Review on Reolink RLC-511W 5MP HD Plug-in WiFi Outdoor Security Camera, 4X Optical Zoom, 2.4/5Ghz WiFi, Motion Detection, Night Vision, Google Assistant Compatible by Marcela Taylor

I have had 3 more Reolink 422W in addition to the new 511W for over a year. I immediately noticed an improvement in image quality, appearing sharper and brighter than the already impressive 5MP images at 422W. Installation, including the SD card, was also much easier. It also includes a built-in microphone that records sound along with video. The bullet's shape is much easier to adjust when you need to pass between obstacles that are blocking your view. The degree of angle is greater if you need to tilt it up or down compared to a dome. To hide extra wires, I use a junction box installed next to it. The Reolink app is one of the best I've ever used. It has undergone several updates that have fixed almost all known bugs. Setting it up with my OS X client application was also very easy. I chose to use IP/Domain instead of UID as I want more control over port security on my router. Wi-Fi strength varies depending on the location of the placements, I was able to get a stable data rate of 6K, 5MP, 15 FPS with only 2 bars. One of the cameras has 5 full tracks so I ran the Max 8K bit just for comparison. All my cameras reset weekly. The only complaint I have is the auto exposure, which sometimes causes a nearby white area to flicker in the video at night. From time to time this will invoke Motion Detection. My workaround is to turn off the IR LED as surprisingly the camera is able to see clearly at night even with the tiniest light source. As a big bonus, you can now clearly read the license plates of vehicles approaching the camera. I'm not sure I covered everything. Feel free to ask additional questions if needed.