Home security cameras

[Obiron]

The wife and I are considering getting some cameras for home use, and I'd like to hear some of your experiences if you have them. I don't care about HD, just something to keep an eye on the dogs, and eventually kids, and maybe point one at the front door for actual security. I'm not really a fan of the all-in-one DVR solutions as they typically seem to use coax. Wireless is preferable, but aside from the front door I have ethernet throughout the house so that is an option. I'm looking at around $50. For that range, D-Link seems to be the most popular on newegg with 4 eggs. But they still have their complaints, so I'd be interested in what others are using.

DCS-930L - Basic camera
DCS-931L - Adds Wi-Fi extender (don't care) and sound
DCS-932L - Adds night vision, which gets mixed reviews

Thoughts?

[octopus]

I use Foscam ones, and they work pretty well for me.

[Obiron]

Thanks, that suggestion led me to this. It might be closer to $70 to get a good camera from them, but that's not out of the question. How is the software? That's one of the most common complaints with D-Link, is that their software is a pain and it won't support any other type of camera.

[octopus]

Their web interface is ugly but works fine. There are good iOS and android apps (you'll probably use mobile apps to check on your house anyway while on the go):

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/camv...416551665?mt=8
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d....dvr.pro&hl=en

[SephYuyX]

2nd Foscam.

[Obiron]

Thanks for the input. The Foscam reviewers do tend to be happier with the night vision, so that's a plus. It sounds like the D-Link tends to switch over to night mode when there is still plenty of light available.

Edit: Out of curiosity, what model(s) do you guys have? For price and features, the Foscam FI8910W looks good, but I'm still looking.

[octopus]

I have an older model 8918W, but I recommended 8910W to my parents and they're happy with it (and its quite a bit faster than mine)

[bluefan]

I've been eyeing this one on Kickstarter when it went up, seems promising. It is kickstarter though, so there may be pit falls to it.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects...?ref=discovery

[octopus]

Wow that looks pretty cool.

[SephYuyX]

Does Blink Wrok Outside?
While Blink can be placed anywhere it's able to communicate with the Sync Module, the initial system is not designed to be weather-proof and we've yet to test for or establish temperature or humidity thresholds. However, we're excited about the opportunity to introduce outdoor-compatible products and accessories in the future.

Meh. Will wait and see.

[mistmonster]

2nd Foscam.

3rd Foscam. I have these cams internal and external all over the damn county. We love them.

Edit: I use these which are a little more than you want to pay but you asked http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[octopus]

How's the h.264 quality? I've always wanted a h.264 one for myself lol

[mistmonster]

It's the clearest I have seen yet, only downside is that the higher bandwidth demand is noticeable. I have the older ones and the newer ones installed at one site, I can try to grab a picture later

[Obiron]

I went ahead and ordered the 8910. Starting with one to test, and I'll maybe get more if I like it. That 9831 is cheaper than I expected for the resolution, but I'm not concerned with HD yet. Maybe down the road.