Security cameras. They’re static, rotating; hanging off the ceiling, sitting on a shelf; hidden, visible; indoors, outdoors. Whether in your home or place of business, security cameras are a part of the world we live in. No matter where or how they are used, they see and capture things we’d rather not see but are thankful for, nonetheless.
Within these security cameras, the memory card is the vital piece of tech that allows us to see what the camera saw and recorded. We are, after all, capturing video that could prove necessary and useful at some point. So, it’s important to make sure images are clean and clear.
So, how do we assure ourselves that we are purchasing a memory card that suits our needs and provides quality images? We do our homework and check out a few critical features such as the capacity, speed, and durability of the cards that interest us. After that, choose a brand we trust.
Capacity
As they say, read the owner’s manual. It probably has some nuggets of information regarding the manufacturer’s recommendations for your particular model.
Next, how will the camera be used? Will it record continuously or only after motion detection? Continuous use requires a high-capacity/high-endurance card; on-motion, not so much.
Then consider the camera’s resolution. High-resolution videos (1080p or 4k) require more storage space.
Suffice it to say; however the card is being used, practical choices range from 32GB to 512GB.
