Resolution and Field of View

The Hikvision 4MP Bullet Camera can record 2688 ×1520px resolution videos at 30fp. It supports face recognition and behavior analysis.

On the flip side, the Lorex 4K Bullet Camera can record videos at a 4K resolution.

Power & Installation Options

Both models require a PoE wire. You will get a 30m (100 feet) CAT5e cable with the Lorex 4K Bullet Camera.

Meanwhile, along with supporting PoE wire, the Hikvision 4MP Bullet Camera also supports an Ethernet connection.

Night Vision, Motion Detection & Audio

The Lorex 4K Bullet Camera beats its Hikvision counterpart by covering a whopping 250ft. The Hikvision 4MP Bullet Camera falls short by covering only 100 feet.

Motion alert is a basic feature in both these models. They also come with some additional settings such as adjusting motion detection zones.

Footage Storage and Streaming

The Hikvision 4MP Bullet Camera offers support for 128GB microSD card, or NAS, SMB/CIFS, and ANR storage. The Lorex 4K Bullet Camera on the other hand does not come with an SD slot.

Both the Lorex 4K Bullet Camera and the Hikvision 4MP Bullet Camera come with H.265 for compressing video files before storing them. This technology ensures minimal storage space is used.

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The Verdict: Hikvision vs Lorex

As you can see Hikvision is the runner-up with the Lorex 4K Bullet Camera taking the top prize.

Resolution and Field of View

The Hikvision 4MP Dome Camera can record at a 4 MP (2688 × 1520) resolution and covers 98 Feet.

Similarly, the Lorex PTZ Dome Camera can capture 4MP resolution videos. This model comes with ClearNight imaging technology.

Power & Installation Options

Both the Hikvision 4MP Dome Camera (1.1 pounds) and the Lorex PTZ Dome Camera (4.69 pounds) are very lightweight and easy to install.

They require only one PoE (Power over Ethernet) cable for power and data transfer. The Lorex PTZ Dome Camera needs only one 100′ Cat5e Ethernet Cable, which is included in the package.

Night Vision, Motion Detection & Audio

The Hikvision 4MP Dome Camera has a 100 Feet range at night. Multiple IR LEDs and IR cut filter with auto-switch allow it to capture sharp videos when it’s dark.

On the other hand, the Lorex PTZ Network Dome comes with Color Night Vision (CNV) and ClearNight imaging technology for capturing clear videos in low-light conditions.

Footage Storage and Streaming

Footage storage and streaming is a serious concern for security cameras.

The Lorex PTZ Dome Camera only works with NVR, whereas the Hikvision 4MP Dome Camera only supports SD card (128GB), and SDHC/SDXC cards.

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The Verdict: Hikvision vs Lorex

The Hikvision 4MP Dome Camera is undoubtedly the best dome security camera. The Lorex PTZ Dome Camera lags behind Hikvision in terms of ease of setup, advanced video detection features, and storage.

Hikvision 4MP Dome Camera

Score: 9.4

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Lorex PTZ Dome Camera

Score: 9.6

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Resolution and Field of View

The Hikvision EXIR Turret Camera can capture videos at a 2560x1920p 4MP resolution. The Lorex 8MP Turret Camera can capture 4K videos at 15fps. Moreover, this camera can cover 200 feet at night.

Power & Installation Options

The Hikvision EXIR Turret Camera (1.65 pounds) and the Lorex 8MP Turret Camera (3.14 pounds) are both easy to set up because they’re lightweight.

Both require only one PoE (Power over Ethernet) for power and data transfer. You only need to connect the Ethernet cable to the DIN port and set the camera to the PoE injector using the other cable.

Night Vision, Motion Detection & Audio

Both models feature smart motion detection. You can specify certain zones for detecting movement, schedule the detection, and set sensibility levels.  

The Lorex 8MP Turret Camera comes with the digital zoom feature and can cover 200 feet at night. The Hikvision EXIR Turret Camera falls behind by only covering 100 Feet at night.

When it comes to motion detection, the Hikvision EXIR Turret Camera takes things to another level. It supports face recognition, intrusion detection, device tampering, network failure.

Footage Storage and Streaming

The Lorex 8MP Turret Camera does not have separate SD card slots. You need to rely on an NVR for storing video. 

Similarly, the Hikvision EXIR Turret Camera does not have a separate slot for SD cards, it supports only NFS, SMB/CIFS storage.

Both models give you the chance to access recorded videos via a smartphone. Moreover, both of them come with dual H. 265/H. 246 compression for maximum encryption.

Technical Comparison

The Verdict: Hikvision vs Lorex

Both the Hikvision EXIR IP and the Lorex are easy to set up.

However, the Hikvision EXIR Turret Camera is the winner as it has ultra-HD video resolution, night vision, great field of view, and versatile video storage. Also, it is the best Wi-Fi security camera.

Resolution and Field of View

The Hikvision Outdoor PTZ Camera can record 3MP videos.

On the other hand, the Lorex PTZ IP Camera can record videos at a 2K resolution. This is almost double of what most other 1080P Security Cameras offer.

Power & Installation Options

Both these models come with all the necessary screws and bolts for installation. Setting up their software to a network is also easy. 

On the other hand, the Hikvision Outdoor PTZ Camera supports long-arm wall, corner, pole mount, powerbox, and swan-neck mounts.

The Lorex PTZ IP Camera is a wall mount camera. To cover more land, you should mount this device higher than you would normally mount a camera. You can control the Lorex PTZ IP Camera through its app. However, using a console is way easier.

Night Vision, Motion Detection & Audio

The Lorex PTZ IP Camera also comes with IR LED lights. These can respond by zooming in or out, or by switching from flood to spot mode.

The Hikvision Outdoor PTZ Camera has a 16x Digital Zoom that only takes 4.5 seconds to respond. Moreover, it comes with F1.6-F4.4 aperture range, not to mention the 60.6-3.68 degree angle of view. All of this makes it an ideal PTZ camera.

Footage Storage and Streaming

The Hikvision Outdoor PTZ Camera supports 128GB SD cards as well as edge recording. It also comes with H.264 / MJPEG technology for solid data encryption.

On the other hand, with the Lorex’s other models, you need a separate NVR for storing video. People use NVRs that range from 2-3 TB with this camera.

Technical Comparison

The Verdict: Hikvision vs Lorex

After reviewing the best PTZ security cameras, here is the verdict. Both the cameras are easy to set up. But Hikvision Outdoor PTZ Camera easily takes the trophy because of its audio support and versatile storage options.

Hikvision 4MP Bullet Camera

Score: 9.4

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Swann Wired Bullet Camera

Score: 9.5

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Hikvision vs Swann: Resolution and Field of View

The Hikvision 4MP Bullet Camera can deliver 2688 × 1520px resolution recordings at 30 fps. Moreover, it also comes with a CMOS image sensor.

In contrast, the Swann Wired Bullet Camera can record 4K videos. It operates in -22°F ~ 131°F, -30°C ~ 55°C temperatures.

Power & Installation Options

The Hikvision 4MP Bullet Camera supports a PoE Ethernet connection.

The Swann Wired Bullet Camera requires a hard-wired connection to a compatible Swann NVR. It comes with a 60 feet CAT5 wire, but you can also buy a larger wire for it if needed.

Night Vision, Motion Detection & Audio

The Hikvision 4MP Bullet Camera supports face recognition and behavior analysis. Its night vision range can cover 100 feet.

Comparatively, with the Swann Wired Bullet Camera, you can view 150-200 feet in low light. Moreover, the device comes with True Detect technology to sense the heat and movement of objects for enhanced security.

Footage Storage and Streaming

With the Hikvision 4MP Bullet Camera, you only get a local storage option. You can use 128GB microSD cards, or NAS, SMB/CIFS, and ANR storage. 

On the other hand, the Swann Wired Bullet Camera stores videos on a Swann NVR, which needs to be purchased separately. You only need one PoE cable for the setup process.

Technical Comparison

Hikvision EXIR Turret Camera

Score: 9.4

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Swann Wired Turret Camera

Score: 9.2

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Resolution and Field of View

The Hikvision EXIR Turret Camera can capture 2560x1920p 4MP resolution videos at 20 fps. Meanwhile, the Swann Wired Turret Camera can record 4K Ultra HD videos. With this camera, you can also zoom in on objects and people, a feature that's missing from the Hikvision EXIR.

Power & Installation Options

Both models require only one PoE (Power over Ethernet) cable for power and data transfer. You just have to connect the Ethernet cable to the DIN port. AFterwards, once you connect the camera to the PoE injector using the other cable, you are all set.

The Swann Wired Turret Camera comes with a cable, stickers, mouse, and other necessary accessories.

Night Vision, Motion Detection & Audio

With both models, you can specify certain zones for motion detection, schedule detection intervals, and set their sensibility level.

The Hikvision EXIR Turret Camera covers only 100 feet at night. However, it supports face recognition, intrusion detection, device tampering, and network failure failsafe.

Footage Storage and Streaming

The Hikvision EXIR Turret Camera only supports NFS, SMB/CIFS storage. It comes with Dual H. 265/H. 246 compression for maximum encryption. This technology increases its video storage and bandwidth capacity.

On the opposite, the Swann Wired Turret Camera uses an NVR for storing videos.

Technical Comparison

Hikvision Outdoor PTZ Camera

Score: 9.4

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Swann CCTV PTZ Camera

Score: 9.3

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Resolution and Field of View

The Hikvision Outdoor PTZ Camera can record 3MP videos.

The Swann CCTV PTZ Camera comes with a 700 TV line camera resolution and 6 IR LEDs for great night vision.

Power & Installation Options

The Hikvision Outdoor PTZ Camera requires only one PoE cable. Both these models come with all the necessary screws and bolts for installation. Setting up their software to a network is also easy.

The Swann CCTV PTZ Camera arrives in an aluminum housing and has a wall mount option, too.

Night Vision, Motion Detection & Audio

The Hikvision Outdoor PTZ Camera has 16x digital zoom that only takes 4.5 seconds to respond.

On the other hand, the Swann CCTV PTZ Camera comes with 6 IR LED lights, facilitating its 98 feet night vision range.

Footage Storage and Streaming

With the Hikvision Outdoor PTZ Camera, you will get support for a 128GB SD card, and an Edge Recording feature. 

Comparatively, the Swann CCTV PTZ Camera does not support external SD card storage.

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