The Pros And Cons Of Dummy Security Cameras

For those unfamiliar with the term, a dummy security camera is an imitation of a functioning security camera which can not record images. Before deciding to purchase a dummy security camera for either the inside or outside of your home or business, you should evaluate all of the advantages and disadvantages.

A big advantage to the dummy security camera is the significant cost savings over the real thing. You can pick up a dummy security camara, for around $30.00, compared to the real thing which can run into the hundreds of dollars. The initial cost savings allow you to purchase more cameras to give the illusion of a broader security system.

The best use of dummy security cameras is in unison with real ones. Should some of the fake ones be identified criminals will more likely assume the entire camera network is fake, be much more careless and increase the possibility of being caught on the real cameras.

One disadvantage of dummy security cameras is that they can be easily spotted by an experienced eye. An experienced criminal can easily spot an inexpensive dummy security camera.

Some argue that dummy security cameras provide only a false sense of security, since they provide no evidence should a break-in occur. Active monitoring is one of the main features sought after in any effective security system, and not having in many ways defeats the purpose.

However, keep in mind that once a security camera is discovered to be a dummy, it is no longer a deterrent to criminal activity, and can actually be an incitement to criminals. It is thought that once criminals believe they have found a vulnerability in you security, they will be more willing to take risks on quality of the rest of your security.