First, we have two Reolink systems at 2 houses, and have had 4 Reolink systems in the past 5 years or so.
The systems have all worked well and we have upgraded all cameras to 5mp. HOWEVER, within the past few months we upgraded 3 cameras to the RLC-410-5MP. They are installed in Arizona. I would have given these cameras 5 stars. BUT
Daytime images are great. Night images are great UNLESS IT HAS RAINED.
We don't get much rain here. After 1/4" rain a couple of months ago, the cameras had fuzzy spots (only at night vision) for weeks until Reolink (whom I had emailed) said to clean the lenses. OK did that (not an easy task since the cameras are 12 to 15 feet off the ground).
All was fine until we recently had about another 1/4" of rain - fuzzy spots back. They don't go away with time.
I have contacted Reolink again. Prior I had asked if there was a different model (similar to the 5mp cameras we have at other house with same NVR model) and got no response. I asked if there was something different about exterior of lens - answer no. We had never had a problem like this with the other, different models of 5MP cameras.
So now in a quandary of what to do as we can't be cleaning the camera lenses after every rain, especially since we are not at this house for part of the year. The current night vision is almost useless.
We've been a big fan of Reolink as the systems are easy to set up, the app and software work fine. (We've had other security systems that were much harder to install/set up - you pretty much needed good IT skills).
So I can't recommend these cameras based on the poor night vision after it rains.
I will try to update this review if/when Reolink responds
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Reolink has responded - they always have had quite rapid customer support response
After we ran thru numerous tests on the camera and the NVR, they sent us a new camera. We had our choice of cameras and decided to get a different bullet POE model.
The new camera is working extremely well
So again, the system overall works very well, the cameras install easily to NVR and viewing, the IOS and Windows apps work very well. I would recommend Reolink, and especially for the ease of installation and the viewing per apps. I should add that I have emails sent every half hour (you can change frequency) when there has been any motion on cameras - this is from 10 cameras overall. We have few security issues at our houses - it is more to see the animals.
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| power source | Power over Ethernet | Power Over Ethernet | Power over Ethernet | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
| video resolution | 5MP | 5 MP | 12mp | 5 MP | 4k | 5MP |
| wireless tech | Ethernet | Ethernet | Wired/PoE | Wi-Fi | Wired/PoE | Corded WiFi |
| viewing angle | — | 80 degrees | 97 degrees | — | 108 degrees | 80 degrees |
| night vision range | 100 feet | 100 feet | 100 feet | 100 feet | 100 feet | 30 meters |
| mounting type | Optional | Surface Mount/Wall Mount | Surface Mount, Ceiling Mount, Wall Mount | Ceiling Mount | Ceiling Mount | Wall Mount |
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| Smart Human/Vehicle Detection | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Motion Detection Only |
| Power supply | PoE/Adapter (not included) | PoE/Adapter (not included) | PoE/Adapter (not included) | PoE/Adapter (not included) | PoE/Adapter (Not Included) | Cameras via PoE NVR; NVR via Adapter |
| Recording | 24/7 or motion events to Micro SD card (not included) | 24/7 or motion events to Micro SD card (not included) | 24/7 or motion events to Micro SD card (not included) | 24/7 or motion events to Micro SD card (not included) | 24/7 or motion events to Micro SD card (not included) | 24/7 continuously or motion events to Built-in 2TB HDD |
| Zoom | Digital Zoom | Digital Zoom | Digital Zoom | Digital Zoom | 5X Optical Zoom | Digital Zoom |
This PoE IP camera captures stunning 5MP videos at 30fps, therefore brings an ultra-sharp and smooth on-screen experience that makes every detail vivid and inescapable. With advanced 3D-DNR and IR technology, the camera is capable of capturing stable and sharp night vision up to 100ft.
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Customize your Motion ZoneSet a maximum of four motion detection zones per your need and decide where objects' movements will be detected. Once completed, you can reduce false alerts from the disturbing areas and only receive alerts that matter. Simple, and peaceful. |
Instant Motion AlertsOnce the camera is triggered by a motion, it will immediately deliver an email alert with a picture/video attachment, while a push notification will also pop up on your cellphone, therefore you won't miss the important events happening to your loved ones. |
Remote Access AnywhereWith the free Reolink App, users can watch live streams and view playbacks via their smart device (IOS/Android) or computer (Windows/Mac) instantly and remotely. Supporting 12 online users to stream simultaneously, you and your family could stay informed whenever, wherever. |
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Work With Smart HomeIt can’t be easier to control a security camera that works with sound demand. Just tell your smart device to show you the camera, and you’ll see live feed from the camera on your Chromecast-enabled TVs. No further subscription or fee will be needed to richen your smart home. |
Various Recording OptionsThis camera can optionally record 24/7 or motion-triggered videos to a micro SD card (up to 128GB, not included), Reolink NVR or the FTP server. No extra fee or subscription is needed for you to control your own security per your liking. |
IP66 WaterproofWith a metal rugged enclosure, this security camera is designed to withstand any harsh weather conditions. Even under torrential downpours or scorching sun, it stays safe and sound. Working Temperature: -10°C - +55°C (14°F - 131°F) Humidity: 10% - 90% |
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Great Camera, Terrible Software
So these cameras are a hot deal for the price. They have pretty good night vision quality, great day vision quality, and have a straightforward web UI. Very easy to install, comes with everything you would need to get it connected. I prefer to have my cameras record on a hard drive, so I would need a camera software to do so.Pros:- Metal Construction, very rigid.- Flexible mounting joints, allows for almost any angle/orientation you need.- Decent Night Vision - Very Conical- Easy 1-Wire connection through PoE EthernetCons:- Software. The Reolink Client available for download from their website continuously crashes within 24 hours.- Timestamps. For whatever reason the four cameras that I have do not automatically sync to the NTP pool. I have to manually correct the time using the Reolink Client that crashes after 24 hours.- Not all settings are available in web UI. Use the Reolink Client that crashes after 24 hours to initialize and configure the cameras, where there are way more settings.Overall, I'm very pleased with these cameras. They work well with every VMS I've tried so far, minus ZoneMinder and iSpy. These softwares found multiple RTSP steams, and it's not specific on which is the option that you want. One is in 800x600 resolution, while this other is above 2K resolution.Suggestions for the end user:-Use a gigabit PoE switch - each camera can use up to 12Mbps, which doesn't seem like much. I've noticed some stuttering and tearing issues while viewing playback on multiple VMS clients. The Reolink Client, which crashes after 24 hours, is the only one that does not have these issues. I have not tried powering these cameras with a 12V external power supply, as my setup does not allow it, unfortunately.- Use a private network for recording. If you allow friends and family to connect to your wireless network, they will be able to view these cameras just by downloading the Reolink App from either the App Store or Play Store. While the chance of this happening may be small, it's still preventative maintenance to take care of if you truly want absolute security.- Find a VMS that works for you. I personally use Avigilon Control Center, as it is what I use on a daily basis for work and I know it the best. Milestone is great if you can configure it, iSpy is easy enough. Don't rely on the Reolink Software. Have I mentioned that it crashes after 24 hours? Ivideon is great if you don't mind paying to have more than one camera connected. Highly recommended, as there is an authentication layer that logs you into an account, instead of just scanning your wireless network.- Lastly, don't expect any support. The technical support staff are based in Asia (China, if I remember correctly) and will not respond until ~8PM CST. This made it very difficult to converse the problem and discuss a solution. The "solution" they gave me was to bypass having a VMS at all, and strictly using FTP to transfer footage from a microSD card to a NAS, which I was not okay with. I need playback, not a bunch of video clips.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2021
The systems have all worked well and we have upgraded all cameras to 5mp. HOWEVER, within the past few months we upgraded 3 cameras to the RLC-410-5MP. They are installed in Arizona. I would have given these cameras 5 stars. BUT
Daytime images are great. Night images are great UNLESS IT HAS RAINED.
We don't get much rain here. After 1/4" rain a couple of months ago, the cameras had fuzzy spots (only at night vision) for weeks until Reolink (whom I had emailed) said to clean the lenses. OK did that (not an easy task since the cameras are 12 to 15 feet off the ground).
All was fine until we recently had about another 1/4" of rain - fuzzy spots back. They don't go away with time.
I have contacted Reolink again. Prior I had asked if there was a different model (similar to the 5mp cameras we have at other house with same NVR model) and got no response. I asked if there was something different about exterior of lens - answer no. We had never had a problem like this with the other, different models of 5MP cameras.
So now in a quandary of what to do as we can't be cleaning the camera lenses after every rain, especially since we are not at this house for part of the year. The current night vision is almost useless.
We've been a big fan of Reolink as the systems are easy to set up, the app and software work fine. (We've had other security systems that were much harder to install/set up - you pretty much needed good IT skills).
So I can't recommend these cameras based on the poor night vision after it rains.
I will try to update this review if/when Reolink responds
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Reolink has responded - they always have had quite rapid customer support response
After we ran thru numerous tests on the camera and the NVR, they sent us a new camera. We had our choice of cameras and decided to get a different bullet POE model.
The new camera is working extremely well
So again, the system overall works very well, the cameras install easily to NVR and viewing, the IOS and Windows apps work very well. I would recommend Reolink, and especially for the ease of installation and the viewing per apps. I should add that I have emails sent every half hour (you can change frequency) when there has been any motion on cameras - this is from 10 cameras overall. We have few security issues at our houses - it is more to see the animals.
Good cameras but problems after rain, RESOLVED
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2021
First, we have two Reolink systems at 2 houses, and have had 4 Reolink systems in the past 5 years or so.Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2021
The systems have all worked well and we have upgraded all cameras to 5mp. HOWEVER, within the past few months we upgraded 3 cameras to the RLC-410-5MP. They are installed in Arizona. I would have given these cameras 5 stars. BUT
Daytime images are great. Night images are great UNLESS IT HAS RAINED.
We don't get much rain here. After 1/4" rain a couple of months ago, the cameras had fuzzy spots (only at night vision) for weeks until Reolink (whom I had emailed) said to clean the lenses. OK did that (not an easy task since the cameras are 12 to 15 feet off the ground).
All was fine until we recently had about another 1/4" of rain - fuzzy spots back. They don't go away with time.
I have contacted Reolink again. Prior I had asked if there was a different model (similar to the 5mp cameras we have at other house with same NVR model) and got no response. I asked if there was something different about exterior of lens - answer no. We had never had a problem like this with the other, different models of 5MP cameras.
So now in a quandary of what to do as we can't be cleaning the camera lenses after every rain, especially since we are not at this house for part of the year. The current night vision is almost useless.
We've been a big fan of Reolink as the systems are easy to set up, the app and software work fine. (We've had other security systems that were much harder to install/set up - you pretty much needed good IT skills).
So I can't recommend these cameras based on the poor night vision after it rains.
I will try to update this review if/when Reolink responds
---------------------
Reolink has responded - they always have had quite rapid customer support response
After we ran thru numerous tests on the camera and the NVR, they sent us a new camera. We had our choice of cameras and decided to get a different bullet POE model.
The new camera is working extremely well
So again, the system overall works very well, the cameras install easily to NVR and viewing, the IOS and Windows apps work very well. I would recommend Reolink, and especially for the ease of installation and the viewing per apps. I should add that I have emails sent every half hour (you can change frequency) when there has been any motion on cameras - this is from 10 cameras overall. We have few security issues at our houses - it is more to see the animals.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2018
Thank you very much for the good email support from the vendor.
For Blue Iris users, select MPG4 rather than MPG5 for compatibility with Blue Iris, and choose Reolink RLC-410 as the camera type.
I now have four reolink cameras, three RLC-410-5MP and one RLC-411S. I am happy with all of them.
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I used to be happy with this camera. I own three of the RLC-410-5MP plus one of the prior 4MP models. Two of my 410s work fine. Unfortunately the 3rd one I bought is glitching all the time. About 20 times a day, i get rectangles at the bottom of the picture with vertical line distortion. The vendor is asking me to stare at the camera web page to catch it in the act. ?!?!?!? How can I spend my day staring at a camera web page? That's what NVRs are for. So far I am having trouble resolving this issue. Hopefully they'll come through. Obviously this is a defective unit. (Photo uploaded showing the glitchiness.)
=-=-=- prior review below, from before receiving the 3rd (defective) unit -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-
I am quite happy with this camera. I have 3 of them around my house, along with a smattering of GW, Dahua, Hik and other Reolinks. These new reolink 5MP cameras seem fairly good. The pictures are relatively sharp. The camera is capable of a decent bit rate. I am getting typically 2-5Mb/s in the camera's highest resolution at 10fps. I don't use any of the storage or motion activation features of these cameras. I drive them all from Blue Iris on a Core i7 with nVidia graphics. I highly recommend this combination. But NVR aside, as a slave to a really good NVR like Blue Iris, this camera performs very well for the price point compared to other similar units. Looks like Reolink got to market with 5MP a little earlier than much of their competition. (Though I see now there's also an 8MP in the market! Gotta try it for capturing license plates of porch pirates!)
Inexpensive good camera. Happy with it. Good daytime quality. Acceptable night time.
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2018
Update on the support issue. It appears the problem was not due to a defective camera. Blue Iris works fine when this camera when "reolink RLC-410" is selected. But this camera had been configured in Blue Iris as a generic ONVIF. In that mode, the decode errors lead to video artifacts. When I switched the camera type from generic to reolink, the symptom stopped manifesting.Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2018
Thank you very much for the good email support from the vendor.
For Blue Iris users, select MPG4 rather than MPG5 for compatibility with Blue Iris, and choose Reolink RLC-410 as the camera type.
I now have four reolink cameras, three RLC-410-5MP and one RLC-411S. I am happy with all of them.
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I used to be happy with this camera. I own three of the RLC-410-5MP plus one of the prior 4MP models. Two of my 410s work fine. Unfortunately the 3rd one I bought is glitching all the time. About 20 times a day, i get rectangles at the bottom of the picture with vertical line distortion. The vendor is asking me to stare at the camera web page to catch it in the act. ?!?!?!? How can I spend my day staring at a camera web page? That's what NVRs are for. So far I am having trouble resolving this issue. Hopefully they'll come through. Obviously this is a defective unit. (Photo uploaded showing the glitchiness.)
=-=-=- prior review below, from before receiving the 3rd (defective) unit -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-
I am quite happy with this camera. I have 3 of them around my house, along with a smattering of GW, Dahua, Hik and other Reolinks. These new reolink 5MP cameras seem fairly good. The pictures are relatively sharp. The camera is capable of a decent bit rate. I am getting typically 2-5Mb/s in the camera's highest resolution at 10fps. I don't use any of the storage or motion activation features of these cameras. I drive them all from Blue Iris on a Core i7 with nVidia graphics. I highly recommend this combination. But NVR aside, as a slave to a really good NVR like Blue Iris, this camera performs very well for the price point compared to other similar units. Looks like Reolink got to market with 5MP a little earlier than much of their competition. (Though I see now there's also an 8MP in the market! Gotta try it for capturing license plates of porch pirates!)
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