Defender 4k camera system contest Best Buy

I have reviewed several Defender security camera systems over the years and am impressed with their consistent quality and ease of installation. I am also very glad to be able to offer their newest product, the Defender Sentinel, as a contest prize for Canadians. I recently installed a four camera Defender Sentinel system ( they also come with eight cameras!) of these at a business near my home on Mayne Island, the Blue Vista Resort. I’m going to explain some of the reasons why this system is great for home and businesses. Then I’ll explain what you need to do for a chance to win one.

Why is the Defender Sentinel great for your business

There are lots of types of security camera systems, some more cost effective than others, some more versatile than others, and some more effective than others. Defender systems have a lot to offer small businesses who want a system that is a one time reasonable expense, enables you to capture all angles and entrances, and performs as expected for years.

As I mentioned, I installed one of these at a business near my home. You can learn more about the Sentinel camera system and read about the installation here. A few weeks after the install I spoke with the business owner: he was very happy with the system. Here are some of the reasons why I think it is a good choice for a small business like the Blue Vista Resort on Mayne Island.

  1.  Cost effective: Defender systems, even the brand new Sentinel system that we are giving away in this contest, are less expensive than many security camera systems available. In addition, you only have the one expense when you buy the system: there are no cloud storage fees, ever! I showed in my review article how simple the installation is so you won’t pay for an expensive installation.
  2. Simple wired installation: Most professional installers recommend a wired camera system for a more stable and reliable signal. Some people may be concerned that a wired system is complicated to set up. However, that is not the case. Decide on the best place for the camera (overlooking entrances, parking lots, etc), and the best place for the NVR (close to the router usually), and plan the path for the included ethernet wire. Importantly, once you set it up, you will not likely need to go back to it. Most people just use the app to access the system after it is installed.
  3. Instant access to live and recorded footage from anywhere: I have used many different camera systems and the Defender apps I have used stand out. One of my pet peeves is an app that hangs, freezes, or otherwise makes your footage inaccessible at times. The app experience is one of my favourite things about Defender cameras. What is the point of having a security camera if you can’t see the footage when you want to? I can honestly say, over the past 3 years that I have been testing Defender cameras, I have never had any app issues with Defender (and I regularly have app issues with many other brands of cameras). This is a very important point for businesses like the Blue Vista Resort: they need to be able to see their property 24/7 and they get that with Defender.

Why is the Defender Sentinel great for your home

The Defender Sentinel is the first camera system that I installed at a business in many, many years. The other Defender systems I tested were installed at private homes. And they are a great choice for homeowners too. I don’t think any one type of camera system is perfect for everyone: there are good reasons to get a wireless camera solution, a battery camera solution, a cloud recording solution, etc. The wired Defender Sentinel offers very high resolution images, thanks to its 4k camera, which is great for anyone wanting to see very clearly who or what is triggering the motion detection.

On the subject of motion detection, some systems do this better than others and I am very pleased with the responsiveness of Defender cameras. Homeowners can take comfort in the fact that if someone enters your driveway and approaches your vehicles, the camera will see them and record them … and thanks to the 4K cameras that include colour night vision, you’ll have clear footage to share with the authorities if anything goes wrong. Additionally, some of us use the cameras for more than security. I like to see what our cats are up to as they wander around outside.

Of course, one of the best reasons to have a camera system is as a visual deterrent. These cameras will light up when motion is detected and that alone can boost security near your home. It will put an end to many potential problems before they happen! So whether it’s for your home or for your business, enter for a chance to win.

How to enter

Entering this contest is easy and you can enter in two different ways.

  1. In a comment below, tell us which of the many features I discussed above stands out as the best reason why people should consider Defender for their next smart camera.
  2. In a comment below the review article I wrote, tell us if you would like this for a home or a business and give us one or two reasons why you want the Defender Sentinel system.

What you can win

At the end of this contest, we will randomly select one winner to receive a new Defender Sentinel 4K Ultra HD POE Wired NVR Security System with 4 Cameras, Colour Night Vision, Smart Human Detection & Mobile App.

This contest runs from Oct 11th to Oct 26th.

Remember you can enter in two different ways. You likely know someone who has talked about getting a security system and who would be grateful to know they could win one from Best Buy. Share this contest with them so they too have a chance of winner a Defender camera system.

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Good Luck.

Martin Renaud
Martin Renaud
Editor in Chief
Martin loves working with the talented editors and writers on the Best Buy Blog as Editor-in-Chief. During his spare time he is either working on his next novel, cooking up a masterpiece in the kitchen, or adding some smart tech to his new home on Mayne Island in British Columbia.
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563 COMMENTS

  2. I like and think that the cameras will light up when motion is detected and that alone can boost security near your home. Is great to keep you your car and home safe.

  4. The 4k Camera stands out to me as the best reason to get a new smart camera because often the picture is too grainy or blurry to capture important info/faces with other cameras.

  5. It is cost effective and yet has high resolution pictures which are great reasons to choose the Defender Sentinel Camera.

  7. This security camera system is less expensive than many others. It is cost effective. This is the best reason why people should consider Defender for their next security camera system.

  8. The 4K cameras are the best part – way too much footage out there that’s useless because you can’t ID anyone from it. Is it a guy? Is it Sasquatch? Could be either.

  15. The Defender Sentinel would be great for our home because of its high resolution images that give a clear picture of who’s at your door.

  16. The best reason for me to consider a Defender system is the cost. You only have the one expense when you buy the system, there are no cloud storage fees and with the simple installation, you won’t have to pay for an expensive installation.

  19. I think motion detection is the best feature as gives you a piece of mind in areas. Also motion alerts are great.

  20. The feature that I like the best about this system is the Simple wired installation. Not needing a professional to install combined with a stable connection (my current wifi camera always has issues) is a great feature.

  23. The best reason to consider Defender for your next smart camera is that it is cost effective. It is less expensive than many security camera systems available. There is only one expense when you buy this system as there are no cloud storage fees ever.

  24. I think cost is a great reason to choose the Defender sentinel system as it is cheaper than most systems and you are able to install it itself which is a great advantage.

  26. I think motion detection is the best feature as gives you a piece of mind in areas may not want the cameras recording 24/7 in home but only when there motion. Also motion alerts are great.

  28. The best reason why people should consider Defender for their next smart camera is the colour night vision which allows you to clearly see who is near your home at night.

  30. I would gift this to my brother he leaves on a farm and have had some items on their property stolen. Great for security and peace of mind when teenagers are home alone.

  34. I like that there is Instant access to live and recorded footage from anywhere. I like that it allows you to monitor your home while away. That would surely provide added piece of mind when traveling.

  39. My house was broken into last year and it was very sad, I wish we had a system like this in place. The 4K feels like it would be a great feature to spot extra details.

  43. People should consider Defender for their next smart camera because there is no ongoing maintance or other fees. Those monthly fees can really add up!

  46. I like that they have 4K cameras, and that the wired version gives a really clear image. No point in having cameras if the images aren’t clear.

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