Best Network Cameras to use with Netcam Studio in 2020

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Hi Guys,
Here we will publish reviews/feedback for some cameras that work well with Netcam Studio www.netcamstudio.com .
If you have your own experience with cameras that works well, please write some informative text here.
Thanks,
Henrik

There are many many many cameras out there that works very well with Netcam Studio. It is impossible to test them all. So here are just a handfull that I like. Read also the topic here in forum about Network Cameras where you can find many opinions and help to get a camera to work.

1 Hikvision
More specific DS-2CD2442FWD-IW is a camera I use a lot in different systems and also recommend. Just that model is old and replaced with new ones, but how the new works is the same. It connects very easy to Netcam Studio (NCS) using the tab for ONVIF Source. After login to the camera you have available formats and resolutions. If you login to the web client of the camera you can configure many parameters where resolution and video quality are the more used settings.
In the same place where you add the camera in NCS you can also set FPS, Frames Per Second, and Resolution that are used in NCS. This is important to get the best performance from NCS and the used computer.

2.D-link
D-link has been around for many years and I have been using them a lot. Both with and with out PTZ. The models that I have used like DCS-932L, DCS-942L and DCS-5020L (PTZ). I add them to NCS by the tab for Network Camera and a predefined template or with the tab for Custom URL since i have the specific URL. These cameras are also old today and there are new models, but they have been working fine for many years. I am not sure if D-link use the standard ONVIF, but I hope they will do that soon since it makes life so much easier :slight_smile:.

3.TP-link Tapo 310
Recommendation from a user.
Here is a great cameras for super cheap Tapo C310 | Outdoor Security Wi-Fi Camera | TP-Link United Kingdom
Supporting ONVIF and RTSP streams.
The image quality is great even at night.
Easiest is to connect to Netcam Studio with the tab for ONVIF Source.
You can also use the tab for Custom URL setting stream type to rtsp_tcp and Address to:
-for a 1080P (1920x1080) stream1: rtsp://username:password@IP Address:554/stream1
-for a 360P (640x360) stream2: rtsp://username:password@IP Address:554/stream2
More info here https://www.tapo.com/en/faq/34/

4.more cams to come!

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I’m recommending:

  • Wyze Cam v2 with RTSP firmware
    Available for $19.99 USD from the Wyze store, with more availability by Amazon, this cheap camera can have its firmware flashed to support RTSP. Doing this will allow the feed to easily be added to Netcam Studio. These cameras are cheap, stable, and work well - and are easy to set up for a standard home environment.
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I have new Cameras installed called KAMOX.
They support ONVIF and work at 25 fps with Netcam Studio.
Camera supports 4K Video with motor zoom and is about 200 EUR.
I attached pictures to show the excellent night view.

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I have been using 3 different model outdoor rated Network Cameras made by SV3C with NCS. The POE features of 2 of the models make installation easy, since you only have to run network cable to the camera, and the other end to the POE Switch. I installed 2 cameras over a year ago, and they have been functioning without any problems. So I bought 3 more cameras (2 different models). I purchased all of them from Amazon.com.

I have also been using a very inexpensive YI Cloud Dome Camera with NCS but after a year, one of them is having trouble with the IR switch.

These are good cameras: (home page https://sv3c.com/poe-ip-camera/ )

  • WIRELESS IP CAMERA SD6W-1080PS-HX

  • POE IP CAMERA SV-D02POE-1080P-A

  • POE IP CAMERA SV-B01POE-1080P

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I’ve had great success with HOSAFE ONVIF 1080P cameras, and also the Floureon 1080P both appear to be based on ipcam xin very inexpensive and fully ONVIF compatible. In case this helps anyone! :grinning:

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I’ve been using Netcam Studio with Panasonic WV-NW964 and Panasonic BB-HCM580A cameras for over 6 years, and I’m extremely happy with the results.

Last year I upgraded a couple Panasonic WV-NW964 cameras to Panasonic WV-SW397A (1280 x 720) and WV-SW598 (1920 x 1080) cameras and had problems with the quality of the recorded videos. This wasn’t a Netcam issue but a combination of camera configurations, NCS settings and my computer hardware’s limitations.

So I contacted NCS, and Henrik quickly responded with helpful suggestions that immediately resolved the issues…

My point here is that not only is NCS an excellent product, but the support is exceptional. I am very impressed… Thank you Henrik!!

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Hi Henrik,
We are using netcam for two computers to call each other and stay connected all the time, so each party can see the other side…
At the moment we are using Logitech webcams, but we are not happy with the frame rate we are getting. Both servers is registered, and out speed is 500 Mbps for both location. Both of the computers are Dell Optiplex 3060 with 16 gb of ram.
But still, the view is not smooth, per the netcams information section below of the window we are getting 9/30 fps sometimes 15/30.
Which settings we should change or what type of camera we should use to view smoothly without skipping/jumping frames…

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Hi,
The figure 9/30 is number of FPS processed internally in NCS / number of FPS received from the camera. The first number will vary a lot. The last FPS should be stable if the data link is stable. It can vary from the camera so check that on the sending computer.
If it’s realtime streaming you are looking for then go for other hardware components not involving computers. Windows do a lot of background jobs that one cannot control.
-Henrik

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Hi Henrik,
Thank you so much. The main problem was I had chosen the CPU for decoding and encoding…I choose GPU Hardware acceleration and the video is very smooth now.

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I am also using s3vc cameras. The HX series that are wifi, but not wireless. Using ONVIF and work great for my usage. The newer ones have better quality and two-way audio.

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Inexpensive. Decent support, generally reply to email requests within 24hrs. I believe they are in China, english is a little broken.

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I want a PTZ Cameras, but know even by brand name not all are the same, it is suggested these are good: Tapo C310 | Outdoor Security Wi-Fi Camera | TP-Link but they are fixed. Tapo makes one I like: Tapo C520WS… and it is a PTZ model, is it good as well??

Better, can you list PTZ cameras I am getting crossed eyed checking every listing…

Rich

PS D-Link only make three cameras now and the PTZ is near $100.00 and sold out.

The DCS-5020L (PTZ) is listed as indoor only.

More findings: Tapo C520WS V1 need 9V plug in power.

TOOK a lot to find THAT out, had to download the MANUAL to find out.

I am looking for a like camera with solar power or good long lasting batteries, I want a system that will be working even if the grid goes down, or someone cuts power.

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Hi Henrik,
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SO if I run POE PTZ cameras do I even need worry about the ONVIF Source??

It looks like I can get better cameras and be 100% secure cheaper??

Suggested POE Cameras??

Rich

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PoE and ONVIF has nothing do to with each other. PoE is just how the camera get it’s power. PoE means that the camera is powered over the LAN cable from a PoE switch.
ONVIF is how the camera and NCS communicate with each other. When adding the camera use the tab for ONVIF Source.
There are many cameras out there. To be safe buy from a well known brand. Cheap cameras might work, but sometimes they only support their own apps or comply with only part of ONVIF, usually not PTZ.

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Hi Henrik,

Thanks for getting back with me on this.

Am I correct that a Hard Wired system is easily to set up and to maintain communication with in my system??

Please suggest good cameras that will work, for as you said “Cheap cameras might work, but sometimes they only support their own apps or comply with only part of ONVIF, usually not PTZ.”

I cannot figure out how to spot the liers…

Rich

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So I am trying ChatGPT/OpenAI @ https://openai.com/chatgpt/.

I am finding this system to be fairly good at data searching.

In this case I asked:

Hoping going to POE and dropping battery’s, solar, and WiFi will mean lower cost good cameras for a home security system.

So looking for low cost POE PTZ good brand name outdoor cameras that are FULLY ONVIF compliant.

This is the answer I received:

"For outdoor use, it’s important to choose POE PTZ cameras that are weatherproof and durable. Here are some good options:

  1. Hikvision DS-2DE2A404IW-DE3/W:
  • Features: 4MP resolution, 4x optical zoom, IP66 weatherproof rating.
  • ONVIF Compliance: Fully ONVIF compliant.
  • Price: Typically around $150-$200.
  1. Dahua SD22204T-GN-W:
  • Features: 2MP resolution, 4x optical zoom, IP66 weatherproof rating.
  • ONVIF Compliance: Fully ONVIF compliant.
  • Price: Around $130-$180.
  1. Reolink RLC-423:
  • Features: 5MP resolution, 4x optical zoom, IP66 weatherproof rating.
  • ONVIF Compliance: Fully ONVIF compliant.
  • Price: Around $250.
  1. Amcrest IP4M-1051EW (POE version):
  • Features: 4MP resolution, 12x optical zoom, IP66 weatherproof rating.
  • ONVIF Compliance: Fully ONVIF compliant.
  • Price: Around $200."

All these models are designed for outdoor use, offering protection against dust, rain, and harsh weather conditions while still being budget-friendly and fully ONVIF compliant.

So I now ask: As all of these name brand companies are unknown to me, has anyone here used them and what were they like??

Thanks all.

Rich

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Hello,
All these are good quality brands that I have been working with in different systems. Not the specific models though.

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Hoping going to POE and dropping battery’s, solar, and WiFi will mean lower cost good cameras for a home security system.

So looking for low cost POE PTZ good brand name outdoor cameras that are FULLY ONVIF compliant.

So trying to insure full yard coverage and alarms, I have been suggested I use a POE 360-Degree Fisheye and Panoramic IP Security Cameras that are fully ONVIF compliant, thus it can “see” everything and sense any programed movement like zones and humans and start recordings and alarms.

I get the feeling that a PTZ camera should be used then for good high res pictures and wonder if the program can turn the PTZ camera to look at what the fisheye sees?

I am under the impression that a PTZ camera can only “see” what is in it narrow field of vision, and not behind its “head”, or do some cameras have 360 motion detection??

It looks like it will take only2 cameras to cover the back yard, but I THINK this set up covers the yards better…One to spot an intruder and the other to track and “SEE” him/them??

Leaving the two side yards uncovered unless I add two more fisheye cameras there.

And I lean towards three front cameras, two PTZ on the two front corners able to turn and look on the two side yards as well and cover also cover the whole front yard and one fisheye to insure alerts covering the whole front yard 24/7.

And the two fisheyes to give alerts of intruders that might jump the side yard wall.

I THINK the fisheye lacking motor drives run cheaper….

None the less, that is three PTZ cameras and four fisheye cameras.

Now I really need cameras around $50.00 each…around $350.00 to $400.00

ALL able to run off battery backups (Power for the PC etc.)for a few minutes as I fire up the power generator and provide full power to the house when /if the grid goes down.

And running on the only current power system that is almost fail proof, natural gas, I can figure on have full power for weeks…

Rich

PS I really need help finding OK to good cameras…

PPS I have been hunting all morning…

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OK Reducing to just what is really needed, I think I can get by with just four fisheyes.

After all, all I really need is to be alerted and see what intruders are doing.

Loving close ups in color are not really needed.

So a new question is can the image from a fish-eye be zoomed??

And again any suggestions for low good 190 to 360 fish-eye cameras.

Rich

PS any chance this system can also be set to respond the break ins with a motion sensors etc.

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Netcam Studio do not have correction for that type of cameras.

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I do not understand.

Correction as in unable to enlarge fisheye images?

Or unable to use fisheye video as alerts, or selection of field of response? Map out area of “seeing”?

In my quest to cover my whole property, to cover all of it the best, for my cameras to see more of less 360 degrees, thus to not have a pan and tilt camera looking at my side yard and miss action behind its field of vision I was told my best bet was fisheye cameras.

I was considering a field of vision more like wide screen field of vision like an old wide screen movie over a full 360 view.

After all I do not need views of the sky or ground. I was kind of thinking or blocking off such wasted parts of say a 360 mounted fisheye camera sideways on a wall.

Please advise.

How do I cover wide areas of a yard?

Rich