HikvisionDS-2CD2143G0-I (2.8mm) - IR Fixed Dome Network Camera 4 MP

Excellent camera, very robust build quality. Having used Foscam cameras for some time I can honestly say that these are much better quality and feel professional - the software on the camera is easy to use and offers features that you would expect for CCTV applications (something Foscam cameras lack). Easy to install with some nice touches such as an adhesive drill template which makes the install so much easier if you are at the top of a ladder! Picture quality is decent for the price and the night vision gives a clear view. Some of the negative reviews left here relate to the software, however in my opinion these cameras (and any other IP camera) are best suited to a professional software package. I use these cameras with a Synology NAS which has dedicated compatible software for Hikvision devices - combined, this offers a faultless and reliable 24/7 recording solution. Highly recommended!

Great picture quality and build. Had trouble connecting it through the Hik-Connect setup. The QR code came up as a EZVIZ camera (btw EZVIZ is HiKvision’s easy setup cameras) I had to assign an IP address and do port forwarding to view the camera with my WiFi network and when I’m away from home. You need to be ok with home network to set this camera up. The POE worked well too

Robust construction and good quality picture, but woefully let down by the software. After several frustrating hours, I have to report that I couldn't recommend the device for the following main reasons:If, like me, you have a BT Home Hub, this does not allow configuration of the Hikvision DDNS, No IP works ok, although the free version of No IP requires monthly reactivation.Video plug-ins don't work under Chrome or Microsoft Edge browsers, IE works and I understand so does Firefox, but you only find out the hard way (after staring at a blank screen for some time)...the Email client does not appear to support gmail with the supplied firmware version, if you do a web-search on this, there is an indication that firmware upgrade will resolve although finding the right version of firmware on the vendors website is not easy and there is an inference that upgrade is not reversible - I don't fancy bricking a brand new device by uploading the wrong firmware.Perhaps it's just me or perhaps the combination of device / router / firmware is just bad luck as these cameras normally get good reviews, but there goes several hours of my life I'll never get back.

This camera is exactly what I was looking for my home. I didn’t want to spend money buying an NVR so decided to buy this camera which has a SD card storage which works flawlessly.Setup and install was great with a very nice internet interface.I would definitely reccomend setting the camera to motion detect and putting the sensitivity to 20% otherwise you get too many false triggers from insects.Another great feature is being able to view the feed live from my iPad at home and also using 4G when at the Office or abroad!

Nice camera but the latest version comes with faulty firmware that stops the motion detection working and causes load of false triggers as the picture goes dark then light.. Hikvision support is poor so don't buy unless you are prepared to hunt about for the right firmware and burn lots of time.. once setup it works beautifully

Initial impressions are good. The camera arrived well packaged with mounting template, screws, software on a mini-disc and a decent little manual in (passable) English. Testing involved plugging in a cable to my network and then logging onto the camera web server at its default IP address via Chrome (it IE) to change the default password. After this, full access was available to all the camera settings. There is a full range of user configurable settings and the menu layout is refined and effective. Finally, the camera was connected to Milestone Xprotect Essential which quickly identified the camera and installed it, merely requiring the camera user name and password. The image is sharp, bright and clear. This is how an IP camera should behave. The device is well built and appears robust and durable. I have not used the supplied software so cannot comment.Update February 2018The camera unilaterally and without provocation decided to lose its password and there is no way to reset it without contacting Hik tech support who may or may not decide to respond. Currently left with an expensive paperweight. It's barking mad that the owner can't factory reset it without the manufacturers involvement.

This camera works great with my Hikvision DVR (which supports one IP camera). Of course there is a minor amount of configuring involved, such as the colour and hardware setup. One issue i found was when i connected it to a poor network cable (such as CAT5 instead of CAT5E,) i was getting a terrible connection to my network and therefore my DVR which kept connecting and disconnecting. After upgrading the cable, it worked perfectly every time.The image quality is a lot better than the analogue cameras regardless of the resolution. I can now see faces and licence plates as they pass the street. Lets me record at 22FPS too!Over all, I'm really pleased with this camera