What Is The Difference Between a Floodlight and Spotlight Camera?
Spotlight vs. Floodlight Cameras, decoded.
Spotlight vs. Floodlight Cameras, decoded.
The main difference between spotlight and floodlight security cameras is the size of the area they illuminate. Spotlight cameras cover small spaces or points of entry, shining a focused light on a location like your doorstep. Floodlight cameras like the Arlo Pro 3 Wireless Floodlight Camera, on the other hand, have a wide field of illumination and are good options for illuminating large areas like yards or driveways.
Proper outdoor lighting can discourage thieves from targeting your property. Both spotlight and floodlight cameras provide illumination and monitoring, but it’s important to choose the right type for your home. Let’s explore the difference between spotlight and floodlight cameras—and help you find the best fit for you.
The best camera for you depends on a number of key factors, including property size, weather, and number of entry points. In particular, you’ll want to pay attention to the size of the space being monitored. Do you have big outdoor spaces? A single, bright LED floodlight camera can cover a large yard thanks to built-in 2K video with HDR. However, it might take multiple spotlight cameras to cover the same square footage.
LED-powered floodlight cameras are great options for monitoring outdoor spaces. Options like the Ring Floodlight Cam or the Pro 3 Wireless Floodlight Camera are built to protect alleyways, driveways, and other expansive areas with a bright & broad light output. Upgrade your existing outdoor floodlight with a powerful 2K security camera built right into the Pro 3’s bright LED floodlight for all-in-one security.
A spotlight camera is better suited for targeted areas such as your front or back door. a brighter light could be disorienting to regular visitors. Pro tip: Spotlight security cameras are good options for monitoring points of entry due to their focused narrow beam light. Spotlight cameras like the Ring Spotlight Cam or the Essential Spotlight Wireless Security Camera offer an integrated spotlight to illuminate your entryway, porch, or side yard and is ideal for smaller spaces without sacrificing on video quality, reliability and outdoor durability.
When evaluating which new outdoor camera to buy, you should focus on a range of applications. Be sure to pick a new outdoor camera that fits your needs. For example, consider a well-placed floodlight camera to see who approaches your property if you need to monitor a wide area. If you have multiple points of entry, select a spotlight camera to monitor doorways. Keep an eye out for key features like 1080p video resolution, wire-free installation, and a rechargeable battery.
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Protecting your home is easier than ever with so many innovative products on the market. With a bit of research—and Arlo by your side—you can build the most effective security system for your property today.
