A 2-camera WiFi setup suits a condo or a small entrance, a 4-camera wired system covers most houses and small shops, an 8-camera system suits larger homes and restaurants, and a 16-camera system suits warehouses and big sites. Pixl installation starts at $200 for one or two WiFi cameras, before tax, and wired CCTV gets a free custom quote. A professionally installed 3 to 5 camera system often runs about $1,200 to $2,500 in Canada, and larger systems pass $3,000. Below: what each size includes, the drive it needs, and how to get a quote.
PCBy the Pixl Canada install team. Updated . Prices in Canadian dollars, before tax. Ranges are market estimates, not Pixl prices.
- Four system sizes side by side
- Hard drive needed for 30 days at 4 MP
- Pixl price vs market range, clearly separated
- Free quote for wired CCTV
What does each security camera system size include?
| Size | Best for | Typical type | Typical cameras go |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 cameras | Condo, apartment, small entrance | WiFi | Front door (video doorbell) and a balcony or back door |
| 4 cameras | Most houses, small shops | Wired PoE with a recorder | Front, back, garage or driveway, plus one side |
| 8 cameras | Larger homes, restaurants, offices | Wired PoE with a recorder | All doors, driveway, yard and key interior points |
| 16 cameras | Warehouses, multi-unit sites, big properties | Wired PoE with a larger recorder and switches | Doors, yard, perimeter and interior aisles |
Not sure how many you need? Read how many security cameras do I need.
How big a hard drive does each size need?
For 30 days of continuous recording at 4 MP (a planning bitrate of 4 Mbps per camera), each camera needs about 1.3 TB. The table scales that by camera count. Motion-only recording needs roughly a third of this. See how long cameras keep footage for the formula.
| System | Drive for 30 days, continuous | If recording motion only (about 30%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 cameras | About 2.6 TB | About 0.8 TB |
| 4 cameras | About 5.2 TB | About 1.6 TB |
| 8 cameras | About 10.4 TB | About 3.1 TB |
| 16 cameras | About 20.7 TB | About 6.2 TB |
What does each system size cost?
Pixl publishes one starting price and quotes wired systems free. For the rest, use market ranges as a guide only. A Canadian CCTV cost article puts a professionally installed 3 to 5 camera system at about $1,200 to $2,500 and says larger homes, retail spaces, warehouses, restaurants and offices can easily pass $3,000. For businesses, commercial guides put installed IP cameras at about $700 to $1,500 each. Both are market estimates, not Pixl prices.
| System | Pixl installation | Market guide |
|---|---|---|
| 2 cameras | From $200 for one or two WiFi cameras | Camera cost is separate |
| 4 cameras | Free custom quote | About $1,200 to $2,500 for a 3 to 5 camera installed system |
| 8 cameras | Free custom quote | Often beyond $3,000 at home. About $5,600 to $12,000 using commercial per-camera figures |
| 16 cameras | Free written quote after a walkthrough | Commercial planning: about $11,000 to $24,000 at $700 to $1,500 per camera |
Network gear can add $500 to $3,000 or more on larger systems. See commercial camera installation cost and home installation cost.
Which size should you choose?
| Your situation | Start with |
|---|---|
| You rent or own a condo | 2 cameras, WiFi. See cameras for apartments and condos |
| You own a house and want steady recording | 4 cameras, wired PoE |
| You run a shop, restaurant or office | 4 to 8 cameras. See business security camera system |
| You manage a warehouse or yard | 8 to 16 cameras. See warehouse security cameras |
How do you get a quote?
- Text photos of the doors, driveway or site to (587) 899-7495.
- Tell us how many days of footage you want to keep.
- Get a free custom quote for wired CCTV, or from $200 for one or two WiFi cameras.
- We install, aim and test each camera and set up the app.
- You pay after the job.
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Security camera system sizes: frequently asked questions
How much does a 4 camera security system cost installed?
A professionally installed 3 to 5 camera system often runs about $1,200 to $2,500 in Canada. Pixl gives a free custom quote for wired CCTV.
How much does a 2 camera setup cost?
Pixl installation starts at $200 for one or two WiFi cameras, before tax. The cameras are separate.
How big a hard drive do I need for 30 days?
About 1.3 TB per 4 MP camera for continuous recording, so about 5.2 TB for 4 cameras. Motion-only needs roughly a third of that.
Is an 8 or 16 camera system worth it?
For larger homes, restaurants, offices and warehouses, yes. Count your entry points and blind spots first.
Can I start small and add cameras later?
Yes, if the recorder and switch have spare ports. Tell your installer your plan so the recorder is sized for growth.
When do I pay?
After the job.
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Sources and method. Pixl prices were checked in October 2026, in Canadian dollars, before tax. Market ranges: a 2026 Canadian CCTV cost article and commercial pricing guide; they come from installer and vendor pages, so treat them as a guide. Drive sizes use 4 Mbps per 4 MP camera = 43.2 GB per day, and 1 TB = 1,000 GB.
About Pixl Canada. Pixl Canada is an installation company based in Edmonton, Alberta, serving cities across Canada with TV mounting, security cameras, appliance installation and smart home setup. Call or text (587) 899-7495. Open Monday to Saturday 8am to 8pm and Sunday 9am to 7pm.