The Importance of Focal Length over MP in camera selection

[David L]

And a recognition that DORI numbers are ideal, best case scenario with ideal light and no movement.

Most here will cut that number in half during the day, and cut that half number in at least half at night.

Need a tablet next to our cameras that would flash a beautiful woman, when tripped, so the intruders would stare at the camera so we would get a good clear focused pic LOL

Which brings me to Height of CAMs. Best placement would be eye level, too high and all you get is the top of their heads...one reason Doorbell CAMs get good shots, everyone does look directly at the Doorbell when they push the button and you get to see if they have anything in their nose too

 

[JPmedia]

For reference, here are my front door 5442s. Height is about 9.5'. One is above the front door, the other is about 11' away. They are both 3.6mm. It depends on the person and what they're doing as to whether I can get a good face capture or not.
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I also have a 2.8mm next to the door, just above the doorbell. I have considered changing it out for a 3.6mm, but it hasn't been a strong consideration. I do need to work on some settings adjustments though. The seasons really make a difference with lighting and cloud cover.
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I also just made this to tell people I am both not interested and to draw more attention to looking over that way.
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Probably a little overcooked, but with the right settings, it can make a difference

 

[David L]

Probably a little overcooked, but with the right settings, it can make a difference

You got em' coming and going...