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C-Mount Camera Guide

By Alberto Marciatto

C-mount security cameras are the original security camera. They were developed in the 1970's and are defined to this day by their boxy mold. This construction was necessary because most of the circuit boards were bigger back then. As chip technology has improved over the years, security camera sizes have shrunk smaller and varied shapes and sizes have been created. with these new technologies, the security camera market is no-longer defined by the c-mount, but rather the bullet camera.

CS-mount security cameras are still some of the most advanced security cameras around, as their size allows them to always support the latest and greatest chip set advances first. As with all technological advances, when a new chip set is developed the first goal is to prove it is possible, and the next step it to make it smaller. Because of this process, c-mount security camera are always the first type of security camera to be able to use a new technological development. Right now, that technology is 1/2 inch chip sets. The majority of other surveillance cameras can only use 1/3 or 1/4 inch chip sets. The size of the chip set is important as it defines two things: how well the surveillance camera can see in low level lighting conditions and the maximum resolution of the camera.

Although making great indoor cameras, cs-mount surveillance cameras face implementation challenges outdoors, as c-mount cameras are very sensitive to wind, rain, and temperature change. They will need special mounting brackets to affix them to outdoor walls.

Infrared cameras excel at seeing in complete darkness, and many other cameras see well in the daytime, but cs-mount security cameras are some of the only cameras that work well in the space between no light and daytime. This ability to record in poor lighting conditions is measured by a camera's lux rating. Lux is the measurement of the amount of light falling on an object. Lower lux ratings means that the security camera can see in darker conditions but generally increases the cost of the security camera.

It needs to be said that c-mount security cameras do not come from the store with a lens, so one will need to be purchased separately. This makes them initially more more expensive and less expensive in the long run, as their lenses can be exchanged to fit another role rather than requiring a completely new camera.

The biggest downfall of a c-mount security camera is that they are hard to use outside. If you want to use a c-mount camera outdoors, you will need a c-mount housing, which will protect it from rain, wind, and other environmental factors. Another piece of equipment you will need is a mounting bracket, this allows you to mount it in a variety of positions and on specialized surfaces. In very extreme conditions (very hot or very cold) a cs-mount surveillance cameras might require specialized housings with heaters or cooling fans built in.

Another great example of the benefits of c-mount surveillance cameras has to do with how banks and government offices use them. The obtrusive style of c-mount surveillance cameras can be used to your advantage, as they are very noticeable and often prevent vandalism by simply alerting all would be assailants that they are being watched.

In summary, In conclusions, c-mount security cameras are the first security camera to turn to if you want a low maintenance, with beautiful video quality, a highly adaptable indoor camera, or a camera that can work even in low lighting. Conversely, If you are looking for an outdoor camera that does not necessitate having the absolute highest quality video or lux rating, you may be better off with a bullet security camera. As far as indoor security cameras go, there is nothing better.

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