4K CCTV Cameras

4K CCTV cameras record at 8 megapixels, four times the detail of a Full HD 1080p camera. The biggest practical benefit shows up when you play footage back. You can zoom into a recording much further before the image starts to break up, which makes it easier to pick out faces, number plates and details like logos or clothing.

It's worth knowing what 4K won't do, though. It doesn't make a camera see further at night, and it won't turn a wide-angle view into a close-up. If you need detail at a distance, the right lens matters as much as the resolution. And if you need even more detail across a large area, our IP range now goes up to 12MP and 16MP.

Our 4K range includes IP PoE and HD-TVI analogue models from brands including Hikvision and HiLook, with standard IR, ColorVu and Smart Hybrid Light night vision options. If you're adding a 4K camera to an existing system, check your recorder supports 8MP cameras, as many older DVRs and NVRs don't. Higher resolution also means bigger recordings, although H.265+ compression keeps file sizes down. Our CCTV buyers guide explains how much storage you'll need.

Not every camera position needs to be 4K. A common approach is to use 4K on the areas that matter most, like entrances, car parks and anywhere you'd need to identify someone, and lower resolution cameras elsewhere. You can mix resolutions on the same system, as long as your recorder supports the highest one you're using.

If you're starting from scratch, a matched kit takes the guesswork out of it. Browse our IP CCTV systems or HD over Coax systems, or use Find My System to narrow it down by resolution. If you're not sure what you need, give us a call on 01902 213 999.