Reolink E1 4MP Indoor Pan/Tilt Camera｜Crying Detection, Lightweight 158g, 355° Panoramic Coverage

2560×1440 4MP@15fps｜1/3" CMOS｜355° Pan/Tilt｜12m Infrared｜Crying Detection

Product Overview

Reolink E1 is designed for home monitoring within the indoor pan-and-tilt camera lineup: featuring 4MP 2K, 355° horizontal and 50° vertical pan/tilt, its official smart detection includes not only people and pets, but alsoCrying Detection——a feature not available on other models in the same series.

The official resolution is 2560×1440 (4 megapixels) @15fps, with a 1/3" CMOS sensor, f=4.0mm fixed-focus lens, F2.0 aperture and IR-cut. The field of view is 84° horizontally and 45° vertically; infrared night vision reaches 12 meters (8 × 850nm LEDs, with automatic IR-cut switching).

Wireless connectivity supports IEEE 802.11 ax/b/g/n, limited to 2.4GHz, with WPA3 encryption support. Storage supports up to 512GB microSD. The camera weighs 158g, making it the lightest in the same series. Operating temperature is -10°C to 40°C (the upper limit is lower than the 55°C of other models, but this is no issue for indoor use).

Reolink E1 Camera Design (Official Image)

Six Key Highlights

Crying Detection: The Most Practical Difference of This Camera

The official smart detection features four options: motion detection, person detection, pet detection and crying detection. The first three are available on most models, while crying detection is relatively rare — it is designed to meet the practical needs of nurseries and rooms for elderly family members.

Crying detection works by identifying audio characteristics rather than simply detecting volume, so it will not trigger false alerts just because of TV sounds or a closing door. In actual use, it is recommended to set notifications to only include crying and person detection, preventing pets moving around from waking you up.

• Supports Crying Detection
• Supports Person, Pet and Motion Detection
• Recommended to enable notifications only for crying and person detection

E1 Indoor Installation Example (Official Image)

4MP Image Quality and 84° Field of View

2560×1440 @15fps, with a 1/3" CMOS sensor and F2.0 aperture. The image remains clear under typical indoor lighting. If the room is relatively dark, F2.0 lets in less light than F1.6, resulting in more image noise. This is the main difference compared with the E331.

The 84° horizontal and 45° vertical field of view is moderately narrow. The advantage is that subjects appear larger with less distortion; combined with the 355° pan/tilt, it can cover the entire room by turning, which is more practical than forcing everything into an ultra-wide-angle view.

• 2560×1440 4MP @15fps
• 1/3" CMOS｜f=4.0mm F2.0
• Field of View 84°／45°

158g Body and Flexible Placement

Weighing 158g with a compact body, it is the lightest model in the same series. This allows highly flexible placement: it can be placed on a bookshelf, cabinet, TV stand, or even secured with a clamp, without drilling holes.

The trade-off for its light weight is stability: if placed where it may be bumped, the image can easily be knocked out of alignment. It is more stable when placed at a higher position or on a fixed base.

• 158g, the lightest in the same series
• Can be placed flat or wall-mounted; no drilling required
• Avoid placing it where it can be easily bumped

12m Infrared and Night-Time Image

Infrared night vision up to 12 meters (8 × 850nm LEDs, automatic IR-cut switching), sufficient for indoor rooms. Nighttime images are in black and white; the official specifications do not list a spotlight or full-color night vision.

To improve night vision, placement matters more than specifications: do not point it at a window (the glass may reflect infrared light into a washed-out white image), do not place it right against a white wall (infrared reflections may cause overexposure), and keep the area in front of the lens unobstructed.

• Infrared up to 12 meters (8 × 850nm LEDs)
• Black-and-white at night, no spotlight
• Avoid pointing at windows or placing it against walls

The trade-off of 2.4GHz-only Wi-Fi

Wireless connectivity uses 802.11 ax/b/g/n, supports only 2.4GHz, and supports WPA3 encryption. It offers good wall penetration, but 2.4GHz channels are congested in Hong Kong homes, so delays may occur during busy periods.

If your home has many 2.4GHz devices (smart lights, plugs, and doorbells), we recommend installing the camera close to the router; choose the E331 if you need dual-band Wi-Fi.

• Supports 2.4GHz only
• Supports WPA3
• Recommended to install near the router

Storage and temperature limits

Supports up to a 512GB microSD card and event-triggered recording. Indoor scenes generally generate few triggered events, so a 512GB card can store footage for a long time; a high-endurance surveillance-grade card is recommended.

The official operating temperature is -10°C to 40°C, with a lower upper limit than other models in the same series (55°C). This is fully sufficient for indoor environments, but do not install it inside an unventilated cabinet or in a sunny spot by a window.

• microSD up to 512GB
• Operating temperature -10°C to 40°C
• Avoid enclosed or sun-exposed locations

What's in the box

The following describes the contents of the Hong Kong authorized-retail package. Actual accessories may vary by shipment batch; if you have any questions, please contact us for confirmation before placing your order.

• The official page does not list the in-box contents and power specifications item by item. Indoor models generally include the main unit, a power cable, and a mounting base. If you need to confirm the adapter specifications or base type, please contact us before placing your order.
• Package contents are based on Reolink's official shipping configuration. The official product page does not list the in-box contents item by item, and our store does not speculate on the quantity of accessories. If you need to confirm a specific accessory before ordering (bracket, screw pack, or whether a power supply is included), please contact us first.
• Hong Kong authorized-retail stock, 2-year manufacturer's warranty, and local support.

Suitable applications

The E1 is especially suitable for indoor spaces where you need to be able to hear what's happening: nurseries, seniors' bedrooms, and areas where unusual sounds need to be monitored.

• Nurseries and children's rooms
• Seniors' bedrooms
• Pet areas
• Living rooms and dining rooms
• Small studios

Why choose this model

• Cry detection to help care for babies and seniors
• 4MP 2K with a 355° pan-tilt mechanism
• Lightest at 158g, with flexible placement
• Infrared up to 12 meters
• microSD 512GB

Full specifications

Same-Series Comparison

E321, E331, and E1 are part of the same indoor pan-and-tilt camera series; the figures below are official specifications, and the E1 you are viewing is highlighted. Note that the E1 has a 50° vertical pan-and-tilt range, while the other two models have 90°.

Frequently Asked Questions

Want to add another unit for a nursery or senior’s room?

Tell us the room size and placement constraints, such as whether there is a power outlet and whether drilling is possible, and we can help you decide whether to choose E1 or the dual-band E331.

Hong Kong Authorized Stock｜2-Year Manufacturer's Warranty｜Local Support