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Manufacturer codeEDS5250
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About the EnGenius EDS5250
EnGenius EDS5250 is listed in the security cameras category. The recorded specifications include type: IP security camera; placement supported: Outdoor; maximum resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels; night vision: Yes. This entry covers manufacturer code EDS5250. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
For EnGenius EDS5250, the recorded details include type: IP security camera; placement supported: Outdoor; maximum resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels. Use these facts to narrow a shortlist, then compare the reviewers’ findings on the features that matter for your use.
- Type
- IP security camera
- Placement supported
- Outdoor
- Maximum resolution
- 1920 x 1080 pixels
- Night vision
- Yes
- Night vision distance
- 25 m
- Connectivity technology
- Wired
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EnGenius EDS5250 specifications
Manufacturer code: EDS5250 · Icecat product 31575070 · Checked 22 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Type | IP security camera |
|---|---|
| Placement supported | Outdoor |
| Maximum resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Night vision | Yes |
| Night vision distance | 25 m |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Water and dust resistance (IP rating) | IP66 |
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Audio & listening1 detail
| Noise reduction | Yes |
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Processor, memory & storage3 details
| Supported graphics resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (HD 1080) |
|---|---|
| Frame rate | 30 fps |
| Built-in HDD | No |
Camera, image & video9 details
| Camera shutter speed | 1/2.5 - 1/10000 s |
|---|---|
| Optical sensor size | 25.4 / 2.7 mm (1 / 2.7") |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Fixed focal length | 2.8 mm |
| Total megapixels | 5 MP |
| Video compression formats | H.264, M-JPEG |
| Image quality adjustment | Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness |
| Video motion detection | Yes |
| Number of cameras | 1 |
Printing, scanning & paper1 detail
| Progressive scan | Yes |
|---|
Connections & wireless8 details
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
|---|---|
| Ethernet interface type | Fast Ethernet |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.3af |
| Supported network protocols | IPv4, TCP, UDP, DHCP, NTP, DNS, DDNS, SMTP, FTP, HTTP, PPPoE, UPnP, NFS/Samba client, QoS/DSCP, RTP, RTSP, 3GPP |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Interface | RJ-45 |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) | Yes |
Controls & features5 details
| Alarm input/output | Yes |
|---|---|
| Active tampering alarm | Yes |
| Reset button | Yes |
| WPS push button | Yes |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | -20 - 50 °C |
Design & dimensions6 details
| Form factor | Bullet |
|---|---|
| Mounting type | Ceiling |
| Product colour | Silver |
| Housing material | Metal |
| Password protection type | User |
| Weight | 336 g |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Pre |
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Further product details22 details
| Day/night mode | Yes |
|---|---|
| Infrared (IR) cut-off filter | Yes |
| Remote viewing | Yes |
| Weatherproof | Yes |
| Minimum illumination | 0 lx |
| Field of view (FOV) angle | 120° |
| LED type | IR |
| Number of illumination LEDs | 12 |
| Full HD | Yes |
| Flip & mirror | Yes |
| Time stamp overlay | Yes |
| Text caption overlay | Yes |
| Cabling technology | 10/100Base-T(X) |
| Quality of Service (QoS) support | Yes |
| Alert notification type | |
| Web-based management | Yes |
| Firmware upgradeable | Yes |
| Remotely operated | Yes |
| Cable management | Yes |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 80% |
| Diameter | 4.5 cm |
| Length | 185 mm |
Packaging & supplied accessories1 detail
| Cables included | LAN (RJ-45) |
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What is the listed placement supported for EnGenius EDS5250?
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