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Originally Posted by Nicke
I got a lot of complaints lately so I need to buy a new one to replace the old one.
Just wanted to know if there is some alternative to Axis network cameras I have been using in the past? I know atleast D-Link have their range of network cameras, but I dont know how good they are.
I would be happy to find a camera that last longer...
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I worked for Alcatel about 10 years ago in their corporate research center for interactive multimedia phones. We took the time to compare a lot of technical details such as frame rate, CCD behavior, zooming, etc. between a lot of manufacturers.
The CCD is the part that makes or breaks the quality.
The SONY cameras had a big edge with the quality of the pictures...
Our analysis was based on the JPEG files from the cameras compared to scanned results from a set of test images for calibrating scanners.
The variance in the DCT variables (the main parameters of a JPEG image) between the camera and the scanner were used as the metric.
I found two cameras that might be a solution, but boy are they pricey: $1,250 for the SNC-Z20N fixed camera with Zoom and $1,350 for the SNC-RZ30N Tilt/Pan/Zoom. These cameras are network based, can support 50 simultaneous users with 4 levels of control:
1) View only
2) Zoom and capture
3) Security based functions
4) Manage
SONY also offers a pressurized dome that should stop the humidity from degrading the lifetime of the camera.
What is your budget Nicke?
Any BM's out there willing to contribute?
I will pledge $100
