VIGI InSight 8MP dome camera
The TP-Link InSight S285 is an 8MP (3840×2160) outdoor dome camera from TP-Link's premium VIGI InSight range, built on a 1/2.7” progressive scan CMOS sensor with a 2.8 mm or 4 mm fixed lens. At night, IR and white light reach 30 m — switching to full-colour video when people or vehicles are detected, or staying in discreet black-and-white IR.
On-camera AI with People & Vehicle Analytics filters out false alarms from animals, leaves and headlights and runs intrusion, line-crossing, region entering/exiting, object abandoned and object removal detection. A built-in microphone and speaker give two-way audio plus sound and light alarm deterrence. It runs on a single PoE cable (802.3af/at, max 12.3 W) or 12 V DC, records to a microSD card up to 512 GB, and is IP67/IK10 rated for -30 to 60 °C. Use it with a VIGI NVR, the free VIGI App or VIGI VMS — backed by a 3-year Australian warranty.
Do I need a VIGI NVR?No — it records to a microSD card (up to 512 GB) and streams to the free VIGI App on its own. Add a VIGI NVR such as the
VIGI NVR2008H-8MP for continuous hard-drive recording, multi-camera playback and fast AI search.
Will it work with a non-TP-Link NVR?
It supports ONVIF (Profile S/T/G) and RTSP, so it can stream to most ONVIF NVRs and VMS software. Advanced AI events and analytics are best supported on VIGI NVRs and VIGI VMS.
How far can it see at night?
Up to 30 m. You can choose IR (black-and-white), full-colour, or smart mode where white light switches on only when a person or vehicle is detected.
Which lens should I choose?
2.8 mm gives a 110° horizontal view; 4 mm gives an 88° horizontal view. Choose the wider lens for driveways, shopfronts and rooms; choose the longer lens to see more detail further away, such as gates or car parks.
Is it suitable for outdoor use in Australia?
Yes. It is IP67 and IK10 rated and operates from -30 to 60 °C, so it handles heat, dust and heavy rain.
How do I power it?Use a PoE switch or PoE NVR — one Cat6 cable carries power and data (802.3af/at, max 12.3 W). A 12 V DC input is also provided. Our
DS105GP PoE+ switch suits small systems.
Can I view it on my phone?
Yes. The free VIGI App (iOS and Android) gives live view, playback and push notifications. VIGI Cloud VMS and the VIGI PC client are also free.
Will it reduce false alarms?
Yes. Human and vehicle classification ignores animals, moving trees and lighting changes, so alerts focus on real events, and People & Vehicle Analytics lets you search footage by attributes like clothing colour or vehicle type.
Can I talk through the camera?
Yes. The built-in microphone and speaker let you listen and speak through the VIGI App, and trigger the sound and light alarm to deter intruders.
InSight or VIGI C-Series — what is the difference?
InSight is TP-Link’s premium VIGI line with higher-grade sensors, panoramic, motorised and LPR options and advanced AI. Both use the same VIGI App, NVRs and VMS.
