2021 Review: Best Bird Box Cameras of the Year

As the end of 2021 is drawing nearer, finally it’s time for Annual Review. In this blog, we’ll have a comprehensive review of the bestsellers of the year. An in-depth analysis of each type of bird box camera in Green Backyard, ranging from viewing angle to type of connection.

Bird box cameras are a fantastic tool to capture the wild birds and animals in your garden to investigate the secret worlds of backyard creatures without over-interference. The opportunity to watch nesting birds is a true blessing for every birder, from casual birdwatchers to serious twitchers. The bird box cameras are relatively affordable and easy to set up – various models and price ranges to suit every need and budget.

Product of the Year [2021 Review]

Best outdoor camera for nest boxes: Outdoor WiFi Bird Box Camera

Best budget bird box camera kit: Birdhouse with WiFi Camera

Best with wired connection: Outdoor PoE Wired IP Bird Box Camera

Best for easy installation: TV Bird Box Camera with HDMI Converter

Best camera for wildlife monitoring: Long Range Wireless Outdoor IP Bird Box Camera

A Comprehensive Review of Best Bird Box Cameras:

In this section, we’re gonna have an in-depth analysis of the bestsellers/products of the year in the following aspects: resolution, viewing angle, storage, night vision, type of connection, software configuration, etc.

Outdoor WiFi Bird Box Camera-Best Outdoor Nest Cam

Specifications:

Resolution: 3MP Ultra HD

Viewing Angle: 120°

Illuminators: Daytime & Infrared LEDs

Type of Connection: Wireless

Watching Devices: Smartphone, Tablet & PC

Water Resistance: IP66-rated

Storage: Onboard Storage with SD Card

If you have already had a birdhouse installed in your backyard and have no plan to set up another one, then a camera kit is always a good option. The most obvious advantage of using a wireless bird box camera is that it can stream the video directly to the devices connected to your WiFi network, eliminating additional network cabling. But image degradation may be possible when suffering bandwidth fluctuation.

This outdoor WiFi bird box camera is designed to work with most standard-sized nest boxes – easy to install with the included bracket and screw pack. It employs a 2.5mm wide-angle lens to capture fully-detailed images in vibrant color – ideal for use in enclosures. This outdoor WiFi bird box camera is one of the very few models that support dual lighting, i.e. daytime and infrared LEDs to illuminate the birdhouse in low-light conditions. The metallic antenna also secures better network performance and durability.

Once configured through the iCSee app, you can watch live feeds either on a smartphone or tablet. Continuous video recording with a MicroSD card (sold separately, 64/128GB) allows you to playback the recorded footage anytime.

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Birdhouse with WiFi Camera

Specifications:

Resolution: 1080P Full HD

Viewing Angle: 102°

Illuminators: Invisible Infrared LEDs

Type of Connection: Wireless

Watching Devices: Smartphone, Tablet & PC

Water Resistance: Not Available

Storage: Onboard Storage with SD Card

Installing a camera into an existing nest box isn’t always an easy task. The biggest advantage of buying a bird box camera bundle is that the accompanying birdhouse is specially designed to work with the camera. It’s a perfect option for beginner birdwatchers or someone looking to update their current setup.

The wireless bird box camera features a 2.8mm lens which produces a 102° viewing angle. Quick 2.4GHz WiFi connection and fast network setup via mobile APP on iPhone, Android & tablets allow you to monitor backyard birds anytime, anywhere around the world. 24/7 live stream video (1080p) can be shared with loved ones via the iCSee app. The infrared LEDs will automatically kick in when the environment is dimmed. Real-time alerts on mobiles whenever motion detection is triggered.

Please note that this wireless bird box camera is not inherently waterproof, extra protection is required in outdoor deployments. Frequent water/moisture ingress might cause a short circuit.

The cedar birdhouse is suitable for a variety of birds including chickadees, blue jays, robins, etc., naturally resistant to rot, decay and insect infestation. The predator guard prevents large birds and predators from invasion. The air vents on the bottom help improve water drainage and air ventilation. Birdhouse shipped pre-assembled, sold in bundles, now at a bargain price.

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Outdoor PoE Wired IP Bird Box Camera

Specifications:

Resolution: 5MP Ultra HD

Viewing Angle: 120°

Illuminators: Invisible Infrared LEDs

Type of Connection: Wired

Watching Devices: Smartphone, Tablet & PC

Water Resistance: IP66-rated

Storage: Manual Recording to iCSee App or Third-party Decoder

The outdoor PoE wired IP bird box camera is a more reliable solution to stream live feeds over the Internet with little interference and image degradation, using a single Ethernet cable to transmit data and power. No need to worry about being out of WiFi coverage. But there’s a potential downside that you have to find a way to run the cable back to your house.

This outdoor PoE wired IP bird box camera features industry-leading video clarity and color reproduction with an invisible night vision function to secure round-the-clock live streaming to your watching devices. High-resolution images (5MP) along with true-to-life audio. When all the natural light fades, the camera will auto-switch to infrared LEDs for nighttime filming. Message notification is available at every trigger event.

It’s an ideal solution for professional bird/wildlife photography. Please note this outdoor PoE wired IP bird box camera doesn’t support SD card storage but you can record the video to the app manually or use a third-party software for local storage.

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TV Bird Box Camera with HDMI Converter

Specifications:

Resolution: 1080p Full HD

Viewing Angle: 120°

Illuminators: Invisible Infrared LEDs

Type of Connection: Wired

Watching Devices: TV, HDMI & VGA Monitors

Water Resistance: IP66-rated

Storage: Hard Drive Disk or DVR

The TV bird box camera is super senior-friendly, featuring a simple plug-and-see installation. Using the included HDMI converter, you’re able to watch live feeds on TV, HDMI or VGA monitors without complicated software configuration. A 20m 3-in-one cable is also included.

This TV bird box camera is equipped with no-glow infrared LEDs, automatically switching to night vision mode in low-light conditions. You can watch true 1080p images on TV, which is normally unavailable in other models. Plus, no additional speaker is demanded for audio output. A highly sensitive microphone is incorporated for audio recording.

It’s a low-budget solution that brings you closer to wild birds and animals. It’s inexpensive yet fully functioned, ideal for beginner birdwatchers. Although this bird box camera doesn’t have an SD card slot, you can use a hard drive disk for storage or manage multiple cameras at a time with a DVR.

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Long Range Wireless Outdoor IP Bird Box Camera

Specifications:

Resolution: 3MP Ultra HD

Viewing Angle: 120°

Illuminators: Invisible Infrared LEDs

Type of Connection: Wireless

Watching Devices: Smartphone, Tablet & PC

Water Resistance: IP66-rated

Storage: Manual Recording to iCSee App or Third-party Software

This long-range wireless outdoor IP bird box camera is suitable for observing wildlife outside your backyard, ideal for long-distance deployments, especially in nature research and wildlife monitoring. Market-leading Xtreme WiFi technology secures the long-range signal transmission of up to 800 meters. The best choice for experienced birdwatchers and wildlife lovers.

The long-range bird box camera employs a 2.5mm wide-angle, adjustable lens that gives you the best possible perspective inside the nest box while maintaining high-quality color images and clear audio. The invisible infrared LEDs help to deliver crisp black & white images at night without emitting glaring flashes.

Easy to access the footage on the app remotely from anywhere in the world once connected to the home WiFi. Working together with motorcycle batteries, this long-range bird box camera can be installed in places where there is no existing electrical infrastructure.

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