Updated 24 Aug 2016
D-Link
DCS-5222L
Snapshot: This indoor wireless IP camera can be bought individually. It detects motion and can be remotely accessed on iOS and Android devices and from the internet. But how good is the picture?
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Test results
Overall score
Image quality
Ease of use
Good points
- OK to use.
- Sends emails, but without any photos or video.
- Remote access via iOS, Android and web.
- Motion detection.
- Has an HD camera.
But
- Poor image quality.
- No cloud storage.
How we test
Overall score includes:
Image quality (60%), Ease of use (40%)
Image quality
When assessing how well an IP camera performs we look at its image quality in daylight and low-light conditions. We look at the clarity of the images, the contrast at close range (2m) and a moderate distance (4m). We look at how well they show a person, objects and graphics/text for reading any signage on vehicles or name badges.
Ease of use
Assesses the set-up and use of the camera, including installation, ease of recording and motion detection. We also look at how easy it is to receive alerts when motion is detected. A camera scored higher if it sent an email with a screenshot, but any email or push notification to a mobile was considered good. We also scored cameras on how easy it is to automatically and manually take photos or recordings, irrespective of whether a notification was sent, and how easy it is to store footage to cloud storage.
