Commercial Surveillance Cameras
MTG designs multi-camera systems around your facility's specific layout, risk profile, and operational needs — not a one-size-fits-all product catalog.
The Right Camera for the Right Environment
Commercial surveillance camera systems vary by camera type, coverage area, and application. Understanding the differences between dome, bullet, PTZ, and panoramic cameras helps ensure the right fit for your facility, security goals, and environment. Below is a breakdown of common commercial camera types and where they are typically used.
Cameras We Design Systems Around
Every camera type serves a specific purpose. Understanding each ensures your system covers what matters — without overspending where it doesn't.
Dome Cameras
Dome cameras are compact units housed in a protective dome. Their low-profile design blends into ceilings, soffits, and exterior mounting locations, making them a common choice for indoor, outdoor, and semi-exposed environments.
- Field of view typically ranges from 70° to 110°, with wider options available depending on lens selection
- Discreet appearance that does not draw attention
- Vandal-resistant housing protects against tampering
- Fixed viewing angle with consistent coverage
- Suitable for day and night monitoring in controlled environments
Bullet Cameras
Bullet cameras are elongated, directional cameras typically mounted on walls or ceilings. Their visible presence makes it clear which area is being monitored.
- Field of view typically ranges from 30° to 110°, depending on lens selection
- Long-range visibility with options for wide or narrow fields of view
- Available infrared options for improved low-light and nighttime performance
- Weather-resistant for reliable outdoor use
- Straightforward mounting and positioning
PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) Cameras
PTZ cameras can move horizontally, vertically, and zoom in on activity. They are designed to cover large areas while allowing operators or automation to focus on specific events.
- Field of view varies from approximately 60°– 90° wide to less than 5° when zoomed in
- Wide-area coverage with a single device
- Ability to zoom in for detail and verification
- Preset tours and automated tracking based on activity
- Integration with analytics and event triggers
Panoramic Cameras
Panoramic cameras provide wide or 360-degree coverage using a single device, either through a wide-angle lens or multiple sensors.
- Field of view is typically 180° or 360° depending on camera type
- Broad area coverage with fewer cameras
- Reduced infrastructure and installation requirements
- Useful for monitoring movement patterns and activity flow
Modular Cameras
Designed for flexibility, modular cameras offer customized performance through interchangeable components, creating solutions tailored to each application. By separating the lens and sensor from the main processing unit, they enable installation in tight or space-constrained environments.
- Field of view typically ranges from 60° to 120°, depending on the sensor used
- Flexible installation in tight or sensitive spaces
- Discreet design with minimal visual footprint
- Component-level flexibility for maintenance or updates
- Ability to connect multiple sensors to a shared unit
Anti-Ligature Cameras
Corner cameras are designed to mount where walls and ceilings meet, providing coverage across an entire room from a single position.
- Field of view typically ranges from 120° to 180°
- Designed to minimize blind spots when properly installed
- Vandal-resistant construction for higher-risk areas
- Integrated audio and analytics capabilities in some models
- Built for durability and simplified maintenance
Traffic & License Plate Cameras
These cameras are designed to support vehicle monitoring, including license plate capture and traffic activity analysis, often in combination with software or additional sensors.
- Field of view typically ranges from 10° to 40° for focused, lane-specific coverage
- Supports license plate recognition in varied lighting conditions
- Enables vehicle detection, speed awareness, and direction tracking when integrated with analytics
- Built for outdoor and roadway environments
- Provides data that can support operational decisions beyond video review
- Can be used as a credential to grant access into spaces (garage, gate, etc.) depending on the access control system.
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Talk with an Expert →Why Choose MTG for Your Camera System?
MTG approaches camera selection as a design exercise, not a sales pitch. The goal is a system that actually performs in your facility, not the most cameras for the budget.
- Tailored Camera Mix: We specify camera types based on your facility layout, not a standard kit. Indoor, outdoor, specialty, and compliance cameras are selected for each zone.
- Commercial-Grade Products: MTG works with industry-leading manufacturers including Axis, Hanwha, Avigilon, Pelco, and Bosch — matched to your environment and resolution requirements.
- On-Site System Design: We visit your location to evaluate coverage gaps, blind spots, lighting challenges, and infrastructure constraints before specifying anything.
- Scalable Architecture: Systems are designed to scale. Adding cameras, locations, or capabilities later doesn't mean starting over.
- Expert Installation & Support: From design through commissioning, our team ensures every camera is properly aimed, calibrated, and integrated with your VMS and access control.
- Visual Coverage Planning: We use site walks, floor plans, and manufacturer design tools from Hanwha and Axis to map proposed camera locations and preview fields of view before installation.
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