Amcrest UltraHD 4K (8MP) Dome POE IP Camera Security, 3840x2160, 98ft NightVision, 2.8mm Lens, IP67 Weatherproof, IK10 Vandal Resistance, MicroSD Recording, White (IP8M-2493EW)

I recently bought two of these cameras to integrate into my homelab and provide my home with a bit of security. I cannot express enough how pleased I am with the quality of these cameras. They were easy to configure and setup with Frigate was painlessly easy. The audio quality is top notch, even though I couldn't get the default AAC audio codec to work and had to use G.711A instead. Installation of the cameras is a no brainer, you just losten the dome cover with 3 screws with the provided hex wrench, set your screws internally once you're happy with it's placement and then re-secure the cover. The camera can be rotated (manually) inside the dome 360 and has a solid vertical adjustment as well. I'm colorblind so I suppose I can't vouch much for the color "quality" but from what I can tell it's quite vibrant. And the AMCREST WebUI for the cameras gives you a lot of control over the image quality. The IR strength can be adjusted as well as Brightness/Contrast/Exposure/Gamma/Sharpness ect. You can adjust the audio gain within the webUI as well. Even at 25% gain I can hear conversations from those at the pumps across the street; so it's quite good though it's sensitive enough you'll want to adjust your output speakers volume; don't make the mistake I did and forget your 5.1 surround is set quite loud baha! I will most certainly be buying more of these for additional angles on the house as well as a couple for inside the house to monitor my kids and Lord forbid any unwelcome visitors.

Excelente calidad ! Lo único malo qué hay que pagar para Guardar videos en la nube

Good camera

Cumple con las expectativas

PROS: - 4K resolution with 69-112° field of view offers wide coverage along with exceptional image quality. (I've attached images showing 4K image quality during daytime, dusk and nighttime conditions) - This camera has DHCP enabled by default so you may simply connect it to your network to begin. The initial setup & configuration can be performed from within the Amcrest View Pro App or directly via a web browser (I tested Firefox and Chrome). - Amcrest is security conscious. On first login, the interface will force a password change so that default credentials aren't used afterward. - Infrared night vision performance is acceptable. Quoted total range is up to 98ft with 18 IR LEDs, but as with all IR devices the illumination distance is subjective. - The camera housing can be purchased in either black or white colors and is constructed of metal with a glass dome which is favored for optics. - Being vandal resistant the use of a Torx tool is required to open the unit. A Torx screwdriver along with a mounting template, screws and wall anchors are all included. Screws are affixed to the dome shell so they can't be lost or dropped during a vertical installation. Visual indicators also aid with alignment, these are small but meaningful features. - The camera can be rotated, tilted or physically adjusted to suit most positions, however, vandal proof construction requires the dome be removed first. - Power over Ethernet (PoE) is ideal for installations where it may be difficult to get power and eliminates costly cables. Consumes less than 5.5W. - The dome housing has a full rubber gasket along with weatherproof rating of IP67 protection against dust/sand. - Excellent for both cold and hot climates as operational specs are -22F~+140F (-30C~+60C). - Amcrest View Pro App is free for iOS & Android. Intuitive for setup, config and viewing of up to 16 cameras. - Receive motion alert notifications via email or App based on zones you've configured. - Supports both H.265/H.246 (High Efficiency Video Coding) to reduction in network bandwidth and storage. - Recordings can be saved to internal MicroSD, FTP, Cloud Service, Network Video Recorder or NAS device. Supports RTSP and ONVIF too. - Full product documentation can be found online. At 73 pages it may be a little overwhelming but all options are covered. - Lifetime support provided directly from Amcrest along with warranty service in the USA. - Date & Time is retained after losing power for an extended period. CONS: - At dusk BLC or WDR options are not enabled by default. Enabling BLC greatly improves the night vision performance dramatically. Not too sure why Amcrest chose to shut it off. - Browser interface needs work. Live view, playback and motion zone setup via Web Browser requires a plugin. Hopefully this shortcoming will be addressed by switching to HTML5 Video in a future update! - Last Firmware update was back in 2018. TO BE NOTED: - 4K (8-Megapixel 3840x2160) resolution is limited to 15 frames per second (FPS), but you can switch res if higher frames are required. - There are no built-in speakers or microphones on this device but the attached wire pigtail contains audio wires (I/O) and alarm wiring. OVERALL: - The Amcrest IP8M-2493EW is an all-round solid performing 4K dome camera with the added benefit of comprehensive mechanical protection thanks to a IK10 vandal resistance rating. Night vision performance is good, but takes some configuration & tweaking to best suit your environment.