Pan-Tilt Outdoor Camera 2K+
EZVIZ C8W Review

2K+ (2560 x 1440)  |  352° pan, 95° tilt  |  Full-colour night vision  |  Siren and spotlights  |  2.4GHz Wi-Fi or Ethernet

Overview

The EZVIZ C8W is a wired outdoor pan-and-tilt camera that records at 2K+ (2560 x 1440) from a 1/2.7in sensor. It pans 352° and tilts 95°, and its spec table gives a 4mm F1.6 lens with an 87° horizontal and 105° diagonal view. Night vision reaches 30 m, and EZVIZ lists a full-colour night vision mode. AI-powered human shape detection is built in, and for on-site deterrence the camera can set off a loud siren and flash two spotlights. Two-way talk is supported.

EZVIZ’s datasheet lists a 1.5-metre power adapter in the box, and the camera runs from DC 12V 1A. It connects over 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only or an RJ45 Ethernet port, and EZVIZ’s manual says the Ethernet cable is sold separately. Storage is a microSD card of up to 256GB, also sold separately, or an optional EZVIZ CloudPlay subscription for fully encrypted cloud storage; EZVIZ says CloudPlay availability may vary by region and country. EZVIZ describes the C8W as weatherproof but gives no IP number, and lists -30°C to 60°C. It is set up in the EZVIZ app.

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Key Features

✓2K+ (2560 x 1440) from a 1/2.7in sensor
✓4mm F1.6 lens: 87° horizontal, 105° diagonal
✓Pans 352° and tilts 95°
✓Night vision up to 30 m, with a full-colour night vision mode
✓AI-powered human shape detection
✓Loud siren and two flashing spotlights
✓Two-way talk
✓-30°C to 60°C operating range
✓2.4GHz Wi-Fi or RJ45 Ethernet
✓microSD up to 256GB; optional EZVIZ CloudPlay

Pros & Cons

Pros

+ Wide 352° pan and 95° tilt
+ 2K+ video
+ Siren and flashing spotlights
+ Ethernet port as well as Wi-Fi

Cons

− 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
− Weatherproof, but EZVIZ gives no IP number
− microSD card and Ethernet cable sold separately

Good to Know

EZVIZ’s spec table lists two lens lines, 4mm and 6mm, without saying whether they are two lenses or two versions. The view angles in this review are for the 4mm line.

EZVIZ says the spotlights will not flash when full-colour night vision mode is on.

Setup & Installation

EZVIZ’s manual says to connect the power adapter to the camera, plug it in and wait for the light to flash blue quickly. For a wired connection, connect the camera to your router’s LAN port with an Ethernet cable (bought separately); a slow-flashing blue light means it is connected to the internet. For Wi-Fi, connect the camera to the 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network your phone is on.

Log in to the EZVIZ app, tap + in the top-right corner of the Home screen, scan the QR code on the Quick Start Guide cover or on the body of the camera, and follow the app wizard to add the camera.

Common Problems & Fixes

Running into issues? Our EZVIZ camera troubleshooting guide covers step-by-step fixes taken from EZVIZ’s own support pages, including offline, won’t connect to Wi-Fi and SD card not recording.

Who Should Buy It

Anyone who wants a wired outdoor camera with a 352° pan, a siren with spotlights and the option of an Ethernet connection.

Verdict

The EZVIZ C8W pairs 2K+ video with a 352° pan, full-colour night vision and a siren with spotlights. The EZVIZ C8C Lite has the same pan and tilt range but records in 1080p, and EZVIZ doesn’t list a siren or two-way talk for it.

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