Which 1/1.2” sensor 4K camera for good low light ability?

[garmcqui]

Hi all,

I would like to upgrade one of my 2MP cameras (IPC-HDW2231T) to an 8MP Turret, but would like to retain the excellent low-light capability, so understand I need a 1/1.2” sensor.

Based on reading here, I’ve narrowed the search down to 2 cameras:

1. EmpireTech IPC-Color4K-T
2. Annke NC800 (which I believe is a rebadged Hikvision DS-2CD2387G2).

The Annke is available here in the U.K. for £179, whereas the only place I can find the EmpireTech is on Amazon UK, for an eye-watering £492.

Is there much difference between the two cameras that would warrant such a big price difference?

Are there any others I should consider?
Thanks

 

[actran]

@garmcqui Have you tried EmpireTech store site: EmpireTech IPC-Color4K-T 8MP 1/1.2" CMOS Full-color Fixed-focal Warm L

Does it give you option to buy in UK?

You can DM @EMPIRETECANDY if you need help.

 

[garmcqui]

Hi, thanks for replying. Yes, looked on that site but shipping is only to US/Canada it seems.

Will fire Andy a message and see what he thinks.

Thanks again

 

[JDreaming]

Hi, thanks for replying. Yes, looked on that site but shipping is only to US/Canada it seems.

Will fire Andy a message and see what he thinks.

Thanks again

You can buy direct from Andy with paypal just tell him which camera you wanted to buy and provide your shipping address. He will send you the invoice.

 

[wittaj]

Andy ships all over the world and many members here buy from him and live in the UK.

 

[actran]

Hi, thanks for replying. Yes, looked on that site but shipping is only to US/Canada it seems.

Will fire Andy a message and see what he thinks.

Thanks again

@garmcqui FYI, give him some time to respond to your DM. I believe he's in Hong Kong timezone so it's currently middle of the night for him.

 

[Parley]

My vote is for this one.

1. EmpireTech IPC-Color4K-T

 

[CanCuba]

My vote is for this one.

1. EmpireTech IPC-Color4K-T

+1!! My favourite cam. Looking to get at least one more to swap out older 4MP 2431s with 1/3" sensors. There's absolutely no comparison.

 

[mat200]

FYI -

In general most of us have purchased from Andy, and I know he ships to the UK / EU / Australia / USA / Canada .. and probably many more places .. and has proven to be a reliable source for numerous models of cameras.



Regarding Annke cameras, in the USA the price Fluctuates a lot based on their sale / deals and coupon codes .. for example, currently $280 on their website ..





for example at times we have seen it for 1/2 of what they are currently listing it on their website ..

 

[garmcqui]

Indeed, price varies a lot here too. But at $140 it’s surely tempting, no?

 

[mat200]

Indeed, price varies a lot here too. But at $140 it’s surely tempting, no?

Yes, and one of the big reasons why members like Blue Iris as you can mix and match cameras as long as they meet specs ( ONVIF, rtsp .. ip, PoE )

 

[garmcqui]

Yup.
Will give Andy a chance to come back with a price before I decide though