Reolink 4K PoE Floodlight Camera: 180° view, 1800 lumens and what to check

This Reolink floodlight camera combines a wide-angle 4K security camera with a bright light and a siren in one outdoor unit. It connects with a single Ethernet cable that carries both data and power, and it is designed for areas like a backyard or driveway. Here is what its features mean and what you need alongside it.

A 180° view from two lenses

Reolink says the two lenses are stitched into one 180° panorama in 4K resolution with no gap and little distortion. A single wide image like this typically lets one camera watch an area that might otherwise need two. The listing suggests a backyard or driveway as the ideal use.

One note from Reolink: if you add the camera to an NVR with hardware H3MB18, N2MB02 or N3MB01, update the NVR to the latest firmware first and switch the main stream to 6MP manually in the monitor interface.

Floodlights, siren and talk

When the camera detects a moving target, its 1800-lumen floodlights and a customisable siren can activate to deter someone from approaching. For scale, lumens measure brightness; 1800 lumens is a strong light for a driveway or yard. You can also use two-way talk to speak through the camera.

Person, vehicle and pet detection

Reolink says the camera analyses shapes to tell humans, cars and pets apart and sends relevant alerts. You can adjust sensitivity and the alarm delay time, which helps to reduce unwanted alerts. How well it works depends on mounting position and settings.

PoE: one cable for power and data

PoE (Power over Ethernet) means a single Ethernet cable carries both the network connection and the electrical supply, so there is less wiring to run. The listing states that an IEEE 802.3at PoE switch, PoE injector or Reolink PoE NVR is needed and not included. Reolink describes setup as plug-and-play, finished in minutes once those parts are in place.

Recording options

The camera supports motion-triggered, scheduled and 24/7 continuous recording. Connected to a Reolink NVR, it can keep footage on the NVR's built-in hard drive, so you can build a wired system around it.

Size and weight

The unit measures about 10.2 x 8.1 x 6.7 inches (26 x 21 x 17 cm) and weighs 3.0 lb (about 1.4 kg), so it needs a solid mounting surface and some clearance around the lights.

Who it suits

It suits homeowners who want lighting and a camera in one fixture, and who are comfortable running a network cable or already have PoE equipment. It is a natural match for anyone building a wired Reolink system.

What to check before you buy

• PoE equipment: confirm you have an 802.3at-compatible switch, injector or NVR.
• Mounting spot: check the height, the view and the direction the lights will shine, including toward neighbours' windows.
• Cable run: measure the distance from the camera to your PoE source.
• NVR compatibility and firmware: if you use a Reolink NVR, check the model and update it first.
• Alerts: plan sensitivity and alarm delay settings so the siren and lights do not trigger needlessly.
• Wiring and rules: follow the manual and local codes, and check local rules on recording.

The short version

• A wired outdoor floodlight camera with two lenses for a 180° 4K view.
• 1800-lumen floodlights, a customisable siren and two-way talk.
• Person, vehicle and pet detection with adjustable sensitivity and delay.
• One Ethernet cable for power and data; the PoE source is not included.
• Motion, scheduled and 24/7 recording to a Reolink NVR.

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