REOLINK Argus 4 Pro 4K Solar Camera Outdoor Wireless, Dual-Lens 180° View for Home Security, ColorX Night Vision, No Subscription, Smart Detection, Local Storage, Wi-Fi 6, Home Hub Compatible

Ultra wide and no subscription
This is a great camera with high quality imagery and ultra wide view. It’s super simple to set up with simply scanning a code on the side. You’re up within just a minute or so. The included solar panel is awesome so you never have to worry about power as long as you’re installing it to face the sun.It’s an extremely wide view though, so you have to really look at your case to see if it’s the right fit. For us, we have two of these. One is to look at our whole yard when we want to watch our animals outside. It’s great to get that whole view. However, for the front of the house it’s almost too wide for just looking at the house. We get a lot of the neighbors fence and the other neighbor as well. It’s probably overkill for something that really just needs to see a square shaped area.The app seems very secure with the option to share the camera with authorized viewers. We are transitioning away from Arlo which over the years got worse quality products and increasing subscription fees. This is great because there are no subscription fees and you can still get motion detection alerts for various things including animals, and set the size of the activity and zone you’re interested in.

Love the concept but not the image quality
Needs improvement. It’s supposed to be 4K but I suppose it’s only UHD with both cameras combined which is a deficit. When zooming in the definition looks no better than a 480p. Things that need improvement are:1) Real 4K definition per camera2) At least 30 fps or better needed as all security camera makers always cheap out on this feature.3) IR Night vision.All other accompanying features such as the app and ability to connect via FTP and the very wide screen are great no need to pan when you’re just recording a front porch, but of little meaning if the image quality is subpar.In the video you can see how poor the clarity is. I recorded it in my room where the distance from the camera to the poster is about 12 feet max. I’m going to keep testing it to decide if to keep it. I do like the panoramic view which is why I ordered it in the first place.

Works really well; person detection not perfect but NO integration with NVR
This provides what’s promised – wide angle, solar powered (mine has remained fully charged), timely alerts/updates, easy to use app/playback and a fairly clear picture. The stretched 180 degree is never going to be as clear as a narrower lens but you can certainly see what’s going on – detail at 20 ft is sufficient. Night time brightness is excellent thanks to Color X. Person detection AI isn’t perfect – animals have triggered it. My biggest disappointment is that it doesn’t integrate with the Reolink NVR – I have a whole reolink ecosystem which is why I stuck with them for this, but it’s not compatible so if someone steals the camera, the SD card and recordings on it are gone 🙁

I have quite a few Reolink cameras set up, and several Argus cameras going back to the Argus 2. I also have another Argus 4 Pro+, which I’ve been running now for over a year.In many ways, the Argus 4 Pro+ is significantly better than previous generations; and not just by a little!First, I should point out that there are very few things I don’t like about this camera, so I’ll start with those.The elephant in the room: the battery is not replaceable. This is a shame, and something that Reolink changed in the last model, too. Older models had removable batteries, which could be replaced when the included battery inevitably goes bad. In fact, that was one reason why I was able to save a “dead” Argus 2, the battery simply needed to be swapped. Not having that ability with the Argus 4 Pro gives this a 2-4 year lifespan if you keep it outdoors all year.Reolink still hasn’t allowed notifications to show a preview thumbnail, like I get with pretty much every other security camera I own; even our bird feeder camera gives you a thumbnail. While this may seem like a minor gripe, it significantly diminishes the usefulness of getting push notifications. You are always inconvenienced by having to open the app and waiting for it to load before knowing what triggered the motion sensor.Reolink could easily fix this, and I’m not sure why they haven’t.My second complaint, is that this camera does not get as much height captured in the frame compared to previous Argus cameras.I installed this one at the side of my home, which actually replaces the need for two older Argus cameras I had covering the same area.This camera gets “wall to wall” coverage, which is amazing. But, you lose some vertical field-of-view.Depending on where you set this camera up, the loss of horizontal video may not be a problem. With the Argus 4 Pro+ I have set up in front of my house, I did have to make a concession, and lose some capture below the camera in order to get more of the road.Apart from those two negatives, nearly everything else on this camera has been improved.Setting it up was very quick, mostly because I already had experience with using the Reolink app. Set up the camera BEFORE installing it, since you’ll need to scan the QR code on the back of the unit.I have both my Argus 4 Pro+ cameras set up to use the Reolink Hub, which was super easy.Connecting to Wifi 5ghz band, which uses WiFi 6 is something I’d suggest for a camera with much resolution. I’ve got no issues streaming in full quality!The included solar panel is the second generation from Reolink, and it’s twice as powerful as the previous. It’s also larger as a result, but not hugely so. My other Reolink panels have survived without any issues for at least the last two years, 365 days a year, but be warned that these battery-powered, solar-charging cameras don’t really charge over the winter, so be prepared to tweak your settings to be less sensitive.To that effect, the settings offered for motion sensitivity are impressive! You have a general level of sensitivity, as well as an option to prevent false alarms (good if you have leaves or bushes flowing in the wind within view). But in addition, you can control sensitivity for vehicles, people, animals, and other (separately) based on size (min and max); you can also set up zones where it will not detect motion.The ColorX night vision is highly impressive, and it beats black and white night vision any day of the week! It easily allows me to identify specific colours of vehicles long after sundown. One thing to note, however, is that the resolution isn’t as clear when using night vision. Still usable, but don’t expect the same quality as you would during the day.What impresses me most about the Argus 4 Pro+ is the vastly improved detection.As an example, previous Argus cameras would capture delivery people as they were walking away from my home. And they were never sensitive enough to capture a car passing by the house, and certainly never people walking across the street.But the Argus 4 Pro+ not only captures objects at a distance, but it does so much faster than before. I can actually capture people as they approach my home, rather than long after they have left the frame.When compared to a wired Reolink camera, however, it’s still not perfect. Wired cameras have the luxury to capture several seconds BEFORE a motion, so you can see what lead up to the motion being detected. This is pretty important, and while the Argus 4 Pro+ doesn’t give you that ability, it’s the best in class as far as battery powered cameras go.If you do need a battery-operated camera that can record video before the moment that movement was detected, Reolink’s Altas can do it.The 4k resolution is good, but keep in mind that you’re spreading that resolution across a very wide angle. Yes, it’s better than the 1080p I get from a single camera, but it doesn’t resolve as much detail as a single camera in 4k, especially since it’s got such a wide angle.For most purposes, I don’t think this is an issue. The camera’s quality and performance and stellar.The included time-lapse feature is something I’ve used in previous models, and will continue to use it with the Argus 4 Pro+. It’s cool to see a time-lapse of an incoming storm, for example.Lastly, unlike with other dual lens cameras I’ve used, the Argus 4 Pro+ is quite small. It doesn’t scream “I’M A CAMERA!”, which I like.Overall, the improvements to the detection range and accuracy, as well as the high-quality wide angle and incredible night vision makes the Argus 4 Pro one of my favourite Reolink cameras to date.If they could just add thumbnails to push notifications, it would be hard to beat!

This Reolink 4K Solar Outdoor Camera offers excellent video quality. With an 8MP resolution, it provides sharp and detailed images, making it easy to identify people, vehicles, or animals. The camera is designed to work outdoors, so it can withstand tough weather conditions, thanks to its sturdy build.The solar panel attached to the camera helps keep it charged without the need for frequent manual recharging. This makes it very convenient for long-term outdoor use, especially in locations without easy access to electrical outlets. The camera’s battery stays charged through sunlight, ensuring continuous power and reliable operation.The camera has a dual-lens setup, allowing for a broader field of view and more coverage. It also provides a Color Night Vision, which provides vibrant, colored images even in low-light conditions. This makes it easier to see important details at night or during cloudy days, improving overall security.Smart detection features are a highlight of this camera. It can distinguish between people, vehicles, and animals, sending you instant alerts for specific activities. This helps prevent false alarms and ensures you are only notified about relevant events. Setting up these alerts is straightforward through the app.The camera does not require a subscription for local storage, which is a big advantage. You can insert a microSD card to save footage directly on the device. It also supports Wi-Fi 6, providing fast and stable wireless connectivity, which contributes to smooth live streaming and reliable recordings.In conclusion, the Reolink Camera is a dependable choice for those wanting high-quality footage and smart detection without ongoing fees. Its solar power, color night vision, and local storage options make it a practical and cost-effective solution for home security.

This 180 degree dual eye blindspot-free Argus 4 Pro camera from brand REOLINK is unlike any security camera I have ever used before it. I cannot imagine going back to a different camera model after it, and have now invested in the REOLINK system for the foreseeable future.The camera is up to the newest wifi 6 standard, shoots all footage in full 4K, and has full vibrant colour night vision as well as tremendous quality day vision, at angles I could never see before of my surrounding property. It is also solar charged and the panel is unique and captures energy very efficiently. It can also stay completely independent of any service plans, transferring all data directly to a memory card and to your personal wifi connected devices, giving you total control over your footage with an easy to use, fully featured app.I don’t claim to be any sort of security camera expert, but I have tried numerous options in the past and just went through the routine of setup and expecting they would only provide me with average quality and line of sight. This Argus 4 Pro changes everything I thought I knew about security camera footage, it really is the colloquial difference between night and day, by comparison to my past experiences.I do not recommend anyone look at any other camera options because this is the camera you want. 5 stars.