Arlo Essential 3 2K Security Camera 2-cam IP security camera Indoor & outdoor Wi VMC3280-100EUS

The comprehensive outdoor security camera that sees more, even in the dark. With clear 2K video, colour night vision and a built-in spotlight, capture every detail and deter intruders before they get close. Pair with Arlo Secure (sold separately) for smarter AI detection that recognises people, vehicles, animals, parcels and fire, so you only get alerts that matter. Easily installed with dual-band Wi-Fi, the camera also features two-way audio and a built-in siren for instant response. A wide 130 field of view keeps more of your home covered, while Arlo Secure features (sold separately) like Activity Zones let you focus on what's important. Stream live video anytime, or access cloud recordings in the app with an Arlo Secure plan.

Clear 2K picture, day and night
Crisp 2K video and colour night vision give you a clear view of what's happening, even in the dark.

Get smart alerts, not false alarms*.
Advanced AI spots people, vehicles, animals, parcels, and even fire, so you only get alerts that matter.

Capture the detail that matters.
With a 130 field of view and 12x zoom, you won't miss a face, plate, or movement.

Stop threats before they get close.
Built-in siren and spotlight scare off intruders the moment they're detected.

No blind spots
Mix and match with indoor, outdoor, PTZ cameras to cover every corner, with no blind spots

Talk or deter in real time
Use two-way audio to greet visitors, give instructions, or warn off trespassers from anywhere.

Control what your camera sees.
Highlight key areas to watch with activity zones* and block out private spaces with custom privacy zones.

Features


Clear 2K picture, day and night


Get smart alerts, not false alarms*.


Capture the detail that matters.


Stop threats before they get close.


No blind spots


Talk or deter in real time


Control what your camera sees.



Lens system


Zoom capability

Yes


Detect distance

7.5 m


Lens diameter

1.4 cm


Digital zoom
x



Other features


Warranty period

2 year(s)



Security


Video motion detection

Yes


Built-in siren

Yes



Management features


Cloud-managed

Yes



Design


Country of origin

Vietnam


Product colour

White


Weatherproof

Yes


Mounting type

Ceiling/wall


Form factor

Dome



Weight & dimensions


Length

59.5 mm


Height

93.4 mm


Width

53 mm


Depth

53 mm


Weight
9.5 g



Packaging content


Mounting brackets included

Yes


Memory card included

No


Packaging content

(2) Arlo Essential Security Camera, (2) Wall Mount & Screw Kits, (1) Indoor Charging Cable, (1) Quick Start Guide, (1) Security Decal


Mounting kit

Yes


Drilling template included

No


Manual

Yes


Screws included

Yes


Number of cameras

2



Video


Maximum resolution
40 x 2560 pixels


Frame rate

24 fps


Total megapixels

4 MP



Network


Wi-Fi

Yes


Live view

Yes



Camera


Lens viewing angle, vertical

60


Horizontal field of view (thermal module)
0



Performance


Languages support

Danish, German, Dutch, English, Spanish, Finnish, French, Italian, Norwegian, Swedish


Type

IP security camera


Day/night mode

Yes


Placement supported

Indoor & outdoor


Virtual assistant

Amazon Alexa / Google Home / Apple HomeKit


Built-in light

Yes


Light exposure modes

Auto, Manual


Auto-tracking

No


Remote viewing

Yes


Connectivity technology

Wired & Wireless


Plug and Play

Yes



Audio


Audio system

2-way


Built-in microphone

Yes


Audio detection

No


Built-in speaker(s)

Yes



Power


Power source type

PoE, USB



Packaging data


Package height
4 mm


Package depth
0 mm


Package width
0 mm


Package type

Box


Package weight

740 g