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Smart outdoor security cameras in SA?
No - reason I opted for Reolink
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That makes them very attractive, I wonder when their servers are going to start slowing down from being over subscribed?!
Most cameras systems want around R150 per month per camera for remote monitoring and recording.
I'm assuming even if you buy 2hnd or older Reolink cameras they'll still be eligible to use their free remote monitoring, each camera will have a hardware ID that Reolink uses to verify them?
Looking at his unit:
reolink.com
Is it free shipping to SA?
I see I would still need to also get a PoE router/switch?
[Official] Reolink RLC-510A | Smart 5MP PoE Security Camera with Person/Vehicle/Animal Detection
Meet Reolink RLC-510A, a smart outdoor/indoor PoE security camera with person/vehicle/animal detection, 5MP super HD view, clear night vision up to 100ft, audio recording, and more.
reolink.com
Is it free shipping to SA?
I see I would still need to also get a PoE router/switch?
Yes POE switch to power it. But what I prefer as active POE, so just a cat5 cable required.Looking at his unit:
[Official] Reolink RLC-510A | Smart 5MP PoE Security Camera with Person/Vehicle/Animal Detection
Meet Reolink RLC-510A, a smart outdoor/indoor PoE security camera with person/vehicle/animal detection, 5MP super HD view, clear night vision up to 100ft, audio recording, and more.
Is it free shipping to SA?
I see I would still need to also get a PoE router/switch?
TP-Link vigi range seems decent as well?
www.takealot.com
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powermzii
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Should deliver to your home address if via DHL
Customs on that would be a couple hundred rand
furpile
Expert Member
Typically it is DHL so they deliver to your door. You can get a 4 port POE switch from Scoop for under R500. I have thee Tenda ones, but I think the Scoop version with the AI should be better (they were out of stock when I ordered). The AI detects if the camera freezes and automatically reboots it. Doesn't happen often though.
Customs will probably be R200-R300 for 2 cameras.
Awesome, going to order 2x RLC-410 for time being.
Guessing i should stay away from here?
Reolink Certified Refurbished Products
Shop certified refurbished battery security cameras, PoE/WiFi IP cameras and network video recorders. All refurbished products include a one-year warranty.
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furpile
Expert Member
Many people have ordered the refurbished cameras in the past with no issues. They are not always available though.Guessing i should stay away from here?
Reolink Certified Refurbished Products
Shop certified refurbished battery security cameras, PoE/WiFi IP cameras and network video recorders. All refurbished products include a one-year warranty.reolink.com
Took a chance - went with for R1116
RLC-520 (2-Pack Refurbished)
5MP PoE Camera with Audio Recording & 100ft Night Vision
RLC-520 (2-Pack Refurbished)
5MP PoE Camera with Audio Recording & 100ft Night Vision
Just ordered 2 as well to join my 410.Took a chance - went with for R1116
RLC-520 (2-Pack Refurbished)
5MP PoE Camera with Audio Recording & 100ft Night Vision
Keep me updated on your delivery schedule and costs, I will do the same.
Doesn't have person detection if you require that.
Buy these if its an option for model I require.Guessing i should stay away from here?
Reolink Certified Refurbished Products
Shop certified refurbished battery security cameras, PoE/WiFi IP cameras and network video recorders. All refurbished products include a one-year warranty.reolink.com
Running w.o issues and look new when I received them.
furpile
Expert Member
I paid R370 in August for 2x 410's that were just over $80.
I'm thinking of trying this camera for now - want to minimize cabling, thus decided to go with something wireless and no NVR. Will pair it with a 128GB SD Card.
Does anyone have experience of this Ezviz Husky Air?
www.takealot.com
Does anyone have experience of this Ezviz Husky Air?
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Yes, running one of them outside.I'm thinking of trying this camera for now - want to minimize cabling, thus decided to go with something wireless and no NVR. Will pair it with a 128GB SD Card.
Does anyone have experience of this Ezviz Husky Air?
Takealot.com: Online Shopping | SA's leading online store
South Africa's leading online store. Fast, reliable delivery to your door. Many ways to pay. Shop anything you can imagine: TVs, laptops, cellphones, kitchen appliances, toys, books, beauty & more. Shop the mobile app anytime, anywhere.
Wifi is the biggest weakpoint of these - usually because your access point / router is somewhere internally inside and the camera might be many meters and walls from the access point.
In my case I have a Unifi access point in my garage with a single wall between it and this camera and about 20m, so it works ok.
EDIT: if you can afford it, get the EZVIZ C3X (with Dark-Figher and AI) -- person detection is pretty good and the color night vision is really cool. EZVIZ C3X AI-Powered Dark-Fighter - Full HD WiFi Outdoor Security Camera | Buy Online in South Africa | takealot.com