The best way to make sure whether a Dahua IP camera is better than the rest available on the market is to go through the reviews of some major brands, compare them and then take an informed decision. Ideally, two of the most popular and biggest brands in the IP camera sector are Dahua and Hikvision, but not in that order
Being very similar line of product with almost the same product specifications, most buyers compare these two brands and end up buying one or the other, but not both. This is because when these two are used simultaneously there can be compatibility issues.
The usability of these two cameras is also the same which is why you will be heading one way or the other. However, you may not have the option to test both which is why reading the reviews is so important to prevent too much coin tossing while making a decision.
There are also other manufacturers out there but it is these two companies that have created a distinct niche. Their products will give you the highest returns for your money, and in most of the cases sellers recommend the first-time buyers to buy a Dahua IP camera when they are confused as to which brand to go for.
Making a comparison
Make a list of the reviews and compare the features, video quality and specifics. This will help you to determine why Dahua IP camera or Hikvision will best fit your needs.
Both of these 4MP cameras come with a common 1/3″ progressive scan CMOS sensor. It is the larger size of this sensor that helps these cameras to perform well in low light as it can gather more light.
Since more pixels are not crammed into it making it smaller, there is no noise, which, ideally, is the bane of low light video. It also reduces the ability of the camera to capture the minute details. Other manufacturers have increased the pixel count from 3 to 4 but have not increased the size of the sensor making it noisy.
It also comes with a true 120dB WDR or Wide Dynamic Range. This enhances the video quality. It can do a minimum illumination of 0.01 lux and 0 lux with the IR on. The fixed lenses have different focal lengths. Hikvision offers 4 mm and 6 mm but Dahua offers 2.8 mm, 3.6 mm and 6 mm.
The protocol support and bitrate in the Dahua IP camera are also unique as it is in Hikvision. It supports both RTSP and ONVIF protocol. The 10 Mbps bitrate of Dahua provides three simultaneous video streams at different resolutions buy the 16 Mbps of Hikvision offers only two.
Interfaces and other features
Motion detection, useful interfaces and latest software are other features that make a Hikvision and Dahua IP camera stand out from the rest available on the market. Both these cameras have:
An RJ-45 Ethernet port.
Power over Ethernet or PoE.
The Dahua IP camera also has a micro SD card slot but none have Wi-Fi or alarm in and out ports. As for the software, the ONVIF and RTSP support feature of the Dahua IP camera will allow you to integrate it with your DIY Smart Home Automation System as well as access the video streams of the security camera.
Basic and advanced motion detection techniques are an important feature of the Dahua IP camera that allows it to detect intrusion as well as line crossing.
The final verdict: the functionality and features of both these cameras warrants a closer look while making your final decision. You may need to pay a bit for a Dahua IP camera.
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