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How to Choose the Right Security Camera System

Whether you're securing a retail shop, warehouse, office, or multi-site business — the right cameras and recorder depend on your needs. Here's our guide.

1. Pick the right camera type

Bullet cameras — Long-range, weatherproof, visible deterrent. Best for outdoor perimeters, car parks, loading docks.
Dome cameras — Wide-angle, vandal-resistant, discreet. Best for indoor retail, offices, hallways.
Turret/Eyeball cameras — Sharp image quality, no IR reflection. Best for indoor areas with reflective surfaces.
PTZ cameras — Pan-tilt-zoom, motorised. Best for large open areas (warehouses, car parks) where you need active monitoring.
Fisheye/360° cameras — Single-camera full coverage of small rooms. Best for retail counters, lift lobbies.

2. Resolution: 4MP, 6MP, or 8MP?

For 2026, the sweet spot is 6MP-8MP (4K) cameras. They deliver enough detail to identify faces and licence plates, work in low light, and pair perfectly with modern AI analytics. Avoid anything below 4MP unless budget is critical.

3. Choose your recorder (NVR)

Network Video Recorders (NVRs) are sized by camera count and storage:

4-channel NVR — Small office or shop (4 cameras)
8-channel NVR — Medium retail / restaurant / warehouse (5-8 cameras)
16-channel NVR — Larger sites or multi-zone office (9-16 cameras)
32-channel NVR — Multi-site businesses, large warehouses (17-32 cameras)
64+ channel — Enterprise, hotels, schools, factories

Storage rule of thumb: 4-6TB per 8 cameras for 30 days of motion-recorded 4K footage.

4. AI analytics — worth it?

Yes. Modern Hikvision AcuSense, Dahua WizSense, and Axis OS analytics dramatically reduce false alerts (no more 3am rain-triggered notifications) and enable advanced features like person/vehicle detection, line crossing, intrusion zones, and licence plate recognition. Compare Hikvision vs Dahua →

5. Don't forget the install costs

Cameras are 60% of the budget; the rest is cable runs, mounting, network config, and labour. Most Australian installers charge $150-$300 per camera installed. PoE-powered cameras simplify wiring (single Cat6 cable for power + data).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hikvision or Dahua — which is better?

Both are top-tier with excellent image quality. Hikvision (with AcuSense AI) tends to lead on out-of-the-box smart detection and has a slightly more polished mobile app. Dahua (WizSense/WizMind) is often more cost-effective and has stronger PTZ models. Our full comparison guide breaks down the differences.

Are these cameras legal to install in Australia?

Yes — all products we sell are compliant with Australian standards. Note that the Australian Government has restricted Hikvision and Dahua from certain federal/government sites. For private business, residential, or commercial use, both brands are widely deployed and fully legal. Workplaces must inform employees about CCTV under state/territory surveillance laws.

Do I need an internet connection for cameras?

No — local CCTV systems (NVR + cameras) work fully offline. Internet is only required for remote viewing via mobile app, cloud backup, or remote firmware updates. We recommend always having local recording (NVR or SD card) so footage isn't dependent on internet uptime.

How long does footage stay recorded?

Depends on storage size, camera count, resolution, and motion vs continuous recording. As a guide: a 4TB NVR with 8 × 4K cameras using motion-only recording stores ~30 days. Continuous 4K recording cuts that to ~7 days. Most businesses use motion-recording for 30-60 day retention.

Do you offer installer pricing?

Yes — registered Australian security installers receive trade pricing on volume orders. Contact us with your business ABN and installer credentials.