Video surveillance systems are becoming an integral part of modern life, whether in city apartments or rural homes. If you believe that installing a camera requires a significant budget, there are many cheaper alternatives available on the market. We tested one such smart security camera.
This camera is easy to install and use; it connects via Wi-Fi and is controlled using a mobile phone. This is about the wireless Wi-Fi mini-robotic camera Consistent with a 3MP resolution.
The camera is equipped with numerous features, including 3MP resolution, pan-tilt rotation, intelligent human detection, night vision, and two-way audio communication. It can be used for monitoring both indoors and outdoors.
This Consistent camera implements a panning and tilting mechanism. Many other cameras are limited to operating only at a fixed point. Thanks to the panning and tilting functions, the Consistent camera can cover a large area. This allows the camera to monitor several zones from one point. For example, if the camera is installed in the living room, it can monitor the sofa area, the entrance door, and other parts of the room. However, the effectiveness depends on the size of the room.
The camera has a 3MP resolution, which provides higher quality performance compared to Full HD (2MP) cameras commonly found in this price segment. It also features a 10X digital zoom function, allowing a specific area in the recording to be magnified. It should be noted that excessive zooming can result in a blurry image.
This Consistent camera features round-the-clock color vision and infrared night vision up to 20 meters away. This differs from most budget cameras, which provide monochrome infrared recording at night. A feature of this model is the ability to display color video even in low-light conditions.
Motion detection is a standard feature in security cameras, available in many budget models. However, the Consistent camera implements intelligent human detection. This function activates an alert only when human movement is detected, not with any ordinary movement.
The two-way audio communication feature makes this camera special for its price range. The user can hear sound through the camera and transmit their voice back. This is similar to making a phone call. The camera supports Wi-Fi connection, eliminating the need for a SIM card. It can be controlled via the CEYE mobile application. The camera also supports SD memory cards up to 256GB for local video storage, and the company also offers cloud storage.
According to the official Consistent website, the retail price of this camera is 3499 rupees. In this price range, the company offers several useful features, such as intelligent human detection and two-way communication, which set it apart from competitors. The Consistent mini-robotic camera belongs to the CEYE series and may suit those who want to get panning/tilting, human detection, night vision, and two-way audio communication features within a limited budget. However, one should not expect high-end security levels from it.
During our testing, the camera worked satisfactorily, and we did not find any malfunctions. However, the true state of the camera is only understood after prolonged use. Initially, we considered it a good surveillance camera that is very easy to operate. From a price perspective, this camera is a worthy choice.
