EmpireTech Security Wired Camera 4MP 1/1.8" CMOS Ultra Low...
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Watch out for: potential-manipulation
Last analyzed: February 2026
Total Reviews
78
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Verified
81%
Good
Amazon Rating
4.4
Original rating
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Analysis Summary
- LIMITED ANALYSIS (16 reviews) With only 16 recent reviews available, we can only detect the most obvious manipulation patterns.
- However, we found concerning patterns that suggest possible review manipulation. Issues Found: 375% are 5-star but 31% are 1-star reviews.
- This polarization is suspicious even with limited reviews. Recommendation: With limited recent reviews, also check older reviews manually and look for products with more reviews if possible.
Customer Reviews from Amazon
Most Helpful Review
"I bought these cameras thinking they would be similar to the 5442 cameras I had purchased in 2022. Unbeknownst to me, the housing and mount was changed for the worse.The old housing style is on the left, and the new style is on the right. The old style was a 3 piece design, where everything was held together by a security torx screw. When the screw was tightened, everything was locked up and the camera could not be moved or adjusted. It was simple to install, had a small footprint, and was rock solid.The new style is larger and uses a mounting plate with a lever. It is also more expensive than the old style, probably to account for the added complexity of the housing and mount. The lock screw is a Phillips now, and it does not lock up the camera ball, so it can still be repositioned after it is locked. This is a terrible design because it allows somebody to easily change the cameras direction, and there is no good way to lock the camera ball into place.The picture quality is still much better than the old style, but it seems like such a regression in the mounting. Keep it simple. It's more of a pain to install now than before, and it's bulkier. Go back to the old housing please."
kyle
These cameras are awesome. I have several of these and the empire tech bullet cameras…
These cameras are awesome. I have several of these and the empire tech bullet cameras around my property. High quality video and supports a sub stream. Works perfectly with Frigate and go2rtc. Night vision is excellent and the mic is surprisingly good.je
The camera is really great day and especially at night. I do plenty of research…
The camera is really great day and especially at night. I do plenty of research on cameras before purchasing them because I want them to be a one-time purchase. This camera is amazing for its price. The large sensor size really excels at night. The camera size is fairly small and unobtrusive. This package also came with many accessories that most sellers do not include; quick start guide in English, surface mounting plate, positioning sticker, wall anchors with screws, and waterproofing housing for the ethernet connector.Seller is one that I have bought from directly and on Amazon. One of the best sellers out there, knowledgeable and I trust.nw engineer guy
This is a step above the low end of IP cameras. Full-featured with many high-end…
This is a step above the low end of IP cameras. Full-featured with many high-end camera control in software with ONVIF, works directly with PC/Chrome. I have it connected to a NVR, and get to the control panel via PC. This does not have PTZ or zoom but the image quality is excellent. Smart detection works. The top feature is that it works with very low ambient light.Yes, you should spend more and get this as long as you don't need PTZ or Zoom and can benefit from better night time vision! This is about 2X the price of a cheap fixed lens camera.michael c
I will buy the old version until it is gone, I have over a dozen…
I will buy the old version until it is gone, I have over a dozen cameras of this shape, I will not buy the S3, it has plain Phillips screws and a more 'busy' shape that attracts more looks...scott arnold
I hooked this camera up to a Samsung/Hanwha Techwin HRX-1620 DVR and was able to…
I hooked this camera up to a Samsung/Hanwha Techwin HRX-1620 DVR and was able to connect it with either ONVIF or RTSP. This is my first IP camera and I've immediately fallen in love with IP cameras powered with PoE/PoE+. No more having to custom order video cables and power supplies like I had to with analog cameras, and the framerate is not as limited either. It's got a built in web server so you can configure it over the network, which is awesome (on analog cameras, you usually have to fiddle with a little joystick thing using a usually terrible OSD menu). It has a good number of configuration options. In particular, this camera has excellent night vision capability; it does have a B/W night time mode, but you can configure it to stay in color mode 24/7 and it still works very well in very low light conditions, which is what I was looking for. I'm impressed.clint johnson
The media could not be loaded. First, kids and dogs makes growing grass here very…
The media could not be loaded. First, kids and dogs makes growing grass here very hard! Luckily this isn't about my yard. This camera was a replacement for a previous dome camera that was showing its age and lack of AI motion detection. The video is high quality and the wide range of adjustments available in the camera settings makes it perfect no matter the scene. Quality ONVIF integration also means it works flawlessly with Blue Iris and my Home Assistant integrations. Being able to set the sub-stream at 1080p also allows even better quality 24/7 recording while balancing my storage retention requirements and still being able to get higher quality when smart motion detects people in my back yard. I have a few more cameras to upgrade and this will be my main choice for most locations. Others will be receiving the 8MP version of this camera or the 24/7 color but this camera is definitely a great value for quality to price.What Customers Talk About
Commonly Praised
Review Quality Analysis
Review quality helps identify authentic customer feedback. Longer, detailed reviews (50+ words) typically indicate genuine experiences, while high percentages of short reviews (under 20 words) may suggest incentivized or fake feedback.
Average Words
112
✓ Detailed reviews
Long Reviews
38%
✓ Good engagement
Short Reviews
6%
✓ Low brief reviews
Review Length Distribution
Authentic vs Brief Reviews
Average Word Count Gauge
Benchmark: 30 words = moderate, 50+ words = detailed & authentic
112
avg. words per review
Interpretation: Strong indicators of authentic, detailed customer feedback.
Review Velocity
Review velocity tracks how quickly reviews are posted. Steady, gradual accumulation is natural, while sudden spikes or bursts (20+ reviews in a single day) may indicate incentivized campaigns or coordinated activity.
Average Per Day
0.01
Natural pace
Max in One Day
1
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Steady Velocity Detected
Reviews posted at a consistent, natural pace over time — typical of organic customer feedback.
Rating Breakdown
This chart shows how customers rated EmpireTech Security Wired Camera 4MP 1/1.8" CMOS Ultra Low.... Products with authentic reviews typically show a bell curve with most ratings in the 3–4 star range. A heavily polarized distribution — many 5★ and 1★ with few middle ratings — can be worth investigating further.
Key Findings
375% are 5-star but 31% are 1-star reviews. This polarization is suspicious even with limited reviews.
Warning Flags
potential-manipulation
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