Why price varies and what to prioritise
Price differences come from sensor size, lens type (fixed vs varifocal), resolution (2MP, 4MP, 8MP), and whether a camera includes onboard analytics or PoE. For many small businesses and student projects, a quality 4MP PoE dome with local storage offers the best balance of image detail and installation cost. For perimeter or long-range coverage, budget for higher-lumen lenses and IR range rather than chasing the highest megapixel count.













