What is IPCamTalk member's favorite manufacturer currently?

[john-ipvm]

I believe historically it has been Dahua, with Hikvision second. Is that still case? Any changes or shifts or other manufacturers being considered? I see Uniview rising amongst low-cost China options, e.g.

 

[Arjun]

Because of cost and support options, I would vote for Dahua first followed by Hikvision. However, I do hope we can see some American-made cameras make its way into the mainstream soon

I believe historically it has been Dahua, with Hikvision second. Is that still case? Any changes or shifts or other manufacturers being considered? I see Uniview rising amongst low-cost China options, e.g.

 

[bigredfish]

Yep pretty much Dahua then HiK John.

Reasons?
1- We have a great pimp supplier in Andy (with special mention to Sean and the guys at Nelly's)
2- Cost effective but not "cheap"
3- At the end of the day, very few product problems (though it can be a battle with firmware on new models, but Im guessing this isnt unique to Dahua)
4- Features on standard $200 cams that generally cost 2x-4x that with Axis
5- Relatively simple learning curve for the FW but still powerful enough for more complex scenes.
6- While there are a number of Pro's here, I'd venture a guess that the vast majority are homeowners and small businesses. The convenience of plug and play PoE NVR and compatible cameras that are a number of steps up from Ring and Arlo are appealing to that segment.

 

[Arjun]

@bigredfish nailed it @john-ipvm

 

[aristobrat]

@bigredfish nailed it @john-ipvm

Ditto!

 

[TechBill]

As other said ... Dahua then Hikvision

 

[Warptrooper]

I only have 3 dahua but happy with price-performance and firmware support from Andy

 

[sebastiantombs]

All I can say is that Andy is "da man" and Dahua is "da camera" as a result.

 

[djernie]

Yep i have one hikvision and 12 dahua, thanks @EMPIRETECANDY . I have 3 more to get for my home and then i will start a new project for my tiny house in the country.