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24/7 Room Recording: Affordable IP Cameras with Cloud Storage and Playback Features

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  • #1 16903120
    Ronon4949
    Level 7  
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    Hello, I plan to register the room 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. I am looking for equipment that records (does not need live view) and saves in the cloud with the option of entering a specific date and time of playback. It can be an ordinary cheap camera, the room will be light enough. It doesn't need an HD camera.
    What hardware and software do I need to use?
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  • #2 16904306
    nowicjusz50
    Level 13  
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    Hey, First of all, what budget can you allocate. What exactly is to be recorded by a room camera I know, but what about the people who are there? What internet access do you have there, i.e. no transfer limit and what upload
  • #3 16905365
    Ronon4949
    Level 7  
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    Budget. it should be as cheap as possible, but I will spend as much as it will be necessary. The camera is supposed to record people. I want to record myself because the girl says I wake up sometimes and acts weird. Ordinary camera standing in one place without moving, without sound, only the image is enough
    I have constant, unlimited internet, modem with wifi, upload 6MB / s
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  • #4 16907122
    yvv
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    If so, buy a camera with SD card recording.
  • #5 16907213
    Ronon4949
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    Okay. And the question, 24h of recording in 1280 x 720 resolution, how much memory will such an SD card consume? So indicative
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  • #6 16907351
    niebieskipolo
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    Google yourself a "monitoring calculator".
    24h - you sleep a long time :D
  • #7 16926376
    nowicjusz50
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    With H encoding, 264 resolution 1280x 720 and 25fps bittrate 2048kbps 1 day will take you about 21GB
  • #8 17350101
    koragreg
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    I will join the topic, but just like at the beginning of the post, without going into the resolution, etc., I care about a rotary webcam with the possibility of recording in the cloud or via a router directly on the computer. Does anyone know the model, the lowest price.
  • #9 17350121
    suworow
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    Hello my friend too.
    Maybe he knows, for example, the price tag (unfortunately, it is impossible to filter the search results according to the given parameters, but it is possible by the price :) )
    Oh, and on the first page we have something like this: http://grupagsm.pl/kamery-ip/4645-bezpwiedzow...i-overmax-camspot-33-kolor-bialy-wysylka-lub- recipient-krakow-debica.html
    koragreg wrote:
    with the possibility of recording in the cloud or via a router directly on the computer.

    Is this cloud some magic?
  • #10 17350271
    koragreg
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    I know the price, but the link provided does not give anything, this webcam has a real preview, ok, but the recording is only on the SD card - I had one. I want to be able to record in the cloud or through a router on a computer
  • #11 17350301
    zibq
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    I quote:
    "CONVENIENT RECORD OF MATERIALS
    The camera can save footage on a memory card, upload to an FTP server, or e-mail. "
    Set up an FTP service on this computer and you've got what you want.
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  • #13 17352035
    Strumien swiadomosci swia
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    Techage and unitopek are the newest 2MPix cool webcams.
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Topic summary

✨ The discussion revolves around finding an affordable IP camera suitable for 24/7 room recording with cloud storage and playback features. The user seeks a basic camera that records video without requiring live view, emphasizing the need for cloud storage to access footage by specific dates and times. Participants suggest various options, including cameras with SD card recording capabilities and those that can upload footage to an FTP server. Recommendations include the EZVIZ C6T and newer models from Techage and unitopek. The conversation also touches on the storage requirements for recording at 1280x720 resolution, estimating around 21GB for 24 hours of footage using H.264 encoding.
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TL;DR: For 24/7 room monitoring, 720p H.264 at 2 Mbps uses ~21 GB/day; "1 day will take you about 21GB." Choose SD or FTP-to-PC for cheap, searchable storage. [Elektroda, nowicjusz50, post #16926376]

Why it matters: You want always-on recording with easy date/time playback without paying for pricey cloud plans, on a tight budget.

Quick Facts

What’s the cheapest way to record a room 24/7 without live view?

Use an IP camera that records locally to a microSD card. It continuously writes video and lets you review by time. This avoids monthly cloud fees and works during internet outages. For simple, always-on capture, users recommended SD recording specifically for this scenario. [Elektroda, yvv, post #16907122]

How much space does 24 hours at 720p need?

With H.264 encoding at 1280×720, 25 fps, and about 2 Mbps bitrate, a full day computes to roughly 21 GB. Increase bitrate or frame rate and storage rises proportionally; decrease them and it falls. This estimate comes from a practical guidance post in the thread and is a solid budget-planning figure. "1 day will take you about 21GB." [Elektroda, nowicjusz50, post #16926376]

Can I record straight to my computer through my router?

Yes. Run an FTP server on your PC, then configure the camera to upload clips or continuous segments to that FTP. This gives “cloud-like” off-camera storage using your existing network and keeps files searchable by timestamped filenames and folders. As one user put it, set up FTP on the computer and “you’ve got what you want.” [Elektroda, zibq, post #17350301]

What does “cloud recording” mean for low-cost cams?

On budget gear, “cloud” often means uploading to a service or to your own FTP. Many low-cost models skip paid cloud entirely but can push files to FTP or email. For continuous recording and easy retrieval by date/time, FTP-to-PC is the practical choice. [Elektroda, zibq, post #17350301]

Is my 6 MB/s upload enough for cloud uploads?

A single stream at around 2 Mbps needs far less than 6 MB/s, so your uplink is comfortable for one camera. You can also lower bitrate to reduce bandwidth and storage. If your internet drops, the camera can keep writing to SD and resume uploads later. [Elektroda, Ronon4949, post #16905365]

Which affordable pan/tilt camera should I consider?

The EZVIZ C6T was recommended as a budget-friendly pan/tilt option. Pair it with microSD for continuous capture, and optionally enable FTP uploads for off-camera backups. This combo delivers cheap, searchable storage and remote access when needed. [Elektroda, Hurtowniakamer, post #17351959]

Are there low-cost 2 MP cameras worth a look?

Yes. Users called out Techage and Unitopek 2 MP IP cameras as current budget-friendly picks. Use onboard SD for continuous recording, then add FTP for redundancy. Always verify supported recording methods in the datasheet before buying. [Elektroda, Strumien swiadomosci swia, post #17352035]

How do I estimate storage for other resolutions or bitrates?

Use a “monitoring calculator” and plug in codec (e.g., H.264), resolution, fps, and bitrate. The calculator returns per-hour/day storage so you can scale cards or disk size. This saves guesswork when tuning 24/7 retention windows. [Elektroda, niebieskipolo, post #16907351]

Can I search recordings by date and time later?

Yes. With SD recording, the camera indexes clips by time. With FTP-to-PC, files are typically named or foldered by timestamp, which makes date/time lookups direct. This setup fulfills the thread’s goal of entering a specific playback time. [Elektroda, zibq, post #17350301]

What if my camera only records to an SD card?

Some budget models offer live preview and SD-only recording with no built-in cloud. In that case, add FTP-to-PC if available in settings, or rely on SD and copy files off periodically. A user noted owning a model limited to SD recording. [Elektroda, koragreg, post #17350271]

How do I set up FTP recording in three steps?

  1. Install and start an FTP server on your computer, creating a dedicated folder.
  2. In the camera’s web/app settings, enter the PC’s FTP address, user, and target folder.
  3. Choose continuous or scheduled upload; confirm files appear and are timestamped. [Elektroda, zibq, post #17350301]

I don’t need live view—does that change my setup?

Yes. Skip NVRs and subscription clouds. Choose a simple IP camera with SD recording and optional FTP. That meets the requirement of 24/7 capture and later playback by date/time while keeping costs minimal. The original request emphasized recording over live viewing. [Elektroda, Ronon4949, post #16903120]
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