Reolink Argus MagiCam

Reolink Argus MagiCam, packshot

Idéal pour : Idéale comme petite caméra d’appoint alimentée par USB ou piles AA, avec stockage continu sur carte microSD.

En bref : Les utilisateurs Reddit apprécient surtout son format compact, son alimentation flexible et son prix jugé accessible. Ils signalent toutefois une autonomie très variable et des restrictions importantes pour la détection animale, le streaming et l’enregistrement continu centralisé.

Note de consensus

5.5/10

#8 sur 26 · Caméras de surveillance

selon Reddit

Score de sentiment41 % positifs
Positifs17
Neutres6
Négatifs18

Au-delà de ce modèle, la marque Reolink (toutes gammes) recueille 34 % d'avis positifs sur 886 utilisateurs Reddit. Ce signal marque ne compte pas dans la note du modèle ci-dessus.

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Points forts

Fiabilité éprouvée

7 1

« I was going to use some Blink 2K cameras but the MagiCam will work. » Voir l’avis

« I got the MagiCam because it's perfect for our use case. » Voir l’avis

« I have two MagiCams inside the house, like them. » Voir l’avis

Points faibles

Application perfectible

2 6

« I bought two but sent them back as they didn't have RTSP when wired. » Voir l’avis

« Wish it had ONVIF streaming like the doorbells while plugged in for interoperability with Synology, Frigate, etc » Voir l’avis

« The big downside for me is that there doesn't seem to be a way to disable the auto-off. » Voir l’avis

Détection peu fiable

1 2

« Not having Animal detection is a huge CON. » Voir l’avis

« I say that about all battery cameras, but this even more so due to the low video quality (only 1024Kbps bit rate) and it's slower than other battery cameras when waking up from sleep. » Voir l’avis

Installation contraignante

1 5

« When the USB is plugged in, without base, is becomes awkward to keep in one direction. » Voir l’avis

« Was also disappointed that the included base was not magnetic itself. » Voir l’avis

« I would have needed it but pehaps I can just attach my own magnet to it » Voir l’avis

CritèreNote /10Ce qu'en dit le consensus
Fiabilité5.4Les avis vont d’un fonctionnement stable à des connexions lentes, des gels d’image et des passages hors ligne.
Autonomie3.9Les piles AA amovibles et l’alimentation USB offrent de la souplesse, mais l’autonomie réelle varie fortement selon l’activité et le type de piles.
Prix4.8Le tarif initial paraît compétitif, mais les cartes microSD nécessaires à chaque caméra peuvent alourdir le coût.
Image6.0L’image est souvent jugée correcte ou meilleure qu’attendu, mais limitée pour la surveillance principale et les sujets très proches.
Détection3.0La détection des personnes convainc, tandis que la reconnaissance des animaux en mode batterie reste confuse et souvent défaillante.
Installation3.1Le petit format et la fixation magnétique plaisent, même si le support peut imposer des vis ou des adaptations.
Application1.7Les utilisateurs Reddit apprécient le client PC et certaines intégrations, mais critiquent les bugs, les délais de connexion et l’absence de RTSP direct.
Utilisation sans abonnement4.2La détection humaine ne requiert pas d’abonnement, mais l’enregistrement continu ne peut pas être centralisé sur un Home Hub ou un NVR.
Mis à jour le Comment on calcule

Avis Reddit

42 avis analysés · Positifs 17 Neutres 6 Négatifs 18 · 29 auteurs affichés

  • Trevsweb 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

  • livingwaterRed 🇬🇧

    3 commentaires analysés

    r/reolinkcam · Any Reolink Argus MagiCam review?

    I have two MagiCams inside the house, like them. There aren't many reviews I know of, here's one: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBtEft1ZAfU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBtEft1ZAfU)

    Intérieur
    r/reolinkcam · Argus MagiCam review

    Thanks much for the review to help others lean about the MagiCam. I have two, like them. They are in my basement but only have them on when I'm away from home overnight.

    Intérieur
  • Joey-T99 🇬🇧

    2 commentaires analysés

    r/reolinkcam · Solar Panel for Argus MagiCam?

    Be aware, the MagiCam does not have Animal Detection when powered with the batteries. Animal Detection is only enabled when powered with an AC adapter. But, I would assume powering the cam with a power bank would "trick" it into believing it was in AC mode, and would enable Animal detection. In theory you need a "pass-through" power bank that can power the camera while also being charged. The standard power banks won't except a charge while powering a camera. I have been looking for an affordable pass-through power bank but have not been able to find one. This turn-key solution on Amazon might also work. [https://www.amazon.com/Orayafid-Security-Rechargeable-MultiInterfaces-Waterproof/dp/B0DBPFP7KR/ref=pd\_ci\_mcx\_mh\_mcx\_views\_0\_title?pd\_rd\_w=asS8V&content-id=amzn1.sym.781fe6e1-9487-4a74-b81e-5a879e5ec273%3Aamzn1.symc.c3d5766d-b606-46b8-ab07-1d9d1da0638a&pf\_rd\_p=781fe6e1-9487-4a74-b81e-5a879e5ec273&pf\_rd\_r=DJAFC2FJKQ73GD5BFRG0&pd\_rd\_wg=pIDOx&pd\_rd\_r=d1ef0c57-3e3f-4c2c-aa4a-d2dfcde30a29&pd\_rd\_i=B0DBPFP7KR&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/Orayafid-Security-Rechargeable-MultiInterfaces-Waterproof/dp/B0DBPFP7KR/ref=pd_ci_mcx_mh_mcx_views_0_title?pd_rd_w=asS8V&content-id=amzn1.sym.781fe6e1-9487-4a74-b81e-5a879e5ec273%3Aamzn1.symc.c3d5766d-b606-46b8-ab07-1d9d1da0638a&pf_rd_p=781fe6e1-9487-4a74-b81e-5a879e5ec273&pf_rd_r=DJAFC2FJKQ73GD5BFRG0&pd_rd_wg=pIDOx&pd_rd_r=d1ef0c57-3e3f-4c2c-aa4a-d2dfcde30a29&pd_rd_i=B0DBPFP7KR&th=1) Instead of the MagiCam, you could also try the Lumus Pro. It can also be powered with a 5V 1/2 amp power powerbank.

  • mblaser 🇬🇧

    14 commentaires analysés

    r/reolinkcam · Any Reolink Argus MagiCam review?

    I'll be posting a brief one late next week. Even though they've been available for several weeks now, the "official" release date is June 8th, so I was told to wait until then to post a review. If you have any specific questions, feel free to ask. I'll give you a general preview of my review: It's a very versatile and useful little camera, I have two and will probably get more because I can think of many uses for them. However, I would never use them as a primary security camera. I say that about all battery cameras, but this even more so due to the low video quality (only 1024Kbps bit rate) and it's slower than other battery cameras when waking up from sleep. It will be great for lots of little non-security projects, or as a supplement to powered cameras.

    Sans fil / batterie
    r/reolinkcam · Solar Panel for Argus MagiCam?

    I don't believe it can use one directly because when it's plugged into wall power it's not capable of charging the batteries, so it's safe to assume the same is true of solar power. Now putting a power bank between the two is probably feasible. One thing I was concerned about is if it's plugged into direct power, a power bank in your case, then does the camera stay awake non-stop. If it did then you might have to worry about it draining the power bank. However, I just tested mine by plugging it into power and then watched its sleep/awake status in HomeAssistant, and it does in fact still go to sleep, so that would be good for your situation. That's as long as you have continuous recording off. If you turn that on then of course it would never go to sleep. By the way, regarding the battery life, I'm in the middle of running battery drain tests with different types of batteries. My first test was with NiMH rechargeables and it lasted about 12 days. I'm now in the middle of testing regular old alkaline batteries and they're looking about the same, maybe a little bit less. This testing is with about 30-40 motion triggers per day on average. Next I'm going to test lithium batteries (Energizer Ultimate Lithium), which I'm sure is how they get the 9 month claim, but even then that's probably with only a few triggers per day.

    r/reolinkcam · Argus Magicam now available at $57

    I just got mine today. Yes, it can record to an NVR, but not 24/7, only motion. That's the same whether running off of battery or plugged in. Same thing goes with the Home Hub. It can only record 24/7 to SD card.

    r/reolinkcam · Argus MagiCam just listed on site, not available yet though

    Oh! I missed that! Nice find once again. That's the first time they've ever done that with a battery camera. That's pretty awesome, I may be getting more of these than I originally thought. EDIT: Here's their article on how power modes work on it: [https://support.reolink.com/hc/en-us/articles/52800140962969-Learn-How-Reolink-Power-Modes-Work/](https://support.reolink.com/hc/en-us/articles/52800140962969-Learn-How-Reolink-Power-Modes-Work/)

    r/reolinkcam · Reolink Argus MagiCam: Practical Use Cases

    Depends on what type of battery you're using. In my testing alkalines and rechargeable Ni-MH batteries lasted about 3 weeks. Lithium batteries last much longer, but I don't know exactly how long because they haven't died yet. They're at about 5 weeks so far.

    r/reolinkcam · Any Reolink Argus MagiCam review?

    >They could have designed it to use two Eneloop batteries It can use rechargeable batteries. I have Eneloops in one of mine in fact. It just can't charge them while in the camera. It can use alkaline, rechargeable NiMh, and lithium. Lithium give the longest performance.

    Sans fil / batterie
    r/reolinkcam · Any Reolink Argus MagiCam review?

    No, you can't use a solar panel on the Magicam. When you attach a solar panel to a battery camera it doesn't power the camera directly, it's trickle charging the camera's battery. Remember that this runs off of 2 household AA batteries, not a Li-ion battery pack like the rest of their battery cameras do. The Magicam doesn't have the capability to charge AA batteries, which is essentially what the solar panel would be attempting to do.

    Sans fil / batterie
    r/reolinkcam · Solar Panel for Argus MagiCam?

    Even without testing it I can tell you things at 4" are going to be blurry and out of focus unless you put a macro lens adapter over its lens. I know I'm stating the obvious here, but these are security cameras, so they're meant for viewing things at the very minimum a few feet away. The only way around that is to get a camera that has manual focus (which would be any of their cameras with optical zoom) or to add a macro lens. I made a Reolink bird feeder and found that even the manual focus wasn't quite enough, I still needed the macro lens also: [https://www.reddit.com/r/reolinkcam/comments/1foffdp/i\_made\_a\_reolink\_bird\_feeder\_camera/](https://www.reddit.com/r/reolinkcam/comments/1foffdp/i_made_a_reolink_bird_feeder_camera/) (You can see a direct comparison about 2/3 of the way down, right above the videos section) ...... Right before I was about to click submit on this comment I got to thinking... I should actually test this just to make sure what I'm saying holds true with this camera. So I just grabbed the closest thing that had text on it (instructions from our new cat litter robot lol) and held it about 4" in front of the Magicam's lens: [https://i.vgy.me/hc3KWp.jpg](https://i.vgy.me/hc3KWp.jpg) Then I remembered I have a spare macro lens adapter from that bird feeder project, so I put that on the Magicam and put that same sheet in front of it: [https://i.vgy.me/UvLRY9.jpg](https://i.vgy.me/UvLRY9.jpg) Side by side: [https://i.vgy.me/XaUJkT.jpg](https://i.vgy.me/XaUJkT.jpg) By the way, the macro lens adapter I'm using is Wyze's: [https://www.amazon.com/Wyze-Macro-Close-Wildlife-Stunning/dp/B0F1Y2VYTH](https://www.amazon.com/Wyze-Macro-Close-Wildlife-Stunning/dp/B0F1Y2VYTH)

    r/reolinkcam · Argus Magicam now available at $57

    It can be added to HA if going through a Hub or NVR, just like all their other battery cameras. It does have a manual record toggle in HA that forces it to start recording, so yes you should be able to trigger that with an automation.

    r/reolinkcam · Solar Panel for Argus MagiCam?

    Well, it's premature to compare it to the Blink with lithium batteries. Lithium batteries will last much longer than NiMH or alkaline. I just haven't gotten to that test with the Magicam yet. I will say that I won't be using this as a battery camera based off of the tests so far unless the lithium batteries really do last 6 months or more. They're too expensive to be replacing every 1-2 months lol.

  • CanisMajoris85 🇬🇧

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  • ian1283 🇬🇧

    3 commentaires analysés

    r/reolinkcam · Argus MagiCam review

    I have tested the MagiCam using a 27000 mAh powerbank to see how long it would last on continuous power. According to the spec on the powerbank its 3.7V which means its 99.9 W hours and just falls under the IATA limit for carry-on devices allowed on planes. Anyway, the MagiCam lasted 158 hours on a single PB charge recording continuously to an onboard sdcard which means usage of approx 0.63 watts. Unfortunately the continuous stream cannot be sent to a NVR or HomeHub but rather only to the cameras sdcard. I'm now using rechargeable LION 1.5V batteries which are rated for 3600 mWh. Regular MiMH rechargeable batteries are 1.2V. After 7 days with an average of 20 minutes usage per day according to the battery stats its still showing 100% set to a working mode of "Smart Power Mode". That's very encouraging for extended usage.

    Sans fil / batterieStockage local
    r/reolinkcam · Any Reolink Argus MagiCam review?

    Whilst it does not support a solar panel, you can run it from rechargeable batteries. I've tried a pair of IKEA LADDA AA 1.2V and LI-ON 1.5V AA rechargeable batteries which have worked ok. Unfortunately you cannot charge them in situ. It can also be run from a USB powerbank which allows continuous operation and that bypasses the internal battery. So strangely enough you can externally power and it will fall back to the internal batteries when the pack runs out of juice. More on that next week.

    Sans fil / batterie
  • Specialist-Owl-52 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

    r/reolinkcam · Argus MagiCam review

    Im trying them out to keep an eye my grandma when she’s home alone. I was going to use some Blink 2K cameras but the MagiCam will work.

    Intérieur
  • Nicodareus 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

    r/reolinkcam · Argus MagiCam review

    Great review! I got the MagiCam because it's perfect for our use case. We do a lot of long road trips, and we always take our dog with us. Since we mainly stay in hotels, we wanted to check on our dog when we're not able to take him out for an adventure or to a restaurant. Since it will be powered and connected to our travel router, we'll at least be able to check on him for our peace of mind (though we believe he's usually just sleeping on the bed).

    IntérieurSans fil / batterie
  • nargcz 🇬🇧

    3 commentaires analysés

    r/reolinkcam · Solar Panel for Argus MagiCam?

    considering how much capacity nimh have 12 days is appropriate, i have tapo c400 and its have 5500mAh batery and with 2 days full of movement detection and recording +5 days without movement (over week), i am currently maybe at 14 days with 65% batery left, i ask someone who have it, and he tell me, constantly full movement recording will drain battery in 5 days

  • ShakataGaNai 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

  • MrTewills 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

    r/reolinkcam · Argus MagiCam review

    Cool enough for basic camera. Elementary in appearance and performance. When the USB is plugged in, without base, is becomes awkward to keep in one direction.

    Installation facile
  • oceans_wont_freeze 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

    r/reolinkcam · Argus MagiCam review

    Awesome review. Just got a set of these for monitoring the kitties in their hiding spots as well. Definitely not primary security but incredibly versatile. Was also disappointed that the included base was not magnetic itself. I was curious about recording to the NVR as I have it on order and you answered the question. Thanks.

    IntérieurStockage local
  • 907Postal 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

    r/reolinkcam · Argus MagiCam review

    I got them to replace some Blink outdoor cams. Ties in locally to HA was the main reason I switched. I want to be alerted if I got moose around the back sides of the house so I know its safe for the dog. Battery life is gonna be interesting.

    Détection IADomotiqueSans fil / batterie
  • FarBox400 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

    r/reolinkcam · Argus MagiCam review

    I love that it's designed to accept NiMH batteries! Wish it had ONVIF streaming like the doorbells while plugged in for interoperability with Synology, Frigate, etc

    DomotiqueSans fil / batterieStockage local
  • Johnny5alv 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

    r/reolinkcam · Reolink HomeHub Pro + E1 Pro cameras stuck in reboot loop (even wired). Standalone Wi‑Fi now broken too.

    Hi I briefly had the camera working as a standalone yesterday. It said the firmware was up to date. However, that doesn't even work now. Homehub is up to date. The argus magician I have is working fine with the homehub If you mean factory reset by holding the reset button located under the lens for 10 seconds, yes I have done this a number of times trying to get it to work. Jon

  • MarketyMarky 🇬🇧

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    r/reolinkcam · Reolink Argus MagiCam: Practical Use Cases

    I bought one and mounted mine on a stake as a "Mole cam". I stick it in the lawn where my moles are most active and as soon as I see movement (while I'm working at my computer) I run out and go after them. The big downside for me is that there doesn't seem to be a way to disable the auto-off. I don't care about battery life. I want the camera to stay active for a couple of hours at a time. For that reason I wouldn't buy it again.

  • SkipjackUK 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

    r/reolinkcam · Reolink Argus MagiCam: Practical Use Cases

    anyone have issue with the android app when ccessing the settings on this model, it just times out. the app works fine for the 6 other reolink cameras i have, just not this model. makes it almost unusable, cant even connect in options long enough to update. the weird thin is the live preview video works fine but just cant tweak the settings via the menu

  • CrabApprehensive223 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

    r/reolinkcam · Solar Panel for Argus MagiCam?

    Im using 1 Magicam on batteries and it does detect animals. The batteries don’t last long as advertised even though I lowered sensitivities for all..! I will have to get a long extension usb cord to power it with AC adapter.

  • GrabCompetitive4538 🇬🇧

    3 commentaires analysés

    r/reolinkcam · Any Reolink Argus MagiCam review?

    Except for the Atlas range, it seems this is the only Cam supporting 1-minute post-recording. Even the larger-battery Argus series cameras can be only configured for up to 30 secs of post-recording.

    Sans fil / batterie
  • kacook007 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

    r/reolinkcam · Any Reolink Argus MagiCam review?

    I bought the kit with the home hub mini. So far I wish I had bought another brand. The first hub was broken (button on front wouldn’t work). After days of back and forth, it was finally replaced by Reolink. Once connected (which takes a lot of patience—sloowwwww!), they have a decent picture…if you can get them to connect. I have the 4 cameras in my MIL home to help watch over her in her advanced age. Connecting to them takes forever. Once connected, they will play sketchy for a few seconds and then just freeze. I have good internet, no interference and a very small apartment. The hub is no further than 20 feet from any camera (3 with direct line of sight to the hub. NOT IMPRESSED! I have been trying different settings (2.4 vs 5g, moving the hub around, etc). Help forums say to change from Clear to Balanced in the app, but I have yet to find this in the 4.60.1.3 build.

    Installation facileIntérieurSans fil / batterie
  • rpgwizard 🇬🇧

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  • PurrciousMetals 🇬🇧

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  • Both-Salt-5917 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

    r/reolinkcam · Just got a MagiCam and someone said hello

    3 days something is insanely wrong, huge user error. i had blink mini which is kind of the same concept, the reviewers would all lie and say the battery life was shorter than the claimed 6 months, wrong, it lasted over 2 yrs for me, maybe 5 yrs i dont remember, on the same set of lithium energizers. in very heavy traffic. 3 days is absolutely not possible. no debate on that. even recording 24/7. altho i do get reolink is not blink, they still are clearly similar cameras.

  • emvxl 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

    r/reolinkcam · Just got a MagiCam and someone said hello

    Being where we live with wildlife, it lasted for a little over 3 days. Not ideal. So I moved it inside the garage with the USB C cable powering it. I replaced it with a Reolink Solar Floodlight Cam and that has been working very well. Even on the few cloudy days, it still manages to charge the unit to 100%. Have on my had it for a week and so far I'm happy with it. I want a few more MagiCams to replace my Wyze Cams when the MagiCams become available again.

  • lomediga 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

    r/reolinkcam · Argus Magicam now available at $57

    Thanks for the tips.  I pre-ordered, it arrived quickly. Works great.  I understand from other posts that it can only be powered by USB-A, so I have ordered an adapter to use it with a USB-C port. 

  • gafonid 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

  • arbiTrariant 🇬🇧

    1 commentaire analysé

    r/reolinkcam · Solar Panel for Argus MagiCam?

    Thanks for the detailed response. 12 days! That is pretty poor battery life. I'm looking to replace my Blink Outdoor Gen 3 due to the subscription cost but that would go months on 2 lithium AA batteries.

  • plump-lamp 🇬🇧

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  • Idahoroaminggnome 🇬🇧

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Questions fréquentes

Peut-elle enregistrer en continu ?

Selon les utilisateurs Reddit, elle peut enregistrer en continu lorsqu’elle est alimentée par USB. Cet enregistrement reste toutefois limité à la carte microSD intégrée, pas au Home Hub ni au NVR.

Quelle autonomie attendre avec les piles AA ?

Les retours Reddit sont très variables, de quelques jours avec beaucoup de sollicitations à plusieurs semaines avec un usage modéré et des piles adaptées. Les utilisateurs considèrent généralement les annonces de plusieurs mois comme peu représentatives d’un usage réel.

Détecte-t-elle correctement les animaux ?

Le consensus Reddit est défavorable en mode batterie, les animaux étant souvent classés comme simple mouvement ou mal étiquetés. La détection des personnes reçoit en revanche des retours plus convaincants lorsqu’elle est configurée seule.

Fonctionne-t-elle avec RTSP ou Home Assistant ?

La caméra ne fournit pas directement de flux RTSP, ce qui gêne les utilisateurs de Frigate ou de Synology. Une intégration à Home Assistant est néanmoins rapportée via un Home Hub ou un NVR, avec des flux de durée limitée.