Description
The Wyze Cam Pan v3 is an advanced smart home security camera that offers a wide range of features designed to keep your home secure and give you peace of mind. This camera is equipped with 1080p Pan/Tilt/Zoom, which allows you to live stream from anywhere and control remotely using the Wyze app, giving you a clear, detailed view of any part of the room at a fast pace. You can also set up to 4 predefined waypoints for automatic room monitoring in a constant pattern.
One of the standout features of the WYZE Cam Pan v3 is the rotating motion-tracking. This feature allows the camera to rotate a full 360° to follow and record moving objects, people, or pets, ensuring that you never miss a moment. It is designed for smooth, quiet operation to do its job discreetly without any noisy gearworks.
Another innovative feature of this camera is the Color Night Vision. This enables you to record nighttime video in full, vivid color in environments up to 25 times darker than traditional cameras. This feature makes it an ideal choice for both indoor and outdoor use, thanks to its IP65 rating. The camera can brave the elements, whether it’s installed outside in the rain or inside in the nursery. However, outdoor use requires the Wyze Outdoor Power Adapter v2, sold separately.
With the Wyze Cam Pan v3, you can enjoy 24/7 continuous recording with a 32GB MicroSD card (sold separately). Simply insert the MicroSD into the camera, and you’re all set. The camera is compatible with Android 7.0+ and iOS 14.0+, making it accessible to a wide range of users.
The Wyze Cam Pan v3 measures 2.09 x 2.36 x 4.88 inches and weighs 11.4 ounces. It was first made available on January 10, 2023, by its manufacturer, Wyze. This high-quality home security camera is made in China, known for its top-tier electronics manufacturing.
In summary, the Wyze Cam Pan v3 is a versatile and reliable smart home security camera that offers excellent value for its price. With its range of advanced features, such as 1080p Pan/Tilt/Zoom, motion tracking, color night vision, and 2-way audio, it provides an efficient and effective home security solution.
Dejair M Domingues –
La calidad de la imagen es muy buena, y los soportes ayudan mucho para su instalación es rápida y fácil.
Carlos Thomas –
Review is on 2023-03-12.
Having owned the Wyze Cam V3 as my introduction to the brand – moving to the Pan V3 was almost a natural path. It’s a great camera for a great price. The bulk of the company’s money seems to be made on the subscription side, so the hardware price is sold with minimal markup it seems.
The camera itself – hardware and quality – are not much different from the regular V3. Good picture quality and such. There are 3 primary differences between the Pan and the regular V3.
1 – Panning capability. The camera can turn – not 360 – but almost.
2 – Not magnetic. Must be mounted on the provided base – or similar item that the screw can fit.
3 – Micro USB cable is right angle and not straight.
PANNING
The camera can turn almost in 360 degrees on the base. It has what’s called “waypoints” where 4 areas can be set and the camera will automatically move to each area once selected within the app.
The camera supports time-lapse and motion following.
NOT MAGNETIC
If you wanted something similar to the regular V3 that you could stick somewhere – this won’t do. Based on viewing the Pan V2 – they are similar in terms of the base. This does make some sense since the base can swivel, but it’s something worth noting.
USB CABLE
The regular V3 has lots of cables available that are weatherproof. Finding one for the Pan V3 – and I guess the V2 as well – is very tedious. The right-angle cable needs to sit inside the base of the camera and I’ve not found any extensions that have this feature. If you’re going to purchase a third-party cable, you need to ensure that the micro USB end is about 19mm/0.75in so that it will fit snugly inside the base of the camera. This means you MUST use the original cable. I’ve not seen a similar right-angle cable on Amazon or even on the Wyze website – so there’s no replacement. Another option – which I’ve done – is to buy an extension cable that is compatible with the device. I had a regular USB2.0 extension cable and it didn’t work – guess it doesn’t carry the voltage as well. Waiting on the linked device to arrive and test.
https://a.co/d/3dER0lL
I assume I’ll either have to heat-shrink or tape the connection between the original cable and the extension. If someone else has seen the cable or something that will work – please link it within your review or as a reply to this one. The items below were found on the Wyze forums and linked here to make things easier.
CABLE
https://a.co/d/4ravLGo
TAPE
https://a.co/d/ceonpX3
Additionally – if you’re technically inclined – you could cut the cable and solder it to a different extension. Persons have said in the Wyze forums that it’s only power – no data – so just 2 wires are required. Do that at your own risk.
UPDATE – 2024-01-02
So now. Having had the device for some time, I’ve used and abused it a bit and have more details to add for the review. Both the V3 and the PAN has had some weird issues for me. I’ll get into those individually.
V3 – I recently decided to go on vacation and didn’t want my cat to be left without food. While my current solar setup isn’t 100% – it provides enough power until about 2AM and the area is secure enough that a dead gap isn’t a problem. I really just need the cameras to monitor my cat. So a typical “pspspspspsps” call to get the cat to come around is used along with the name – but strangely, the camera seems to cut out with errors once this is done. Almost like it dies – has some firmware issue – or something. I’m going to test and see if it’s the sound or pitch, but I’ve really not tested voice on any of the cameras for more than a few seconds previously. To get the attention of my cat I need like 1-2 minutes per camera. When the camera goes offline, it needs to be manually power cycled in order to be available again. Since my solar setup dies and comes back, that works out for the V3 somewhat, but it’s concerning that the cameras have a flaw where extended voice or a sound/pitch will cause them to suddenly go offline. You may need to test this with your own cameras to verify.
PAN – the V3 PAN has an even stranger issue. While it seems to share the same issue as above, it also seems to factory reset the device if there’s the audio function usage or even periodic power cuts – which happens based on the solar setup I’ve got going as explained above. Again, this is concerning. I have to climb up on a ladder to physically reset the device and rescan the QR code to have the camera available again. This is very inconvenient.
With those problems in mind, I think WYZE should have an option to “re-add” a camera that’s giving issues. That way any existing configurations including waypoints can be kept and you don’t have to do everything over from scratch – including sharing the camera with family members if you do that.
Again – hopefully this review helps and persons can be aware of potential flaws. Overall – still a great camera and the functions of the PAN are good.
Chris –
This is a great product for the price. Got for mother in law’s retirement appt to help family keep an eye on her. This camera hooked up to facilities Wi-Fi with no problem while other high end camera would not.
The but: I applied to return my first camera because it would not power up. Asked for replacement. The replacement powered up but after an hour or less it would say poor connection and would lose image and not come back. I noticed the special right angle micro usb connector was acting strange. Tried a straight cable I had and the camera never lost connection. I paid a lot attention to putting the right angle connector in and noticed there was just a very small amount more the connector would go in and you have to completely route the cable under the retaining tabs. I believe this may be why some people are losing connection. The camera has been running 3 days straight and no issues. I kept the first camera and mounted outside to watch over grandkids. Hope this helps
ajg3 –
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Resumen 2024.01.01: Excelente camara con funciones varias sin pagar.
Compre 2 camaras (para empezar). Me interesaba el “360”.
Las camaras vienen bien protegidas. Trae camara, cable, cuadro de energia (5V 2A), manual, chilillos de montaje, base para montar en pared/techo.
De inicio cuando las conectas se mueven, bajas la aplicacion y fueron faciles de instalar y usarlas. Por defecto tiene activado el “Track Motion”. Le puse una memoria de 64GB. La app es facil de usar y entender. La camara se ve de buen material, se ve bien hecha y resistente.
La calidad de grabacion es decentemente buena, puedes cambiar a 360 o 720.
Los movimientos al girar la camara son suaves, puedes ver las grabaciones facilmente, acceder a ella rapidamente, grabar videos o fotos, puedes darle zoom, poner zonas de grabacion, configurar horarios, eventos, soporta IFTTT, eventos por geolocalizacion (al parecer solo USA y Canada) y otras. Las funciones avanzadas las desconozco, ya que son de paga y basicamente son: guardar en la.nube, sensores de reconocimiento avanzado, acceder por la pagina web de Wyze y otras que no.recuerdo.
Las voy a poner en el exterior y te sugieren (obligado) comprar un adaptador para exterior. Si tienes conocimientos basicos puedes hacer tu propia “caja” para poner el cuadro de energia cerca de la camara.
Finalmente, soportan el protocolo RTSP, el cual te permite usarlo con aplicaciones de 3ros, NVR y/o Home Assistant, incluso como camara web. Solo que lei que aun no sale.un firmware para este modelo, seguire leyendo e investigando.
2024.01.11.
Con una memoria de 64GB graba aproximadamente 5 a 11 dias.
La exterior tiene 5 dias
La interior tiene 11 dias
Ambas configuradas de la misma manera (HD, grabacion continua, sonido, eventos, vision nocturna).
Supongo la diferencia principal es que con luz graba a 20FPS, y en modo nocturno graba a 15FPS, asi que la interior casi siempre tiene menos luz.
Geo –
I bought four of these for my elderly folks’ house, so I can keep an eye on them and make sure everyone is safe. They are SUPER full-featured, very affordable, and most importantly of all: the app does NOT SUCK. Very easy to install, pair the cameras, and use. Very stable over time: It doesn’t just forget everything for no reason! 😉
Nice cameras, especially for the money; would buy again
Carlos Thomas –
I have many Wyze and other company cams…. And this one is the best and my favorite! it tracks movement effortless and flawlessly. Night vision is stellar! The ui is simple . The app works great and is reliable. So far no issues at all. I will be buying more of this cam in the near future!
Cliente de Amazon –
Muy buena cámara cumple con su cometido
AOP3D 5 WHISTLESTOP MALL ROCKPORT MA –
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I recently purchased the WYZE Cam Pan v3 Indoor/Outdoor IP65-Rated 1080p Pan/Tilt/Zoom Wi-Fi Smart Home Camera, and I couldn’t be more impressed! This camera truly exceeded my expectations in every way.
First and foremost, the video quality is outstanding. The 1080p resolution ensures crystal-clear images, whether it’s day or night. The night vision feature provides clear and detailed footage even in complete darkness, which is incredibly impressive.
The pan, tilt, and zoom functionalities are incredibly smooth and responsive. I love being able to remotely control the camera to get a complete view of any room or outdoor space. It’s incredibly convenient and adds an extra layer of security to my home.
Setting up the camera was a breeze. The Wyze app is user-friendly and intuitive, guiding me through the setup process effortlessly. I was up and running in a matter of minutes.
One of the standout features for me is the IP65 rating, making this camera suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. It’s reassuring to know that the camera is built to withstand various weather conditions without compromising performance.
Lastly, the affordability of the WYZE Cam Pan v3 is unbeatable. Despite its advanced features, it’s incredibly budget-friendly compared to other options on the market.
Overall, I highly recommend the WYZE Cam Pan v3 to anyone in need of a reliable, high-quality home security camera. It offers exceptional value for money and provides peace of mind knowing that my office is always under surveillance.
Cliente de Amazon –
Câmera fácil de configurar, com ótima qualidade de imagem e excelente preço.