Infrared Security Cameras
One of the biggest problems with camera systems has always been producing viable, working images in the dark. However, now with the introduction of infrared security cameras, you can do just that as it is the perfect choice for day or night time video surveillance.
The advantage of infrared security cameras is that this technology enables the cameras to capture images in the dark, through the use of infrared light instead of the regular lighting spectrum. This in turn produces better images in complete darkness or low light conditions.
Night vision cameras tend to record only in black and white, with the use of infrared radiation, which is invisible to the naked eye, but during the day, some of them will record in color.
If you are looking for video surveillance, especially at night, then this really is the best option to pursue, as it helps you obtain a high level of night time security, the time when it matters most.
Infrared cameras are often called ‘night vision’ cameras because they can see at night, but they are still different from Day/Night cameras as the day/night cameras do not have infrared lights built in. The advantage of an infrared security camera is that it will provide a color picture while the light is good but when it gets dark, it will switch to infrared mode and illuminate its built-in infrared LED (light from a different region of the electromagnetic spectrum than we are normally used to seeing) and the image is captured in black and white.
What is interesting to note is the ability of infrared security cameras to capture a good image in low light which is measured as ‘lux’ex, which is the amount of available light necessary for a clear image. Additionally, the lower the light, the better the capability of the camera. The higher the rating, the more light is required for a clear, sharp image from the camera.
It goes without saying that the use of infrared security cameras greatly increases your ability to protect your property. One distinct drawback though is that due to the housing and weatherproofing requirements, their use in outdoor areas is limited. For instance, the camera lens has to be kept against the glass in an outdoor housing otherwise the reflection of the infrared lights on the glass housing case can affect the images. At the same time, there are ways of getting around this limitation.
Overall, infrared security cameras are developing rapidly as they have the ability to monitor and provide security for areas that have little or no light. Furthermore the complexity of the camera system is a personal choice and can grow to meet your growing needs, depending on what the situation demands. Also, these cameras are often lightweight and easy in both use and set up which definitely is an added advantage.
With an infrared camera set up on your property it gives you a feeling of security and nothing is more important than your safety and peace of mind.