Solar Powered Security Camera PTZ Wireless Outdoor Home 2K with Audio & Light Alert, Color Night Vision & 9600mAh Built in Battery

already own several solar cameras and this is my second model from this brand. When selecting the cameras, I make sure that they run with the CloudEdge app. Then all cameras can be easily added and operated intuitively with the successful app. The K&F Concept camera is well made and there are hardly any differences to the cameras from other brands that I own. German instructions and the necessary assembly material are included. Adding the camera via the Cloud Edge app and setting it up is easy. Once the app is set up, all you have to do is hold the QR code generated by the app in front of the camera and wait for the confirmation, done. A cloud subscription is not necessary. But I recommend inserting a micro SD card. The Cloudedge app then offers all the settings you need, such as motion alarms, a chronicle of alarms in a clear timeline, live image, alarm settings, etc. You can view every movement, which by the way is recorded with an image, in the timeline again and again and if you have a micro Inserted SD card, there is also a small video about it. The camera also records sound with films and you can use the camera as an intercom. But the sound quality is only mediocre... There is also a light and an alarm. Of course, every video and every picture has a time/date stamp. You can choose between SD and a higher resolution. The picture quality in general and the night vision are good and absolutely sufficient. You can also pan and rotate the camera via the app, which also works well. The notification of movements on the cell phone works reliably, but an alarm has sometimes not been triggered. In general, this works well and the sensitivity is also adjustable. From my experience with other cameras that I have been using for a longer period of time, I can report that the solar panel is almost sufficient to supply the camera with electricity all year round. So far I've only had to supply two cameras with additional power once in a year. A good place for the solar panel is important. The built-in battery could become a shortcoming at some point, so if it should give up the ghost, you can throw the camera away. But as I said, my other cameras have lasted for over a year... Conclusion: Here too you get a very good solar camera with useful functions, many setting options and a really good app. The resolution and night vision are good, the sound quality is mediocre and the motion detection is good. The solar panel should be enough to supply the camera with enough power for most of the year. Iran saves laying the annoying cable here, but you have to place the solar panel on a good sunny spot, then you might have to help with electricity 1-2 times a year, otherwise the solar panel is sufficient.

What I liked right away when unpacking is that a drilling template and suitable fastening material for the camera and solar panel are included in the scope of delivery. The camera is first activated near the router and connected to the app. The app then checks whether the WLAN signal strength at the desired installation location is sufficient to maintain the data rate for video transmission. If the space is suitable, assembly can begin. The connection to the solar panel can be extended with a micro USB cable, otherwise a distance of 2 m can be expected if the cable is properly laid. If the solar radiation is not sufficient for continuous operation, the camera can also be recharged with a power pack. The image quality is very good in the highest resolution, the night vision is also good and can also be displayed in color with the built-in lights. The camera can be freely panned and rotated via the app and with a micro SD card, the camera can store videos directly in the device in the event of a motion alarm and, if necessary, also play them via the app. Unfortunately, this does not always work the first time. If required, a paid cloud service is also possible, here the costs range from $2.99 per month/$30 per year for a 3-day backup (after three days the old data is deleted) for the 7-day backup the prices range from $4.99 per month to $50 per year. The alarm is reliable, a certain alarm range can be set and a sensitivity level can also be set, but here it is not clear which movements are hidden and what causes the change. It would also be great if an image was displayed directly with the notification without switching to the app. In my opinion, the app is not yet as mature as the camera, but it serves its purpose.

The camera actually has some functions and properties that made me feel positive. The first thing to mention is the connectivity with the Cloud Edge app, which I have already used several times and is also one of the most used. Setup is super easy, select the camera, scan the QR code while you are in the correct 2.4Ghz network and you're done. Second, of course, is the enormous flexibility, since it can function completely independently. Does it have an integrated battery at the top that is charged via a small solar panel. If there is not enough sun, the battery will last for several weeks (depending on the number of alarms and recordings recognized, of course). Another nice feature is the 360 degree option, where you can simply rotate the camera around its own axis in the app and get the complete all-round view. Unfortunately, the 5MP is only available in the live view, although I wouldn't even declare the image as 4K. In daylight it is quite good and recognizable, but I would have actually wished for a little more image quality. A lot of details can be seen in the night vision and you also get a wide view that easily covers 7 meters, which covers my needs. Access to the memory card is - unfortunately as with most cameras - super sluggish, buffers forever and sometimes hangs, so that it then simply displays the live image instead of the recording. Somehow no manufacturer has been able to do this well so far, although the reading speeds of the memory cards and the Internet lines are more than sufficient in most cases to realize this. The workmanship is very good, the quality is also right, the picture could be a bit better and the access to the recordings too, but overall it's a good camera that we can gladly recommend.

1. Delivery: The package arrived quickly and undamaged. Well packed in the box: + camera + solar panel + charging cable (in case the sun is not enough) + brackets (solar panel and camera) + fastening material + drilling templates (solar panel and camera) + sticker (deterrent) + very easy to read installation instructions (German , English, French, Italian, Spanish) and quick start guide (only in English) 2. The camera: The camera makes a high-quality impression and the solar panel is also well made. All plug contacts fit perfectly and the installation is simple. The drilling templates are a good idea and work great. You have to set up the camera the first time you start it. As usual with most, this only works in the 2.4 GHz network. To do this, download the "CloudEdge" app, register an account and add the camera to the app. If it is recognized, you have several setting options for the alarm, sensitivity, volume, etc. You can store recordings and photos on the micro SD (not included). Access is easily possible with the app via WLAN and also on the go. The camera can still be moved in the app, so almost no angle remains unobserved. I think it's good that you're not forced to use the cloud (for a fee), but you can try it out for 7 days. With the intercom, the postman is no longer "left alone" and you can talk to each other. The camera takes good pictures and videos from the recordings (see attachments). I'm not sure how long the battery will last. The manufacturer has indicated to keep the state of charge (as usual for batteries) between 20 and 80%, but it would be much better to be able to control this function in the app, not everyone is constantly checking how full the battery is at the moment, especially as this changes greatly depending on the weather. 3. Conclusion: A good camera for a fair price. It remains to be seen how well the battery lasts, especially now in the dark, cold season. Otherwise everything you need to look after the right thing. Thank you for reading, I hope the description was useful.

The swiveling camera system is ideally suited for a wide range of applications. It has an app control that works over the Internet. For campers or off-roaders without an internet connection, there is no possibility of using it directly via Bluetooth, for example. This would be particularly interesting for campers. Otherwise, the camera can be controlled remotely and communication can also be carried out remotely. So it is no problem to call up the current views from vacation or a business trip via a bookable cloud system, but also to receive movement reports. Motion alerts work well. If the camera z. B. used inside the house, office, warehouse, etc., so every movement is registered, recorded (in cloud operation) and sent to the smartphone or tablet as movement information. With SD card operation, you can then decide for yourself when to call up the recording. A loud signal can be added. The same procedure can be used for outdoor use, but it makes no sense to switch on the siren, as this can be triggered by a cat walking by. The built-in speaker and microphone in the camera are also very beneficial. In the entrance area, not only monitoring can take place via motion detection, but also communication, and that from vacation or business trip via smartphone. The camera can also be used to monitor the children's room. Due to the high resolution, it can also be used to monitor and read values and statuses from meters and machines. The night vision function expands the field of application considerably, but you have to know that the illumination does not go very far. You may still be able to see an entrance or door area, but a larger area, such as an entire house front, is not possible without the use of additional infrared LEDs. For this you need an additional infrared spotlight, i.e. invisible light, then you can see larger areas perfectly. The camera delivers a good and sharp picture. It also copes well with backlight. Motion detection works very well. You can also readjust the sensitivity. Connecting the camera to the internet is relatively easy. The camera and the smartphone must be registered with a router, switch, access point or repeater via WLAN. Nothing works without registration. As soon as this is synchronized and the registration via app has taken place, the camera can be accessed. In the documentation everything is described very well in words and pictures. A good internet connection is required. The connection to the supplied solar panel is absolutely professional and useful. The solar panel can be optimally aligned to the sun regardless of the camera location. It is equipped with a long cable. This is a perfect solution that we use all the time. When used outdoors, the camera should either be protected from the rain or get an additional rain and snow cover. The installation of the camera and the solar panel is easily possible with the help of the supplied screws and dowels. Conclusion: This is a very good wireless and panning camera system with optional solar power supply, as it should be. The motion notifications and images can be received via the app anywhere in the world where the Internet is available with the addition of cloud services. Storing the data on a microSD card is also very important and essential. Installation and operation are kept simple, all you have to do is follow the instructions in the good documentation. The processing and the quality are very good. The field of application is very extensive and varied due to the swiveling and the good recordings with the addition of the solar panel.

For me, the most important thing about this camera is that it can be charged with solar energy. Because I would like to use the camera to monitor my front yard and had no intention of drilling a hole for a power cable through the outer wall including the insulation. And this camera deals with the 2 above options. It was also important to me that the recorded images / videos were not stored directly in a cloud, where you then had to take out a subscription and thus incur additional costs. You can do that here too, but you also have the option of saving all data on a micro SD card (not included in the scope of delivery). And it works perfectly, you only have to format it once after inserting it. Whether even larger maps can be used, I can not say. I would have liked to get a bigger one right away, but you can really delete the recorded information super quickly via the "CloudEdge" APP and thus always ensure enough storage space. And this app is also mandatory for operating and managing the camera. The handling of the app is really very good and everything is easy to understand. This is also used to set up the camera for the first time, which is really super quick. It is important here that you choose a place with good WiFi reception. But this is an included step in the setup of the camera and therefore cannot be forgotten :-). You should also make sure that the actual camera, not the solar panel, is not exposed to direct weather influences (i.e. no extreme solar radiation and you should not expose it to direct rain either). Ok, of course it is also dust and waterproof with IP66, but you should avoid that, as it could certainly be damaged in heavy rain or extreme sun. The camera also has a microphone and a loudspeaker, so that it can interact with the delivery man, the postman or the people in front of the front door, for example. In addition, the good piece can also be rotated or tilted 355 degrees horizontally and 95 degrees vertically (according to the product description) in order to control the camera accordingly via the app, which also works great. Motion detection works just fine too. And the LED lights are real headlights and are a deterrent when they switch on automatically. If the camera records something, you immediately receive an "alarm" via the app and can then look at the details. Really a very helpful product, which totally inspires me. In short, what I was really looking for. Sure, you have to see how well the solar collectors work and whether the camera works more or less independently as far as the power supply is concerned. And of course, everything stands or falls with these collectors. You just have to see how durable the solar panel is, but of course I can't judge that at the moment. Pictures and videos in very low-light environments also look really good and are absolutely usable. I am generally enthusiastic about the videos and pictures that the camera delivers. I tried it out briefly this morning in our living room (it was more or less still quite dark). The LED lights switch on automatically when there is movement and the camera records the images/videos superbly. In my opinion, the quality is really impressive, whether by day or by night. I can't understand some reviews that are not satisfied with the quality of the data. Maybe the camera wasn't installed really well here or there are problems with the WiFi? Here I can only recommend to "reset" the camera again and set it up again. Or you can simply contact customer service, which is also possible via the app. The only shortcoming I can find here and therefore deduct a 1/2 star is the product description, which once again is not really perfect. Yes, it's better than some others, but unfortunately it doesn't read fluently and has one or two errors. Unfortunately, the pictures on the product page were only labeled in English. Unfortunately, the labeling on the box that the camera came with is not in German either. However, the supplied instructions for use are available in German. Only the quick set-up guide is only available in English. But you don't really need that, because the German-language app guides you through the entire setup. You can see the exact scope of delivery on my pictures. Conclusion: For me currently a super camera. I'm thinking about buying a second one to monitor the back of my garden. Currently I would give the camera a smooth 5 stars alone. I'm only deducting half a star for the small things mentioned above. But I can only recommend the actual product. Therefore, if you are looking for something like this, you can access it here without hesitation. If something negative happens in the future I will of course report back here.

Monitoring and controlling the camera works wonderfully with the associated app. The camera can be connected to the app quickly and without any problems. Once charged by cable, the camera lasts a really long time before it needs to be recharged. Thanks to the solar panel, there is no need to lay a power cable. The images can be seen very well and are stored on an SD card (not included). The camera can be called up and controlled at any time via the app. You can hear sounds and speak through speakers. Great value for money. Clear recommendation

This is an edit from my first post. I had a problem with the solar panel at first. The seller responded quickly and the problem is fixed. Overall very good night vision. A bit slow when capturing motion. Good day view. I need to figure out how to keep the camera lens clear of temperature changes. Due to the condensation here, it tends to fog up early in the morning. Overall the product meets my needs and I would buy it again.

Very easy to set up, download and register the app, grab a microSD card and away you go, there is no zoom option which is a shame but not overly necessary and the instructions are a little basic but still easy to set up and use. The solar charging system helps keep the battery charged even though it's winter so it does everything we want and need and the pictures are very clear, with the app I can see what's going on and even talk or that Turn on the light Very happy with the camera

This review took a little while as I was having trouble charging the solar panel. It turned out that my metal roof got in the way of the solar panel in the middle of the day, resulting in it not generating enough electricity to charge this camera. Now I'll get this out of the way: static position cameras really are the right choice when it comes to security cameras. They help keep an EYE on what exactly you are monitoring and protecting. PTZ cameras are great for LIVE surveillance of what you want to protect. The problem with all PTZ cameras is that there is NO timeout and the camera does not automatically find itself where it was before. After all, I like the image of this camera and I always try to remember to manually put it where I want it. That way I always aim it exactly at what I want to keep an eye on. Now this camera will notify you that motion has occurred and you can try to capture it live. I usually watch the end of an event, but with ANY camera connected to my phone via the internet, sometimes you get lucky and can open it right away. But mostly I have to look back at the recordings. And the recordings sometimes don't capture the start of the event. I don't think this camera is ONIV compliant so it might not be able to connect to an NVR but why would that use up the battery as the sun can only generate enough to run this camera around 4-6 days without a charge to keep going. Good for long periods of no sun such as in a hurricane situation. The internal SD card slot is a must as it allows you to save any event directly and on demand (if your camera has a working WIFI connection). You can use an external battery to charge it if you don't have sun for a while. I like solar cameras because I don't have to run new cables to the camera. You need to plug in the cable that you run to the camera so there isn't a long cable hanging out of the world. Now I'll have to hang this again when I figure out how to hang this camera on vinyl siding. It slopes upwards due to the shape of the fairing. I'm thinking of a wooden wedge. And I'll work on that at some point. It has night vision and color night vision which is NICE. It uses an array of LED lights to illuminate the subject and it looks great. Pros: Solar powered, rechargeable via battery bank, SD card slot, color night vision. Cons: If there is no sun after 5 to 6 days, you need to charge the battery.