General camera recommendations

[shaklee3]

Hi, I've used these forums for about 7 years now as an occasional lurker when I need a new camera. About 4 years ago I got the: Dahua IPC-HDW2231RP-ZS based on the recommendations here, and then 3 years ago I got another one recommended here: IPC-T5442TM-AS-LED. I actually was pretty sure this is a Dahua too, but it looks like the maker has changed.

Anyways, now 3 years later I'm looking for another non-ptz camera for viewing the driveway and street from under the eave of the garage. I'm again seeing a ton of options, and really just want something similar to what I got second. Should I just get another IPC-T5442TM-AS-LED or is there better technology for a similar type of camera now?

 

[wittaj]

The 5442 series is still the recommended camera.

There is the 4K/T if you have enough light or are willing to run the built in white LED.

But many are finding that the 4K/T makes a great overview camera but the area of focus is more defined than the 5442 series, so you may actually have a little soft focus depending on your distance.

 

[Perimeter]

Should I just get another IPC-T5442TM-AS-LED or is there better technology for a similar type of camera now?

There is! The T5443TM-AS-LED-S2. Which is quite an improvement over the older models, as it collects about 3x the light the old model did.
Just be aware that the better f-stop will shorten the depth of field. So look at the focus distance before you shop.

 

[shaklee3]

Thanks everyone!

 

[shaklee3]

There is! The T5443TM-AS-LED-S2. Which is quite an improvement over the older models, as it collects about 3x the light the old model did.
Just be aware that the better f-stop will shorten the depth of field. So look at the focus distance before you shop.

That model doesn't seem to come up on google at all. Is it unreleased?

 

[Perimeter]

That model doesn't seem to come up on google at all. Is it unreleased?

Check the Aliexpress Store that Andy has. It is in there. Don't see it in the store here.
This is Dahua version: IPC-HDW5449TM-SE-LED

 

[EMPIRETECANDY]

Amazon.com : Loryta 4MP Full Color Starlight WDR Turret AI IP POE Camera with 2 LEDs Fixed Lens Outdoor IP67 Weatherproof, Support POE, Face Image Capture, Built-in Mic, IPC-T5442TM-AS-LED S2 2.8mm : Electronics

 

[shaklee3]

Amazon.com : Loryta 4MP Full Color Starlight WDR Turret AI IP POE Camera with 2 LEDs Fixed Lens Outdoor IP67 Weatherproof, Support POE, Face Image Capture, Built-in Mic, IPC-T5442TM-AS-LED S2 2.8mm : Electronics

This is the model I purchased 3 years ago from you according to Amazon. Are you saying this is the newer model mentioned above?

 

[EMPIRETECANDY]

This is the model I purchased 3 years ago from you according to Amazon. Are you saying this is the newer model mentioned above?

ooh, this one is the S2 version, you see the housing different, the new one low light capacity is a little better than the old one.
But if you have good budget can check the IPC-Color4K-T 1/1.2cmos.

 

[shaklee3]

Thanks Andy! Is the bracket the same? Do I just need this: to mount under the eave, or is this needed too? Previously I just used the first one