Reolink E1 Outdoor 5MP Outdoor Pan-Tilt Wi-Fi Camera｜3× Optical Zoom, Auto-Tracking

2560×1920 5MP@20fps｜1/2.7"｜f=2.8-8mm 3× Optical｜355°/50° Pan-Tilt｜IP65

Product Overview

The Reolink E1 Outdoor is a mid-range outdoor pan-tilt camera: 5MP (2560×1920), a 1/2.7" sensor, and f=2.8-8mm 3× optical zoom, paired with 355° horizontal and 50° vertical pan-tilt movement and auto-tracking. Compared with fixed-lens outdoor cameras, it offers one extra feature: Zoom.

The official resolution is 2560×1920 (5 megapixels) @20fps, with a horizontal field of view of 90°-50° and a vertical field of view of 53°-30° (the two ends correspond to wide-angle and telephoto respectively); 12m infrared night vision (10× 850nm LEDs), plus 4× 3.3W 6500K spotlights for full-color night vision.

The pan-tilt range is 355°/50°. It supports 1 guard position and up to 64 preset positions, with official support for auto-tracking; storage supports up to a 512GB microSD card; Wi-Fi supports 2.4GHz／5GHz (802.11 a/ac/b/g/n); IP65, Φ90×120mm, 458g.

Reolink E1 Outdoor camera body (official image)

Six Key Highlights

Practical Uses of 3× Optical Zoom

f=2.8-8mm provides 3× optical zoom, not digital magnification. In practical terms: the wide-angle end provides a 90° view, while switching to the telephoto end lets you see subjects 15-20m away clearly, without the image becoming blurry due to digital enlargement.

This is highly practical for parking spaces, the exterior of village houses, and shop entrances — first check the full view for people, then zoom in to see who they are. At the same distance, digital zoom would only give you a blocky, pixelated image.

• f=2.8-8mm, 3× optical zoom
• Wide angle 90° → Telephoto 50°
• Not digital magnification; image quality does not deteriorate with zoom

355°/50° Pan-Tilt, 64 Preset Positions and Auto-Tracking

355° horizontally and 50° vertically. The 50° vertical range is less than the 90° offered by indoor cameras, meaning it is mainly designed to view "forward and slightly downward" and is not suitable for looking directly below; an installation height of 2.5-3m is recommended, with the lens angled slightly downward.

It officially supports 1 guard position and up to 64 preset positions, and explicitly supports auto-tracking. The 64 preset positions are more than the 32 offered by most models, making it suitable for locations that need to patrol multiple fixed points.

• 355°／50° Pan-Tilt
• 64 Preset Positions＋1 Guard Position
• Supports Auto-Tracking

12m Infrared＋4 Spotlights

There are two types of night vision: 10× 850nm infrared LEDs provide a 12m black-and-white image; 4× 3.3W 6500K spotlights provide full color and act as a deterrent. It has more spotlights than comparable models, resulting in more even coverage.

Spotlights consume power, but this is a plug-in Wi-Fi camera rather than a battery-powered model, so there is no need to worry about battery life. You can confidently set the spotlights to turn on when a person is detected, or even leave them on for extended periods.

• 12m Infrared (10× 850nm)
• 4 Spotlights 3.3W／6500K
• Plug-in model; use the spotlights with confidence

IP65 and Outdoor Installation

The official IP65 rating provides protection against dust and water spray, making it suitable for outdoor use, but it is not waterproof against immersion and cannot withstand high-pressure water jets. Φ90×120mm, 458g.

The key to outdoor installation is waterproofing the connections: point the power connector downward and add waterproof tape or a waterproof box. If this step is done properly, the camera’s service life can usually be extended by several years.

• IP65 Dustproof and Water-Spray Resistant
• Φ90×120mm／458g
• Power port faces downward and is waterproof

5MP with 1/2.7" sensor

2560×1920 has a 4:3 aspect ratio, which is taller than 16:9 and better suited to “vertically oriented subjects” (people and vehicles) such as entrances and parking spaces. 20fps is smoother than the usual 15fps.

The 1/2.7" sensor with an F1.6 aperture provides plenty of detail during the day; infrared is used at night, while the 4:3 aspect ratio provides more complete vertical coverage.

• 2560×1920 5MP @20fps（4:3）
• 1/2.7" CMOS｜f=2.8-8mm Max. F1.6
• Field of view: 90°-50°／53°-30°

Dual-band Wi-Fi and storage

Wireless support for 802.11 a/ac/b/g/n dual-band (2.4GHz／5GHz), with WPA/WPA2 encryption. When the outdoor camera is far from the router, use 2.4GHz for better wall penetration; use 5GHz for higher bitrates at close range.

Supports up to 512GB microSD storage, primarily for motion-triggered recording. For 24/7 continuous recording, we recommend using a PoE model with an NVR, as continuous recording over Wi-Fi is less stable than a wired connection.

• Dual-band Wi-Fi（2.4G／5G）
• Up to 512GB microSD
• For continuous recording, we recommend using PoE＋NVR

In the Box

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

• The official page does not list the in-box contents or power specifications item by item. An outdoor PTZ camera generally includes the main unit, a power adapter, and a mounting base. If you need to confirm the cable length or whether a waterproof connector is included, 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 (bracket, screw kit, or whether a power adapter is included), please contact us before placing your order.
• Hong Kong authorized-market stock, 2-year official manufacturer’s warranty, and local support.

Ideal Uses

The E1 Outdoor is ideal for locations where you need one camera to cover an outdoor area while still being able to zoom in for clear details: parking spaces, the exterior of village houses, shop entrances, and back alleys.

• Open-air parking spaces and driveways
• Village-house exteriors and gates
• Shop entrances and back alleys
• Detached-house gardens
• Small warehouse exteriors

Why Choose This Model

• 3× optical zoom for detailed close-ups
• 5MP 4:3 image for more complete coverage of people and vehicles
• 355° pan and 64 preset positions
• 12m infrared night vision＋4 spotlights
• IP65 outdoor protection

Full Specifications

Comparison Within the Same Series

E1 Outdoor and E1 Outdoor Pro are the 5MP and 4K versions of the same outdoor pan-tilt camera series, featuring the same 3x optical zoom and the same 355°/50° pan and tilt range. The table below shows the official specifications, with the model you are viewing highlighted.

FAQs

Want to know whether the 3× optical zoom can clearly cover your parking space?

Tell us the distance between the installation point and the parking space. We can calculate the actual area the telephoto end can capture and confirm whether you need the 4K Pro version.

Hong Kong official stock｜2-year manufacturer's warranty｜Local support