Camera housings come in various shapes and sizes. With regard to the correct IP rating protection, this will range from dust and water ingress. This system is governed by a number of European and British standards.

IP55:

☛ Protected against dust - limited ingress.

☛ Protection against low-pressure jets of water from all directions - limited ingress permitted.

IP655:

☛ Protection against low pressure jets of water from all directions - limited ingress Permitted.