1. Coverage: CCTV cameras differ when it comes to the extent to which the camera can capture footage in terms of length and range. some can cover wider ranges, while others cover the farther distances. Depending on what your needs are, you can choose which features you want on the CCTV camera you are buying.
   
   
2. Infrared: If you would be needing to install cameras that should work at night, then you should pay attention to the infrared capabilities of the CCTV camera you want to buy. Many cameras in the market today offer infrared ranges anywhere from 20m to well over 200m. A key thing to look out for when checking Infrared capabilities is the number of LED bulbs located on the sides of the camera lens. The more the number of LED bulbs, the better the quality of recordings at night
   
   
3. Storage: The storage of recorded video footage is something anyone who is looking to buy a CCTV camera must consider. There are two major options available in the market. One is the option to store video footage on a DVR device and the second option is to make use of the cloud storage service offered by most IP/wireless Camera companies. Some CCTV cameras come with a micro SD slot which allows the users to insert memory cards of different capacities.
   
   
4. Pan/Tilt: In other to get the most out of a CCTV camera, especially if you plan to use it for outdoor security purposes. You will need to ensure that the camera you are going for has Pan and Tilt capabilities. what this means is that the camera should be able to rotate horizontally and vertically in other to cover a large space around them.
   This will allow for more effective surveillance and coverage.
   
   
5. Quality of the Output/Resolution: When buying a CCTV camera, you need to check for the quality of the video footage of that Camera. The quality of the image is usually determined by the megapixel and the shooting resolution. Depending on your budget you will find cameras with both low and high resolutions and megapixels. Most IP cameras in the market use either 2mp or 4mp and at a very good resolution compared to their price.
   
   
6. Cabling or Wireless: Some cameras come with cables that can be plugged into an outlet while some have wireless capabilities. Depending on what you need, you can decide on which one to choose. This is particularly important for people who want to use the camera for indoor purposes. You might not want to miss the place up with wires, so you can decide to go for a wireless CCTV camera.
   
   
7. Hire a Professional: This is arguably the most important of all the things you need to do. The fact is that choosing the right CCTV and working out its setup and installation can be a Herculean task. And if you decide to go on the journey all alone, you are going to make alot of mistakes that may lead to unnecessary costs. It is much more advisable and cost-effective to hire a professional like E and E solutions. we would help you design and implement a fail-proof security solution for either your home or business.
   
   

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