Bullet Security Cameras: the Flexible Outdoor Camera

Flexibility matters: that’s the idea behind a Bullet security camera. Most bullet Cameras have both day/night viewing. Bullet Security Camera Video Quality is based on Chip Set and Resolution. Higher resolutions mean sharper video quality. A larger chip-sets (they range from 1/4″ to 1/3″) means the camera will have a higher video quality because it can absorb more light.

Not all security cameras are ugly, obtrusive cameras. Bullet Security Cameras are known for their size, as many models can even fit into the palm of your hand. Bullet Security Cameras are light weight and are easy on the eyes. Their size also makes them less obvious.

Unlike many security cameras, bullet cameras can be used in almost any condition. Indoors or outdoors, in heat, in the cold, in the rain, in the wind — bullet cameras can handle the elements. Many can operate in temperatures ranging from 200 degrees Celsius to -20 degrees Celsius. They can even survive hurricane conditions and will generally declare the wind speed at which they will still operate.

Some bullet cameras use infrared sensors that can detect when to kick on the infrared lights and automatically kick them into gear. Infrared security cameras allows you to have high resolution black and white video at night time.

Bullet security camera models also differ by the number of LED lights that they have on them. When picking a model, it is important to know the location that you are going to install it, as bullet security cameras with more than 12 LED lights should not be used indoors as the amount of light that will reflect off of interior walls will wash out the video when it is in infrared mode.

About the only limitation that bullet cameras have has to do with reflective surfaces. Large windows, even windows in doors, or even some reflective paints can cause the infrared sensors to malfunction. Obviously, most bullet cameras installed outdoors do not face these issues.

You may need to also make another determination when selecting a bullet security camera model; there are two types of lenses available. And although most models can use either, this is not always the case, so if you want maximum flexibility it is important to purchase a model that can use both fixed and variable focus lenses. A fixed lens allows for one viewing angle, and a variable lens allows the security personnel to adjust for different distances.

A bullet camera allows a security expert to purchase one product that can be used for almost any purpose that arises. It is truly the jack-of-all-trades in the security camera world. Because of this, bullet cameras are often the most economical solution to evolving security needs.

For more information please see our models and reviews about bullet cameras.