Internet Protocol (IP) cameras are suitable for outdoor and indoor surveillance. They are, however, not suitable for production of high-quality images. IP cameras use wireless technology to send the video recording during live streaming. Examples of IP cameras include, Pan Tilt Zoom (PTZ) IP, Long Range IP, Covert IP, Fixed Dome Cameras and Megapixel IP cameras.
PTZ IP cameras are able to zoom in on subjects and follow their movement. Long Range IP cameras can monitor subjects and activities over long distances. Covert IP cameras are appropriate when you do not want the subjects to know that they are being monitored. You can accomplish this by placing the cameras in common objects or wearable accessories. These types of cameras include nanny cams. Fixed Dome cameras are housed in a dome, which helps to conceal the direction the camera is facing. Megapixel IP cameras are suitable for general surveillance but unlike other IP cameras they produce higher-quality images.
Webcams are available from almost every electronic and communication equipment manufacturer. You use them for online communication, including video conferencing. You need to connect them to a server using a HI-Speed USB. Webcams are also referred to as visual communication cameras. They vary in price, ranging from low-cost consumer models to more advanced models suitable for live streaming conferences.
Webcams have a microphone for communication. They generally use CCD sensors or CMOS sensors. The type of sensor used depends on the manufacturer's preference, as both technologies complement each other. Vendors of both technologies often make claims about superiority while some manufacturers adopt both technologies. You will find some personal computers and portable devices with basic webcams built into them.