Reolink Altas Wireless Battery Camera｜F1.0 Full-Color Night Vision, 20000mAh, IP66

1/1.8" Sensor｜f=4mm F1.0｜No Infrared, Full-Color Night Vision｜20000mAh｜IP66

Product Overview

Reolink Altas is a Wi-Fi battery camera that requires neither wired power nor a network cable, but it takes a different approach from typical battery cameras: instead of relying on infrared illumination, it uses a large 1/1.8" sensor paired with an f=4mm F1.0 large aperture for full-color night vision. The official specifications explicitly state Infrared Night Vision: Not supported, meaning there is no infrared at night at all; it relies entirely on ambient light and the sensor itself.

The official resolution is 2560×1440 (4 megapixels), with a maximum of 15fps. The field of view is 110° diagonally, 90° horizontally, and 50° vertically. Wireless connectivity is Wi-Fi 6-class (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4GHz／5GHz, WPA3), and Bluetooth 5.0 is also supported for nearby pairing.

Power is supplied by a 20000mAh rechargeable battery, with support for the Reolink Solar Panel 2 (6W). It supports up to 512GB microSD, 2-10 seconds of pre-event recording, and continuous recording mode. With IP66 water resistance, it has the highest protection rating among the cameras in this selection. The official specifications also indicate support for Reolink Home Hub.

Reolink Altas Camera Design (Official Image)

Six Key Highlights

No infrared; full-color night vision powered by F1.0 and a large sensor

The first thing to clarify about this camera is that the official specifications state that infrared night vision is not supported (Not supported). Its nighttime performance comes entirely from the 1/1.8" sensor and the f=4mm F1.0 large aperture — the large amount of incoming light allows it to produce color footage in areas with streetlights, porch lights, or moonlight.

The trade-off is that it performs noticeably poorly in completely dark environments, such as back alleys without streetlights or farmland far from residential areas. Before purchasing, ask yourself: “Is there any light at this location at night?” With light, this camera’s color night vision is among the strongest in its class; without light, you should choose a model with infrared.

• Officially stated: Infrared night vision not supported
• Full-Color Night Vision: Supported (ColorX)
• 1/1.8" CMOS｜f=4mm F1.0

20000mAh battery and the 18-month standby claim

The official battery-life claim is based on a specific scenario: motion detection mode with 300 seconds of recording per day, lasting up to 18 months (540 days). The premise is “only 300 seconds of recording per day,” which represents a low-activity environment, such as a parking space or back door with little foot traffic.

The official specifications also list battery life in continuous recording mode (significantly shorter), as well as the solar charging requirements: under the low-activity scenario above, approximately 10 minutes of sunlight per day is enough to replenish the power used. This means it is actually quite energy-efficient — as long as you do not need 24/7 continuous recording.

• 20000mAh rechargeable battery
• Officially rated for up to 540 days in low-activity scenarios
• Approximately 10 minutes of sunlight per day can replenish the power used in low-activity scenarios

Practical benefits of Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0

Wireless connectivity supports 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz, WPA3 encryption, and Bluetooth 5.0. Bluetooth is used for initial pairing: simply bring your phone close to the camera to connect and configure it, without first relying on buttons or inserting a card.

The main benefits of Wi-Fi 6 on a battery camera are “faster uploads and shorter wake-up times,” which indirectly helps save power. It also offers better interference resistance than older generations, providing a more stable connection in Hong Kong’s dense residential Wi-Fi environments. 5GHz is suitable for high-bitrate connections over short distances, while 2.4GHz is better for penetrating walls.

• Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Dual-Band
• WPA3 Encryption
• Bluetooth 5.0 Nearby Pairing

512GB microSD, pre-recording, and continuous recording

It supports up to 512GB microSD, an unusually large capacity for a battery camera. The official specifications list three recording modes: continuous recording, motion-triggered recording, and pre-recording (10 seconds by default, adjustable from 2-10 seconds; 3fps by default, adjustable to 1/3/5fps).

The value of pre-recording is that it captures footage from the few seconds before an event occurs. When investigating “which direction a person came from,” those few seconds are often more useful than the event itself. If you plan to enable continuous recording, first make sure the power supply, such as the solar panel, can keep up.

• microSD up to 512GB
• Pre-recording adjustable from 2-10 seconds
• Supports continuous recording and scheduled recording

IP66 and -20°C operating temperature

Officially rated IP66: completely dustproof and resistant to powerful water jets, making it the highest-rated for protection among this batch of cameras (most of the others are IP65). This means it is better equipped than typical outdoor cameras to handle Hong Kong’s heavy rain and humidity.

Operating temperature: -20°C to 55°C; humidity: 20%-85%; dimensions: 126×78×76mm; weight: 554g. More compact than typical bullet cameras, offering more installation options.

• IP66 dustproof and resistant to powerful water jets
• 126×78×76mm／554g
• Operating temperature: -20°C to 55°C

PIR detection and smart home integration

PIR detection distance adjustable up to 10 meters, with a 100° horizontal angle, supporting person, vehicle, and animal classification detection. As it does not have infrared, nighttime detection accuracy relies more on the PIR sensor itself. We recommend setting the sensitivity to a medium level, observing it for a week, and then making adjustments.

Supports Google Assistant, Alexa, and Reolink Home Hub; cloud backup requires Reolink Cloud (availability varies by region). If you plan to use Home Hub for centralized storage, this camera is officially confirmed to be supported.

• PIR 10 meters／100°
• Supports Home Hub
• Google Assistant／Alexa

What’s in the box

The following is the packaging content for the Hong Kong authorized version. Actual accessories are subject to the shipment batch. If you have any questions, please contact us before placing your order.

• The official product page does not provide an itemized packing list. This camera is compatible with the Reolink Solar Panel 2 (6W), which is sold separately; if you need to purchase it together with the panel, please let us know when placing your order.
• The package contents are subject to Reolink’s official shipping configuration. As the official product page does not provide an itemized packing list, our store does not speculate on the number of accessories included. If you need to confirm whether a specific accessory is included, such as a mounting bracket, screw kit, or power adapter, please contact us before placing your order.
• Hong Kong authorized version, 2-year manufacturer’s warranty, with local support.

Suitable scenarios

Altas is ideal for locations with basic nighttime lighting where you do not want to run cables but still need to see colors: home entrances, parking spaces, back alleys, and shop side entrances.

• Parking spaces with streetlights or door lights
• Front and side entrances of detached houses
• Shop back alleys (with lighting)
• Around village houses
• Warehouse entrances and exits

Why choose this model

• 1/1.8" with F1.0, full-color night vision
• 20000mAh, can last for months to years with low activation frequency
• IP66, the highest protection rating in this batch
• microSD 512GB + event pre-recording
• Supports Home Hub and Wi-Fi 6

Full specifications

Comparison Within the Same Series

Altas and Altas PT Ultra are the fixed and pan-tilt cameras in the same-generation ColorX infrared-free product line; the table below shows the official figures, and the model you are viewing is highlighted with a background color.

Frequently Asked Questions

Want to know whether your location is bright enough at night for Altas?

Send us a photo taken from the same location at night, and we can directly assess whether full-color night vision will be sufficient or whether you should switch to a model with infrared.

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