Dahua or Hikvision comparison, advice, etc..

[Dan_ATR]

Dear all,

 

I am in the process of getting a networked CCTV system installed on site. We are going to be installing around 26 IP cameras to monitor the building out of hours along with using it for safeguarding and safety of Staff/Pupils (IE the fences, gates etc...)

 

As we want a network system, we have come down to the two systems. They are more less identical other than the price. As I have used neither in a live environment, I really could do with external advice. I know Hikvision have been around for some time and no doubt may will say to get this over the Dahua, though from seeing the Dahua kit, I am really over whelmed by the quality too. Dahua are really pulling out the plugs on their kit to being world #1 for CCTV. Dahua interface for their kit is nicer to the eye easier to use too.

 

I am using my own infrastructure for the system and using VLANs, its own Subnet and heavy duty Cisco switches with 370W POE units to power the kit.

 

If you would recommend a different camera (not system) for any of these below, please comment it.

 

Hikvision

Hikvision DS7732NII416P 32 Channel NVR.

Hikvision DS2CD2155FWDI 5MP Dome Network Camera.

Hikvision DS2CD2355FWDI 5MP Turret Network Camera.

 

Dahua

Dahua NVR608-32-4KS2 32 Channel Ultra 4K H.265 NVR.

Dahua IPC-HDW4431M 4MP IR Eyeball Network Camera.

 

Yet again, I am sorry I am having to ask, but at the moment by brain is like scrambled eggs and making no sense at all. Sorry.

Edited May 18, 2017 by Dan_ATR