Is this camera good for outdoor use?
1537849
The camera is for indoor use only. It has an setting to indicate whether the picture is an outdoor or indoor view to compensate for the lighting.
2050888
These cameras are not intended for use outside. They can't get wet. However you can use them. I have one mounted under the edge of the roof to give it some protection from the weather. I also modified a dummy housing to fit one camera. When you do that you can't use the globe because it reflects the infrared back into the lense
228061
Hi Debra, It can be for outdoor use if you have it in a waterproof, weatherproof container of some kind. However, it's really intended I believe, for indoor use. The small size makes it easy to use inside small items such as teddy bears, clocks, behind pictures or inside front door peak openings which is where I use mine. It's also important to keep in mind that this is a camera that works best in daytime light. It doesn't like darkness. Not even darkness that has been lit up. The quality during daytime light is beautiful and full of clarity and color. However, whenever the area is dark, your picture will be dark too.
2174933
Yes, we have all of our cameras set up outdoor. I highly recommend this system. We've been having it for about 6 months and we love it. It works great!
525471
Outdoor video is okay, as long as there is good lighting. The low lux on this particular brand is not all that exciting, making playback of videos taken in low light situations somewhat fuzzy and greyish. The zooming qualities should work fine for sports, although you shouldn't expect the quality as compared to that taken with , lets say, a 14 0r 16 megapixel camera. Hope this was helpful.
2090523
It is not an outdoor cam or weather proof unless maybe you have under a over hand and you would have to have a USB AC power source. You can kinda use it as a back up cam but only if you make sure the screen is on as it shuts off after 3 mins.
674098
So far so good yes. It's my understanding that cameras described as indoor/"outdoor " as this one is are designed to be installed with common weather elements in mind , good luck this is a great camera and a great value.
2045163
Yes, my camera is installed outdoors and it works fine. The only thing to remember is that internet does not work. Only local wireless works fine
627339
I am not an avid photographer. I am using the camera for outdoor shots mostly. I have had this camera for almost a year and have had no major problems from drops. I would avoid potential problems with it for rockclimbing for example. Otherwise, fine.
2081978
Ive only used indoors, but i assume if you have an electric outlet close to where you are photographing then you could use outside.
1560657
I've had a series of these cameras and they DO NOT fair well outside. The rubber boot does not fully seal the cat5e and camera connection points. Over the course of a humid summer - the connections will corrode and cause intermittent signal or complete failure. If you're looking for a true outdoor camera - this isn't the right one for you.
1373619
This is an excellent camera for use in the elements (beach, pool, outdoors in the rain), especially for the price. I'm sure other models would work better for general shooting purposes and would be much smaller. This camera has a waterproof housing which adds some bulk to its overall size, not really a "pocket camera."
1667579
I cannot recommend this cam for outdoor use mostly because it has no infrated filter which does alter the colors. Also, between sunset and rise apparently the sensor for the ir leds will let the picture flicker for quite some time. Even it is not build for outdoor use, if you install it in a covered spot, it will do. At least when you life in northern california. Not sure about temperatures below freezing.
828344
I prob wouldn't recommend it. There are cameras designed for outdoor use that are sealed properly from moisture and other potential damage.
1560659
this camera would work fine outside as long as you keep it out of the weather. i know that sounds contradictory but even though this says "outdoor" i would try to keep it under a roof or eave or something that shields it from the worst of the weather. as far as operating temps...i would not expect anything wireless to work well in the winter so take that into consideration if you live in a northern climate.
1753654
The camera is not weather proof. However, if you can protect it from driving rain through judicious placement such as on a covered porch or under protected eaves, it will do just fine. I have five Foscam cameras and two have been outside for two years. They work flawlessly. They have endured extremes of temperature from below zero to nearly 100 degrees as well as high humidity in the form of fog.
953025
It does not appear to be weatherproof. There are many very small outdoor cameras that are weatherproof though. I have many outside. I only use this indoors.