The Blink Mini has features you'd find in a $100 smart security camera, but it's on sale right now for 50% off

At $19, Amazon's Blink Mini 2 offers solid value for anyone wanting to start or expand their home security setup. The weatherproof design and color night vision are features usually found in more expensive cameras, while the straightforward app experience makes it accessible for security camera newcomers.

The Blink Outdoor 4 is a fourth generation wireless security camera that is easy install and use. Being wireless means you don’t need to worry about running cables around your house. Place the cameras where they will have an optimal view of your property, not just wherever you have an outdoor outlet available.

Maybe it's because people are becoming more privacy-conscious these days, but everyone seems to be doubling down on surveillance systems for their homes and vehicles. If you haven’t seen that dash cam video of the staged car crash scam, you really should — it's definitely a wake-up call for the need to document everything.

Blink makes some of the best home security cameras, especially for shoppers on a budget. If you're looking for a smart security system to cover your home for less, check out the Blink Outdoor 4 (6-Pack), which is now 62% off. Need a smart doorbell? Snag the Blink Video Doorbell + Outdoor 4 bundle for just $99.

Black Friday is a week away, and while I expect to see many more deals from the event through to Cyber Monday on the best mirrorless cameras, I have made a list of my top 5 Black Friday camera deals under $500 that you simply can't ignore now!