Camera Comparison · UK 2026
EZVIZ LC1C vs EZVIZ EL3

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the EZVIZ LC1C and the EZVIZ EL3 are hardwired security lights with built-in cameras. This head-to-head sets them side by side using the specs, pros and cons from our full reviews. EZVIZ specs come from EZVIZ’s own pages, UK pages first. Mains-wired lights and cameras should be fitted by a qualified electrician, with the power off at the fuse box or breaker.

Quick verdict

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EZVIZ LC1C

Pick it for: 2,000 lm floodlights (the EL3: 780 lm) · Louder 100dB siren (the EL3: 92dB, per EZVIZ’s datasheet) · Infrared night vision up to 25 m (the EL3: 15 m)

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EZVIZ EL3

Pick it for: 3MP (2048 x 1536) video (the LC1C: Full HD, 1920 x 1080) · 5GHz Wi-Fi 6 as well as 2.4GHz (the LC1C: 2.4GHz only) · Colour night vision (EZVIZ datasheet) and licence plate recognition (neither listed for the LC1C)

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Quick comparison

Spec EZVIZ LC1C EZVIZ EL3
Resolution Full HD (1920 x 1080) 3MP (2048 x 1536)
Power Hardwired mains (100-240V) Mains (100-240V, 25W)
IP Rating IP65 (camera) IP65 (camera); light: weatherproof design
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz 2.4GHz and 5GHz (Wi-Fi 6)
Storage microSD up to 256GB; EZVIZ cloud (some countries) microSD up to 512GB; EZVIZ cloud
Apple HomeKit Not stated by EZVIZ Not stated by EZVIZ
Subscription Not stated by EZVIZ Needed for CloudPlay cloud storage (EZVIZ datasheet)
Smart home EZVIZ app Google Assistant and Alexa
EZVIZ LC1C

Pros

  • Bright 2,000 lm floodlights with a 270° PIR sensor
  • Loud 100dB siren
  • Floodlight brightness can be adjusted in the EZVIZ app
  • Comes in black or white
  • Infrared night vision up to 25 m

Cons

  • Needs mains wiring by a qualified electrician
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
  • EZVIZ cloud storage offered only in some countries
EZVIZ EL3

Pros

  • Adjustable 780 lm light with a 3000-5700K colour temperature
  • 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi 6
  • Licence plate recognition as well as human and vehicle detection
  • microSD up to 512GB
  • Works with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa

Cons

  • Needs mains wiring by a qualified electrician
  • Wi-Fi band can’t be changed after setup, per EZVIZ’s datasheet
  • Light source can only be replaced by the manufacturer, a service agent or a similarly qualified person

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the EZVIZ LC1C

  • 2,000 lm floodlights (the EL3: 780 lm)
  • Louder 100dB siren (the EL3: 92dB, per EZVIZ’s datasheet)
  • Infrared night vision up to 25 m (the EL3: 15 m)
Why choose the EZVIZ EL3

  • 3MP (2048 x 1536) video (the LC1C: Full HD, 1920 x 1080)
  • 5GHz Wi-Fi 6 as well as 2.4GHz (the LC1C: 2.4GHz only)
  • Colour night vision (EZVIZ datasheet) and licence plate recognition (neither listed for the LC1C)

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