Cam Slim VS Gen 2 Sonoff Comparison
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Today, let’s compare the two currently available Sonoff cameras for less than €30 from all our affiliated retailers. I’d like to thank Domadoo and Itead for providing me with this equipment.
Sonoff Cam Slim Gen 1
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Buy Now out of IteadThe Slim FHD camera is the brand’s first camera. It works with Wi-Fi.
Both cameras also work with Wi-Fi.
The box contains:
- Instructions
- The camera
- A mounting sticker
- Screws and wall plugs
- A 50cm USB-C cable
The Slim camera is very well packaged. On the front, we find:
- 2 infrared lights but very discreet
- A blue operating light
- A microphone
- A motion sensor
The Sonoff Slim Cam has the following video specifications:
- 1920x1080p FHD capture
- Infrared sensor
- 2-way audio
- Motion sensor
On the back:
- You’ll find the USB(C) power port
- As well as the speaker
The camera easily detaches from the mount, giving you access to the SD card for future storage.
The mount is well made, rotating 360°. This mount is quite heavy and easily weighs down the camera.
Pros of the Sonoff Slim Camera
- Product quality
- Price (around €30)
- High resolution
- 130° wide angle
- Ewelink compatible
- RTSP support (ideal for Frigate-type NVRs)
- Motion detection
- Stable camera support
Cons of the Sonoff Slim Camera
- Old pairing
- No AI detection
- Short USB-C cable
- No zone settings
Features Cam Slim S-cam
| CAM Slim Bundle | S-CAM |
| Model | CAM Slim |
| Video Compression Standard | H.264 |
| Input | 5VDC 1A |
| Wi-Fi | IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz |
| Resolution | 1080P |
| Camera Plan | https://itead.cc/camera-plan/ |
| Working Temperature | -10°C~40°C |
| Lens Aperture | F2.3 |
| Wide Angle Lens | 130° |
Sonoff Cam Slim Gen 2
The Sonoff CAM Slim Gen 2 camera comes with:
- Instructions
- A drilling template
- Screws and wall plugs
- A 2m USB-C cable
- A Gen 2 camera
The packaging is optimized for the camera, you’ll find:
- A blue LED indicator light
- A microphone
- Speakers under the camera
- Note the absence of an infrared LED (a plus for nighttime discretion)
Continuing with the images, the Gen 2 Slim Cam features:
- an easy-to-access reset button
- a QR code to facilitate pairing
- an SD card slot
- a second speaker on the back
- screw mounting slots under the bracket
The Gen 2 Slim Cam differs from the Slim Cam thanks to its intelligent detection of human presence. In case of detection, a notification will be sent. This is a plus but not mandatory. Because if you don’t use the official app, but an NVR manager like Frigate, it already manages AI detections for all types of cameras.
Pros of the Sonoff Slim Gen 2 Camera
- Product quality
- Price (less than €30)
- High resolution 1920x1080px FHD
- Ewelink compatible
- **RTSP **support (ideal for Frigate-type NVRs)
- Motion detection
- Human presence detection
- A 2m USB-C cable
- Lower price than the Slim Cam
- Camera sleep mode
- Ability to configure zones
- Modern QR code pairing
Cons of the Sonoff Slim Gen 2 Camera
- Unstable stand
- No wide angle
- No double-sided sticker mounting
Features of the Slim Gen 2 Cam
| Model | CAM-S2 |
| Input | 5V⎓1A |
| Working temperature | -10°C~40°C |
| Lens focal length | 3.8mm |
| Camera pixels | 2 million pixels |
| Resolution | 1920×1080 |
| Interface type | Type-C |
| Wi-Fi | IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz |
| Lens aperture | F2.0 |
| Storage methods | Cloud storage and TF card (Max.128GB for TF card) |
| Color | White |
Differences
Despite similar dimensions, the cases are quite different. Note that the Slim Cam’s mount is larger but more practical.
Regarding the most significant physical differences, the mount is in the Slim Cam. The Slim Cam is round, while the Gen 2 is square.
Regarding the image, the Sonoff Cam Slim has a 130° wide angle which is interesting for small rooms with little space. The image from it is less colorful/contrasted than the Gen 2.
the Ewelink app
Sonoff cameras are compatible with the Ewelink app, but they also work with “OK Google” and “Alexa.” Plus, the RTSP mode opens these cameras to many other systems.
Well, like the rest of the Wifi range, if you want to use this product you will need to download the Ewelink application available on android and Apple Store.
More informations on Qrcode
This QRcode allows you to download the Ewelink app directly for Android or Apple you have the choice between scanning this QRcode from your smartphone or clicking directly on the link below.
App Ewelink for Smartphone
To begin, pair the Slim Cam using:
- A sound command to configure the network’s Wi-Fi.
- You can also manually connect to the camera’s Wi-Fi to find it in the Ewelink app and configure it.
This is the old pairing method.
Pairing the Slim Cam Gen 2 is done using a QR code, which is much simpler.
The Ewelink camera management interface is intuitive and works perfectly, as I’ve already discussed in various articles. Ewelink is a Sonoff product, and the app is very well designed.
The functions are numerous and varied, you can:
- Update the firmware
- Change the name
- Share the camera
- Create smart scenes
- Turn the blue LED on or off (the Gen 2 will be completely discreet at night)
- Store in the cloud
- Set up motion detection (enable/disable, type, create zones (Gen 2 only), adjust sensitivity, duration, enable push notifications)
- Set up local recording on SD card
- Rotate the image
- More settings (adjust sound, microphone volume, sleep time (Gen 2), set RTSP protocol, set privacy zones (Gen 2), enable watermark, set date and time (Cam-Slim) and reboot the system)
- Set up Wi-Fi
- Enable night vision (auto, on, off)
- Enable the alarm
Below are 4 screenshots for RTSP setup (important features available for both cameras). You can even generate a handy RTSP link to find the exact address of the connection generated based on your local address and password.
Which One to Choose?
The features of both cameras are relatively similar. The image quality is identical (the Gen 2 version) has higher contrast**. The dimensions are relatively similar. Both are RTSP compatible.
- If you’re interested in a wide-angle camera, then the Slim Cam is for you.
- If support and stability are important, then the Slim Cam is for you.
- If infrared LEDs don’t bother you, the Slim Cam is for you.
If you’re interested in a camera that captures human detection, then the Gen 2 is for you. If you want a camera that’s ultra discreet at night, then the Gen 2 is for you. If you need to set up active zones in Ewelink, then the Gen 2 is for you.
If you want to put your camera into hibernation then the Gen 2 is for you.
Conclusion
Sonoff currently offers two cameras: the FHD Slim Cam and the cam Slim Gen2. These two cameras are high-quality, and the integration with the Ewelink environment is perfect and very comprehensive. If you want to secure the interior of your home, then these two cameras are for you. I still have a preference for the Slim Gen 2 Cam.
In short, these two cameras are sold for around €30, and for the price, you’ll be completely won over.
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