Which Cameras Are Right For Your Business?

When it comes to business security, one of the first questions we usually hear is: Which type of camera do I need? With so many options out there on the market, it can feel overwhelming... dome, bullet, PTZ… or maybe all three?

At Edge, we know the right setup depends on your property, your risks, and your goals. That’s why we help businesses cut through the noise and custom-design systems that actually work. Here’s a practical breakdown of the three most common types of cameras, what they’re best at, and how they can work together to protect your business.

Dome Cameras

Compact and discreet, dome cameras get their name from their rounded housing. They’re often mounted on ceilings and provide wide coverage without drawing much attention. That makes them perfect for indoor spaces like lobbies, offices, or retail stores where you want oversight without being intrusive.

Their design also makes them harder to tamper with... a useful feature in high-traffic areas.

Bullet Cameras

Bullet cameras are the ones people picture first... long, cylindrical, and impossible to miss. They’re often mounted outdoors, aimed at entrances, parking lots, or fences. Their visibility makes them a strong deterrent for intruders, and their weather-resistant design means they hold up in tough conditions.

With high-powered lenses and night vision capabilities, bullet cameras are built for clear, long-range monitoring.

PTZ Cameras (Pan-Tilt-Zoom)

PTZ cameras are the heavy hitters of surveillance. They can pan side-to-side, tilt up and down, and zoom in on specific areas... all controlled remotely. This makes them perfect for large, high-activity spaces like warehouses, campuses, or parking lots .

With PTZs, you’re not locked into one view... you can track incidents in real time and zoom in for detail when it matters most.

Choosing the Right Camera for the Job

Indoor vs. Outdoor: Dome cameras fit best indoors; bullet cameras dominate outdoors.
Fixed vs. Moving Targets: Fixed cameras are great for entrances and registers; PTZ cameras excel when you need to follow activity.
Discreet vs. Visible Deterrence: Dome cameras blend in; bullet cameras send a clear “we’re watching” message.

Why a Mix Works Best

The truth is, no single camera type fits every need. Most businesses benefit from a combination:

A retail store might use dome cameras inside, bullet cameras on entrances, and a PTZ in the parking lot.
A warehouse might rely on bullet cameras for long aisles, domes in offices, and a PTZ over the loading dock.

At Edge, we look at your unique layout, lighting, and activity to design a balanced system that covers all angles.