Dahua and Hikvision cameras on same system

matthyne

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I want to set up a system that uses a mix of Dahua and Hikvision cameras and i have some questions I am hoping that the forum can help with.

Can I use both cameras with a Hikvision NVR or do I need to move to something like Blue Iris ?
What about the Chinese branded NVRs (the cheap ones) are these any good or should I stay away ?

Can Blue Iris use all the features of the cameras ?

I am looking to install between 4-8 cameras.

Thanks and Regards
Matt
 

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Can I use both cameras with a Hikvision NVR or do I need to move to something like Blue Iris
Yes, but you'd need to revert to using ONVIF for the Dahua cameras, which therefore stops you being able to use smart IVS facilities.
What about the Chinese branded NVRs (the cheap ones) are these any good or should I stay away ?
There are so many - it's not sensible to answer that question. But it's a given that they are riddled with security vulnerabilities.
You'd be so much better to avoid the mix&match approach - it's a bit of a compromise that will block the use of useful features.
 
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