2MP 1/2.8" sensor camera

[LindsayGymastics]

Hi guys!! I'm looking for a 2MP 1/2.8" sensor camera camera any recommendations?
I've found this (although it's 4MP)

https://www.amazon.com/Starlight-Se...28&sprefix=dahua+starlight+4mp,aps,141&sr=8-1

Anyone used the cam i linked above? would this be a good 1.28" sensor cam? thank you!!

 

[Ri22o]

What is your use case?

This is the typically recommended 4MP camera, on a larger sensor than 1/2.8.

EmpireTech IPC-T54IR-AS-S3 1/1.8" CMOS 4MP IR Fixed-focal Eyeball Netw

4-MP 1/1.8" CMOS image sensor | Built-in IR LED | Max. illumination distance is 50 m | Deep learning algorithm | Supports max. 512 GB Micro SD card | Built-in MIC | IP67 protection | SMD 3.0

empiretech01.com

 

[LindsayGymastics]

I read on a thread somewhere on this forum that a 2MP 1/2.8 was the best use. My use case would be for residential.

 

[Ri22o]

I read on a thread somewhere on this forum that a 2MP 1/2.8 was the best use. My use case would be for residential.

2MP and 1/2.8 is the correct combination, but not always ideal. 4MP an 1/1.8 is also the correct match up, and also ideal Both have their uses.

Are you wanting to Detect, Observe, Recognize, Identify?
Where are you looking to install?
What is your light situation like?

 

[wittaj]

And at what distance?

 

[LindsayGymastics]

Here is where i was testing 2 cams from the same location. These are more of Dectect/Observe cams with their location being where it is. This pic was taken at dark and there is a ton of light for the cams. I want to install a couple more cams lower for being able to Recognize and possibly even Identify. Distance would be 20ft approx

 

[LindsayGymastics]

I like big sensors not really into the little ones.
was reading about not chasing MP's and thought the 2MP 1/2.8" was the "best"

 

[LindsayGymastics]

I also found this cam that might be a great choice too
Bosch FLEXIDOME IP outdoor 4000i

 

[Ri22o]

I like big sensors not really into the little ones.
was reading about not chasing MP's and thought the 2MP 1/2.8" was the "best"

I am sure @wittaj will chime in with his typical post, but there are different "bests". 2MP and 1/2.8 is a matched combo, and used to be "best" before 4MP and higher resolutions became available on properly matched combinations. 4MP at 1/1.8 is better than 2MP and 8MP at 1/1.2 is even better than the 4MP option.

Also, the smaller the number on the right, the bigger the sensor.
1/2.8 < 1/1.8 < 1/1.2

 

[LindsayGymastics]

Also, the smaller the number on the right, the bigger the sensor.
1/2.8 < 1/1.8 < 1/1.2

Omg so being that i want a big sensor i want a 1/1.2 cam lolol

 

[bigredfish]

I like big sensors not really into the little ones.
was reading about not chasing MP's and thought the 2MP 1/2.8" was the "best"

2MP on a 1/2.8 sensor WAS the best until the 5442 series 4MP on a 1/1.8 came along. The 5442 is now the current gold standard.

The 8MP 1/1.2 is better with respect to light pickup, but there are other issues with it still to be worked out. #1 being its soft or blurry focus out to about 8ft and a narrow ideal depth of field

 

[LindsayGymastics]

The 5442 is now the current gold standard.

Sorry what brand is this cam so I know how to find it lol thank you

 

[bigredfish]

Dahua

WizMind S Series - Dahua International

WizMind S Series

www.dahuasecurity.com

You can also buy them with different part #s and without the Dahua sticker from our favorite OEM supplier Empire Tech

Smart IR Series Camera | EmpireTech

EmpireTech's Smart IR Series network camera uses advanced deep learning algorithms for enhanced accuracy in audio & video analysis with features like video metadata, smart sound detection, facial recognition, perimeter security, & people counting. Rated IP67 & IK10, it's dustproof, waterproof, &...

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[Ri22o]

Sorry what brand is this cam so I know how to find it lol thank you

5442 was the common nickname for the shortened Dahua model number of the camera. Andy (@EMPIRETECANDY) is an OEM rebranded reseller for Dahua, he sells them as Empiretech. He has re-modeled this camera as T54IR-AS (T for turret, 5 is the series, 4 is 4MP, IR for IR)

This is the camera I linked above.

 

[SpacemanSpiff]

Sorry what brand is this cam so I know how to find it lol thank you

Empire tech. The model numbers changed more recently.... This is the 5442 other members were speaking of: EmpireTech IPC-T54IR-AS-S3 1/1.8" CMOS 4MP IR Fixed-focal Eyeball Netw

 

[SpacemanSpiff]

Empire tech. The model numbers changed more recently.... This is the 5442 other members were speaking of: EmpireTech IPC-T54IR-AS-S3 1/1.8" CMOS 4MP IR Fixed-focal Eyeball Netw

Here is the post with the model number changes: EmpireTech Item Name Adding,important

edit: adding a screen shot

 

[LindsayGymastics]

Dahua
You can also buy them with different part #s and without the Dahua sticker from our favorite OEM supplier Empire Tech

cool thank you fish man!!

 

[LindsayGymastics]

5442 was the common nickname for the shortened Dahua model number of the camera. Andy (@EMPIRETECANDY) is an OEM rebranded reseller for Dahua, he sells them as Empiretech. He has re-modeled this camera as T54IR-AS (T for turret, 5 is the series, 4 is 4MP, IR for IR, AS denotes fixed focal length)

This is the camera I linked above.

yes i've read lots of good things on here about andy

 

[LindsayGymastics]

Empire tech. The model numbers changed more recently.... This is the 5442 other members were speaking of: EmpireTech IPC-T54IR-AS-S3 1/1.8" CMOS 4MP IR Fixed-focal Eyeball Netw

oh that great thank you!!!

 

[LindsayGymastics]

Empire tech. The model numbers changed more recently.... This is the 5442 other members were speaking of: EmpireTech IPC-T54IR-AS-S3 1/1.8" CMOS 4MP IR Fixed-focal Eyeball Netw

yikes there is this cam in 2.8mm / 3.6mm / 6mm....is it like they say bigger is better??