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How to Calculate Camera Storage and Retention

Understand how resolution, frame rate, compression, activity and camera count determine retention.

How to Calculate Camera Storage and Retention
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The operational question

Hard-drive capacity does not automatically equal a fixed number of days. Resolution, frame rate, compression, bitrate and scene activity change consumption.

Design implications

Continuous recording is predictable; event recording conserves space but depends on well-tuned detection. Evidence requirements should define the strategy.

A better next step

SecureView specifies storage around camera count, quality, schedule and required retention, with allowance for real conditions and expansion.

Information to prepare

  • A floor plan or clear property sketch
  • Priority areas and required evidence
  • Existing equipment, network and power
  • Timeline and realistic project budget