To help you choose your ideal cameras, we’ll showcase several best-in-class options across different value categories then dive into a deeper, spec-based comparison. With the release of UniFi Protect 2.1.1, Ubiquiti has now added Smart Detections for the G4 Instant, allowing the camera to recognise people and vehicles in the picture and alert you if needed. This release also adds support for notifications when the system notices any HDD I/O slowness.

Overall my first impressions have me excited to get it powered up and paired with the UniFi protect software to see what it’s capable of. Single Use Plastic Some models even deliver two-way audio, giving you a way to speak with visitors remotely. This enhanced audio transfer can help you navigate the little moments where communication is key. The G4 Doorbell , for instance, allows you to speak with people at your door, like neighbors or delivery people, while the G4 Dome offers the same functionality but in a camera that can be deployed in multiple places around your office or home. People are easy to identify and when looking directly at the camera from 15 meters away at night I’m easily able to identify facial features. Having said that though, complex images at night will cause a fair few artifacts to show up in your video recordings. The viewing angle isn’t as wide as I’d have liked but it does still allow you to cover and record footage of a fairly broad area.As everyone knows, first impressions are important. So, let’s get into that. The UniFi G4 Instant hasn’t used excessive amounts of plastic. First Impressions Polycarbonate plastic is used in the construction of the entire unit. This type of plastic is extremely sturdy and durable, it’s not going to break easily. I wanted to test how strong it is. Don’t try this at home, but I took the G4 Instant and dropped it from around 1.5 meters, onto a wooden floor. Here’s an ‘at a glance’ table showing you the key differences between the UniFi G3 and G4 Instant cameras. They’re similar in some ways but in other metrics the G4 is a definitive upgrade. At the front of the camera, not much has changed. It’s under neath where things start to look a little different. To make things weather resistant, they’ve included flap to stop water ingress where the USB-C power cable connects to the camera. It’s a niffty design and it still allows the camera to sit flush on a surface once plugged in. The assumption was that the upgrade between the G3 and G4 Instant was the weather proofing, improved image and the ability to handle colder temperatures.

I really like the design of the camera, if there’s one thing to be said about Ubiquiti, they make some great looking cameras. It’s sleek, clean and really inoffensive. A cameras primary objective is to record video, with design and styling at the bottom of the agenda. It’s great to see a terrific looking camera on the market. UniFi Protect App is simple to use. Are UniFi Cameras Worth It I’m hoping for some big, noticeable improvements over the previous model because there is quite the jump in price. So, let’s get into the review and find out Unifi G4 Instant ReviewSoon, the UniFi Protect camera line will expand into the realm of AI-supported surveillance with the forthcoming AI 360 . Merging the form factor and overhead omniscience of the G4 Dome with the pan-tilt-zoom capability of the G4 PTZ, the AI 360 will instantly rank among our most feature-rich cameras. No matter your needs, there’s a UniFi Protect camera that can meet them. Plus, you’ll never have to sacrifice simplicity for a deep feature set. Each of our cameras can be adopted in minutes and managed fully with the UniFi Protect application (web/ iOS/ Android). The G4 Instant camera is rated IPX5. This means it’s perfectly suitable for outdoor use. Do keep in mind that it’s not PoE and that it requires WiFi. The camera is powered by a USB-C power adapter, which for some strange reason is notoutdoor rated. Which, is a little disappointing to be completely honest. Color, brightness, sharpness, contrast, white balance, exposure control, 2DNR, 3DNR, NR by motion, masking, text overlay I do firmly believe first impressions are incredibly important. I almost instantly know if I’m going to like something in those first few seconds of seeing it in the flesh and the G4 didn’t disappoint,

Alternatively, you could expand your Protect system with several G4 cameras since every model in the line has Smart Detection capability, which allows it to detect passerby and vehicular movement up to eight meters (25 ft) away. To monitor what matters most, you’ll need keen eyes. All Protect cameras are capable of capturing granular details at a high resolution. They also allow you to max out your frame rate while retaining low latency since they’re not Cloud-connected. You’ll always see clearly with a Protect camera, but it’s still important to assess your surveillance area to determine if you need a wider field of view or enhanced zoom capability. Each is engineered to provide high-quality surveillance that satisfies your feature preferences and suits your space. For instance, the G3 Instant camera is wireless and utilizes dual-band WiFi to simplify management and indoor deployment while wired models, like the G4 Dome and G4 PTZ , offer higher resolution and protection from outdoor duress. IPX5 basically means it can resist a consistent low pressure spray of water, aka rain! Basically, you can set this camera up outside exposed completely to rain and it’ll be fine. It’s also rated for freezing temperatures. So those of you who live in colder climates should also be able to make use of this little camera. Design Here’s what we’ve all been waiting for. How does the video performance compare to the G3? Well for starters the G4 records in 2K at 30fps, it isn’t quite twice the resolution but it’s definitley helped improve the image by adding a bit more clarity. Whilst straight lines are more focused and night vision less pixelated.

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The good news is, I didn’t do any damage as Protect was able to discover the camera and within a few short moments it was connected and ready to record. It’s not the worst amount of plastic I’ve seen in a product, a few changes, which wouldn’t be too difficult to incorporate could see it free of all single use plastic. What’s New I’ve got a bunch of Ubiquiti UniFi gear in the office at home so I have a decent understanding of what their usual build quality is like. It’s normally really good and their products are made to last. So, how is the build quality of the G4 instant?

As it hit the wooden floor, it made a fairly horrible crunching noise and I suspected the worse. It didn’t leave any obvious damage to the camera, but had I broken the internals of it? I connected the power cable and opened up the Unifi Protect App. You’ll need to buy a 3rd party weather proof power adapter if you want to have most of the cable exposed to the elements. The AI 360 sports a fish-eye lens, captures 1080p HD video at a silky 30 frames per second, transfers echoless audio, and even comes with two interchangeable lens bubbles for added durability. It will also be equipped with a stronger processor that will greatly enhance its motion detection accuracy.I finally managed to get a hold of one after a few weeks of waiting. So, what is the UniFi G4 instant really like and is it good enough for home and office use? Let’s find out, here’s my full review of the UniFi G4 Instant Camera.