EmpireTech Starlight 4MP 25x 1/2.8" CMOS IR Smart PTZ Camera, 5mm–125mm Lens, Auto-Tracking Support,Perimeter Protection, Face Detection, SMD 3.0, IP66, IK10 Protection, Mini PTZ Camera PTZ425DB-AT

A good modern and discreet PTZ cam, with the most recent IVS functions. For a smooth setup procedure, you must use Internet explorer (browser) on Windows, otherwise rules won't be setup reliably. I initially could not figure this out, so I emailed Empiretech, and within 30 minutes heard back from them, I was really surprised to receive such a quickened detailed response . I have since, gone ahead and ordered 2 additional cams. I would highly recommend this camera. Support is as good as it gets. 5 Stars!

Been using for a few months now, great picture during the day, and auto-tracking works well. Mounted to the soffit.

I have bought many cameras from EmpireTech, and they have been GREAT! This camera is absolutely perfect in the daytime, the "auto-tracking" feature that moves the camera to follow things through the area or observation is AMAZING. I watched a YouTube video that showed how to set up that feature using a virtual "tripwire" in the camera controls GUI webpage, and it has worked well so far. I have yet to get a good, clean, night setting that works, but this is mainly due to my very challenging night lighting scene. My neighbors have a very bright outdoor light that is the opposite side of the road, so it washes out the scene I'm interested in capturing in my front yard (lots of other shadowy areas caused by trees) and no setting so far seems to make things fully acceptable. Also, one other small thing is that the day/night "auto" setting is not reliable, so I went through and set a "schedule" in the GUI that does this function at a specific time every average daily sunrise/sunset time, by month. Camera is up and running outside, so I am optimistic it will be an overall "winner" in my situation. The camera is 4-megapixel, which is GREAT for high-resolution images in good lighting, but the image sensor used is a (1/ 2.7") format, which is a lower-end one if you're mostly interested in low-light performance. A better format sensor for low-light performance at 4-megapixels is the (1/ 1/8"), a considerably larger surface area to collect light over.

I upgraded a Hikvision 1080p to this 4mp one. It's a nice image quality upgrade. This is my first time using the new web interface for Dahua stuff. Not a huge fan of it but I got it set up. The motion tracking was a little tricky in what the options mean, but overall a good camera still. Works well with BlueIris of course. Shipping was fast and it arrived in good packaging.

A great addition to viewing beyond the fixed lens. Shipping was fast, and the packaging was very secure; the camera is nestled properly within foam packaging. The build quality is metal and also shipped with a stainless steel mounting bracket. It produces excellent color sharpness and clarity. One thing that stands out is the Auto Tracking feature. If set to human and AI is correctly set up, it will track flawlessly, and the same goes for vehicle tracking as well. I am not sure that it can be set to both. The brilliance behind it is, if a subject walks anywhere within the frame of the lens, and the Intelligent Video Surveillance (IVS) "Tripwire" or "Intrusion" rule is in place, the camera will zoom in on the subject and follow. This will produce a usable identifiable video image. Additionally, manual zooming and panning are very smooth. It has built-in Smart Motion Detection (SMD), Face Detection, Perimeter Protection, and more. My only complaint is the motor sound after tracking when the lens is returning to the fixed setpoint. - If you are near it, you'll hear the sound, but that is far from a deal breaker. Also, for us Blue Iris users, it will be a great addition.

Love all the products i have ever purchased from EmpireTech

Have purchased several other cameras from EmpireTech (Andy). This was my first PTZ. Connected easily to BlueIris as my NVR. Lots of detailed info on ipcamtalk.com if you need help with configuration.

What can I say about this plz camera. For the money, you can't go wrong with this camera. The setup is very easy, the functional mounting and alignment works very well to secure this camera. Picture quality day or night is great and the webUI makes configuration a breeze. You really get what you pay for with this camera. Customer Service is top notch!