Imou Cruiser 2 - 3K

Name: Imou Cruiser 2 - 3K
Brand: Imou

Rotating 5 MP camera with 30 m night vision and human or vehicle detection.

Manufacturer reference IPC-GS7EP-5M0WE-IMOU

73 /100 Its best score: the best resolution, rated "good" on its category’s scale.

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What the Imou Cruiser 2 - 3K is worth

The Imou Cruiser 2 is an outdoor IP security camera with a spherical head, mountable on ceiling or wall. It records in 2880 x 1620 pixels with a 5 MP CMOS sensor, captures 30 frames per second and offers 8x digital zoom. Night vision reaches 30 m, pan rotation covers 340° and tilt extends to 90°. The IP66 housing withstands weather, connection runs via Ethernet or Wi-Fi 6, and a 110 dB siren completes the setup.

It achieves an overall score of 72/100. The 5 MP resolution scores 75/100, above the market median. The 30 m night vision earns 70/100, matching the observed average. Fluidity at 30 frames per second also rates 70/100, in line with the segment reference.

Smart detection distinguishes people and vehicles, cutting false alerts. The two-way audio system combines microphone and speaker. The microSD slot accepts up to 256 GB of local storage. The 102° diagonal angle covers a wide area, PTZ control tracks movement, and the mobile app manages the camera on Android or iOS.

This model suits monitoring an entrance, yard or car park where rotation, targeted detection and climate resistance matter. It addresses those seeking broad coverage, storage without mandatory subscription and built-in sound alarm.

What the spec sheet says

Outdoor IP security camera
CMOS 25.4 / 2.7 mm (1 / 2.7") 5 MP 2880 x 1620 pixels
Wired & Wireless Ethernet LAN Wi-Fi
Night vision 30 m
Digital zoom: 8x
Spherical Ceiling/wall
IP66 Weatherproof
White
423 g

Its scores, criterion by criterion

Scores out of 100, calculated from the datasheet and compared with the market. The full method is public.

Resolution Good

5 MP · category median: 4 MP

Night vision Good range

30 m · category median: 20 m

Smoothness Smooth

30 fps · category median: 30 fps

Documents

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EU GARAN Label PDF 148.4 KB EU GARAN Label (nested) PDF 28.2 KB Product Brochure PDF 235.7 KB User manual PDF 16.8 MB

Specifications

Performance 6

Type IP security camera

Placement supported Outdoor

Connectivity technology Wired & Wireless

PTZ control Yes

Antenna type External

Antennas quantity 2

Design 6

Form factor Spherical

Mounting type Ceiling/wall

Product colour White

Housing material Plastic

International Protection (IP) code IP66

Weatherproof Yes

Camera 7

Camera pan control Yes

Camera tilt control Yes

Lens viewing angle, horizontal 85°

Lens viewing angle, vertical 42°

Lens viewing angle, diagonal 102°

Tilt angle range 0 - 90°

Pan range 0 - 340°

Image sensor 3

Sensor type CMOS

Optical sensor size 25.4 / 2.7 mm (1 / 2.7")

Progressive scan Yes

Lens system 4

Number of lenses 1

Zoom capability Yes

Digital zoom 8x

Lens diameter 3.6 mm

Night vision 2

Night vision Yes

Night vision distance 30 m

Video 4

Maximum resolution 2880 x 1620 pixels

Total megapixels 5 MP

Video compression formats H.264, H.265

Frame rate 30 fps

Audio 3

Built-in speaker(s) Yes

Audio system 2-way

Built-in microphone Yes

Network 6

Ethernet LAN Yes

Wi-Fi Yes

Bluetooth No

Ethernet interface type Fast Ethernet

Wi-Fi standards 802.11g, 802.11b, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)

Frequency band 2.4 GHz

Storage 3

Built-in HDD No

Compatible memory cards MicroSD (TransFlash)

Maximum memory card size 256 GB

Ports & interfaces 1

Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports 1

Security 6

Built-in siren Yes

Siren noise level 110 dB

Video motion detection Yes

Alert notification type Text alert message

Intelligent Video Surveillance (IVS) system features Human detection, Vehicle detection

Configurable region Yes

Management features 1

Reset button Yes

Power 4

Power source type DC

Power consumption (typical) 12 W

DC output voltage 12

DC output current 1 A

System requirements 1

Mobile operating systems supported Android, iOS

Weight & dimensions 4

Width 110.4 mm

Depth 128.8 mm

Height 132.7 mm

Weight 423 g

Sustainability 2

Sustainability compliance Yes

Compliance certificates UKCA, CE

Packaging content 7

Number of cameras 1

Screws included Yes

Manual Yes

AC adapter included Yes

Anchors included Yes

Mounting template Yes

Waterproof connector Yes

Technical details 1

Legal guarantee 3 year(s)

Who this model suits

It’s for you if

Your first criterion is the resolution: it happens to be its best score.

You want a good score on the night vision, above its category average.

You prefer a model tracked across several merchants, to buy at the right time.

Skip it if

Its lowest score is on the smoothness: skip it if that is decisive for you.

Frequently asked questions

Answers drawn from this model’s datasheet.

Yes, it carries IP66 certification, which guarantees full protection against high-pressure water jets and dust. You can install it outdoors without risk.

Yes, it features PTZ control with 0 to 340° pan and 0 to 90° tilt. You adjust the lens from the Android or iOS mobile app.

The diagonal field of view reaches 102°, with 85° horizontal and 42° vertical. Night vision covers 30 m, and human or vehicle detection avoids false alerts.