Sliding Glass Door Security Cameras
Sliding glass door security cameras mount to the inside of the glass and watch what's outside. No drilling into aluminium frames. No ugly outdoor box. KeldCo Glass Eye costs $149 and ships from Australia.
The glass itself is the mount
Sliding glass doors are terrible to drill into — aluminium frames crack, double-glazed glass can't take screws, and you've got five metres of pane with no good anchor point. A camera that sticks to the inside of the glass uses the pane as the mount, and looks outward through it. No install trauma.
Buying guideWhat to look for in a sliding glass door camera
- Glass-compatible mount. Suction cups let go in summer heat. Static-cling plates or micro-adhesive hold through all seasons.
- Wide lens. You want to see the whole patio and entry zone. Look for 140° minimum. KeldCo Glass Eye is 180°.
- Glare handling. Direct sun through glass can blind cheap sensors. HDR or digital glare correction matters.
- Low-light performance. Backyards get dark. A camera that handles 1 lux without infrared bounce-back is important.
- Cord management. The cable runs from the camera to the nearest outlet. A long cord with a flat profile slides under rugs.
- Removable without residue. If you ever sell or move, the mount should lift off clean.
Sliding glass door camera questions
Does the camera still work through double-glazed glass?
Yes. Double-glazed glass filters some IR, but a 2K sensor like Glass Eye's gets a clean daylight image and a usable night image.
What if direct sun hits the camera?
Image sensors handle a few hours of direct sun without issue. HDR smooths out contrast. Avoid putting the camera where it's in full western sun all afternoon for years — it will fade eventually.
Will I see reflections of myself inside?
Only at night with indoor lights on. During daytime the stronger outdoor light wins. If you need to use the camera at night with lights on, close the blinds between the camera and the room.
Can I use this on a sliding security screen?
Yes — behind the screen on the glass itself. The screen doesn't block the view.
Will the camera fall when the door slides?
No. KeldCo's static-cling plate holds the camera firmly. A hard slam can shake it, but it won't fall.
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