What is the real CCTV camera setup cost in Bangladesh for a home or shop? This guide is for families, shop owners and small offices planning their first system. The short answer: a basic 4-camera 2MP HD (analog) system needs about Tk 12,600 to 17,800 for cameras, DVR and a 1TB surveillance hard disk, before cable, power supply and installation. A 4-camera 2MP IP system costs more, roughly Tk 22,400 to 25,900 for the same core parts. Below we break down each part, explain what changes the price, and show how to keep cameras recording during load shedding.
The Parts of a CCTV System
Every wired CCTV system has the same building blocks. Knowing them helps you compare quotes line by line instead of accepting a single "package price".
- Cameras: dome or turret for indoors, bullet for outdoors, usually 2MP (1080p) for homes and shops.
- Recorder: a DVR for HD analog cameras or an NVR for IP cameras. It stores footage and lets you view it on a phone.
- Hard disk: a surveillance-rated drive (for example WD Purple or Seagate SkyHawk) built for recording all day.
- Cable and connectors: coaxial cable with power cores, BNC and DC connectors for HD; Cat6 network cable for IP.
- Power: a 12V power supply box for HD cameras, or a PoE switch for IP cameras.
- Display: optional monitor for live viewing at the counter.
- Backup power: a UPS so recording continues in power cuts.
- Installation labour: fixing, wiring, setup and mobile app configuration.
HD (Analog) vs IP Cameras: Which Costs Less?
HD analog cameras (also called Turbo HD, HDCVI or AHD by different brands) send video over coaxial cable to a DVR. They are cheaper and simple to install, which is why most small shops start here. IP cameras send digital video over network cable to an NVR. They cost more but offer better image processing, smarter features and easier expansion. For a home or a small shop with 2 to 8 cameras, HD analog gives the best value; for offices that want sharper evidence and future upgrades, IP is worth the extra cost.
CCTV Camera Setup Cost in Bangladesh: Part Prices
We do not sell CCTV equipment. The price ranges below are from current listings at at least two Bangladeshi computer and security retailers for popular Hikvision and Western Digital models. Prices change often, and exact model suffixes matter, so confirm with your supplier.
| Part | Example model | Market price range |
|---|---|---|
| 2MP HD turret camera | Hikvision DS-2CE76D0T series | about Tk 1,400 to 1,900 each |
| 2MP IP bullet camera | Hikvision DS-2CD1023G2-LIU | about Tk 3,400 to 4,000 each |
| 4-channel DVR | Hikvision DS-7104 / DS-7204 series | about Tk 2,500 to 5,000 |
| 8-channel DVR | Hikvision DS-7208 series | about Tk 5,300 to 8,000 |
| 4-channel NVR (no PoE ports) | Hikvision DS-7104NI-Q1/M | about Tk 4,300 to 4,700 |
| 1TB surveillance hard disk | WD Purple 1TB | about Tk 4,500 to 5,200 |
| Wi-Fi camera (single-camera option) | Imou Ranger 2 | about Tk 2,100 to 2,400 |
Cable, connectors, the power supply box, a PoE switch for IP systems and labour are quoted per job, because they depend on cable length, wall type and the number of cameras. Ask installers to list these items separately.
Sample Budgets for Home and Shop
4 HD cameras for a home or small shop
Four 2MP HD cameras (Tk 5,600 to 7,600), a 4-channel DVR (Tk 2,500 to 5,000) and a 1TB surveillance disk (Tk 4,500 to 5,200) come to about Tk 12,600 to 17,800. Add coaxial cable, connectors, a 12V power supply box and installation.
8 HD cameras for a larger shop or two-floor home
Eight 2MP HD cameras (Tk 11,200 to 15,200), an 8-channel DVR (Tk 5,300 to 8,000) and a 1TB disk (Tk 4,500 to 5,200) total about Tk 21,000 to 28,400, plus cable, power and labour. With eight cameras you may want a larger disk to keep more days of footage.
4 IP cameras for an office
Four 2MP IP cameras (Tk 13,600 to 16,000), a 4-channel NVR (Tk 4,300 to 4,700) and a 1TB disk (Tk 4,500 to 5,200) total about Tk 22,400 to 25,900. Because the NVR in this example has no PoE ports, add a PoE switch or individual power adapters, plus Cat6 cable and labour.
Just one or two cameras
For one gate or one room, a Wi-Fi camera with a memory card can be cheaper than a full DVR system. It depends on a stable Wi-Fi signal and power at the camera location.
Hard Disk Sizing: How Many Days Will You Keep?
Storage depends on each camera's bitrate. A simple formula: one camera recording continuously at 1 Mbps uses about 10.8 GB per day. Four cameras at 1 Mbps use about 43 GB per day, so 1TB holds roughly three weeks. At 2 Mbps per camera, the same disk holds about 11 days. Using H.265 compression and motion-based recording stretches this further. Most shops are happy with 7 to 15 days of footage.
How to Choose and Keep Costs Under Control
- Count cameras by entry points: main gate, counter, cash area, stairs, back door. Do not add cameras "just in case".
- Buy a recorder with spare channels only if you are sure you will expand within a year.
- Use a surveillance hard disk, not a regular desktop disk; it is built for constant writing.
- Choose outdoor-rated (IP66 or IP67) cameras for exposed spots, because of monsoon rain.
- Prefer cameras with audio or colour night vision only where you really need them; they cost more.
- Get an itemised quote showing cable length, connectors, power supply and labour.
- Plan backup power so the system records when thieves are most likely to act, during outages.
Keep Cameras Recording During Load Shedding
A CCTV system that stops during a power cut leaves a gap exactly when the area is darkest and quietest. Small DVRs, NVRs and HD cameras typically run on 12V DC, so a mini DC UPS with a 12V output can keep a recorder and a few cameras running through short outages. Larger systems need more capacity. Always add up the power draw of your recorder and cameras and compare it with the UPS rating.
| Backup option (our stock) | Capacity | Suits | Our price |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC Power PCMU1018LL | 20,000 mAh | DVR or NVR plus router, small camera load | Tk 3,150 |
| MARSRIVA KP6 Max | 20,000 mAh | Router, ONU and a small recorder | Tk 3,200 |
| MARSRIVA KP9 Pro | 24,000 mAh LiFePO4 | NVR, router and network devices, longer life battery | Tk 11,400 |
| EcoFlow River 3 | Portable power station with UPS mode | Full 4 to 8 camera system with power supply box and monitor | Tk 27,000 |
Prices are at the time of writing; the product page shows the latest price. Remember the internet router too: if it goes off, you cannot watch cameras on your phone. Our mini UPS buying guide explains capacity and backup time, and the full range is in our mini UPS category.
For live viewing at a counter, any small monitor with HDMI or VGA works with most DVRs. You can browse our monitor collection.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 4-camera CCTV setup cost in Bangladesh?
For 2MP HD cameras, the cameras, a 4-channel DVR and a 1TB surveillance disk cost about Tk 12,600 to 17,800 based on current retailer listings. Cable, connectors, a power supply box and installation are extra and depend on your building, so ask for an itemised quote from your installer.
Is an IP camera system worth the extra money?
IP systems cost more but give better image processing, smarter alerts and easier expansion over a network. For a home or small shop, HD analog is usually enough. For offices, warehouses or places where clear evidence matters most, the extra cost of IP cameras can be worth it.
How long will a 1TB hard disk record?
It depends on the number of cameras and bitrate. Four 2MP cameras at about 1 Mbps each use roughly 43 GB per day, so 1TB lasts around three weeks. At higher bitrates or with more cameras, it fills faster. Motion recording and H.265 compression help you keep more days.
Will my CCTV work during load shedding?
Only if it has backup power. Small DVRs, NVRs and HD cameras usually run on 12V DC, so a mini DC UPS can keep a small system recording through short cuts. Larger systems need a bigger UPS or a portable power station with UPS mode. Keep the internet router on backup too for phone viewing.
Buy CCTV Backup Power from Megabuy BD
Searching for the CCTV camera price in Thakurgaon? We do not sell cameras, but Megabuy BD stocks authentic mini DC UPS units and power stations that keep your recorder, cameras and router running. We deliver all over Bangladesh, including Thakurgaon (Thakurgaon Sadar, Pirganj, Ranisankail, Baliadangi and Haripur), with cash on delivery. Inside Dhaka, orders usually arrive in 24 to 48 hours.
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