Current Favorite?

[JLehnert]

Currently have four cameras, one Grandstream (Wired), One Ubiquiti Aircam (wired POE), and two Foscams (Wireless). The Grandstream is excellent. I can't get the AirCam to work with BI (need to start another thread about that). The two Foscams are okay, but I'm rapidly realizing why wireless cameras are NOT recommended. I made sure I had 5 bars of WiFi signal when I installed them, and they still disconnect on a regular basis.

What seems to be the current go-to brand for cameras? Preferably POE, middle of the road quality, compatible with BI without having to jump through hoops.

[Uncle Michael]

My favorite brand is Amcrest. Their newer Sony sensors provide fantastic picture quality. This one isn't cheap, but it's been reliable and the images are excellent.

[Rvtravlr]

Both are turrets (recommended), have English upgradeable firmware and sold by a reputable seller.

With audio:

https://www.amazon.com/EmpireTech-IP...s%2C219&sr=8-2

Without audio:

https://www.amazon.com/EmpireTech-IP...s%2C219&sr=8-1

I have a mix of both and really like them.

[Burrington]

I have 5 Foscam wifi cameras that were continuously disconnecting. Turned out to be my router. I upgrade the router and now the Foscams have been working great for more than two years!

[Fellhahn]

I'm a fan of the Dahua cameras. Great image quality and low light sensitivity for the price:

https://www.amazon.com.au/Dahua-Came...JPAXNK6PYWCCFB

https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

(Those are Australian links but it shows model number and specs).

I have one Amcrest wifi camera for indoor use in the nursery. The similarities in the config pages make me think Amcrest is just re-badging Dahua hardware and firmware in order to sell in western markets?

Edit: Yes Dahua is a Chinese brand, hence why I keep them on a dedicated VLAN with no internet access.

[cc4005]

I also like Amcrest. I have four IP8M2496EB's that have been very reliable.

[Tomgru]

+1 on amcrest, especially on sale. but I also LOVE Hikivision. great prices and work great.