1. Project requirements: First, the specific requirements of the project should be defined, including the scale of the monitoring area, the monitoring objectives, the monitoring contents and requirements, etc. Determine the required camera types according to the requirements, such as fixed camera, pan-tilt camera, spherical camera, etc.
2. Resolution and image quality: The resolution and image quality of the camera determine the clarity and detail expression ability of the image. Generally speaking, the higher the resolution, the better the picture quality, but the appropriate resolution should be determined according to the actual demand and budget.
3. Night vision function: If the project needs night monitoring, the night vision function of the camera is very important. You can choose a camera that supports infrared night vision or low-light night vision to ensure effective monitoring in dark environment.
4. Interface and expansibility: Considering the interface and expansibility of the camera, whether to support interface connection with other devices, such as network interface and storage interface. This can facilitate the link and data transmission with other devices.
5. Brand and cost performance: Dalian Hikvision is one of the well-known brands in the camera industry, and its product quality and performance are relatively reliable. You can refer to the brand's word-of-mouth and user evaluation, and choose products with higher prices.
It should be noted that when choosing a camera, it is best to conduct on-the-spot investigation and demand assessment first, so as to better select the appropriate camera model and configuration.