Fixed vs Varifocal vs Motorized Lens In Cameras
FIXED LENS,
VARIFOCAL LENS,
or MOTORIZED LENS?
Different cameras for different situations. Learn what is right for you.

What is a fixed lens?
As the name implies, a fixed lens is set to one view angle. Fixed lens are known for its cheaper prices and its high quality picture/audio, despite its limitations. Its wide angle can eliminate dead zones in smaller areas.

What is a varifocal lens?
Varifocal lens has a manual zoom option, giving you options to find which angle is right for your situation without the losing out on details. They can be reused for different places and situations.

What is a motorized lens?
Motorized lens allows you to remotely adjust your camera on your phone or NVR. With optical zoom, you’ll never lose detail when zooming in or out. No need of handling the lens, so no more opening up the camera to adjust it.

Fixed Lens Camera
VS

Varifocal Lens Camera
VS

Motorized lens Camera
Note: Cameras shown above are examples and not complete representations of all available cameras. Please browse through the product page for more options.
Fixed Lens
Pros | Cons |
Cheaper cameras | Higher installation costs |
Digital zoom without cropping video | Detail losses after a certain distance |
HD quality rivals some varifocals | Limited detail after n amount of zooms |
Little to no setup time | No flexibility for FOV |
Great for smaller areas | Less effective in large areas |
Varifocal Lens
Pros | Cons |
Lower installation cost | Expensive cameras |
Optical zoom adjustment (manual) | Testing and adjusting zooms manually |
Greater flexibility/adaptibility | Longer setup time |
Great for focusing on one area | More cameras to eliminate dead zones |
Motorized Lens
Pros | Cons |
Lower installation cost overall | Expensive cameras |
Optical zoom adjustment (motorized) | Larger dead zones |
Greater flexibility/adaptibility | More time setting up |
Great for focusing on one area | More cameras to eliminate dead zones |
Fixed Lens Security Cameras
Fixed Lens Camera
GW7036MIC 8MP 4K IP 2.8mm Fixed Lens Dome Security Camera, Built-In Mic, Human / Vehicle Detection
Fixed Lens Camera
Fixed Lens Camera
Fixed Lens Camera
Fixed Lens Camera
Fixed Lens Camera
GW6036MIC 6MP IP POE 2.8mm Fixed Lens Dome Security Camera, Built-In Mic, Human & Vehicle Detection
Fixed Lens Camera
Fixed Lens Camera
Fixed Lens Camera
Fixed Lens Camera
Fixed Lens Camera
Fixed Lens Camera
Fixed Lens Camera
GW6077MIC 6MP IP POE 3.6mm Fixed Lens Bullet Security Camera, Built-In Mic, Human Detection
Varifocal Lens Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras
GW8060IP 8MP 4K IP POE 4X Optical Zoom 2.8-12mm Varifocal Lens Bullet Security Camera
HD-IP Security Cameras
GW5050IP 5MP IP POE 4X Optical 2.8-12mm Varifocal Lens Bullet Security Camera
HD-IP Security Cameras
GW5061IP 5MP IP POE 2.8-12mm Varifocal Lens Bullet Security Camera
HD-IP Security Cameras
Motorized Lens Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras
GW8510IP 8MP IP POE 10X Optical 5-50mm Motorized Lens Bullet Security Camera
HD-IP Security Cameras
GW5510IP 5MP IP POE 10X Optical 5-50mm Motorized Lens Bullet Security Camera
HD-IP Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras
GW8036PTZ 8MP IP POE 4X Optical Zoom 2.8-12mm Motorized Len PTZ Bullet Security Camera
HD-IP Security Cameras
32 Channel Security Camera Systems
32 Channel Security Camera Systems
HD-IP Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras
HD-IP Security Cameras