in green:
Further most here that have the 1/1.2" sensor cameras use them for OVERVIEW and not IDENTIFY. Many of them suffer from a very small focus window at about 15-18 feet and anything closer or further away will be soft/out of focus.
As far as cameras, without knowing what your goals of the camera is, this thread is used as the go to for the new person here outlining the commonly recommended cameras (along with Amazon links) based on distance to IDENTIFY that represent the overall best value/best bang for the buck in terms of price and performance day and night. It might be a 2MP camera in some instances. Many here feel 4MP is the current sweet spot for these cameras.
The Importance of Focal Length over MP in camera selection
And coupled with that thread is this great thread which will show why all of the same 2.8 or 3.6mm cameras is the wrong choice (these are the common focal lengths consumer brands sell):
i-want-2-8mm-cameras-everywhere-to-see-everything-this-is-why-you-need-specific-fovs-with-purposeful-focal-lengths.70053/
We would encourage you to look at those threads in detail.
It will probably raise more questions than answers LOL.
Further most here that have the 1/1.2" sensor cameras use them for OVERVIEW and not IDENTIFY. Many of them suffer from a very small focus window at about 15-18 feet and anything closer or further away will be soft/out of focus.
As far as cameras, without knowing what your goals of the camera is, this thread is used as the go to for the new person here outlining the commonly recommended cameras (along with Amazon links) based on distance to IDENTIFY that represent the overall best value/best bang for the buck in terms of price and performance day and night. It might be a 2MP camera in some instances. Many here feel 4MP is the current sweet spot for these cameras.
The Importance of Focal Length over MP in camera selection
And coupled with that thread is this great thread which will show why all of the same 2.8 or 3.6mm cameras is the wrong choice (these are the common focal lengths consumer brands sell):
i-want-2-8mm-cameras-everywhere-to-see-everything-this-is-why-you-need-specific-fovs-with-purposeful-focal-lengths.70053/
We would encourage you to look at those threads in detail.
It will probably raise more questions than answers LOL.
I'm surprised by this. My 4k-x focuses well out to infinity.
Edit: Maybe I shouldn't be surprised because you said "many", so the 4k-x is possibly an exception.
The Axis P1468-LE retails around $1,000 and has very nice image quality, 4K resolution, a great 1/1.2" sensor and optical zoom. None of the Dahua and Hikvision 1/1.2" cams support IR night vision, but this Axis camera does.
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When folks say that it is only sharp between 15-18 feet, that feels overstated to me. But my 4K-t definitely gets blurry at <~6 feet away from the camera. I plan to replace it for that reason once we get something similar that has adjustable focus. I would much prefer a closer focus that factory.
Yeah the 4K-X bullet camera doesn't seem to have the problem, but many see it on the 4K/T turret version. I have not heard of any Axis having that problem either.