Foscam FI9853EP

Name: Foscam FI9853EP
Brand: Foscam
SKU: 560322
Price: 79 EUR
Availability: SoldOut
Rating: 8.3 (236 reviews)

Review is 8,3 out of 10, based on 236 reviews.

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Key specs

	Usage location	Outdoors
	Subscription needed for full use
	Storage options	Cloud, NAS
	IP camera type	PoE camera

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Pros and cons

According to our IP camera expert

The camera can make clear recordings in the dark up to a distance of 20 meters.
Thanks to Power over Ethernet, you won't need a socket to power this camera.
You can store footage taken by this camera in the cloud, so that you can view it anywhere in the world.
Because this camera doesn't have a microphone, it can't record sound.
Because this camera doesn't support WiFi, you can only connect this camera with a network cable.

Description

Surveillance your workroom, a small office, or front door with the FI835EP Foscam. Hang this small dome camera on the wall or ceiling and you keep an eye on what's happening day and night. You can watch a live feed on the free app for your smartphone or via a web browser. You can connect this camera to the internet with a network cable. By using a suitable switch or injector, you can use the very same network cable to power the camera as well. That means you won't need a socket in the place where you decide to install the camera.

You can easily download the required software on the Foscam website.

Tips for using this product

Included by default

Manual(5.30 MB)
AC adapter
Software CD
Network cable
Wall bracket

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Review is 8,0 out of 10.

The only thing that makes the camera look cheap is the price

solidity
night vision
Installation
Wiring harness (see review)

Been looking for new outdoor cameras for some time, normally I install Axis but the budget didn't allow that for now.

After some research and reading reviews I came across these "low budget" cameras and ordered 2 to test them.

I don't have to mention anything in terms of delivery, this is always fine at CB

The camera delivered:

The cameras come neatly with a sticker, CD with software and a manual (the manual is from another camera, but can be used immediately.) The supplied software is highly recommended, it works nicely and is suitable for everyone to use. Setting the camera is also a piece of cake via the free available app, you can set the camera via the QR code on the camera, with the app you scan this code and you're done!!

Construction of the camera:

The construction is very solid, Foscam has opted for a full metal housing and base, which makes the camera feel heavy and solid. There are some ambiguities on the internet about indoor or outdoor use, although the camera has an IP value, many wonder whether this camera can be used outdoors. I tested it and it works. The finish of the camera is waterproof and can withstand a jet of water. The camera also had no problems with a condensation test.

Camera connections:

As for the connections of the camera, I was somewhat surprised. From the camera comes a cable with 3 options, a POE network connector, a reset button and a power connector. The wiring harness is about 60cm. This is no problem for mounting on a system ceiling, but what if you want to mount it against the wall or fixed ceiling, this becomes difficult. The camera cannot be mounted without making a "big" hole (read at least 16-18mm) to feed the connectors through, because the connectors do not fit in the foot. Making the foot higher could be an option so that the connectors fit in it, but this means that the waterproof concept on the connector is no longer present. I myself mounted the cameras on an outside wall and placed a waterproof mounting box for the connectors. Aiming and adjusting is very easy to do with a phone to hand that displays the image. Aiming is easiest when the camera is fully inserted and the 3 screws of the outer ring are tightened with 1 turn.

POE: Power over Ethernet, with this you can use a separately available adapter or switch to send the power supply over the network cable, so you don't have to have a socket near the camera because the power supply is then in the network cable.

Image from the camera

The image of the camera is good, remembering that it is a 720P camera, it is not much inferior to the much more expensive entry-level models from axis. Digital zooming is not recommended, however, because this is not significant. What was striking is that when the camera is at its best settings, the bandwidth was very acceptable at less than 250KB/s. At dusk, the camera itself switches to night vision by means of the built-in infrared beamer, this is ideal and far beyond expectations, it is literally as if someone points a lamp at the object to be recorded.

This infrared beamer can also be set manually so that it turns on/off at certain times. (For example, if you hang the camera near an outdoor lamp, the infrared will not turn on by itself because the sensor still sees too much light)

Standalone mode via SD Card:

An SD card can be placed in the camera to store images, which is useful if you do not have a NAS or PC with software that does this for you.

Placing the sd card is not convenient at all, you have to open the camera to insert the sd card, make sure that you break the warranty seal, so if possible consult the CB helpdesk or this first if possible. affect your warranty conditions. After inserting the SD card (max32GB), you can view the images via the app.

Conclusion:

This "Low Budget" camera is fine, the only thing that makes it look cheap is the price.

For relatively little money you still have a very solid camera that is perfectly suitable for most purposes.

I have tested the cameras with a POE switch on both:

Synology camera surveillance system Blue Iris software (windows)

Tips for outdoor use:

-Place a waterproof mounting box near the camera for the connectors, so you only have to run a network cable through.

Review by:
R. van Wijngaarden
Date:
29 June 2016
Translation:
Automatically translated from Nederlands

Review is 7,0 out of 10.

Nice outdoor camera, good price/quality.

Good image quality
solid housing
PoE
Wiring harness quite long and heavy

This camera is very suitable for outdoor use and has a solid housing. Beautiful metal. If you want to use the SD storage, you have to open the camera and break the warranty seal.

Hardware installation is a bit difficult because of the thick wiring harness. The UTP connector is quite large. You will need to drill at least a 28mm hole to get it through. However, if you unscrew the camera (which is quite easy) you can remove the entire wiring harness. This is a simple plug connection. Then you can get the entire wiring harness through a standard PVC electrical tube.

Software-wise everything works very simply, and with a little knowledge the camera is easy to install and use stand-alone.

Image quality is very neat. Has trouble with scenes in which a lot of light and dark are together. The dynamic range is therefore somewhat small. Viewing angle is decent, but could have been bigger. Night vision is very reasonable!

Review by:
Jaap
Date:
29 September 2015
Translation:
Automatically translated from Nederlands

Review is 10 out of 10.

Excellent camera with a professional appearance.

No plastic housing
Easy to set up
Very good image quality day and night
Warranty expires if you want to insert an SD card

I recommend this product because it is one of the best choices in terms of value for money. I currently have 4 pieces together with a synology nas as a recording station. Am very satisfied!

Review by:
Daniël
Date:
28 March 2016
Translation:
Automatically translated from Nederlands

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Specifications

Product

Product
	Product number	560322
	Manufacturer code	FI9853EP
	Brand	Foscam
	Processing of your defect	Carry-in warranty
	Old product returned for free

Image properties

Image properties
	Video resolution width	1280 pixels
	Video resolution height	720 pixels
	Horizontal viewing angle	70 °
	Vertical viewing angle	75 °
	Image quality according to customers	Standard
	Pan
	Tilt
	Zoom (IPcam)
	Digital zoom	0
	Fisheye
	Frames per second	30 fps

Camera options

Camera options
	Number of cameras	1
	IP camera type	PoE camera
	Usage location	Outdoors
	Alarm system needed for use
	Subscription needed for full use
	Motion detection sensor
	Infrared lighting
	Infrared light range	20 m
	Infrared motion sensor
	Suitable for placement behind glass
	Dynamic DNS client
	Built-in microphone
	Number of seconds to review event	0 s
	Streaming

Other properties

Other properties
	Battery (power source)
	Storage options	Cloud, NAS
	SD card slot
	Number of days you can view for free	0 d
	Installation ease according to customers	Simple
	Built-in WiFi
	PoE support
	UPnP AV support
	ONVIF certified
	PSIA certified

Physical properties

Physical properties
	Height	9,8 cm
	Width	13,5 cm
	Depth	13,5 cm
	Color	White
	Mounting possible
	Water-resistant
	Water resistance	Splash proof
	Waterproofness certification	IP certification
	IP certification	IP66

Smart Home options

Smart Home options
	Controls via app
	Controlled via Android app
	Controlled via Apple app

Introduction year and updates

Introduction year and updates
	Guaranteed support with updates	24 months after release date
	Year introduced	2014
	Introduction month	August

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