The EufyCam S3 Pro Camera Kit Is $150 Off Right Now

THE EufyCam S3 Pro dual camera kit with HomeBase 3 has now fallen to $399.98 from $549.99, and price trackers shows that this is the lowest he has reached so far. This is still a premium setup, but this drop makes it easier to consider if you’re already planning to invest in a system for the long term. You get two 4K outdoor cameras and the HomeBase 3 hub, which manages local storage and system controls. This means no monthly fees are required, since your images stay on the device locally instead of being transferred to the cloud.

Low-light performance is where the S3 Pro sets itself apart from most cameras in this range. Eufy’s MaxColor Vision processes images in real time, using AI with a wide f/1.0 aperture and larger sensor to capture more detail. In practice, this means nighttime footage looks closer to daytime than the usual grainy black-and-white clips. There are also built-in spotlights to help when the scene is too dark, although they are not always necessary, note this. ZDNET Review.

During the day, the camera records in 4K, which is useful when you want to zoom in on faces or license plates. Motion detection is another strong point. The system can differentiate between people, pets and vehicles and effectively limits false alarms. It can even recognize familiar faces through HomeBase 3, so notifications can identify who’s been seen instead of just reporting motion. That said, you may still need to fine-tune the detection areas, especially if the camera has a clear view of a busy street.

Living with the system essentially requires not intervening. Each camera has a built-in solar panel and a 13,000 mAh battery, and Eufy claims that an hour of sunlight a day can keep it running all year round. This removes the need for regular charging in most configurations. You also get two-way audio, weather resistance, and a siren through the hub if you want a more active deterrent. On the other hand, while the cameras record in 4K, if you use them (or plan to) in an Apple ecosystem, the resolution drops to 1080p and requires an iCloud subscription, reducing the appeal of free.