Quick Guide to Video Surveillance Systems Pricing
There are many components to video surveillance systems: cameras, monitors, recorders, and cabling to connect the system. A very rough rule of thumb to use for pricing a complete, installed system is $500 to $1,000 per camera, plus the cost of your recording device. This depends quite a bit on the types of hardware you choose and how you set it up - read on for a more thorough breakdown.
| Cameras |
Basic CCTV cameras: $150 to $250 for brand name cameras
Hidden cameras: $200 to $400
PTZ cameras: $1,500 to $5,000 for one camera and controller |
| Lenses |
Fixed focal length lenses: $100 to $300
Automatic zoom lenses: $800 to $2,000 |
| Recording devices |
DVRs: start at $800 to $1,500 – more expensive the more memory and inputs you add
Time-lapse VCRs: start at $300 to $400 – up to $600 |
| Peripherals |
Housings: $25 to $200, depending on degree of protection
CRT Monitors: $150 to $500; flat panels range from $300 to $5,000 |
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