A weatherproof security camera is a necessity anywhere that your camera is
exposed to bad weather. It should be able to withstand rain, sleet, snow, and
any other bad weather if you expect it to do the job at the time you need it
most.
Weatherproof housings are available on various cameras including most bullet
cameras. Bullet cameras get their name from it's cylindrical shaped housing.
Bullet cameras are weatherproof and sealed and come with a fixed focus lens.
Because bullet cameras are small in size they are easy to install almost
anywhere. Available in black and white as well as color cameras some bullet
cameras are also waterproof.
There are differences between a weatherproof camera and waterproof. Although
people use the terms interchangeably, weatherproof cameras cannot be submerged
in water.
Waterproof bullet cameras on the other hand allow you to use them in extreme
weather conditions as well as under water applications.
If you want to protect your house from the outside, then a bullet camera is a
good choice. One of the best features is they have a low profile but are still
visible for anyone to see. What a great way to scare away an intruder or burglar
who knows they can be seen.
When you consider an outdoor camera for your house there are a few of things
you need to consider. Look for one's that include a protective sunshield and
feature multiple mounting. Other considerations are the resolution of the
camera. Cameras with 420 lines resolution and 0.05 lux are common.
Black and White cameras are better suited for lower light conditions and
color cameras are more suited for identification of clothing and facial features
during daylight. It's a trade off between color and black and white cameras. You
should determine what your goals are before making a final decision.
There is an alternative though. Weatherproof color day/night cameras
automatically adjust from day to night vision for round-the-clock security. They
perform well in dimly lit areas such as a driveway or side of a house.
The reason that they can see at night is the built in infrared illuminators.
These illuminators produce an invisible light to the human eye but can be seen
by the camera. When the available light is below a certain level a sensor turns
on the illuminators
There have been many advances to weatherproof security cameras in recent
years. This has brought the overall cost down significantly. This makes finding
one to match your budget and performance needs is a lot easier
