Security camera suggestions

[UncleJak]

I'm looking to install 2-4 cameras and am looking for any suggestions. I want 2 inside and 2 outside. I also want a dvr with a small amount of memory and capabilities to view from my phone. Sent barefoot from the hills of Tennessee

[173rdABN]

I'm looking for the same thing you are. 4 outside cameras, and was about to ask for suggestions as well. Glad you did too. I'm looking for all wireless though.

[wewoapsiak]

This guy does a lot of testing on security cameras, while it won't tell you which you need exactly it can provide you with some good information; especially if you read though the comments sections.

 

http://www.networkcameracritic.com/

 

Edit:  Funny enough, he has a similar eye thingy as my profile picture.  I'm not affiliated with the website.

Edited August 19, 2014 by wewoapsiak

[dlm37015]

I got mine at cosco I use 16

[Dane]

Foscam.com

or

there is a guy on here that deals with this stuff.  Can't remember his name though

[Dustbuster]

Super circuits has low budget gear w IR capability for night time. Should be able to do 4 cameras and a DVR for under 600.00. It's not premium quality gear but it works.

[UncleJak]

[quote name="Dustbuster" post="1181418" timestamp="1408510617"]Super circuits has low budget gear w IR capability for night time. Should be able to do 4 cameras and a DVR for under 600.00. It's not premium quality gear but it works.[/quote]supercircuits seems to be the way to go. For $350 I can have everything I need. I'll update more once I get it and get it installed Sent barefoot from the hills of Tennessee

[Dustbuster]

That's cool do yourself one big favor though. Buy a UPS power supply for your DVR and your cameras so if your wires take a lightning shot hopefully it may protect the system it's cheap insurance. Also a UPS will keep your system running for a few minutes in the event some turd cuts the power to your home before breaking in
Glad it worked out for you

[theTastyCat]

About to pull the trigger on this myself.  Seems the best value around right now (for decent but not waaay pricey) is the Hikvision turret cam, available here for $170.

 

http://wrightwoodsurveillance.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_91&products_id=295

 

It's outdoor-rated and is 3MP, which is relatively good.  Here's an in-depth review with pics, etc.

 

http://www.networkcameracritic.com/?p=2135

 

Also, here's a neat article on Barfcom about how to make your own DVR out of an old eBay-special work PC - pretty neat!

 

http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_6_46/343054_How_To___PC_based_security_camera_DVR.html