Bullet Camera Suggestion

[dmora]

I need a camera that can capture good quality during the day/nigh between my house and neighbors, mostly by the A/C units and the power panel. I've tried the following but each has its issues mostly night quality is bad. I have included a picture of the area with one of the cameras below. During the day it's not that bad but at night it doesn't look good.

4K(8MP) Varifocal PoE IP Camera

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D1C75NPV?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1

PANOEAGLE 5MP Full Color Varifocal PoE IP Camera

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SLZZV8J?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

Amcrest Amcrest UltraHD 4K (8MP) IP PoE AI Camera

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0837485XG?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

 

[steve1225]

You tested a lot of cheap toys

EmpireTech IPC-B54IR-ZE-S3 1/1.8" CMOS 4MP IR 2.7mm–12mm Vari-focal Bu

4-MP 1/1.8" CMOS image sensor | Built-in IR LED | The max. illumination distance is 60 m | Deep learning algorithm | Built-in MIC | IP67 and IK10 protection | SMD 3.0

empiretech01.com

big 1/1.8" and bright sensor good for night image... 4mpx... very good image processing.. lots of AI modes...
varifocal - optical zoom 2.8-12mm (something like 0.5 - 2x on Your mobile), so You can zoom-in to get more narrow view...

Dahua 5442 (54IR) is most popular model here on the forum..
Empiretech sells OEM versions of Dahua cams..

 

[TonyR]

+1^^^.
4K/8MP cameras with a 1/2.8" sensor that should be in no greater than a 2MP camera won't perform at night. A 4MP with a 1/1.8" sensor is a MUCH better choice.

 

[dmora]

Thanks, now I know why the quality is so bad on those.

I was previously looking at the EmpireTech 4K 8MP 1/1.2" CMOS Ultra Low Light Full-Color AI IP Camera. Is this a good option as well. Amazon Link

Which Lens would be ideal? 2.8mm, 3.6mm or 6mm? Thanks for all your help.

 

[wittaj]

Keep in mind the 4K cameras do not see infrared, so you need enough light or be willing to use the built-in white light (which most do not).

Further they suffer from a narrow focus depth. They make great overview cameras, but anything closer than 15 feet or further than 20 feet may be a little soft/blurry.

 

[dmora]

Keep in mind the 4K cameras do not see infrared, so you need enough light or be willing to use the built-in white light (which most do not).

Further they suffer from a narrow focus depth. They make great overview cameras, but anything closer than 15 feet or further than 20 feet may be a little soft/blurry.

Thanks for the explanation, I can't decide between IPC-T54IR-ZE S3 or IPC-B54IR-ZE S3.

 

[steve1225]

Thanks for the explanation, I can't decide between IPC-T54IR-ZE S3 or IPC-B54IR-ZE S3.

if you mount on horizontal wall - bullet..
if you mount under ceiling or soffit - turret...

both have the same parameters.. only difference is chassis and mount system..

 

[bigredfish]

Bullet has better/stronger IR which he needs

I'd go with the IPC-B54IR-ZE S3

EmpireTech IPC-B54IR-ZE-S3 1/1.8" CMOS 4MP IR 2.7mm–12mm Vari-focal Bu

4-MP 1/1.8" CMOS image sensor | Built-in IR LED | The max. illumination distance is 60 m | Deep learning algorithm | Built-in MIC | IP67 and IK10 protection | SMD 3.0

empiretech01.com

The Z4 will overshoot 1/2 of your view

 

[mat200]

I need a camera that can capture good quality during the day/nigh between my house and neighbors, mostly by the A/C units and the power panel. I've tried the following but each has its issues mostly night quality is bad. I have included a picture of the area with one of the cameras below. During the day it's not that bad but at night it doesn't look good.

4K(8MP) Varifocal PoE IP Camera

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D1C75NPV?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1

PANOEAGLE 5MP Full Color Varifocal PoE IP Camera

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SLZZV8J?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

Amcrest Amcrest UltraHD 4K (8MP) IP PoE AI Camera

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0837485XG?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

"I need a camera that can capture good quality during the day/night between my house and neighbors, mostly by the A/C units and the power panel. I've tried the following but each has its issues mostly night quality is bad. " - dmora

As noted by previous posters .. do pay attention to the sensor size and megapixels. Larger pixel size on the sensors do better in low light image capture..





FYI - posting clips from the Amazon page of the cameras for future reference as often products on Amazon get changed / removed / out of stock.
Note I've highlighted the sensor size in each of the product descriptions on Amazon ( use a proper PC when doing your research so all the details are easier to see .. )

4K(8MP) Varifocal PoE IP Camera,Outdoor Security Bullet Camera 5X Optical Zoom 2.7~13.5mm Lens,Smart Color Night Vision(98ft),Human/Vehicle Detection,Two-Way Talk,MicroSD (256G)
Visit the VIKVIZ Store

【4K Ultra HD & 5X Optical Zoom 】Ultra HD(3840×2160) resolution using the latest CMOS 1/2.8" image sensor with advanced image processing technology and optical technology, equipped with 2.7-13.5mm 5x optical zoom motorized lens,to be able to cover more ground without damaging the




PANOEAGLE 5MP Full Color Varifocal PoE IP Camera, Outdoor Bullet Camera 5X Optical Zoom 2.7~13.5mm Lens,Human Vehicle Detection,Smart Dual Light,Two-Way Talk,MicroSD (256GB),IP67
Visit the PANOEAGLE Store

【5MP Ultra HD 5X Optical Zoom Camera】2592 x 1944 resolution using CMOS 1/2.8" image sensor with advanced image processing and optical technology. 2.7-13.5mm 5x optical zoom motorized lens can cover more ground and see clearer detailed images of objects. This 5MP IP PoE camera also records 24/7 via a micro SD card (up to 256GB, not included) or NVR.





Amcrest UltraHD 4K (8MP) IP PoE AI Camera, FOV 129°, 49ft Color Nightvision, Security Outdoor Bullet Camera, Human & Vehicle Detection, Active Deterrent, 4K @15fps, IP8M-2796EW-AI (White)
Visit the Amcrest Store

COLOR NIGHT VISION – Built to weather any storm and the darkest of nights, this 4K PoE IP Camera features a heavy-duty metal weatherproof IP67 housing as well as built-in Light & Warm Light Auto Shift and a 1/2.8” 8MP progressive CMOS image sensor to achieve unsurpassed low-light capability and color night-vision up to 49.2 feet. Built in microphone. Dual H.265/H.264 compression allows for maximum encryption with the latest technology as well as backwards compatibility.

 

[dmora]

I purchased IPC-B54IR-ZE S3 and I can see a good difference in night..thanks everyone.

How can I zoom in a little more so that images can be clearer around the A/C units.

 

[looney2ns]

Be sure you have gone through and tuned the camera for your field of view.
Use the controls on the live view to zoom in more.
Camera tuning Tips.