Specialty Cameras
Specialty cameras solve unique surveillance challenges with purpose-built designs—from compact cube and ball styles to tower, height strip, door frame, wedge, flush-mount, sign, and peephole options—plus inspection cameras for tight spaces and other shapes for custom installs. For smooth VMS/NVR integration choose ONVIF-ready models, and match the environment with weather-resistant or vandal-resistant housings.
Featured Specialty Camera Manufacturers
- $161.62SKU: DS-2CD2443G2-I-2-8mm
Hikvision DS-2CD2443G2-I-2.8MM 4 Megapixel Acusense Built-In Mic Fixed Cube Network Camera
- High quality imaging with 4 MP resolution
- Clear imaging against strong backlight due to 120 dB WDR technology
- Efficient H.265+ compression technology
- Focus on human and vehicle classification based on deep learning
- Provide real-time security via built-in two-way audio
$161.62Low Price Guarantee - $91.32SKU: DS-2CE38D8T-PIR 2.8MM
Hikvision DS-2CE38D8T-PIR 2.8MM 1080p HD-TVI Indoor IR Specialty Cube Camera, 2.8mm Lens
- 2 MP high performance CMOS
- Ultra-low light
- 1920 × 1080 resolution
- 2.8 mm fixed focal lens
- PIR detection
$91.32Low Price Guarantee - $82.21SKU: DS-UC2
Hikvision DS-UC2 2 Megapixel Web Camera with 3.6mm Lens
- High quality imaging with 1920 × 1080 resolution
- Low distortion lens for reducing image distortion
- Built-in dual-microphone with clear sound
- USB Type-C interface, supporting USB 2.0 protocols
- Plug-and-play, no need to install driver software
$82.21Low Price Guarantee - $700.05SKU: DS-2CD6825G0-C-IVS
Hikvision DS-2CD6825G0-C-IVS 2 Megapixel Outdoor Dual-Lens People Counting Density Camera, 2mm Lens
- 1/2.7" Progressive Scan CMOS
- Up to 1920 x 1080 Resolution
- 2 mm Fixed Lens
- H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264
- 3D Digital Noise Reduction
$700.05Low Price Guarantee - $465.45SKU: DS-2CD6425G1-20-E-3-7mm
Hikvision DS-2CD6425G1-20-E-3.7MM Separated Network Camera with 3.7mm Lens
- High quality imaging with 2 MP resolution
- Efficient H.265+ compression technology to save bandwidth and storage
- Clear imaging against strong back light due to 120 dB true WDR technology
- Audio and alarm interface available
- 3D DNR technology delivers clean and sharp images
$465.45Low Price Guarantee - $464.00SKU: DS-U102-3-1-15-5mm
Hikvision DS-U102-3.1-15.5mm 2 Megapixel Video Conference Camera with 3.1-15.5mm Lens
- 2 MP CMOS
- High quality imaging with 1920 × 1080 resolution
- 3.1 mm to 15.5 mm varifocal lens, auto focus
- Min. Illumination: 0.1 Lux @ (F1.2, AGC ON)
- Clear imaging against strong back light due to 120 dB true WDR technology
$464.00Low Price Guarantee - $137.72SKU: DS-UL4
Hikvision DS-UL4 2K Live Web Camera with 3.6mm Lens
- High quality imaging with 2560 × 1440 resolution
- Built-in supplement light for bright imaging
- Low distortion lens for reducing image distortion
- Built-in microphone with clear sound
- Type-C interface, supporting USB 2.0 protocols
- Plug-and-play, no need to install driver software
$137.72Low Price Guarantee - $122.27SKU: DS-UC4
Hikvision DS-UC4 4 Megapixel Web Camera with 3.6mm Lens
- High quality imaging with 2560 × 1440 resolution
- Low distortion lens for reducing image distortion
- Built-in dual-microphone with clear sound
- USB Type-C interface, supporting USB 2.0 protocols
- Plug-and-play, no need to install driver software
$122.27Low Price Guarantee - $59.37SKU: DS-U02P
Hikvision DS-U02P 2 Megapixel Web Camera with 3.6mm Lens
- 2 MP CMOS
- High quality imaging with 1920 × 1080 resolution
- Min. illumination: 0.1 Lux @ (F1.2, AGC ON)
- AGC for self-adaptive brightness
- Built-in microphone with clear sound
$59.37Low Price Guarantee - $113.00SKU: DFB-D
Ganz DFB-D Door Frame Camera, Black Housing, 4" length, No camera
- Door Frame Camera
- Black Housing
- 4" length
$113.00Low Price Guarantee - $5,740.33SKU: MX-M15D-Thermal-L43
Mobotix MX-M15D-Thermal-L43 IP Thermographic Network Camera 6 Megapixel L43 Sensor Module
- High-end thermografic camera with L43 thermal sensor of typically 50 mK and Max. image size (Thermal image) 336 x 252 pixel
- Temperature measuring range of -40 to +550°C/-40 to +1022°F
- The thermal sensor is capable of detecting in complete darkness and/or through smoke, smog, or a thin plastic film (limited during thick fog); applications include border protection: view of the sea in coastal areas, ships in the distance can be recognized in hazy conditions.
- The combination with the MxActivitySensor in particular delivers extremely reliable video analysis results of person/vehicle movements, as it is now possible to block out disruptive factors such as regular movements of "cold" objects such as bushes, grass, water, clouds, waves etc.
- No glare from strong sources of light (such as headlights, hand-held lamps).
$5,740.33Low Price Guarantee - $99.99SKU: Tapo-D225
TP-Link Tapo D225 Tapo Video Doorbell Camera
- Flexible Power Options: Operate in wire-free mode and enjoy 8 months of battery life on a single charge or use hardwired mode for 24/7 monitoring.
- Expansive Head-to-Toe Views: The 180° field of view better identifies visitors and delivery couriers for ultimate entryway security and entire front yard views.
- 2K QHD Live Video: See everything that occurs on your doorstep in stunning clarity to capture crucial details.
- Ring Call - Never Miss a Visitor: Receive a phone call to conveniently answer your door without opening up the Tapo app.
- Smarter Detection, No Subscription Required: Smart AI accurately alerts you to people, packages, and vehicles detected in frame - all with no monthly fees.
$99.99Low Price Guarantee - $1,051.52SKU: MX-M25M-Sec-CSVario
Mobotix MX-M25M-Sec-CSVario AllroundMono IP Camera with Day Sensor & 29-64mm CSVario Lens
- IP camera with image sensor and CSVario lens (CS mount)
- Image sensor: 1/2.5″ CMOS, 5 megapixels, color (day)
- Lens: CSVario, horizontal image angle 28° to 58° (manually adjustable)
- Max. image size: 5MP (2592 x 1944 pixels)
- Operating conditions: IP66, -30 to +50°C (-22 to 122°F)
$1,051.52Low Price Guarantee - $259.95SKU: ISD-A15S-TDN
Ikegami ISD-A15S-TDN 700 TVL Hyper-Dynamic, High Resolution Compact Cube Camera, No Lens
- Hyper Wide Light Dynamic Range (Hyper WDR)
- Automatic White Balance
- High-quality Picture and High Resolution
- Automatic Sensitivity Control
- Scene File Function (4 positions)
$259.95Low Price Guarantee - $6,089.76SKU: Mx-M16TB-EST237
Mobotix Mx-M16TB-EST237 6 Megapixel Outdoor Network Thermographic Camera TR (EST), 50 mK, R237 (17°)
- ONVIF-compliant Mx6 system platform (2nd generation) with H.264, MxPEG+ and M-JPEG
- Highly sensitive thermal image sensor: NETD typ. 50 mK, <79 mK, IR range 7.5 to 13.5 micrometer, uncooled micro bolometer, up to 9 frames per second
- Image size (thermal): 336 x 252 pixels (can be scaled up)
- IP66/IK07, -40 to 60°C (-40 to 140°F)
- Internal DVR: 4 GB MicroSD
$6,089.76Low Price Guarantee - $2,254.50SKU: Q960
ACTi Q960 6 Megapixel Indoor Metadata Camera with Built-in People Counting, 2mm Lens
- 0.6 Megapixel Metadata Camera
- Built-in People Counting
- Event trigger, response and notification
$2,254.50Low Price Guarantee - $1,256.59SKU: Mx-M73A-RJ45-wg
Mobotix Mx-M73A-RJ45-wg 3840 X 2160 Network Indoor / Outdoor Specialty Camera, No Lens
- Platform with the most flexible codec support: H.264, H.265*, MxPEG+ and MJPEG
- ONVIF Profile S and T conformity guarantees utmost interoperability
- Increased modularity with flexible usage of a combination of up to three sensor or functional modules
- 4K UHD resolution
- Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) with up to 120 dB >
$1,256.59Low Price Guarantee - $393.00SKU: E13A
ACTi E13A 5 Megapixel Indoor Network Cube Camera, 2.8mm Lens
- 5 Megapixel with 1080p
- Fixed Lens with f2.8mm / F2.0
- Basic WDR (74 dB)
- 30 fps at 1920 x 1080
- Wide Angle
$393.00Low Price Guarantee - $240.30SKU: E17
ACTi E17 3 Megapixel Indoor Specialty Cube Camera, 2.8mm Lens
- 3 Megapixel
- Fixed Lens with f2.8mm/F1.8
- Extreme WDR
- H.265 Compression
- Super wide angle
$240.30Low Price Guarantee - $64.55SKU: EV-N2506-2W4Q
Seco-Larm EV-N2506-2W4Q 5 Megapixel Outdoor IP Fixed Turret Camera, 2.8mm Lens
- 1/2.7" 5MP SMARTSENS CMOS
- H.265/H.264, Tri-stream IP Camera
- 12VDC, PoE 802.3af
- True Day & Night function with ICR mechanism
- Max. 20FPS/5MP, 1440p (2592x1944)
$64.55Low Price Guarantee
Specialty Cameras Frequently Asked Questions
What are specialty cameras used for?
Specialty cameras are designed for specific applications that standard cameras may not effectively handle. They can include body cameras for law enforcement, doorbell cameras for home security, and height strip cameras for monitoring entry points. These cameras often come with unique features tailored to their intended use, such as enhanced night vision, specific lens types, or specialized mounting options.
How do I choose the right specialty camera for my home?
Choosing the right specialty camera involves assessing your specific needs and the areas you want to monitor. Consider factors such as resolution, field of view, and whether you need features like night vision or two-way audio. Additionally, think about the installation location and whether you prefer wired or wireless options, as well as compatibility with existing security systems.
Are specialty cameras weatherproof?
Many specialty cameras are designed to be weatherproof, especially those intended for outdoor use. Look for cameras with an IP rating, such as IP66 or IP67, which indicate resistance to dust and water. This ensures that the camera can withstand various environmental conditions, including rain, snow, and extreme temperatures, making them suitable for outdoor surveillance.
Can specialty cameras be integrated with my smart home system?
Yes, many specialty cameras are designed to integrate seamlessly with smart home systems. Look for cameras that support Wi-Fi connectivity and are compatible with popular smart home platforms like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. This allows you to control the cameras remotely, receive alerts, and view live footage from your smartphone or tablet.
What is the average lifespan of a specialty camera?
The average lifespan of a specialty camera varies based on its quality, usage, and environmental conditions. Generally, a well-maintained camera can last anywhere from 5 to 10 years. Factors such as weather exposure, installation quality, and technology advancements can affect longevity. Regular maintenance and updates can help extend the life of your surveillance equipment.
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