Pan-Tilt Outdoor Battery Camera 2K
EZVIZ CB8 Review

2K (2304 x 1296)  |  340° pan, 65° tilt  |  10,400mAh battery  |  microSD up to 256GB  |  2.4GHz Wi-Fi

Overview

The EZVIZ CB8 is a battery-powered pan-tilt Wi-Fi camera, and this review covers the 2K model, CS-CB8 (3MP). EZVIZ’s UK page lists 2304 x 1296 video from a 1/2.8in 3MP sensor and a 4mm F1.6 lens with a 100° diagonal and 83° horizontal view. It pans 340° and tilts 65°, and night vision reaches 15 m. Smart human motion detection pairs a PIR sensor with a person-shape algorithm, and EZVIZ’s UK page lists auto-tracking that locks on to a detected person. It can set off a siren and flash two spotlights, and two-way audio is supported.

The 10,400mAh battery lasts up to 210 days, according to EZVIZ lab tests under standard conditions. It charges at DC 5V 2A with the adapter sold separately, and EZVIZ’s manual says not to charge it with the adapter outdoors. It works with an EZVIZ solar panel, which isn’t included. Video goes to a microSD card of up to 256GB or to EZVIZ CloudPlay, which needs a subscription. It connects over 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, is set up in the EZVIZ app, and EZVIZ lists Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. EZVIZ calls it weatherproof but gives no IP number.

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Key Features

✓2K (2304 x 1296) from a 1/2.8in 3MP sensor
✓4mm F1.6 lens: 100° diagonal, 83° horizontal
✓Pans 340° and tilts 65°
✓Night vision up to 15 m
✓PIR sensor plus person-shape detection algorithm
✓Auto-tracking of a detected person
✓Siren, two spotlights and two-way audio
✓10,400mAh battery: up to 210 days in EZVIZ lab tests
✓Works with an EZVIZ solar panel (not included)
✓microSD up to 256GB or CloudPlay (subscription required)
✓Weatherproof design; -20°C to 50°C
✓Colour night vision with two built-in spotlights; live view with up to 8x zoom (EZVIZ UK page)

Pros & Cons

Pros

+ 340° pan and 65° tilt on battery power
+ Up to 210 days per charge in EZVIZ lab tests
+ PIR plus person-shape detection
+ microSD up to 256GB
+ Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa named by EZVIZ

Cons

− Charging adapter sold separately
− Manual says not to charge it with the adapter outdoors
− 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
− No IP number, only “Weatherproof Design”

Good to Know

The CB8 and the CB8 Lite are different cameras. EZVIZ lists the CB8 at 2K (2304 x 1296) with a 10,400mAh battery and PIR detection, and the CB8 Lite at 2K+ (2560 x 1440) with a 5,200mAh battery and AI human and vehicle detection.

Setup & Installation

Charge the camera first if needed, using a 5V 2A adapter indoors. If it is switched off, hold the POWER button for 2 seconds to switch it on. Connect your phone to your 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network, then download the EZVIZ app from the App Store or Google Play and log in. On the Home screen, tap + in the top right to open Scan QR Code, scan the QR code on the Quick Start Guide cover or on the camera body, and follow the app wizard to finish network setup.

In the manual’s light guide, fast-flashing blue means the camera is ready for Wi-Fi connection and slow-flashing blue means it is working properly. To restart it and set everything back to default, hold RESET for about 4 seconds.

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 battery camera that pans 340° to cover a wide outdoor area, with EZVIZ’s lab figure of up to 210 days per charge.

Verdict

The EZVIZ CB8 combines a 340° pan, 2K video and a 10,400mAh battery that EZVIZ rates at up to 210 days in lab tests. The CB8 Lite lists a higher 2560 x 1440 resolution and AI vehicle detection, with a smaller 5,200mAh battery.

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