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Testing EVERY Reolink Wired Security Camera - Reolink PoE Tier List
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Testing EVERY Reolink Wired Security Camera - Reolink PoE Tier List

Overview of Reolink Camera Systems

Introduction to Reolink Cameras

  • The video discusses the advantages of using Reolink camera systems, highlighting features such as wired performance, easy setup, user-friendly apps for PC and phone, person and vehicle detection, redundant backup recordings, and local control.
  • The presenter plans to test and compare all wired cameras made by Reolink, ranking them based on value, performance, and usefulness.

Duo Series Cameras

  • The Duo series features two sensors that create a 180° panoramic view without fisheye distortion. Variants include Duo 2, Duo Floodlight, and Duo 3.
  • Differences in aspect ratios: Duo 3 has a narrower field of view (32:9), while Duo 2 and Floodlight have taller ratios (24:9). Resolution varies with the Duo 3 at 16 megapixels compared to the others at 8 megapixels.
  • Testing shows no significant clarity difference between the cameras during day or night; both lower resolution models performed similarly well.
  • The presenter recommends having two to four Duos as main overview cameras but notes limitations in stretching views across multiple spaces in the app.

Performance Evaluation

  • The Duo 3 is rated D tier due to its higher price for less vertical field of view and increased bandwidth requirements without improved clarity over lower resolution models.

Analysis of PTZ Cameras

Overview of Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) Models

  • Discussion shifts to Reolink's six PTZ cameras. Panning allows left-right movement; tilting enables up-down movement; zooming refers to motorized optical zoom rather than digital.

Specific Camera Reviews

  • The RLC-823 S2 is critiqued for focus hunting issues during zoom changes despite its high price ($296), leading it to be rated D tier.
  • A more affordable option is the RLC-823A ($206), which offers less zoom but still suffers from focus hunting problems when adjusting zoom levels.

TrackMix Camera Features

  • The TrackMix model ($143) addresses focus hunting by utilizing dual sensors with fixed focus lenses. It features an effective auto-tracking system that can switch between views seamlessly.

Conclusion on Auto Tracking Capabilities

Advantages of TrackMix

  • TrackMix’s dual lens design saves separate video files for each view while providing flexible mounting options. It counts as one channel in NVR setups despite offering two feeds.

Recommendations

Camera Review and Recommendations

Overview of Camera Options

  • The speaker discusses the discomfort caused by certain cameras at night due to their spotlight tracking feature, recommending an additional $40 investment for a better option, the Track Mix, which is rated in B tier at $80.
  • The Poe E1 Outdoor SE is introduced as a smaller 8-megapixel pan and tilt camera with auto-tracking. It has a good mounting system but feels cheaper compared to others; it also shares IP65 waterproofing and is placed in B tier.
  • The RLC 81P is highlighted as the cheapest option at $76, featuring motorized panning and auto-tracking. However, its fixed roll position limits aiming flexibility, leading to its placement in C tier despite valid use cases.

Performance of Pan and Tilt Cameras

  • Among pan and tilt cameras, the Track Mix stands out as the best choice due to its size, deterrent capability without movement tracking issues, all priced under $150.
  • General-use cameras are available in various resolutions (5, 8, and 12 megapixels), with bullet/turret models being functionally identical while dome models offer wider fields of view but lower clarity.
  • All Reolink cameras perform well during daytime; however, nighttime movement detection proves challenging. The speaker rates 8-megapixel cameras in C tier for their balanced features but places 5-megapixel in D tier due to low field of view.

CX Lineup Analysis

  • The new CX lineup features larger image sensors suitable for color night vision. The CX410 (4MP) is less impressive overall compared to the CX810 (8MP), which offers better performance across conditions despite being $30 more expensive.
  • While comparing both CX models against the cheaper RLC820A shows that the CX810 provides a wider field of view and reduced motion smearing at night; thus it earns an A tier rating while CX410 falls into C tier.

Stationary Zoom Cameras Evaluation

  • Stationary zoom cameras like RLC811A, RLC833A, and RLC843A are useful for capturing specific areas. They share similar image quality during day time but differ in optical zoom capabilities.
  • The RLC843A excels at night performance with minimal smearing during tests making it ideal for close-up identification; hence it's rated A tier while RLC811A and RLC833A fall into B tier based on their respective features.

Final Recommendations on Camera Usage

  • For general use cameras: combining color night vision with IR night vision can enhance information capture. If using Duo2 overview cameras in IR mode consider CX810; if using color mode opt for RLC843A due to its five times optical zoom advantage.

360° Fisheye Reolink FE Overview

Features and Functionality

  • The 360° fisheye Reolink FE is designed for indoor use, specifically intended to be mounted on the ceiling.
  • It performs effectively within its specific use case, providing a range of dewarping options through the NVR and PC app.
  • Users can utilize quad view functionality to monitor four distinct areas of a room simultaneously.
  • Recorded footage allows for post-dewarp adjustments, enabling flexibility in viewing preferences.

Reolink PE Doorbell Performance

Cost and Comparison

  • Priced at $78, the Reolink PE doorbell is noted as one of the most affordable yet high-performing video doorbells available.
  • Despite its performance, the Power over Ethernet (PoE) requirement may limit its user base; many might opt for the Wi-Fi version instead.
  • The Wi-Fi variant can be powered by existing doorbell wiring while maintaining similar performance levels as the PoE model.

Ideal Reolink System Configuration

Recommended Setup

  • A suggested optimal setup includes pairing the RLN 410 NVR with two to four Duo cameras for comprehensive property coverage.
  • This configuration aims to establish detection and observation zones across various entry points around a property.
  • Additional camera models like TrackMixes and 81 Masas are recommended for monitoring entry points, while 843A cameras are suitable for areas needing zoom capabilities.
Video description

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