I'm wanting an 8-camera setup...
Thinking of doing several cameras with these specs (keep in mind I'm on a fairly low budget):

420 lines high resolution
Sony CCD image sensors
Durable anodized aluminum housing with sun shield
Anti-burst color day and night camera
Long range IR LEDs - 20 IR L.E.D. infrared/60 ft. range
20 Infrared LEDs illuminate even in the darkest areas
0.0 Lux with IR
Weatherproof housing
Adjustable bracket for wall or ceiling mounting
3.6 mm lens for a large coverage
Excellent for outdoor use (-10~50 C)
Advanced Digital Signal Processor(DSP) for image control
Built-in Image Enhancer for ultra clear picture
Rain and fog resistant glass coating protects against extreme weather
Sharp clear image with true clear night vision
48 inch power/video cable
Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) Technology
Auto Gain Control
DC 12V power rating
Load Impedance - 75 Ohms
Requires Connector BNC for installation
One year warranty
Free lifetime technical support


Camera can be seen on [mod edit, removed name of site and .com - no links to stores] under Security Cameras > IR Day/Night. It's the top one (CL-34S) -- Sorry... I can't post links yet...

Anyhow.. will it be decent or terrible?
I just want to be able to make out someone once they get within 10ft or so of my house.

Thanks...

You would not use 8 of the same cameras you need to tailor each camera
for the situation

I only use Sony super HAD and EX-view for consistent results

for example

-front door -IR-cam wide angle [low amount of IR needed] say 4mm lens
-driveway medium angle more IR needed 8mm lens
-rear yard wide angle 'IR illuminator' and criss-crossed daynight cams
-shed small IR cam wide angle
-footpath and street >IR blaster 60 foot range and 50mm lens for close ups and Number plates

If you treat area area separately you wont be buying cameras again

Thanks... what about DVRs...
Is 720x240 sufficient at 30fps per camera or do I need to go with 720x480?

Is there anything I can look at to actually see the difference in the two?

highest RES

Are there any 8-channel dvr's to be had for $1000.00 or less that are any good?

Sorry cant help you there, I use the geovision gear