TP-Link InSight S285 8MP Full-Colour Dome Network Camera
TP-Link InSight S285 8MP Full-Colour Dome Network Camera
The TP-Link InSight S285 is a high-performance 8MP full-color dome network camera, ideal for comprehensive surveillance needs. Featuring a 1/2.7” progressive scan CMOS image sensor, this camera delivers outstanding image quality with a maximum resolution of 3840 x 2160 (8MP).
With advanced night vision capabilities, the InSight S285 operates effectively even in low-light conditions, with a minimum illumination of 0.005 Lux and 0 Lux when using IR/white light. Its IR cut filter and flexible day/night switch options enhance adaptability for various monitoring situations.
The camera is equipped with fixed focal lens options of 2.8 mm or 4 mm, offering different fields of view for versatile deployment. The wide dynamic range of 120 dB ensures clarity and detail in challenging lighting environments.
Key Specifications:
- Image Sensor: 1/2.7” Progressive Scan CMOS
- Min. Illumination: 0.005 Lux; 0 Lux with IR/White light
- Shutter Speed: 1/3 to 1/10000 s
- Lens Options: Fixed focal lengths of 2.8 mm or 4 mm
- Max Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (8MP)
- Video Compression: H.265+/H.265/H.264/H.264+
- DORI Distances (2.8 mm): Detect: 85 m, Observe: 35 m, Recognize: 17 m, Identify: 8 m
- DORI Distances (4 mm): Detect: 107 m, Observe: 44 m, Recognize: 21 m, Identify: 11 m
- Wide Dynamic Range: 120 dB; DWDR supported when People & Vehicle Analytics is enabled
- Privacy Masking: Up to 4 masks
- ROI: 1 region
Code/SKU: InSight S285
Quick Specs: Horizontal FOV (2.8mm): 110°; Horizontal FOV (4mm): 88°; IR Range: 30m; White LED Range: 30m; Suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
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Product Overview
TP-Link InSight S285 8MP Full-Colour Dome Network Camera provides high-performance surveillance with its advanced imaging technology. Featuring a 1/2.7” progressive scan CMOS sensor, this camera captures superb detail, even in low-light conditions with a minimum illumination of 0.005 Lux.
With a maximum resolution of 3840 x 2160, the S285 ensures clear and detailed video surveillance, suitable for various monitoring applications. The camera’s day/night mechanism includes an IR cut filter for enhanced operation in changing light environments.
Equipped with fixed focal lens options of 2.8mm and 4mm, the camera provides horizontal fields of view of 110° or 88°, respectively, ideal for large and small area coverage.
The S285 utilizes dual IR LEDs and dual white LEDs to illuminate up to 30 meters, ensuring visibility in dark conditions and reliable performance during nighttime.
Featuring manual angle adjustments for panning (0° to 346°) and tilting (0° to 75°), the camera can be positioned for optimal coverage, accommodating various environmental setups.
With advanced video compression technologies such as H.265+ and H.264, this camera efficiently manages storage and bandwidth without compromising video quality over time.
Features
- High-Resolution Imaging: Offers an impressive 8MP resolution for clear and detailed footage, meeting the demands of comprehensive outdoor surveillance.
- Flexible Lens Options: Available with 2.8mm or 4mm focal lengths, providing adaptable viewing angles to suit different monitoring requirements.
- Night Vision Capability: Equipped with dual IR and white LEDs, illuminating up to 30 meters in darkness, ensuring effective surveillance at night.
- Manual Angle Adjustment: Allows for precise manual panning, tilting, and rotation, ensuring optimized camera positioning in diverse environments.
- Advanced Video Compression: Utilizes H.265+ and H.264 formats for efficient video storage, maximizing bandwidth while maintaining high-quality recordings.
- Privacy Masking Capability: Supports up to 4 programmable privacy masks to secure sensitive areas within the camera’s field of view, enhancing compliance.
- Wide Dynamic Range: Features 120 dB WDR technology to maintain image integrity in challenging lighting conditions, ensuring reliable monitoring.
Functions:
- Real-Time Streaming: Capable of providing live video feeds with adjustable frame rates, ensuring immediate access to critical surveillance footage.
- Exceptional Low-Light Performance: Achieves superior night visibility through infrared and white light illumination, facilitating all-around coverage during nighttime.
- Smart Image Enhancement: Incorporates technologies such as BLC, 3D DNR, and SmartIR to improve image quality under varying light conditions.
- Customizable Settings: Allows for manual adjustments like brightness and contrast, enabling tailored image quality suitable for specific environments.
- People & Vehicle Analytics: Features intelligent analytics capabilities for advanced monitoring and alerting when detecting specific movements effectively.
- Remote Access Management: Users can monitor and adjust camera settings remotely, enhancing flexibility and control over surveillance operations.
- Scalable Storage Options: Compatible with various network storage solutions, allowing effective management and retrieval of recorded video footage.
Technical Specifications:
| Model | InSight S285 |
| Image Sensor | 1/2.7” Progressive Scan CMOS |
| Max. Resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Min. Illumination | 0.005 Lux; 0 Lux with IR/White Light |
| Lens Type | Fixed Focal Lens (2.8 mm / 4 mm) |
| Aperture | F1.6 |
| Wide Dynamic Range | 120 dB |
| IR Range | Up to 30 m (850 nm wavelength) |
| Video Compression | H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264 |
| Video Bit Rate | Main Stream: 256 Kbps to 8 Mbps; Sub-Stream: 64 Kbps to 512 Kbps |
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TP-Link InSight S285 8MP Full-Colour Dome Network Camera
The TP-Link InSight S285 is a high-performance 8MP full-color dome network camera, ideal for comprehensive surveillance needs. Featuring a 1/2.7” progressive scan CMOS image sensor, this camera delivers outstanding image quality with a maximum resolution of 3840 x 2160 (8MP).
With advanced night vision capabilities, the InSight S285 operates effectively even in low-light conditions, with a minimum illumination of 0.005 Lux and 0 Lux when using IR/white light. Its IR cut filter and flexible day/night switch options enhance adaptability for various monitoring situations.
The camera is equipped with fixed focal lens options of 2.8 mm or 4 mm, offering different fields of view for versatile deployment. The wide dynamic range of 120 dB ensures clarity and detail in challenging lighting environments.
Key Specifications:
- Image Sensor: 1/2.7” Progressive Scan CMOS
- Min. Illumination: 0.005 Lux; 0 Lux with IR/White light
- Shutter Speed: 1/3 to 1/10000 s
- Lens Options: Fixed focal lengths of 2.8 mm or 4 mm
- Max Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (8MP)
- Video Compression: H.265+/H.265/H.264/H.264+
- DORI Distances (2.8 mm): Detect: 85 m, Observe: 35 m, Recognize: 17 m, Identify: 8 m
- DORI Distances (4 mm): Detect: 107 m, Observe: 44 m, Recognize: 21 m, Identify: 11 m
- Wide Dynamic Range: 120 dB; DWDR supported when People & Vehicle Analytics is enabled
- Privacy Masking: Up to 4 masks
- ROI: 1 region
Code/SKU: InSight S285
Quick Specs: Horizontal FOV (2.8mm): 110°; Horizontal FOV (4mm): 88°; IR Range: 30m; White LED Range: 30m; Suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
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All IP cameras and recording devices (NVR’s/DVR’s) are covered by a 3 year back-to-base manufacturer warranty.
Our warranty is limited to the replacement of faulty items or parts and does not include damage due to incorrect fitting of parts or accessories, or damage due to mishandling the equipment once out of the box. All faults are sent to the manufacturer for inspection and diagnosis before a replacement is sent out.
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TP-Link InSight S285 8MP Full-Colour Dome Network Camera





