Wifi camera recommendation

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graveyau

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Sep 15, 2019
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Hi,

I am looking for suggestions on a WIFI camera. I know WIFI is not recommended (I have read the wiki). The camera is to send an image to a server at a fairly low rate (1-5 times a minute) so 100% connectivity is not crucial.

– Wifi connectivity
– IP64 or better (waterproof for humid/hot/cold environments)
– Full control of the camera, including its parameters such as exposure, focus, gain, resolution
– Small size/enclosure
– Not banned in the USA (such as Dahua and Hikvision)

I am considering Amcrest as they have a HTTP API or a python package to control it. I have thought about a raspberry pi with a camera module, but that's not really a secure option with the SD card being unencrypted and anyone could access the WIFI credientials.

Are there any other cameras that are suitable?

Thanks a bunch!
 
The ban does not apply to non-U.S. Government uses according to ipvm here.
FWIW, Amcrest is re-branded Dahua.
 
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In Australia why are you concerned about products banned by US Government?
Whatever you end up with be sure to check all the boards for hidden spy chips.
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graveyau said:
Perhaps a simpler question... what are some good camera options that has wifi and a solid API/SDK?

Also, not sure if you're joking or not @pinko ... haha
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I would suggest a 2MP Dahua Starlight varifocal turret-style camera with an add-on, external Ubiquiti bridge providing the wireless, if wired is absolutely not an option.
I would even consider a powerline adapter over any built-in wireless due to low transceiver sensitivity, power and bandwidth capabilities.
 
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