IP Security Cameras
Our IP camera line covers the form factors integrators actually deploy on commercial jobs: fixed domes for interior coverage, bullets for perimeter and parking runs, vandal-resistant housings for exposed elevations, multi-sensor units that replace several single-lens cameras on one cable drop, and license plate recognition cameras for gates and entry lanes.
When you select a camera, work backwards from the scene rather than from the megapixel count. Determine the pixel density you need on target, then confirm the lens range covers that distance from your mounting position. Higher resolution sensors capture more detail but also raise bitrate, which affects both switch uplinks and recorder storage. Plan storage and network capacity before you finalize the camera count.
Every camera here is PoE powered, so the switch feeding it has to supply the correct class of power with headroom for heaters and IR illuminators in cold weather. If you are sizing the network side of the install, our PoE switch and injector categories cover the power budget details, and our VMS server line covers recording and retention.
Not sure which model fits a specific site? Send us the scene distances, mounting heights and retention requirement and our team will spec it with you.
IP Cameras we stock
- 4MP NDAA License Plate Recognition Camera — $1199.99
- 4MP Mini IR Bullet Camera — $185.0
- Junction Box for NSS-MB Series Cameras — $25.0
- 4MP AI Bullet Camera — $165.0
- Junction Box for NSS-BUL Series Cameras — $25.0
- 4MP AI Vandal Dome Camera — $75.0
- Junction Box for NSS-VD Series Dome Cameras — $25.0
- 4MP AI PTZ Camera — $999.99
- Wall Mount for NSS-PTZ Series Cameras — $75.0
- 5MP AI Fisheye Dome Camera — $650.0
- Junction Box for NSS-FISH-5MP Cameras — $25.0
- 12MP AI Fisheye Dome Camera — $950.0
- Junction Box for NSS-FISH-12MP Cameras — $25.0
- Uniview 20MP AI Multi-Lens Dome Camera — $1975.0
- Pendant Cap Adapter for UNV-MULTILENS-20MP — $55.0
- Wall Mount for UNV-MULTILENS-20MP — $85.0
IP Camera Buyer's Guide
How installers choose the right commercial IP camera: form factor, resolution vs. pixel density, lens, low-light performance, analytics and compliance.
Choose the form factor for the mounting location
Form factor is dictated by where the camera mounts and how exposed it is, not by preference.
| Form factor | Best for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Dome / vandal dome | Interiors, low ceilings, reachable exterior soffits | IR reflection off a dirty bubble |
| Bullet | Perimeters, parking lots, long fence lines | Easier to redirect or tamper with |
| Turret (eyeball) | General exterior, no bubble glare | Needs a clear mount surface |
| Multi-sensor | Corners and large open areas from one drop | Higher bitrate and PoE draw |
| LPR | Gates, entry lanes, drive-throughs | Angle, shutter speed and plate distance |
Resolution vs. pixel density
Megapixels alone do not tell you whether you can identify a person. What matters is pixels per foot (PPF) on the target. A common rule of thumb: about 20–40 PPF to observe, 40–80 PPF to recognize, and 80+ PPF to positively identify. License plates typically need higher density plus a fast shutter.
Doubling the field of view halves the pixel density. A 4MP camera zoomed tight on a doorway often beats an 8MP camera covering an entire lot.
Lens and focal length
Wide fixed lenses (around 2.8mm) cover rooms and short areas. Varifocal or motorized zoom lenses let you tune the field of view on site — the right choice when distances are uncertain or targets are 30+ feet away.
Low-light performance
Larger sensors and wider apertures gather more light. Check the rated IR range against your real target distance and remember IR range falls off in rain, snow and fog. For color at night, look for low-light color technology or supplemental white light.
Compression, bitrate and storage
H.265 roughly halves bandwidth vs. H.264 at similar quality. Bitrate drives both switch uplink sizing and recorder storage — plan both before you finalize the camera count.
Compliance and integration
All cameras and NVR recorders we sell are NDAA compliant — required for federal jobs and increasingly requested on commercial and municipal bids. Confirm ONVIF profile support (S for streaming, G for edge recording, T for H.265/advanced streaming) when pairing with a third-party VMS.
Installer checklist
- Mounting height and target distance measured
- Required PPF for observe / recognize / identify
- Lens range covers target at the mounting position
- IR range verified for night coverage
- PoE class confirmed against switch budget
- Bitrate estimated for storage and uplinks
- NDAA and ONVIF requirements confirmed for the bid
Frequently asked questions
Are your cameras NDAA compliant?
Yes. All cameras and NVR recorders we sell are NDAA compliant.
What warranty do cameras carry?
Cameras and recorders carry a 3-year warranty. Other products carry a 1-year warranty.
Will these cameras work with my VMS?
Cameras that support ONVIF work with most ONVIF-based VMS platforms. Contact us with your VMS and version to confirm before ordering.
How fast do orders ship?
Standard delivery is UPS Ground, usually 5–7 business days. Rates are calculated at checkout. 2-day and overnight shipping are available by quote — contact our sales team.