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Recommended Uses For Product | Indoor Security, Outdoor Security |
Brand | WYZE |
Model Name | Wyze Cam v3 |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Special Feature | Night Vision, Motion Sensor |
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- Color Night Vision: Record night time video in full, vivid color in environments up to 25x darker than traditional cameras..Speaker: 80db, Operating Temperature : -5°F - 113°F (-20°C - 45°C)..Phone Compatibility : Android 7.0+, iOS 14.0+
- Indoor/Outdoor (IP65): The Wyze Cam v3 is a wired water-resistant, video camera that you can confidently install outside in the rain or inside in the kids’ room.
- Motion & Sound detection: The Wyze Cam v3 records video when motion & sound are detected and sends an alert to your phone. Motion Detection Zones let you adjust the sensitivity of detection.
- Two-way audio: Greet and speak with visitors with loud two-way audio. The Wyze Cam v3 also has a siren button you can press to scare off unwanted guests.
- 24/7 Continuous Recording: Continuous video recording with a 32GB MicroSD card (sold separately). Just insert the MicroSD into the base of the Wyze Cam and you’re all set.
- Power Adapter: Indoor 5v/1A
- Cable: 6 Feet Flat USB Cable
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power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
video resolution | 1080p | 2K | 1080p | 1080p | 1080p | 1080p |
wireless tech | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
viewing angle | — | 120 degrees | 130 degrees | — | — | 110 degrees |
night vision range | — | 100 feet | 25 feet | 12 meters | — | 30 feet |
mounting type | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount |
alert type | Audio and Motion | Audio and Motion | Audio and Motion | Motion Only | Audio and Motion | 0 |
number of channels | 2 | 4 | — | 2 | — | 2 |
low light technology | Starlight | Night Color | — | Night Color | — | 0 |
video capture format | MJPEG | MP4 | MP4 | MPEG-4 | MP4 | MOV |
wattage | 24 watts | 5 watts | 4.8 watts | 4 watts | — | — |
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Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
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Compatible Devices | Smartphone |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Connectivity Protocol | Wi-Fi |
Controller Type | IFTTT, Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
Mounting Type | Wall Mount |
Video Capture Resolution | 1080p |
Color | White |
Number of Items | 2 |
Included Components | Wyze Cam v3 |
Number of Channels | 2 |
Wireless Communication Technology | Wi-Fi |
Form Factor | Bullet |
Effective Video Resolution | 1080 |
Material | cam |
Voltage | 5 Volts |
Wattage | 24 watts |
Item dimensions L x W x H | 2.51 x 2.24 x 3.93 inches |
Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
Batteries Required? | No |
Item Weight | 200 Grams |
Shape | Wyze Cam v3 2 Pack |
Low light technology | Starlight |
Alert Type | Audio and Motion |
Room Type | Office, Kitchen, Living Room, Bedroom, Nursery |
Video Capture Format | MJPEG |
Unit Count | 2.0 Count |
International Protection Rating | IP65 |
Control Method | Voice |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00850025015257 |
UPC | 850025015257 |
Product Dimensions | 2.51 x 2.24 x 3.93 inches |
Item Weight | 7.1 ounces |
ASIN | B0919CNXP2 |
Item model number | WYZEC3X2 |
Customer Reviews |
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Best Sellers Rank | #19 in Bullet Surveillance Cameras |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | December 30, 2021 |
Manufacturer | WYZE |
Country of Origin | China |
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The Wyze Cam v3 is the 3rd generation of Wyze’s flagship camera, the Wyze Cam v2. Like its predecessor, the Wyze Cam v3 lets you see and record 1080p video right from the Wyze mobile app. New to the Wyze Cam v3 is its water-resistant design allowing for outdoor installation with an IP65 rating. The Wyze Cam v3 also takes advantage of an all-new Starlight Sensor which allows for extreme low-light performance and shows great detail in the dark. With the Wyze Cam v3's color night vision, night time video recording appears as if it’s day time. Outdoor power adapter sold separately.
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Customers find the security camera offers good value for the price. It provides clear pictures and videos with 1080p resolution. They appreciate the night vision feature. However, some customers have issues with connectivity and functionality.
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Customers like the camera quality. They say it's a good camera for being inexpensive, easy to use, and provides real-time recording. The cameras work well, have fair image and video quality, are stable, and reliable. Some mention the build is durable and consistent.
"...For the price, the quality is unmatched—this camera offers great value and peace of mind...." Read more
"...The Blink cameras were really nice (image quality, sound, features, ease of installation), but I had a consistent 3 second delay in the live feed...." Read more
"Love and dislike. Great quality, cheap price for subscription. Doesn't always work like it should. Should be recording all events and doesn't always...." Read more
"The cameras are great and work well as long as you don't have more than one...." Read more
Customers appreciate the clear picture and video quality of this security camera. They find it easy to install and use, with a clear live view visible both day and night. The 1080p resolution provides good clarity even when recording events. The camera has an easy-to-use app and allows for viewing recorded videos directly from their phone.
"The Wyze Cam v3 is an excellent security camera, offering impressive 1080p video quality with great color night vision...." Read more
"...The Blink cameras were really nice (image quality, sound, features, ease of installation), but I had a consistent 3 second delay in the live feed...." Read more
"...-quality by any means, but it is good enough that I can get a clear look at people, pets, objects, vehicles and animals...." Read more
"...– WYZE sees all, WYZE knows all, and WYZE will definitely judge you." Read more
Customers appreciate the value for money of the security camera. They find it a low-budget option with good video and sound quality for the price, and they like that there is no monitoring fee.
"...For the price, the quality is unmatched—this camera offers great value and peace of mind...." Read more
"Love and dislike. Great quality, cheap price for subscription. Doesn't always work like it should. Should be recording all events and doesn't always...." Read more
"...Final Verdict If you want an affordable security camera that will catch your pets being weird, expose your late-night fridge raids, and..." Read more
"Great quality for the price! Good video and sound and easy to use app...." Read more
Customers find the security camera easy to set up and use. They mention it connects to WiFi, has a circular steel mount that fastens to the wall, and comes with 3M mounting strips, or drywall anchors built into the camera.
"...The setup was super easy, and it integrates seamlessly with the Wyze app for live streaming and motion alerts...." Read more
"I like these little cameras! Setup was a breeze, picture quality is amazing, and the live feed is pretty much actually live..." Read more
"...I loved how easy it was to set up, and how perfectly it has worked for several years now...." Read more
"...ranging from a standard flat base built into the camera, to 3M mounting strips, an even drywall anchors...." Read more
Customers appreciate the security camera's night vision. They find the color night vision feature a game-changer, providing clear, vibrant footage even in low light. The live view is still clear and visible both day and night on the two outside cams. The Starlight feature is also great, and the image is much brighter than in real life. The low light performance is exceptional.
"...The color night vision feature is a game-changer, providing clear, vibrant footage even in low light...." Read more
"...Low light performance is exceptional - the IR night vision isn't needed until it's pretty much completely dark...." Read more
"...The night vision is great...." Read more
"...The color night vision is TOO good—I caught myself sneaking a midnight snack in crystal-clear detail, and now I can’t even deny it...." Read more
Customers have mixed reviews about the security camera's functionality. Some find it works well and is pleased with the performance, while others report issues like not working with Alexa or third-party apps like TinyCam Pro, and cameras not turning on when no one is home.
"...good audio, an app that was a little clunky but definitely usable... but I had a 4 second delay with these cameras, so they went back...." Read more
"...Great quality, cheap price for subscription. Doesn't always work like it should. Should be recording all events and doesn't always...." Read more
"The cameras are great and work well as long as you don't have more than one...." Read more
"...Long and the short of it is I need a camera with a functioning mic and/or that has an input for an external mic. The end...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the motion detection of the security camera. Some find it good, with a green frame that follows moving objects, and the ability to flag motion events. The free version of the app alerts when the camera detects motion, distinguishing between important events and routine activity. They appreciate the video quality and how you can select only certain areas for motion detection. However, others mention issues with motion detection not working well for small or distant objects at night, and trips with flying insects.
"...it integrates seamlessly with the Wyze app for live streaming and motion alerts...." Read more
"...You can set notifications in the app. The motion sensing notifications can get a bit much if you have people or pets moving about your yard..." Read more
"...The app is so-so.. it is responsive and more or less intuitive, and it does have all the basic capabilities needed...." Read more
"...Rules and detection zones, detection sensitivity, and many more options are available, though some require a subscription. Cons:..." Read more
Customers are unhappy with the security camera's connectivity issues. They report that it disconnects frequently from the Wi-Fi network, and the WiFi reception can cause issues like missed recordings or failed firmware updates. The router's quality is also a concern.
"...No record of my previous contact. Disconnected again. Another email. I replied again. 2 days later I call their support line...." Read more
"...They tried to convince me it was my fault. The network router wasn't good enough. Too many things were connected to it. On and on...." Read more
"...It uses my internet connection in order to view the surrounding." Read more
"...It has easy maintenance and setup. It lost WiFi connection a couple of times (maybe due to router issues), but after a restart, it worked well...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2024Color: WhiteStyle: 2 Camera KitVerified PurchaseThe Wyze Cam v3 is an excellent security camera, offering impressive 1080p video quality with great color night vision. The setup was super easy, and it integrates seamlessly with the Wyze app for live streaming and motion alerts. The color night vision feature is a game-changer, providing clear, vibrant footage even in low light. I’ve been using it both indoors and outdoors, and it holds up well in various weather conditions. For the price, the quality is unmatched—this camera offers great value and peace of mind. Highly recommend it for anyone looking for a reliable and affordable security camera!
- Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2021Color: WhiteStyle: 1 Camera KitVerified PurchaseI like these little cameras! Setup was a breeze, picture quality is amazing, and the live feed is pretty much actually live (less than a 1 second delay for me, which was the best of all the newer cameras I tested - more about that below). Real time live video is important to me for various reasons. For example, one of my dogs keeps peeing in the house (marking), and if I can't catch him just before he pees then he's never going to learn to stop doing that. With a delay of even 3-4 seconds, I would be too late.
These cameras are small and light. The base is magnetic and very adjustable, and there are also adhesive and screw-in options for mounting. Low light performance is exceptional - the IR night vision isn't needed until it's pretty much completely dark.
The app is so-so.. it is responsive and more or less intuitive, and it does have all the basic capabilities needed. It just lacks some features that I would have liked. For example, you can't fast forward through event videos or continuous recordings. To jump to other points you have to move a bar on the timeline.. it is very difficult to skip just a tiny bit ahead. I keep going too far, then going back too far or not far enough, and it's a pain. You have to guess where to look for things.
For this reason, continuous recording was not a great solution for me, because it was too hard to find events. Recording events only is better, but I'd still like the ability to fast forward, or to see the actual video as you move your finger along the timeline.
Speaking of recording events only to your SD card: SD card recordings are NOT subject to the 12 second video/5 minute cooldown that you get with the free cloud recordings. If you choose "events only" in the settings, it will break time into 1 minute increments, and it will continue recording until motion stops. This wasn't made clear in any of the documentation I could find, and the live chat agent gave me incorrect information. I almost gave up and returned these before even opening them, but first I decided to message them on Facebook. The Facebook messenger representative gave me the correct information and links to where I could find more detailed information on their website. So, crisis averted.
The audio is pretty terrible in recorded events. It sounds like you're talking from across a long tunnel while holding your hand over the microphone. When right up next to the camera outside, I can understand speech, but it still does not sound good. It is slightly better indoors. I don't know what the sound is like for the live feed though, and I don't know how it sounds when I talk through the camera. (I haven't had anyone here to help me test things like that. The dogs won't cooperate, they all want to be in the same room as me all the time).
For me, the fact that there is almost no lag in the live video more than makes up for the shortcomings in audio. Plus the price is great -- a lot more than they were before May, unfortunately, but still very competitively priced. As soon as they're in stock anywhere, I'll be adding two pan cameras for inside, and maybe their doorbell, depending on whether or not there is enough space on my door frame.
Here are all the cameras I've had/tried, to give you all some comparisons. This will be long, but the summary is that between Dericam, Blink, Eufy, Eufy Solo, LittleElf, and Wyze, I liked the Wyze ones best.
I did not test Ring because they are really expensive and have no options for local storage at all. You have to pay for a subscription for each camera if you want to view recordings. I didn't test Arlo because they're expensive and I hadn't gotten to them yet. No need to do more testing now though, I'm keeping the wyze cameras.
1. Original indoor cameras that I want to replace - Dericam 1080P P2, indoor pan/tilt, purchased in 2017. They're old now and are showing their age, but there is virtually no lag time at all in the live feed, and you get all features and local storage without ever paying any fees. The app is kind of buggy and annoying (and slow by today's standards), but these cameras served me well for 3-4 years. They are deteriorating now though, and it's time for an upgrade.
2. Blink mini outdoor, 5 camera kit (ordered on prime day, so I got a really good deal). The Blink cameras were really nice (image quality, sound, features, ease of installation), but I had a consistent 3 second delay in the live feed. (My network is not the issue.) It's really too bad, those seemed perfect otherwise. I tried every single troubleshooting step and anything that other people mentioned having done in message boards. No difference though, I always had a 3 second delay, so I returned them.
3. Littlelf 1080P, pan/tilt etc. Priced around what wyze cameras cost. As far as I can tell this company only makes indoor cameras, so I would have had to get a different brand for outside, and use two apps to keep track of my house. Not really want I want, but Lifflelf promised the ability to see multiple live streams at the same time, so I wanted to try them. That feature does work and is actually really nice. Good image quality (but not as good as the other newer ones), good audio, an app that was a little clunky but definitely usable... but I had a 4 second delay with these cameras, so they went back.
4. Eufy - EufyCam E, 2-cam kit. These were by far the most expensive cameras I tried, but they promise a year of battery life, and I wasn't sure if I'd be able to get power outside at that point. The cameras seem really solid and well made. I had no trouble adding the homebase and camera, although I did have a lot of trouble creating my account in the first place. The app seemed less intuitive than Blink or Wyze - (not a dealbreaker), but worked. Image quality was great, sound was great, but I found that these had a 3-4 second delay. For the price, they would have had to be perfect.
5. Eufy Solo IndoorCam P22 (pan/tilt), and Solo OutdoorCam C22 (which looks like a big eyeball, I really liked the design). The price of the indoor cameras was similar to Wyze, but their outdoor cameras were a lot more. I thought that since these cameras connect directly to wifi and not to a base, they'd be faster. I was wrong though, I had the same 3-4 second delay as with the other Eufy cameras. Video quality is great, but not as good as the wyze v3 in my opinion. Audio quality was really good with these. But the delay was a dealbreaker.
The End. I applaud you if you got this far!
- Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2023Color: WhiteStyle: 1 Camera KitVerified PurchaseThis has been a great camera.
The first Wyze Cam I got was for a in-house baby monitor, and it was extremely important to me that I have the ability to have the camera fully off-line. Most cameras require internet connection and the images are fed through their servers. This was NOT what I wanted for my in-house baby monitor. I found Wyze, and purchased it with the peace of mind that my video would remain MY video. I loved how easy it was to set up, and how perfectly it has worked for several years now.
So when I wanted to purchase an outdoor camera, it was a no-brainer to get another Wyze Cam. I've had it for about a year, and recently purchased my second.
Installation
I use these with the light socket adapter, which screws into your light bulb socket, and adds a USB outlet for your camera. (It does NOT take the place of the light bulb - you can still use a bulb as well.) The USB plug fits snug to maintain weather resistance, and there is a sleeve to protect any connections.
Connecting
I have installed two of these, and they both took around 2 - 5 minutes to install. Download the app, power the camera and follow the voice prompts. You'll need to scan a bar code from your phone, and press a button on the back of the camera (which can be a bit hard to reach if you've already mounted the camera). You do need to have a 2.4 GHz WiFi connection where you install the camera.
Camera
The night vision is great. I have two 60-watt bulbs for my entire large yard, but with the night vision I can clearly see all corners of the yard in full color. In the dead of night I can see to my mailbox, which is probably 100' from the nearest camera and light bulb. Beyond the mailbox gets pretty dark, but if a car drives by I can still see the car well enough to identify the color, make and model. I would not be able to read a license plate from that distance, though, at night or in the day. The picture quality in my yard is good. It's not movie-quality by any means, but it is good enough that I can get a clear look at people, pets, objects, vehicles and animals.
Motion Detection
The motion detection is good. Within my yard, it easily detects people and my dog moving around. It also detects when my motion-sensing lights at the far end of the yard turn on. And during major winds, it will also detect the movement of a large bush. You can set notifications in the app. The motion sensing notifications can get a bit much if you have people or pets moving about your yard regularly.
For my outdoor cameras, I opted for Wyze's subscription to store motion events for a period of time (you can download them from the cloud if you want to keep them longer). With one of the subscription levels you can adjust the motion sensing so it does not trigger for known people and pets. It has worked well, though there was one event where I had hoped it would have recorded some vehicles driving by but they were too far away to trigger the recording. Recorded events are very easy to access within the app.
The subscriptions have some security features including the option to call for dispatch. I have not tried these features so I can't speak to those.
Durability
I can't speak to cold or snow, but my first outdoor camera has lasted through a year of incredible heat (120º), extreme UV exposure, severe sandstorms, massive amounts of super-fine dust, and the occasional thunderstorm without any problem. It is somewhat protected as it is installed under an eave, but it is otherwise exposed. I need to occasionally wipe off spider webs and dust, but it has lasted beautifully. I've had 0 problems with it in a year. After a power outage, it reconnects without a hitch.
Conclusion
Overall, I highly recommend this camera for its usability, privacy, quality and durability.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2025Color: WhiteStyle: 1 Camera KitVerified PurchaseLove and dislike. Great quality, cheap price for subscription. Doesn't always work like it should. Should be recording all events and doesn't always. Resets randomly, but I do have kids who mess with one of them. Nice enough I bought 2 and have them linked in one account.
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Geraldo GarciaReviewed in Mexico on May 11, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Nada de que quejarme con esta camara
Color: BlackStyle: 1 Camera KitVerified PurchaseLa compré en una oferta flash a 329 pesos, donde tardaba una semana en llegar. Quedo excelente y si es compatible con Alexa, la cuestión es que la compatibilidad con la cámara es mínima, solo para poder observarla desde un dispositivo con Alexa instalado y poder decirle que te muestre la cámara, no más que eso
La cámara en sí está muy bien, la mensualidad sencilla cuesta 59 pesos para quien le interese y tienes la opción de ponerle una micro sd, que si te dejara más limitado, pero me parece que también cumple un buen papel con la última opción
Puedes determinar el perímetro que quieres que decrece, esto en caso de que la ubiques en un lugar donde solo quieres detección en un área determinada, la detección tiene un leve retraso domo de 2 segundos, pero nunca más que eso, puedes hablar desde el micrófono y se entiende perfecto, escuchar no tanto, pero no es tan terrible.
También puedes configurar reglas, dependiendo de si quieres la detección a ciertas horas y luego que se apague, en ese sentido está bastante bien, creo que le faltaría un modo de merodeador, que te detecte si alguien está merodeando mucho la zona que determinaste como zona de detección
También tiene un modo de detección de cara amiga (pero también de pago y en el plan más caro)
En resumen, por el precio que la encontré, estuvo perfecto, creo que hasta por 600 pesos vale totalmente la pena.
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Rafael SouzaReviewed in Brazil on October 23, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Boa opção
Color: BlackStyle: 1 Camera KitVerified PurchaseExcelente qualidade de imagem e boa detecção de movimentos.
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JOÃOReviewed in Brazil on September 13, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Wyse Cam V3
Color: WhiteStyle: 2 Camera KitVerified PurchaseJá conhecia o produto e comprei mais duas, para monitorar a minha casa. Exelente qualidade da imagem e angulo de visão.
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André Luís PizzettiReviewed in Brazil on June 14, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Melhor Camera
Color: WhiteStyle: 1 Camera KitVerified PurchaseExcelente produto. Filma em HD 1080p. Fácil de instalar. Se usar SD Card dá pra armazenar as imagens e acessar pela internet, sem necessidade de usar o serviço da nuvem. Vale muito a pena! Audio e Microfone excelentes.
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Pierre DoReviewed in France on December 31, 2024
3.0 out of 5 stars Prix abusif
Color: WhiteStyle: 1 Camera KitVerified PurchaseAvis mitigé sur ce produit...
D'un coté, on recoit effectivement une Wyze Cam V3. Très bonne caméra: excellente vision nocturne, alimentation facile par microUSB 5V, disponibilité d'accessoires comme une lumière LED ou même un capteur de porte de garage.
La caméra Wyze V3 est un classique, elle offre aussi une carte microSD pour le stockage local des vidéos (donc pas obligé de payer l'abonnement pour le stockage dans le "cloud"), et la portée Wifi est très bonne (supporte le 2.4GHz, mais pas le 5GHz).
Mais de l'autre, le prix ici est environ 3 fois supérieur au prix réel du produit, simplement car Wyze ne distribue pas directement en France. Donc c'est difficile de recommander d'acheter ici... il vaut mieux essayer de les faire venir par ailleurs.