A simple Calculator to help you estimate how much storage you need.
Keep in mind, storage depends on many factors such as the amount of movement in your property that cannot be accounted for. Use this as a guide to help you get as close as possible to the results you desire. We recommend if possible, always enabling h265+ on all your cameras for improved storage.
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$97.89 $88.99
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Estimated bitrate values based on industry standard guidelines for different camera resolutions using H.264 and H.265 compression at standard and high video quality settings.
| Resolution (MP) | H.264+ Standard | H.264 High | H.265+ Standard | H.265 High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1MP | 1024 | 1536 | 512 | 1024 |
| 2MP | 2048 | 3072 | 1024 | 2048 |
| 3MP | 3072 | 4096 | 1536 | 3072 |
| 4MP | 4096 | 6144 | 2048 | 4096 |
| 5MP | 5120 | 7168 | 2560 | 5120 |
| 6MP | 6144 | 8192 | 3072 | 6144 |
| 8MP | 8192 | 10240 | 4096 | 8192 |
| 12MP | 12288 | 15360 | 6144 | 12288 |
Choose the best video compression format for your surveillance system based on your hardware and storage needs.
| Feature | H.264 (AVC) | H.265 (HEVC) |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Good | Excellent (up to 50% savings) |
| CPU Usage | Lower | Higher |
| Compatibility | Very High (older devices) | Modern systems only |
| Storage Use | More | Less |
| Ideal For | Older DVRs, legacy systems | High-res cams (4K+), modern NVRs |
