Should security cameras be above or below lights?

Customers often ask us where a security camera should be mounted when it is being placed on the same wall as a spot light / flood light. The installers that purchase surveillance equipment from CCTV Camera Pros agree that it is best to mount video surveillance cameras below and not too close to a spot light.

Do outdoor security cameras have lights?

Most security cameras do not have a flashing red light. A red light gives away where a camera is positioned and the fact that it is there in the first place. Some older security cameras may have included this as a feature but you would be hard pressed to find one that still does.

What is a good outdoor security light?

The best outdoor security light is the Auraglow Sensor Security Light (see the best price for it here). Energy efficient and with an adjustable motion detector, it’s designed to suit a variety of needs. In fact, it’s so adaptable that we think it’ll suit large gardens as much as it will small.

How bright should security lights be?

Motion sensors typically start at 300 lumens, with floodlights usually ranging from 700 to 1300. Anything over 2,000 is very impressive, and probably best suited to garden lights that have been put in place specifically for security purposes. Don’t get too bogged down in the lumens though.

Do security cameras need light at night?

Many security cameras also work in low-light conditions, frequently called day/night cameras. These cameras have image intensifiers that increase the intensity of available light. Unlike infrared cameras, day/night cameras don’t have LED lights, so there must be ambient light in the area.

Do cameras scare burglars?

Security cameras will generally deter and reduce burglary. If you install a security camera, your home is 300 % safer from break-ins than a home without a camera. Criminals don’t want to be watched or recorded-this is one of the major reasons they are so effective.

How do I improve night vision on my security cameras?

10 Ways to Improve Security Camera Night Vision

  1. Add more visible lighting.
  2. Install additional infrared light sources.
  3. Keep bright lights out of the camera’s view.
  4. Reduce or eliminated nearby reflected IR.
  5. Turn off your camera’s built-in IR.
  6. Use the proper camera housing.
  7. Get a better low light camera if you need it.