Within the next year I plan to install a bunch of Andy turrets at my home.
I have a second location I am hoping to outfit on the cheap while still sticking to the recommended sensor size. So 4 or 8MP cameras with 1/1.8” sensors and IR. I am also looking for a smaller form factor (“mini”). Something less than 8” to keep the wife happy with the aesthetics! All for less than $175. I know, a tall order!
I found some Hikvision cameras that fit the bill and available here in the US. Specifically, these:
DS-2CD2086G2-IU
DS-2CD2047G2-LU (No IR on this one)
But they were recently added to the discontinued list (). Even if I increased my price point, the newer G2H or G3s are impossible to find.
So my question is, is it a terrible idea to buy a discontinued product?
I am also open to another brand but having trouble finding something with those specs.
I have a second location I am hoping to outfit on the cheap while still sticking to the recommended sensor size. So 4 or 8MP cameras with 1/1.8” sensors and IR. I am also looking for a smaller form factor (“mini”). Something less than 8” to keep the wife happy with the aesthetics! All for less than $175. I know, a tall order!
I found some Hikvision cameras that fit the bill and available here in the US. Specifically, these:
DS-2CD2086G2-IU
DS-2CD2047G2-LU (No IR on this one)
But they were recently added to the discontinued list (). Even if I increased my price point, the newer G2H or G3s are impossible to find.
So my question is, is it a terrible idea to buy a discontinued product?
I am also open to another brand but having trouble finding something with those specs.