Looking to buy a cheap 1 room security camera?

JKK

Hi, I am looking to purchase a small, cheap security camera that can be easily hidden. I need to make sure my roommate is not going into my bedroom during the day. Price Limit is $100 & I need something that can record, not just take pictures. Any Reccomendations??

I have been looking at:
Belkin - Netcam Wireless Surveillance Camera, Model: F7D7601
D-Link - Wireless Surveillance Camera, Model: DCS-942L

The only problem is these aren't very small!

Answer
http://www.ipcamprice.com/dlink-baby-monitor-ip-camera-p-350.html

DCS-942L is the smallest I can found from the web, but not good reviews. Are you looking for a SPY camera?

anybody has experience with ip cameras?

Curious Du

So i'm looking to wire up my house for surveillance, I dont need anything too fancy like $200 cameras or so.. I'm looking for something that will just work, I would like it to have pan and tilt, and maybe zoom would be nice.

I have heard about the brand Foscam, do anybody have experience with this? reviews?

And, if not, can anybody recommend a trusted brand ? nothing too expensive, but something that is not cheap either, I will need it to work. I want motion detection and etc.

Answer
Not familiar with the hardware end of things, but if you want pan, zoom & tilt, you're probably going to pay a lot more.
A Wide Angle, with hi-resolution may be cheaper, and still cover a decent area. Check on the "Resolution" for field of view (may be in degrees) to get a comparative idea. Get 2 cams if necessary for full coverage. (some of the items below can handle multiple cams).
For software, here's some free items that work pretty good:
http://www.snapfiles.com/Freeware/security/fwvideosurveillance.html
Pick one you think fits the bill, and hook it up inside the house to try it.
Get another one if it's too hard or doesn't cut the mustard.
Good luck.

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where can i buy really small security cameras for homes???

Alexander

really small security cameras dat no one would be able
to fine dem or see dem at all n i could use dem with my
computer anywhere i am in my house or outside my
houes????

Answer
Check x10.com they have a bunch of home security and automation products.

Question about if I should install security cameras and scanners in my home(after burglary)?

Zendro

Hi, I'm a 20 year old guy, who lives with his parents in a house. :)
So a few days ago we had a burglary in our house when no one was at home, they stole some random stuff like cameras, deodorants, some little money etc.
So now my parents want a camera and some scanners to be installed in our beloved house.
I'm against this idea of instaling a camera and scanner in our house, I also don't like to act out of fear, but rather wait before making the decision of buying this stuff.

My parents' arguments are only based on fear, they argue things like this will give us more protection, the robbers have maybe been taken pictures of your computer, guitars etc. to show their "friends" and maybe come again to take the things their friends were interested in, if you know what I mean. "They can come back for more, now that they know what we have"(They were on scooters, by them coming again my parents mean by car).

What is your thoughts?, have you installed these things in your house, are you against having these cameras and scanners installed?

This is by the first time we've been experiencing a burglary.

Answer
I have security cameras installed in my house for added security. However, cameras and scanners will not make a house burglar proof or even deter burglars. A few things to do to a house is check and make sure all windows are closed and locked. Make sure all exit doors are closed and locked. If they entered through the door by kicking it, maybe invest in a security strike plate. This offers a much stronger strike plate and uses 3 to 4 inch screws instead of the little 1 inch screws a regular strike plate has. Add deadbolts to exit doors. Use the keyed ones. These are the types that have to use a key to lock/unlock on both sides. A homeowner wants to either make their house less eye catching or make it harder and longer to gain access into.

Also, most burglars will not come back to get more. They are impulsive and will go elsewhere to get more.

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