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Loocam's 4K PoE Security Camera System isn't just another pair of eyes on your property—it's like having a superhero with night vision. With 4K Ultra HD resolution, every detail is crystal clear, even when the lights go out (thanks to color night vision). And let's talk about the Smart AI Detection—because who wants to be alerted every time a leaf blows by? It smartly spots people, pets, and vehicles, so you can skip the false alarms.
Got a notification? The system doesn't just whisper in your ear; it can blast a siren, flash a spotlight, or ping your phone. Plus, with the Loocam app, you're always in the loop—check in from anywhere, replay the action, or even chat through the two-way audio (perfect for telling the delivery guy where to leave the package). Setting it up is a breeze with the plug-and-play PoE setup, and the IP66 weatherproof rating means it laughs in the face of rain, snow, or whatever the sky throws down. Inside the box, you'll find an 8CH NVR with a 2TB HDD ready to go (and yeah, you can beef that up to 8TB if you're planning to record the next blockbuster). And with H.265+ compression, it's all about saving space without skimping on quality.
If you are interested in more details, you can find full information on the seller's page.
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Loocam LC8P8B-8W42S-225 4K Ultra HD & Color Night Vision
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ZOSI C186 4K Ultra HD & Real Full Color Night Vision
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ZOSI 168B4-1828X2258W4-US 4K UHD and Color Night Vision
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Annke AU-N46PCK4-V4-98DM-P 4K UHD Excellence
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Hiseeu 8HK-4HC58-3T 4K HD IMAGE + WIDE VIEW ANGLE 121°
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Annke AU-N48PBB2-58DE-P 3K Ultra HD & Color Night Vision
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| Brand | Loocam | ZOSI | ZOSI | Annke | Hiseeu | Annke |
| Model | LC8P8B-8W42S-225 | C186 | 168B4-1828X2258W4-US | AU-N46PCK4-V4-98DM-P | 8HK-4HC58-3T | AU-N48PBB2-58DE-P |
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| Price | $319.99 | $429.99 | $809.99 | $789.99 | $279.99 | $474.99 |
| Seller | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon |
| Update | Mar 11, 2026 | Mar 11, 2026 | Mar 11, 2026 | Mar 11, 2026 | Mar 11, 2026 | Mar 11, 2026 |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired | Wired | Wired | Ethernet | Wired | |
| Video Capture Resolution | 4K | 4k | 4K | 4K UHD 2160p | 4K, 8MP | 5MP PoE Camera |
| Special Feature | Privacy Masking, Siren Alarm, Lightning Protection, App Control, Two-Way Audio | Privacy Masking, Night Vision, Automatic Overwrite, Audio Recording, Smart Playback | 4K 8MP Ultra HD, 121° Wide View Version, Power over Ethernet, Plug and Play | Night Vision, Vehicle Detection, Weatherproof, Smart Playback | ||
| Number of Channels | 8 | 8 | 24 | 16 | 16 | 8 |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 2 TB | 4 TB | 4 TB | 3 TB | 2 TB | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | PoE (Power over Ethernet) | PoE |
| Compatible Devices | Smartphones, Personal Computers, TV, Tablets, Laptops | Personal Computers, Laptop, Television, Tablet, Smartphone | Smartphones, Personal Computers, Tablets, Cameras, Laptops | Smartphones, Personal Computers, TV, Tablets, Cameras | ||
| Signal Format | Digital | IP Network | IP Network(Power over Ethernet) | |||
| Low Light Technology | Night Vision | Night Vision | 100ft | |||
| Night Vision Range | 100 Feet | 100 Feet | 100 Feet | 100 Feet | 100 Feet | 100 Feet |
| Recording Mode | Schedule, Event | continuous motion detection | Event, Manual | Continuous, Event | ||
| Optical Sensor Technology | CMOS | CMOS | CMOS | |||
| Hardware Interface | VGA, HDMI, USB 2.0 | VGA, Infrared, Ethernet, HDMI | Ethernet | VGA, SATA 6.0 Gb/s, Infrared, HDMI, USB 2.0 | ||
| Lens Type | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | Wide Angle | |||
| Video input | RJ45 | RJ45 | 8MP | |||
| Viewing Angle | 90 Degrees | 90 Degrees | 83 Degrees | 121 Degrees | 99 | |
| Frame Rate | 30fps | 30 FPS | 50 Hz: 20 fps, 25 fps (1920 X 1080, 1280 X 720), 60 Hz: 20 fps, 24 fps (1920 X 1080, 1280 X 720) | |||