would this be a good camera to use in overcast weather mostly, while moving
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Yes, because its low light function is very good. It does not have the very newest "anti shake" function but I have always doubted those features as being genuinely effective. It does have some weight to it and several hand-holds which will keep it more steady compared to smaller, lighter cameras. It is very rugged and you should be able to find a "rain jacket" for it. It is not short for working inside a car, but does have the weight to help steady it. It records good quality pic...very pro level and oldsters like me still like TAPE recording. Stay away from hurricanes. Yes, because its low light function is very good. It does not have the very newest "anti shake" function but I have always doubted those features as being genuinely effective. It does have some weight to it and several hand-holds which will keep it more steady compared to smaller, lighter cameras. It is very rugged and you should be able to find a "rain jacket" for it. It is not short for working inside a car, but does have the weight to help steady it. It records good quality pic...very pro level and oldsters like me still like TAPE recording. Stay away from... » Read More Yes, because its low light function is very good. It does not have the very newest "anti shake" function but I have always doubted those features as being genuinely effective. It does have some weight to it and several hand-holds which will keep it more steady compared to smaller, lighter cameras. It is very rugged and you should be able to find a "rain jacket" for it. It is not short for working inside a car, but does have the weight to help steady it. It records good quality pic...very pro level and oldsters like me still like TAPE recording. Stay away from hurricanes. « Show Less
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Yes, because its low light function is very good. It does not have the very newest "anti shake" function but I have always doubted those features as being genuinely effective. It does have some weight to it and several hand-holds which will keep it more steady compared to smaller, lighter cameras. It is very rugged and you should be able to find a "rain jacket" for it. It is not short for working inside a car, but does have the weight to help steady it. It records good quality pic...very pro level and oldsters like me still like TAPE recording. Stay away from hurricanes.
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It is not an outdoor cam or weather proof unless maybe you have under a over hand and you would have to have a USB AC power source. You can kinda use it as a back up cam but only if you make sure the screen is on as it shuts off after 3 mins.
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The camera is not weather proof. However, if you can protect it from driving rain through judicious placement such as on a covered porch or under protected eaves, it will do just fine. I have five Foscam cameras and two have been outside for two years. They work flawlessly. They have endured extremes of temperature from below zero to nearly 100 degrees as well as high humidity in the form of fog.
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I've had a series of these cameras and they DO NOT fair well outside. The rubber boot does not fully seal the cat5e and camera connection points. Over the course of a humid summer - the connections will corrode and cause intermittent signal or complete failure. If you're looking for a true outdoor camera - this isn't the right one for you.
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Yes. This is an outdoor weather proof camera and a good value for the price
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If you can find a location that is sheltered and doesn't have large temperature swings throughout the year you would probably be okay. I have 3 of these cameras on my front and back (covered) porches and they have held up great. If you are looking for something you can mount on the side of your house you will want to look elsewhere.
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It is not designed for outdoors and will fail because of the moisture. It is only rated to 95% humidity. If you live in a place like Kona, Hawaii then yes, otherwise no. Unfortunately wireless outdoor cameras are several hundred dollars (like 700). I looked as I would prefer it be outside as well.
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I do not recommend this for outdoor use, it is great for indoor use (do not place next to a window where direct sunlight will hit the lens). There is really no way to protect this from the elements without building something really bizzare to house it. I use the "Agasio A622W Outdoor Wireless Pan/Tilt IP Camera" for outdoor use. It has withstood heat (100 in the shade), rain, ice, snow and extreme cold (below 0) and is working very well
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Hi Tom, I have had this camera under my porch deck since June and no problems, even with weather down to -8.
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I have my webcam inside the house, facing out thru the picture window. I believe the instructions say it's for indoor use. The camera does not look like it's weather resistant.
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You can use in the sun. It really is a great little camera and works well with video too. The only drawback is the battery cover is a bit weird. Likes to pop out. A little tape can fix it though.
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Is not so good outdoors in a long distance but is ok indoors anyway IR in this camera a would rate like ok..
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I have used it indoors on a stormy day to photograph a painting with no outside or interior lights and it did a good job. I have not tried to use it outside in dusk or night conditions.
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I live in WA and had this deployed both in the driveway for rainy weeks and in the woods. I do believe this will be effective in WA for the long run. This is by far the best camera I've purchased in the price range!
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maybe at 30-40 feet on a clear day :-) I do like the camera tho. For what I use it for, it is perfect.
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The camera is weather proof, as long as it is not exposed directly to rain or snow. Mine is mounted under the eaves near the front door and I have not had any problems so far.
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My own operates fine particularly on sunny days. The flash is decent too with clear shots of close subjects. You may have gotten a defective camera.