Dome vs Turret vs Bullet CCTV Cameras: Which to Choose
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Bullet cameras are long and visible - great for deterrence and long-range views. Turret (eyeball) cameras are compact, easy to aim and suffer less infrared glare, making them the best all-rounder for UK homes. Dome cameras are discreet and vandal-resistant, ideal indoors or under low ceilings.
Bullet cameras
Pros: highly visible (a strong deterrent), good for long-range views like driveways, easy to mount and angle. Cons: larger and more obvious, can collect cobwebs, and being visible they can be tampered with.
Turret (eyeball) cameras
Pros: compact and neat, very easy to aim, and their design avoids the infrared reflection (glare) that can affect domes. The go-to all-rounder for most homes. Cons: slightly less of an obvious deterrent than a bullet.
Dome cameras
Pros: discreet, tidy, and the tough casing resists vandalism - great for shops and indoor use. Cons: the dome cover can cause IR glare at night (especially near glass), and they're a little harder to aim precisely.
Which for where
| Location | Best choice |
|---|---|
| Driveway / long view | Bullet |
| General home coverage | Turret |
| Indoor / shop / low ceiling | Dome |
| Visible deterrent | Bullet |
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Frequently asked questions
Which CCTV camera is best for a house?
Turret (eyeball) cameras are the best all-rounder for most UK homes - compact, easy to aim and free of the infrared glare that can affect domes. Use bullets for long driveways.
Do dome cameras get infrared glare?
They can, especially when mounted near glass or in a recess, because the dome cover reflects the camera's own IR. Turret cameras avoid this.
Are bullet cameras better for deterrence?
Yes - their visible shape makes it obvious a property is monitored, which puts off opportunist intruders. The trade-off is they're also easier to spot and tamper with.