If you're looking for the best drain camera in Australia, choosing the right system can save time, improve diagnostic accuracy, and help you deliver a more professional service to your customers. Whether you're inspecting blocked drains, sewer lines, stormwater pipes, or difficult access areas, investing in a quality drain inspection camera makes every job faster and more efficient.
At High Pressure Jetters, we supply professional-grade drain cameras trusted by plumbers, drain cleaning specialists, councils, and contractors across Australia. From compact push rod cameras for residential plumbing to advanced pan and rotate systems for large commercial pipelines, we have a solution for every application.
In this guide, we'll explain how to choose the best drain camera, compare different camera systems, and help you find the right model for your business.
| Application | Recommended Camera | Camera Head Size | Cable Length | Pipe Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tight access inspections (toilet lines, floor waste, balcony drains) | Ultra Mini Drain Eye Camera System 12.8mm | 12.8mm | 40m | 25mm to 75mm |
| Entry level residential drain inspection | Mini Drain Eye Pushrod Camera 21mm Base Model | 21mm | 50m | 40mm to 100mm |
| Residential drain inspection with premium features | 21mm Mini Drain Eye Camera System Premium Model | 21mm | 50m | 40mm to 100mm |
| Everyday residential and light commercial | Mini Drain Eye 29mm Pushrod Camera Premium Model | 29mm | 60m | 50mm to 150mm |
| Drain cleaning and inspection in one pass | Flexshaft Drain Eye System | 12.8mm | 30m camera / 12m flexshaft | 50mm to 100mm |
| Residential and commercial drain inspection | 29mm Drain Eye Camera System | 29mm | 60m | 50mm to 150mm |
| Long pipeline and larger diameter pipes | 100M Drain Eye 39mm Camera System | 39mm | 100m | 75mm to 225mm |
| Complex jobs requiring 360 degree view | Pan and Rotate Drain Eye System | 39mm | 80m | 75mm to 225mm |
| Professional residential and commercial | Scan Probe X40 System with 8" Tablet | 30mm | 40m | 50mm to 150mm |
| Commercial pipes up to 300mm | Scan Probe X60 System with 10" Tablet | 44mm | 60m | 50mm to 300mm |
| Professional inspection with advanced reporting | MINI-CAM SOLOPRO+ Drain Camera | 49mm | 40m to 100m | 75mm to 300mm |
| Infrastructure and council CCTV inspection | MiniCam Proteus Lite CCTV System | CCTV Crawler | 250m | 150mm to 600mm |
Best for: Inspecting wall cavities, toilet lines, floor wastes, balcony drains, pool lines and sink drains.
The Ultra Mini Drain Eye is the most compact system in the HPJ range, featuring a tiny 12.8mm camera head that accesses spaces no standard drain camera can reach. It comes with 40 metres of 4.8mm cable, a 13 inch control unit, 512hz sonde for locating, USB and SD card support, and is compatible with Milwaukee or Makita battery adaptors for continuous run time. The control unit is interchangeable with all other Mini Drain Eye and Drain Eye systems in the range. At $3,000, this is the most affordable drain camera HPJ stocks and a strong choice for plumbers who regularly encounter very narrow or specialised drain lines.
Best for: Entry level residential drain inspection.
The Mini Drain Eye 21mm Base Model is a solid, practical system for plumbers starting out with drain camera inspection or adding a second camera to their kit. It features a 21mm self levelling camera head with suited skids, a 13 inch monitor, 50 metres of 6.8mm cable, 12 adjustable LED lights, a 512hz sonde, SD card and USB support, and a Makita battery adaptor for continuous run time. The control box is completely waterproof when closed. Weight is 14kg and the system comes with a one year complete warranty. At under $5,000, this is an excellent entry point into professional drain camera inspection.
Best for: Residential drain inspection with premium features.
The 21mm Mini Drain Eye Premium Model is a step up from the base model, offering improved features and build quality while still targeting the same residential drain inspection market. It suits the same pipe sizes and applications as the base model but with better specifications for plumbers who want a more capable everyday system. The Premium Model is well suited to plumbing businesses that run drain camera inspections regularly and want reliable performance on every job.
Best for: Everyday residential and light commercial drain inspection.
The Mini Drain Eye 29mm Premium Model is one of the most popular systems in the HPJ range for good reason. The 29mm camera head navigates standard residential drain lines with ease while the 60 metre cable gives enough reach for most drain runs encountered on residential and light commercial jobs. It is compact, portable and straightforward to use, making it an excellent everyday inspection tool for plumbers who move between multiple sites each day.
Best for: Plumbers who want to clean and inspect pipes in a single operation.
The Flexshaft Drain Eye System is a unique dual purpose tool that combines a HD pipe inspection camera with a flexshaft drain cleaning machine, allowing you to see and clean in one pass rather than switching between tools. It features a 12.8mm camera with skid, 30 metres of 4.8mm camera cable, a 12 metre outer cable flail reel with 6mm flexshaft running at 40V high power, adjustable LED lights, a 13 inch monitor and a 512hz sonde for locating. This system saves significant time on drain clearing jobs where you need to clean first and then verify the result visually.
Best for: Residential and commercial drain inspection requiring a robust standard system.
The 29mm Drain Eye Camera System is a well built inspection system for plumbers who need a reliable standard setup for day to day commercial and residential drain work. With a 29mm camera head and a solid construction, it suits pipe sizes commonly encountered across residential houses, units, restaurants and light commercial buildings. This system offers good value for plumbers who want a dependable, capable inspection camera without the premium price of the more advanced systems.
Best for: Long run inspections and larger diameter pipes.
When you need to inspect longer drain runs or reach deep into larger diameter pipes, the 100M Drain Eye 39mm Camera System delivers the cable length and camera size to get the job done. With 100 metres of cable and a 39mm camera head, this system is well suited to commercial drainage work, stormwater lines, boundary traps and larger residential connections where shorter cameras run out of reach. It is a strong choice for plumbers and drain specialists who regularly work on longer or more complex drainage systems.
Best for: Complex inspection jobs requiring a full 360 degree view inside the pipe.
The Pan and Rotate Drain Eye System is a major upgrade from standard pushrod cameras for plumbers working on complex or high value jobs. It delivers a full 360 degree view inside pipes, enabling far more accurate diagnostics, better repair planning and more efficient outcomes compared to a standard axial camera. The system features a pan and rotate self levelling camera head with wheeled ski, 80 metres of 7.2mm cable, a brake system and telescopic handle with trolley wheels, a meter counter with reset function, 512hz sonde for locating and 15 adjustable LED lights. Weight is 21kg. For thorough inspection of junctions, laterals and larger commercial pipes, the pan and rotate capability makes a significant difference to the quality of information you can provide.
Best for: Professional plumbers wanting tablet based inspection with flexible control options.
The Scan Probe X40 is a versatile mid range system currently available at a reduced price, making it one of the best value drain cameras in the HPJ range right now. It features a 30mm camera head, 40 metres of 8mm rod, self levelling camera, 12 LED lights, IP68 camera rating, IP54 coiler rating and up to 6 hours battery life. One standout feature is its flexibility in control options. You can use your own mobile phone or tablet with a free looksee app, a subscription reporting app, the included bespoke 8 inch rugged tablet with mina and WinCan ProTouch, or a Scanprobe control box. The tablet is drop proof on tile and concrete, works in extreme temperatures and can be hosed off. Reports can be shared via Dropbox, WhatsApp or email directly on site. The X40 rod is flexible enough to navigate trap bends while rigid enough to push the distance through abrasive pipes. Pipe use range is 50mm to 150mm.
Best for: Professional plumbers and contractors needing a capable system for pipes up to 300mm.
The Scan Probe X60 is a step up from the X40 and one of the most capable mid range systems available. It features a 44mm camera head, 60 metres of 12mm rod, dual bearing self levelling stability, camera resolution of 720H x 576V, high power white LED lights and an IP68 camera rating. It inspects pipes from 50mm to 300mm in diameter. Battery life extends up to 12 hours. The included 10 inch rugged tablet supports mina plus and WinCan ProTouch reporting software, PDF editing, clock position observations and seamless sharing via Outlook, WhatsApp and email. System weight is 27kg. The X60 represents excellent value for professional plumbing businesses and contractors who need a robust, capable system with strong reporting capability and a wider pipe use range than the X40.
Best for: Professional plumbing businesses and inspection companies requiring a flexible, high performance system with advanced reporting.
The MINI-CAM SOLOPRO+ is a professional grade drain camera system from MiniCam, available in six configurations ranging from a 40 metre axial system to a 100 metre pan and rotate system. The redesigned control unit features an integral joystick, an ergonomic soft-touch keypad and a 200mm sunlight readable LCD screen with 3x zoom. It supports video recording, still image capture, up to 16 pages of text entry, USB and SD card offloading and Wi-Fi connectivity for remote access to stored data and direct cloud upload on site. The system runs off mains power, vehicle power or an internal six-hour rechargeable battery. Mini-Cam ProPipe reporting software comes standard, with WinCan Embedded catalogues available for industry standard field reporting. Available options include a 49mm Auto Levelling Axial System or a Pan and Rotate System across 40, 60 and 100 metre rod lengths. This is an ideal system for plumbing businesses that inspect drains regularly and need documented, professional reporting for clients and councils.
Best for: Infrastructure inspection, council work, commercial CCTV surveys and larger inspection companies.
The MiniCam Proteus Lite is the most advanced drain camera system HPJ stocks and represents the professional standard for CCTV pipe inspection. It is the entry level system in MiniCam's Proteus family, described as ideal for one-man operations, small inspection vans or as a low cost option for larger companies working in off-road or remote locations. The system includes the CCU208 Control Unit, RMPL250 Reel, CPL150S Crawler and CAM026 Camera. The cable reel holds 250 metres of 6.8mm Kevlar reinforced cable with a manually operated cable layering arm, meterage roller and friction brake system. A sturdy winding handle folds away for compact storage. ProPIPE+ and WinCan Embedded software come standard for detailed on-site reporting. The powder coated construction is built for demanding environments and continuous daily use. For contractors, councils and infrastructure maintenance teams who need the highest level of CCTV inspection capability, the Proteus Lite delivers.
High Pressure Jetters stocks the full range of drain cameras listed above for plumbers, contractors and maintenance teams across Australia. With showrooms in Sydney and Brisbane, you can see the equipment in person and get expert advice before you buy. Australia-wide shipping is available on all drain cameras.
Sydney: Unit 30/44 Carrington Rd, Castle Hill, NSW 2154
Brisbane: Unit 1/33 Kremzow Rd, Brendale QLD 4500
If you are unsure which system suits your work, the HPJ team can help you choose the right camera for your budget and application. Contact us on 1300 370 660 or visit one of the showrooms for a hands-on demonstration.
