Imagine a night when a stranger walks past your property and you have no proof. The TP-Link INSIGHT S455 gives you clear, reliable video so you never miss a detail. It is an outdoor, wired IP security camera designed for ceiling mounting. If you worry about theft, vandalism, or simply want to watch who comes and goes, this camera solves that problem with sharp images and smart alerts.
TP-Link INSIGHT S455, IP security camera, Outdoor, Wired, 80 m, 120 dB, Ceiling
Many people install cheap cameras that blur in low light or cannot tell a person from a car. That leads to missed events and wasted storage. The INSIGHT S455 fixes this by offering true wide dynamic range, human and vehicle classification, and powerful night vision. It sends you instant push notifications when motion is detected, so you can act fast. The wired PoE connection guarantees stable power and bandwidth, removing the hassle of batteries or Wi-Fi drops.
Benefits
- Clear 5 MP images even in bright sun or total darkness.
- Smart analytics separate people from vehicles, reducing false alarms.
- 120 dB dynamic range keeps details visible in high-contrast scenes.
- H.265+ compression saves bandwidth and storage up to 57 %.
- Two-way audio lets you hear and speak through the camera.
Usages
The camera fits on any ceiling of a storefront, parking lot, or warehouse. Use it to monitor entry doors, loading docks, or outdoor patios. It works well for small businesses that need to record deliveries, for schools watching playgrounds, and for homeowners who want a reliable view of their garden or driveway. Because it is weatherproof (IP67) you can leave it outside year-round without worry.
Key Features
- 120 dB dynamic range with True WDR for balanced lighting.
- Smart IR adjusts infrared light to avoid glare up to 80 m.
- 3D DNR reduces noise while keeping details sharp.
- Human & vehicle classification for accurate alerts.
- 5 MP sensor (1/2.7") with 105.4 diagonal view.
- 1080p and 2880 1620 video options, H.264/H.265+ compression.
- PoE power (12 W) and optional 12 V DC input.
- MicroSD slot supports up to 512 GB for local storage.
- Built-in microphone and speaker for two-way talk.
- HTTPS encryption, IP filtering, and push notifications for security.
Specifications
| Performance |
| Dynamic range |
120 dB |
| Remote viewing |
Yes |
| Day/night mode |
Yes |
| Infrared (IR) cut-off filter |
Yes |
| Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) |
Yes |
| Maximum operating distance |
80 m |
| Connectivity technology |
Wired |
| Placement supported |
Outdoor |
| Type |
IP security camera |
| Design |
| Weatherproof |
Yes |
| International Protection (IP) code |
IP67 |
| Protection features |
Waterproof |
| Housing material |
Metal |
| Product colour |
White |
| Mounting type |
Ceiling |
| Form factor |
Turret |
| Camera |
| Camera shutter speed |
1/3 to 1/10000 |
| Tilt angle range |
0 - 90° |
| Lens viewing angle, diagonal |
105.4° |
| Lens viewing angle, vertical |
46° |
| Lens viewing angle, horizontal |
88° |
| Minimum illumination |
0 lx |
| Image sensor |
| Progressive scan |
Yes |
| Optical sensor size |
25.4 / 2.7 mm (1 / 2.7") |
| Sensor type |
CMOS |
| Lens system |
| Fixed focal length |
4 mm |
| Identify distance |
8 m |
| Maximum aperture number |
1.6 |
| Fixed focus |
Yes |
| Recognize distance |
16 m |
| Observe distance |
33 m |
| Detect distance |
80 m |
| Night vision |
| LED type |
IR/White |
| Night vision |
Yes |
| Video |
| Back Light Compensation (BLC) |
Yes |
| Bit rate |
Main Stream: 256 Kbps to 6 Mbps, Sub-Stream: 64 Kbps to 512 Kbps |
| Bit rate control |
Constant Bit Rate (CBR)/Variable Bit Rate (VBR) |
| Digital Wide Dynamic Range (DWDR) |
Yes |
| Highlight Compensation (HLC) |
Yes |
| Image quality adjustment |
Brightness, Contrast, Mirror, Saturation, Sharpness |
| Video recording |
Yes |
| Supported graphics resolutions |
1280 x 720 (HD 720), 1920 x 1080 (HD 1080), 2048 x 1280, 2304 x 1296, 2688 x 1520, 2880 x 1620 |
| Video compression formats |
H.264, H.264+, H.265, H.265+ |
| Total megapixels |
5 MP |
| Maximum resolution |
2880 x 1620 pixels |
| Audio |
| Bit rate range |
0 - 64 Kbit/s |
| Built-in microphone |
Yes |
| Number of microphones |
1 |
| Sample rate |
8 kHz |
| Audio formats supported |
G.711 A-law |
| Audio output channels |
1.0 channels |
| Audio input channels |
1.0 channels |
| Audio system |
2-way |
| Built-in speaker(s) |
Yes |
| Network |
| Live view |
Yes |
| Supported network protocols |
TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, HTTP, HTTPS, DHCP, DNS, RTSP, NTP, UPnP UDP, SSL/TLS, FTP/SFTP, RTP, IPv4, IPv6, ARP |
| Networking standards |
IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at |
| Bluetooth |
No |
| Wi-Fi |
No |
| Ethernet LAN |
Yes |
| Storage |
| Maximum memory card size |
512 GB |
| Compatible memory cards |
MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Ports & interfaces |
| DC-in jack |
Yes |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports |
1 |
| Security |
| Alert notification type |
Push notification |
| HTTPS encryption |
Yes |
| IP address filtering |
Yes |
| Mirror |
Yes |
| Motion sensor |
Yes |
| Video motion detection |
Yes |
| Password protection |
Yes |
| Built-in siren |
Yes |
| Management features |
| Reset button |
Yes |
| Cloud-managed |
Yes |
| Web browser |
Yes |
| Web-based management |
Yes |
| Power |
| DC output voltage |
12 |
| Power consumption (Power over Ethernet (PoE)) |
12 W |
| Power consumption (max) |
11 W |
| Power source type |
DC, PoE |
| Operational conditions |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) |
0 - 95% |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) |
0 - 95% |
| Storage temperature (T-T) |
-40 - 60 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
-30 - 60 °C |
| Weight & dimensions |
| Weight |
480 g |
| Length |
111 mm |
| Height |
83.7 mm |
| Width |
111 mm |
| Packaging data |
| Package type |
Box |
| Supplier features |
| Manufacturer |
TP-Link |
| Packaging content |
| Manual |
Yes |
| Drilling template included |
Yes |
| Screws included |
Yes |
| Mounting kit |
Yes |
| Number of cameras |
1 |
| Other features |
| Maximum resolution |
2880 x 1620 pixels |
