A shop owner asking for cameras is really asking for three things: proof of what happened at the cash desk, a clear face at the entrance, and eyes on the stock. This guide prices exactly that, with realistic budgets for 4, 8 and 16 camera systems in Egypt using guide prices from the FastEgy store as of July 2026.
Every budget below covers cameras, recorder, surveillance hard drive and standard accessories. Installation labor is quoted separately after a free survey of the shop.
Key Takeaways
- A 4-camera analog system for a small shop starts around 6,000 EGP complete.
- A 4-camera IP system with smart detection typically runs 13,000 to 20,000 EGP.
- Eight cameras is the sweet spot for most medium shops: full coverage of entrance, cash, aisles and storage.
- The cash desk camera should always be your best camera, not your cheapest.
- Plan one or two spare recorder channels today to avoid replacing the whole recorder next year.
The 4-Camera Shop: Analog or IP
Four cameras cover a classic small shop: one on the entrance, one on the cash desk, one on the sales floor and one on the back door or storage. The technology choice sets the budget tier.
| Component | Analog build (EGP) | IP build (EGP) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 cameras | 1,600 to 3,800 | 5,600 to 17,600 |
| Recorder | 1,400 to 4,000 | 1,600 to 4,000 |
| Surveillance hard drive | 600 to 1,500 | 600 to 2,400 |
| Cables, power and accessories | 800 to 1,800 | 1,200 to 3,000 |
| Realistic total | 6,000 to 9,500 | 13,000 to 20,000 |
Choose analog when you need clear general coverage at the lowest cost. Choose IP when you want sharper detail, smart human detection to cut false alerts, and easy remote viewing for more than one branch.
The 8-Camera Setup for Medium Shops
Eight cameras let you cover every aisle, both doors, the cash desk with a dedicated close view, and the storage room. With IP hardware, budget 26,000 to 45,000 EGP for the full package; a mixed approach with high resolution only on cash and entrance can trim 20 to 30 percent off that number.
At this size, a PoE switch and tidy cable runs stop being luxuries. They are the difference between a system your technician can service in minutes and a mystery box of wires.
Sixteen Cameras and Multi-Branch Shops
A 16-channel recorder starts around 5,500 EGP and typical full systems land between 50,000 and 90,000 EGP depending on camera classes. If you run more than one branch, standardize on the same camera families and recorder brand: one app, one spare-parts shelf, and your team learns the system once.
Where to Point the Cameras in a Shop
- Cash desk: close view that reads faces and hands clearly; this is where disputes happen.
- Entrance: face-height camera so every person is identified on the way in.
- Sales floor: wide views along the aisles with no blind corners behind shelves.
- Storage and back door: full coverage of the stock room and the least-watched exit.
Running Costs After Installation
A camera system barely registers on the electricity bill, but plan for a hard drive replacement every three to five years, an annual maintenance visit, and a UPS battery change when needed. Skipping the annual check is how shops discover on the worst day that recording stopped months ago.
Guide prices source: the FastEgy store, July 2026. Ranges are rounded and move with market conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cameras does a small shop really need?
Most small shops are fully covered with four: entrance, cash, floor and back. Add cameras only for blind spots, not for show.
Analog or IP for a shop on a budget?
Analog wins on pure price. If the budget allows one upgrade, make the cash desk camera IP with smart detection and keep the rest analog.
Can I view my shop from my phone?
Yes, both analog and IP systems support phone apps today. IP systems generally give smoother multi-branch viewing and smarter notifications.
How many days of recording should I keep?
Thirty days is a comfortable standard for shops. Size the hard drive for your camera count and resolution; your installer can calculate it precisely.
What ruins shop camera projects most often?
Cheap cabling and no storage planning. The picture looks fine on day one, then connectors corrode and the drive overwrites the clip you actually needed.
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