TOP 5 720p Surveillance Systems
When searching for an affordable Surveillance system without having to skimp out on quality, it’s always good to narrow the search down to some basic elements. For instance, one of the biggest concerns with respect to surveillance systems that home and business owners have is whether or not their system is going to provide the sort of clarity necessary to prevent or prosecute criminal activity. This means limiting your prospective purchase only to those that can provide high quality video. In this article, I will list the top 5 cameras capable of 720p video resolution.
1. Funlux 4 Wireless 4 PoE 720P HD Surveillance Cameras 8CH NVR Security System 1TB
I list the Funlux system first because of its versatile kit, high quality video and WiFi capable cameras all at the most affordable price. None of the other reviewed systems has WiFi cameras that allow for more flexible camera placement. Moreover, while all the systems reviewed here are capable of 720p video resolution, none can do so at and equally affordable price.
Pricing & Technical Specifications
- * Price: $599.99
- * Free 2-year warranty
- * Lifetime technical support
- * Video: H.264 encoding, 720p HD
- * Display Frames Per Second: 25 FPS
- * Day and Night Display: Electronic IR-Cut Filter
- * Protection Rating: IP65
- * Operation Temperature: 14°F~122°
- * Mobile App for Windows, iOS, and Android.
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2. LOREX 720p camera system with 6 HD security cameras
Lorex is a big player in the surveillance system world and they are known for making quality systems. What keeps them from the top is that their systems do not offer enough novelty to merit paying more when other systems, like the Funlux above, are capable of the same performance (and the Funlux includes 2 additional cameras). One area where LOREX excels is its night vision range, where the range of the cameras reaches 130 feet. When video clarity is a big factor, such night vision achievements are worth noting.
Pricing & Technical Specifications
- * Price: $749.99
- * Free 3-year warranty (cameras only)
- * Technical support available
- * Video: H.264 encoding, 720p HD
- * 1TB Hard drive
- * Display Frames Per Second: 30 FPS
- * Day and Night Display: Electronic IR-Cut Filter
- * Protection Rating: IP66
- * Mobile apps for Windows, iOS, and Android.
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3. SWANN NVR8-7085 8 Channel 720p Network Video Recorder & 8 x NHD-806 Cameras
Swann makes quality cameras and this system is no exception. What puts it behind the competition is its price point. Its cameras record at a crisp 720p and its night vision range is a solid 82 feet, but it simply is not able to package its quality in a way that makes it a realistic value for most consumers. Moreover, as all of its cameras are powered through Ethernet, flexibility in camera placement is stymied by the conspicuous absence of Wifi capable cameras.
Pricing & Technical Specifications
- * Price: $1499.99
- * 12 Month Warranty
- * Technical support available
- * Video: H.264 encoding, 720p HD
- * 2TB Hard drive
- * Display Frames Per Second: up to 30 FPS
- * Day and Night Display: Electronic IR-Cut Filter
- * Protection Rating: IP66
- * Mobile apps for Windows, iOS, and Android.
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4. Q-SEE 8 CHANNEL HD SECURITY SYSTEM WITH 8 HD 720P CAMERAS
The Q-see system is a solid system but it suffers from simply not standing out. There is nothing particularly novel about the system and it doesn’t have any important distinguishing features that warrant it being priced higher than competing brands. Yes, it will see 80ft in the night and yes it has remote access and intelligent motion detection. But where are the Wifi cameras? Why are there no longer cords provided for those looking for more expansive placement? Why pay more if the system is not doing more?
Pricing & Technical Specifications
- * Price: $999.99
- * 2 Year Warranty
- * Lifetime Technical support available
- * Video: H.264 encoding, 720pp HD
- * 2TB Hard drive
- * Display Frames Per Second: 30 FPS
- * Day and Night Display: Electronic IR-Cut Filter
- * Protection Rating: IP66
- * Mobile apps for Windows, iOS, and Android.
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5. Amcrest 720P HDCVI 8CH 2TB DVR Security Camera System w/ 8 x 1MP Bullet Cameras
Amcrest gives us a very affordable product with this surveillance system. It uses coaxial cables that can reach great distances, which is nice. It is not, however, as convenient or as easy as Wifi cameras that need only be near a power outlet and within one’s network range. But when all is said and done, this product provides a solid product at a solid price. If flexibility with camera placement is not a factor for you, this one is worth consideration.
Pricing & Technical Specifications
- * Price: $599.99
- * 2 Year Warranty
- * Technical support available
- * Video: H.264 encoding, 720p HD
- * 2TB Hard drive
- * Display Frames Per Second: 30 FPS
- * Day and Night Display: Electronic IR-Cut Filter
- * Protection Rating: IP66
- * Mobile apps for Windows, iOS, and Android.
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Funlux |
LOREX |
SWANN |
Q-SEE |
Amcrest |
Price |
$599.99 |
$749.99 |
$999.99 |
$999.99 |
$599.99 |
# Cameras |
8 |
6 |
8 |
8 |
8 |
WiFi Cameras |
Yes |
No |
No |
No |
No |
Remote Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Hard Drive Size |
1TB |
1TB |
2TB |
2TB |
2TB |
Weatherproof Cameras |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Motion Detetction |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Night Vision |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Display |
1280 x 720 |
1280 x 720 |
1280 x 720 |
1280 x 720 |
1280 x 720 |
HDMI Port |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Warranty |
2 Years |
3 Years |
1 Year |
2 Years |
2 Years |
Technical Support |
Lifetime |
Available |
Lifetime |
Available |
Available |
There are a lot of great camera systems out there. But if clarity of image is big for you then you are going to want to invest in a 720p camera system or above. When it comes to a quality product at a quality price, I would stick with the Funlux 4 Wireless 4 PoE 720P HD Surveillance Cameras 8CH NVR Security System 1TB.