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X10 Sentinel ® Camera Comparison

X10 Sentinel vs. Axis 213 Pan/Tilt/Zoom

Have you been thinking about purchasing an Axis 213 Pan/Tilt/Zoom for your home or business? Before you do, take a look at the X10 Sentinel PTZ Camera - we think you'll find a far better product, and we know you'll find a far more attractive price!

These days the home security market is crowded with overpriced cameras offering only the most basic features, with hundreds of dollars in potential extra costs just to get the camera started. It's important to do the research before committing to the camera that will best protect your home or business, and that's why we've created this page to explain, simply, why the X10 Sentinel PTZ Camera is the best security camera at the best value for your money.

The security business is a competitive one - that's why it's important to us to make sure we're providing the very best technology at the lowest possible price. We've looked at comparable cameras on the market, and found that for the price we're offering, there simply is no comparison to the X10 Sentinel PTZ Camera. We offer nearly identical features to the Axis 213 at a savings of over $1000! You get exactly what you need with the X10 Sentinel PTZ Camera without incurring additional fees for the features you need to keep your home or business secure.

Here's a side-by-side comparison of the specs!

Spec Axis 213 PTZ X10 Sentinel
Video Signal PAL/NTSC NTSC
Image Sensor 1/4" CCD 1/4" CCD
Effective Pixels 704x480 811x508
Iris control Automatic Automatic
Pan/Tilt Pan: +/- 340° Tilt: +/- 100° Pan: +/- 280° Tilt: +/- 60°
Lens 26x optical zoom, F=1.6 - 4.0 22x optical zoom, F=1.6 - 3.7
Minimum Illumination 1 lux 1.5 lux (.02 lux in Starlight Mode)
Operation Temperature -15°F to 104°F -14°F to 122°F
Operation Humidity Within 80% RH Within 85% RH
White Balance Automatic ATW/AWB/FIX (Zero color rolling)
Power Requirement 13 V DC DC12V +/- 1V
Power Consumption 24W 3.6W
Dimensions (WxHxD) 5.2 x 4.09 x 5.12 inches 6.5 x 8.5 x 10.5 inches

With the X10 Sentinel PTZ Camera, you never have to miss a thing! The Sentinel comes complete with a weather-resistant dome - an extra $426 charge with the Axis 213! - so your Sentinel can easily be used for outdoor surveillance. With our special Starlight Mode, you can get a clear full-color picture even in the middle of the night, far superior to the Axis 213's outdated black and white night vision. The Starlight Mode uses an advanced slow-shutter setting to capture nearly perfect images without the risk associated with infrared radiation-based systems used by cameras like the Axis 213.

Everything is included

At X10 we think it's important to provide everything you need to set up your camera as soon as you receive it, so you always feel completely secure. The X10 Sentinel PTZ Camera comes with easy to follow setup instructions and hooks right up to your TV, eliminating the need for the expensive surveillance monitors required to operate the Axis 213. We've included everything you need to hook up your Sentinel immediately, so you don't need to buy extra cables just to get your camera started.

Need Wireless?

Unlike the Axis 213, the Sentinel is fully capable of going wireless, allowing you to place your camera up to 100 feet away from the video receiver and still get a perfect picture, without all the hassle of cords and cables! Of course, you always have the option of switching your connection to a wired one with the cable included in every package. You can even control your camera from up to four rooms away with our included remote control - a feature that the Axis 213 doesn't offer at all!

For the very best in home or business security, try our Ultimate Package, which includes motion-activated video recording capability, web control, and complete home automation software, all for only $899.99, a full $1000 lower than a comparable Axis 213 package. The Ultimate Package gives you the very best features we have to offer, including motion-activated recording, so it only captures the video you need to see! Save hours of tape and get right to the relevant footage.

You save hundreds of $$$

With the Ultimate Package, you can monitor your home or business from any internet-connected computer with our web control software. You'll never have to worry about the safety of your property again! You can even link up your Sentinel to your other X10 home automation software. With the X10 Sentinel PTZ camera, you can have total control of your lights, appliances, and security from any internet-connected computer in the world.

30-day money back guarantee

There's never any risk with X10's 30-day money back guarantee. If for any reason you're unsatisfied with your purchase, you can return it to us, along with your purchase receipt, for a no-questions-asked full refund. Try it risk-free - we think you'll agree that the X10 Sentinel PTZ Camera is simply the best value on the market today!
 
 
Axis 213 PTZ

X10 Sentinel

Camera Remote Control:

The Sentinel comes complete with an easy-to-use remote. Control your camera to pan, tilt and zoom, or switch between camera views live on your TV! Other brands charge up to $1,220 to add camera remotes!
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Not Offered Remote is included with camera

Monitor:

The Sentinel hooks straight up to your television with no extra monitor costs! With other camera systems, you'll be spending extra money on surveillance monitors.
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Only connects to PC Compatible with any television you have

Connection Cables:

The Sentinel uses RCA cables, which happen to be the most common and compatible cables for standard equipment. Plug them straight into your television or VCR. The Sanyo uses BNC type connection. This translates into spending a bit more cash on cables to connect to a monitor.
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Doesn't come with cables Comes with easy to use RCA cables that work right out of box

Weather-Resistant:

The Sentinel comes with a weather-resistant, optically-clear dome, so you can set up the Sentinel indoors or out. Other PTZ cameras charge extra money for the protective dome.
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$426 Weather resistant dome included - use it indoors or out!

Mounting Equipment:

The Sentinel comes with all you need to mount your camera! Plus, it is so easy, all you need is a screwdriver! With other cameras, you'll spend close to $100 just for a wall mount!
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Included Easy to install wall mount is included with camera

Wireless Transmission:

All Sentinel packages come with a video receiver. That means you can use it as a wired or wireless camera. Hook up the Sentinel directly to your TV with the included cable, or send the video transmission wirelessly up to 100 feet! Amazing!
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Not available Includes all you need for wired or wireless connection!

PC/Internet Monitoring Software:

The optional Sentinel PC/Internet Monitoring software allows you to monitor your cameras by PC, whether it be at home, or over the Internet on the other side of the world! Plus, you can view and control up to 8 cameras, digitally record footage to your PC and more!
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Requires extra cables to monitor from PC or internet You can monitor your cameras on your PC or on the Internet from anywhere in the world, digitally record images, pan/tilt/zoom your cameras by PC and more with a $150 upgrade

Money Back Guarantee:

As always, with any X10 purchase, you will receive a 30-day money back guarantee. If for ANY reason you are unsatisfied, return the product with purchase receipt for a no-questions-asked refund! That means you can try out the Sentinel with no risk involved!
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No 30-Day Money Back Guarantee!
Camera Costs:
$1,439.00
$599.99 
Hidden Costs:
$462.00+
$0
Total Costs:
$1,901.00+
$599.99 

Order the Sentinel PTZ Camera

Wireless Base System



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Included:
• 1 X10 Sentinel Security Camera
• Weather resistant dome
• 1 Video Receiver
• 1 Remote Control
• 1 100ft Video Cable
• Mounting Brackets
• Security surveillance decal and yardsign

$599.99

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No Risk 30 Day Guarantee
X10 30 day money back guarantee, see extended warranties also

30-Day Money Back Guarantee

As always, with any X10 purchases you will receive a 30-day money back guarantee. If for any reason you are unsatisfied with your purchase please return it to us, along with your purchase receipt for a no-questions-asked refund.
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