Fixed-lens micro dome cameras provide a set field of view, making them well suited for placements where the scene and viewing angle are already known. Varifocal micro dome cameras allow installers to adjust the lens framing, which helps accommodate changing distances, coverage needs, or mounting locations during setup.

Compare micro dome cameras by resolution, from 2.1MP/1080p to 4MP, 5MP, and 8MP/4K, based on the level of detail your application requires. For low-light performance, look for features such as infrared night vision, Starvis or Star-Light Plus technology, and True Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) to help preserve image detail across bright and shadowed areas.

Many micro dome cameras use Power over Ethernet (PoE), so installation typically requires a compatible PoE switch or recorder and an Ethernet connection for network access. Recording may use a supported micro SD card for local storage, an NVR, or video management software, with network bandwidth sized for the camera’s resolution and frame rate.

Yes, micro dome cameras may support video analytics such as motion, intrusion, line-crossing, and people or vehicle detection, along with local microSD storage on supported models. Many also integrate with a larger surveillance system through a network video recorder (NVR), open-platform compatibility, or a manufacturer’s video management ecosystem.