CCTV

---

If you are thinking about installing a new CCTV (Closed Circuit Television), then you have to decide between an Analogue and IP camera. Understanding how the technologies work and the differences between an Analogue and IP camera will help you make the right choice. 

What is an Analogue Camera Security System?

An analogue security  system begins with a CCD image sensor and then converts the images into a  digital form for processing. But before it can transmit the videos, it  needs to convert back in an analogue form, so analogue devices such as  video recorder and monitor, can receive the videos.

What is an IP Camera Security System?

An IP security system broadcasts their video as a digital stream over  an IP network such as a WAN, LAN, Internet or Intranet. IP cameras  combine the capabilities of cameras and some PC functionalities so that  they don’t require a direct connection to a PC to operate. This means  that an IP Camera can be placed anywhere within a network. 

To sum up, both types of cameras work well in either commercial or  residential security. The IP camera’s advantages are high definition and  enterprise wireless application, while analogue camera’s advantages are  more practical, easy to operate, install and cost-effective. Whether an  analogue or IP is best for you it all depends on the security needs of  your business.