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PTZ Conference Cameras and IP Security Cameras

A conference camera is a pan, tilt and zoom (PTZ) camera that connects to a video conferencing system and frames the people in a meeting room. This page also lists security cameras that watch offices, shops and warehouses, most of them network (IP) cameras.

The range includes new and refurbished models. For meeting rooms there are Polycom EagleEye and Sony EVI PTZ cameras. For security there are Axis network cameras, Xiaomi home security cameras and a Samsung day/night camera. To join Teams or Zoom calls from a laptop, see Webcams. Complete room systems are under Video Conference.

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How to choose a conference or security camera

Match the camera to its system

A conference camera works with the video conferencing system it was made for. The Polycom EagleEye cameras here were made for Polycom HDX systems, so check your HDX model and software version before you order. Ask us if you are unsure.

Choose PTZ, fixed or 360 view

A PTZ camera can turn and zoom to follow a speaker or watch a wide area, such as the Axis Q6315-LE with 31x optical zoom. Fixed dome and bullet cameras cover one view. The Axis M3057-PLVE MkII gives a 360-degree view from one ceiling point.

Check connection and power

Axis cameras are network (IP) cameras, and many take power over Ethernet (PoE) from your switch. Large PTZ models need a higher PoE class than a small dome. Xiaomi cameras connect by Wi-Fi. For PoE injectors, see Power Supply and check the power each camera needs.

Indoor or outdoor use

For outdoor or exposed spots, check the IP rating for dust and water and the IK rating for impact. The Axis M3075-V, for example, is IK08 rated. In Axis model names, L usually means built-in infrared, V vandal resistant and E outdoor ready.

Camera types in this range

TypeTypical useExamples on this page
PTZ conference cameraMeeting rooms with a video conferencing systemPolycom EagleEye MPTZ-6, MPTZ-8, MPTZ-9; Sony EVI-D100, EVI-D1
PTZ network cameraWatching and zooming across a wide areaAxis Q6315-LE
Fixed dome or bullet network cameraOne fixed view of an entrance, room or yardAxis M2036-LE, M3075-V, M3115-LVE
360-degree network cameraWhole-room view from one ceiling pointAxis M3057-PLVE MkII, M3068-P
Indoor Wi-Fi cameraSmall offices and homesXiaomi Mi 360 and Mi Camera 2K; Axis M1065-LW
Day/night cameraAreas where the light changesSamsung SDN-520

Questions

What is the difference between a conference camera and a security camera?

A conference camera is built for live video calls, and a security camera is built to watch and record an area. Conference cameras connect to a video conferencing system and frame the people in the room. Security cameras send video to a recorder or monitoring software, usually over your network.

Will a Polycom EagleEye camera work with my video system?

It will if your system is one the camera was made for. The EagleEye cameras on this page (MPTZ-6, MPTZ-8 and MPTZ-9) were made for Polycom HDX systems, and support can depend on the HDX model and software version. Send us your system details through the quote form and we will confirm.

Can I use these cameras for Teams or Zoom calls on a laptop?

For a laptop, a USB webcam is the simpler choice. The PTZ conference cameras here connect to a room video system, and the security cameras send video over the network. See Webcams for cameras that plug straight into a computer.

Do Axis cameras need a separate power supply?

Most Axis cameras can take power over Ethernet (PoE), so one network cable carries power and data. Your switch or injector must supply the power class the camera needs, and large PTZ models such as the Q6315-LE need more than a small dome. Check each product page before you order.

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