GENBOLT 2.5K PTZ WiFi Security Camera Outdoor with PoE, Dual lens CCTV Home Surveillance Camera with 12X Hybrid Zoom, IP Camera with Color Night 4MP, Auto Tracking Humanoid Detection(2.4&5GHz)

This review is for the GENBOLT GB216D purchased from GENBOLT direct in July 2023.This is my second Genbolt camera purchase. I was intrigued by the twin lens arrangement and forever seeking clarity so I thought I'd give it a go.Initial impressions when first unboxing the camera - its much smaller than I'd expected and I like the dark colour scheme. This helps with discretion. I already had the genlock app on my phone which I was using with my previous purchase. These instructions are still valid and I will include an excerpt from my previous review ; Download the app from google play to your phone or via QR code. Connect camera to your modem via network cable supplied. Open the app and add camera. After you have connected to the camera you can then input your WiFi code from the settings and you will then be connected wirelessly. This was all done quite easily with the supplied instructions.Pan and tilt function is adequate, a little clunky, latency effects required position. There is a preset facility on the app which let's you save various positions; simple enough to use but for some reason it does not save the zoom point in the position. I'm hoping this will be rectified at some point in the future.There are two lenses. One does normal view and the other will kick in when the zoom facility is extended past the capability of the normal view. Unfortunately both images are not recorded simultaneously. The zoomed image will display a decipherable car number plate at least 50 metres away during the day, this was the furthest I had a subject but I'm sure it would go further.The video files are saved in .254 or .255 format. In order to view the files in the file list of the app you need to make sure the 'alarm' is set to 'on' but block notifications if you don't want to be bothered by constant triggers. False alarms are rare and the human detection is very good. A 5 minute file (record clip length is adjustable) is anything from 40mb to 100mb. I have not done much testing with night vision or moving vehicles but will update. If you need to access video footage should an incident be caught on camera you have to go to the file storage, select the file then download. The file will then be converted to mp4 - the commonly used codec for most operating systems and apps. You also have the facility to use your pc web browser to access the camera by simply inserting the ip address of the camera into the web address bar. You will be asked for the admin username and password to access this facility so be sure to familiarise yourself with such or you can change it using the camera app on your phone.The tailing lead consists of a rj45 connector, reset button, power input. There is a reference to 'POE isolation' written on the rj45 connector.You can set an audible warning for motion trigger which will sound from the camera. Selection offered : alarm, dog bark or choose a sound from your phone or laptop (I haven't tried this yet but the dog bark is effective). You also have the option to 'motion' trigger the flood lights on the camera which have impressive intensity considering their size. This facility can be switched off if you have your camera indoors pointing out of a window.Mounting the camera is simple enough. The camera unit is slightly larger than the size of a fist and very light. Affix bracket to wall then slot and screw the camera to the bracket. An external box for the cables would also be a good idea. The slot for the TF memory card is under the camera and can be easily accessed.I will add to this review when I reveal more.

I installed this fantastic security camera about 12 months ago. A solid piece of kit for the price, unlike some of the other manufacturers that are on the market. Its small and very unobtrusive packed with loads of features. Very easy to install, with picture perfect resolution and sound. This unit has a motion detector fitted so one camera covers the whole drive, where ever you move, it follows. Once the App is installed on your phone you have instant access 24/7 which is a another very useful feature. As an added piece of security the light censored LEDs also light the drive at night. We both feel secure knowing Genbolt has us covered night and day.

Bought a previous version like 1 year ago sat all day outside in any weather without any extra protection using it in my back garden. Still working as new. At this point I've been buying a 2nd one which has some nice features very easy to use and install. Smaller that the 1st one you can use them by app or laptop (I'm using both 🙃) good sound , you could see a clear face between 5-8 meters(my garden has 12 meters I haven't tried it somewhere else), motion detection is spot on and the lights are coming on at any movement. Zoom abilities can be seen in 2nd picture keep in mind is a raining day. Picture quality in 3rd photo didn't had time to fit it outside yet but I'm pretty sure will do a nice job. For price and quality it's perfect I would recommend it for sure.

The Genbolt GB216D combines solid video quality with advanced AI tracking, ensuring that the camera intelligently follows moving objects within its field of view. Its decent zoom capability allows for closer inspection of key areas, making it ideal for detailed monitoring. The night vision is reliable, providing clear footage even in darkness. With customizable motion alerts and a smooth mobile app interface, it’s a great choice for users seeking a smart, affordable surveillance solution.Pros: AI tracking, effective zoom, clear night vision.Cons: While it offers excellent features for its price, the camera may lack some high-end options like ultra-wide 4K resolution or extensive smart home integration. Additionally, the AI tracking, while effective, may occasionally struggle with fast-moving objects or complex scenes, leading to minor lapses in tracking precision.

After initially rating them 1 star, I provided a genuine review detailing the issues I experienced with their faulty cameras. Months later, they reached out via email offering to resolve the issues. They assured me that if they were unable to fix the problem, they would provide a full refund and provided me with their direct email address for communication.Despite what seemed to be genuine efforts on their part to rectify the situation, after updating my review, they disappeared and failed to deliver on their promises. It has now been 6 months and the cameras are still not functioning as expected, unlike the more affordable cameras I have used for another property. This lack of follow-through and accountability is disappointing and reflects poorly on their overall customer service. It is unfortunate that they did not handle the situation more effectively, leaving me feeling let down and dissatisfied with their aftercare service.

This camera is great value for money and very easy to use and install have it in a caffing shed and good at night to will be getting more of these cameras it is the best one yet.