SVAT CV65 Outdoor Nightvision Security Camera (Color)
by SVAT Electronics
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of SVAT CV65 Outdoor Nightvision Security Camera (Color)
Customer Review: Great for night time observation
Summary: 4 Stars
I have used this camera for about a month with my Swann DVR card, and it does an excellent job for my use, which is monitoring the activities of feral cats on my back porch, primarily at night.
My distance needs are minimal, and I am able to see the animals movements very well.
So far at least 4 cats, 3 raccoons and 2 possums have been spotted.
The only issue is that with my Swann card, the motion detection will be triggered occasionally when the camera seems to have a tiny glitch which is seen as a line across the screen.
I have not hooked it up yet, but based on limited testing, the Swann camera that is a little more expensive provides a better picture at night, which I assume is because of the larger number of infrared LEDs.
Customer Review: O.K. for the money, Low Range
Summary: 3 Stars
This camera would be adequate for 10-15 foot range max. I use 3 Swann Bulldogs and one of these. The bulldogs cost twice as much at time of purchase, but are worth it. They have longer range, better resolution and detail at range. The night vision on the SVAT is only about 10ft max and the image quickly falls off.
For outdoor use, when night vision and range is important spend the extra and go for at the minimum a swann bulldog.
Customer Review: good value
Summary: 4 Stars
I have this to monitor my driveway. It provides a really clear picture for the money, faces are easily recognizable and color comes through well. At night when my own security lights aren't on, I can easily see vehicles parked near the house, but can't see anything by the street. Once the security lights are triggered, however, the camera picks up most things, even those far away, with ease. Plenty of wire to go through attic and around the roof, etc. The only downfall I have found so far after a few months is that the viewing angle is pretty narrow. It is difficult for me to get the whole of my front yard, even when on the very corner of the house. does best when up high and far away, though this is not always possible. From where you position it, it always seems like it is somehow zoomed in a little. A wider viewing angle would be nicer. Still, all in all, a really great value -- I have been impressed and will be getting a few more in the near future.Customer Review: Excellent Camera - Great MPEG's = Easy Setup
Summary: 5 Stars
The CV65 is an excellent buy for the bucks! Ordered 1 to try, then a sceond and now have 2 more on the way! Works great with SAA7130 Capture card and Active Webcam Security Software. Great motion detection, excellent mpeg video and snapshots! Color is awesome in daylight, night vids in B&W are very good. With the IR on snapshots and videos are very clear in my usage. If your looking for a great camera and a great price then this is the one to buy!Customer Review: A good deal , but not without limitations
Summary: 3 Stars
This is a good camera for $50 but it does have some limitations that more expensive cameras do not suffer from. The picture is decent, nothing special, and the night vision is OK for about 10-15'...but the lack of a wide angle lens makes this camera not very usable for monitoring areas like your front door. You need to mount it at a far distance to get a wide field of view and since its nightvision is only fair that kills its performance.
All in all, decent unit for $50, but the nightvision performance and narrow field of view really hurt when compared to CCD cams like Topica's. Good for a CMOS camera but no match for a slightly (OK..over twice the price) more expensive CCD camera.