Foscam to Hikvision Migration

[t84a]

I have a couple dozen Foscam cameras around the country and want to migrate away from them. I've had repeated issues with the cameras failing for one reason or another. They are pretty decent when they work but having to replace the failed ones when they are not local is a pain.
I'm initially looking at the DS-2CD3132F-IWS. I need wireless. I have no experience with Hikvision. First somewhat dumb question is are all the dome cameras they make ceiling mount? Can I assume you can set them on a shelf or whatever and flip the settings in the setup? I use the tinycam app and it looks like Hikvision is supported. Any further or different advice? Thanks

 

[alexvas]

tinyCam Monitor should work with Hikvision cameras perfectly.

 

[notchy]

Yes the tiny cam monitor will have no problems working with it.

I had foscams and bought the hikivision 3mb bullets. I don't even use my foscams now.

 

[t84a]

So does Hikvision make a non-ceiling mount camera similar to the Foscam tilt/pan?

 

[notchy]

They make 3-axis IP camera so they can be mounted on a wall or ceiling (dome cameras)

 

[t84a]

Thanks. Most of mine right now are on counters or shelves (near power) and are wireless. It doesn't look like Hikvision is a viable option for me. Thanks again.

 

[digger11]

If you want a wifi capable Hik camera that can sit on a shelf, which I'm assuming implies that it doesn't need to be an outdoor rated camera, take a look at the DS-2CD2342F-IW. http://overseas.hikvision.com/us/Products_accessries_10510_i7599.html

I own 3 of them, and they have been excellent indoor cameras.

 

[klasipca]

You meant 2432, 2342 is a different cam. I agree though 2432 has been the best indoor cam Hikvision had to offer and in my opinion the best one in their entire 2 line. It has wireless, poe, pir, and two way audio which you will not find in any other cams together. Sadly they have not updated it to 4mp and 3mp while still OK is showing its age. With that being said I still use two of them indoors as I have not been able to find a suitable replacement.

 

[digger11]

Thanks Klasipca, The older I get the more dyslexic I seem to get Corrected the model number in my earlier post.

 

[t84a]

Thanks. So the 2432 is a fixed camera, ie no pan and tilt?

 

[klasipca]

Yes, but if you get 2.8mm lens it's wide angle and dont need pan tilt for most uses. Hikvision does have pan/tilt option but I belive it's ceiling mount

 

[klasipca]

There is that PT option, which might work as standing cam

http://overseas.hikvision.com/en/products_512.html

 

[t84a]

Thanks. Who is the preferred supplier to buy from?

 

[Jack B Nimble]

Thanks. Who is the preferred supplier to buy from?

Here's a 3mp for $100 and a trusted supplier, if you order 3 of them you should get them in a week or so.

http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/WIFI-Camera-DS-2CD2432F-IW-Full-HD-3MP-Wireless-IP-Camera-WIFI-Built-in-microphone-DWDR/319147_32647173842.html

 

[Jack B Nimble]

You meant 2432, 2342 is a different cam. I agree though 2432 has been the best indoor cam Hikvision had to offer and in my opinion the best one in their entire 2 line. It has wireless, poe, pir, and two way audio which you will not find in any other cams together. Sadly they have not updated it to 4mp and 3mp while still OK is showing its age. With that being said I still use two of them indoors as I have not been able to find a suitable replacement.

I posted a 3mp version for 100 bucks, China version but always have no issues with thier multi language ones.
http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/WIFI-Camera-DS-2CD2432F-IW-Full-HD-3MP-Wireless-IP-Camera-WIFI-Built-in-microphone-DWDR/319147_32647173842.html

 

[klasipca]

I posted a 3mp version for 100 bucks, China version but always have no issues with thier multi language ones.
http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/WIFI-Camera-DS-2CD2432F-IW-Full-HD-3MP-Wireless-IP-Camera-WIFI-Built-in-microphone-DWDR/319147_32647173842.html

You won't have issues if you a) never upgrade firmware b) don't use Hikvision NVR.

 

[Jack B Nimble]

Why can't you use a hikvision NVR? Isn't that why there are n and ni versions. I have not heard of anybody with issues running China on NVRs only the possibility of future ni compliant issue anyone chime in on that? I am a Blue Iris user so not up to speed on NVR but all I have read does not support your conflict statement.