Eufy EufyCam S3 Pro
Tapo C420
Eufy EufyCam S3 Pro
The EufyCam S3 Pro is a robust 4K resolution camera that builds on Eufys' already successful range of products. The camera comes with Home Base 3, which is equipped with BionicMind AI, a feature that can recognize people's with facial recognition and learn physique. With up to 16GB of local storage, you also don't have to worry about cloud services, you can even upgrade up to 16TB of storage with an extra hard drive.
The camera's AI-powered night vision offers multiple modes and adapts to lighting conditions, meaning the image remains clear even in the dark. Thanks to both PIR and radar technology, the risk of false alarms is minimized, something that can otherwise be annoying for users who live in areas with a lot of traffic. Along with support for Apple Home Secure Video, which allows it to be easily integrated into smart home ecosystems, S3 Pro feels like a thoughtful solution for those who want full control and high security.
Another interesting feature is Cross Camera Tracking. For those who use multiple cameras, this means that the EufyCam S3 Pro can hand over the surveillance to the next camera if a movement moves out of view. This creates a seamless and accurate surveillance without interruption, something that can otherwise be a weakness with individual CCTV cameras. The videos are then put together into one and the same.
The drive with solar energy is another bonus. With Solar Plus 2.0 and the additional solar panel that you can use when needed, you can expect the camera to keep running without much need for recharging, making it suitable for more remote or hard-to-reach places where it is difficult to draw electricity. The adaptive spotlight complements the package and increases visibility when needed, while helping to deter unwanted visitors.
EufyCam S3 Pro also offers up-to-date two-way communication, which means you can speak directly to visitors or vendors through the camera — seamlessly for everything from delivering instructions to scaring off intruders. The sound should be much better and be able to isolate other noise.
In summary, the EufyCam S3 Pro is a strong addition to Eufys' product range, especially for those who want a high-quality and self-sufficient camera without running costs. It combines security, AI-powered features and a great user experience that can be easily integrated into various smart homes.
Tapo C420
TP-Link's Tapo C420 offers a wireless monitoring solution that is perfectly adapted for both home and business environments. This advanced surveillance camera has a 2K QHD resolution, which ensures that every detail is captured with great quality, whether placed indoors or outdoors. With this camera, the Tapo H220 Smart Hub is used. The smart hub can have lots of TP link products attached to it and you can connect up to 4 security cameras to a single hub, creating a robust security network.
The installation of the Tapo C420 is a delight thanks to its cordless design, which eliminates the need for cumbersome wiring. These cameras are equipped with batteries that have an impressive lifespan of about 180 days without the need for recharging. When the battery finally needs to be charged, the process is smooth and simple; either by removing and charging the battery separately or by connecting the charger directly to the camera.
An additional flexibility is provided by the compatibility with Tapo's Solar Panel A200 V1, which with a 4-meter-long charging cable can keep a camera continuously charged. The solar panel is designed to withstand temperatures from -20 to +45 degrees Celsius and has a water resistance of IP65. It only requires around 30 minutes of sunshine per day to be effectively maintained recharging the camera's batteries, allowing it to remain operational year-round.
Tapo C420 offers a good image quality both in the daytime it is light and at night. It has a starlight sensor which allows you to get a colored image even in dark conditions. The camera also has two-way communication. Which allows the user to interact directly with people in front of the camera via the app, adding an extra layer of convenience and security. The app also allows users to monitor camera views in real time or review recorded footage retrospectively, with extensive customization options for what and how notifications should be received, including AI-powered human, animal and vehicle recognitions.
In addition, the Tapo C420 includes an integrated alarm that can be adapted to a variety of security needs. The user can set specific triggers for the alarm as well as choose to activate a visible light and varying sound levels and alarm sounds via the app, further strengthening its usefulness and effectiveness as a monitoring solution.
The bottom line is that TP-Link's Tapo C420 is a versatile surveillance camera, packed with features designed to offer comprehensive protection for both indoor and outdoor environments.