Ring recently released the Wired Pro version of its Floodlight Cam. So, how does the new version compare to the original Floodlight Cam?
You can find out in this comparison guide between these two security cameras.
Quick Summary
When compared to the Ring Floodlight Cam, the new Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Pro adds support for 3D Motion Detection, Audio+, Bird’s Eye View, HDR and dual-band Wi-Fi. The Cam Wired Pro also features a wider vertical field of view, brighter floodlights and louder siren.
On the other hand, the older Floodlight Cam is better at tolerating extreme temperatures when compared to the newer model. Not to mention that the Ring Floodlight Cam is also more affordable when compared to the Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Pro.
Overall, however, the Floodlight Cam Wired Pro has more and better features if you are looking for the best security camera out of this group.
Floodlight Cam vs. Floodlight Cam Wired Pro Comparison Chart
You can take a look at Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the two floodlight cameras below.
| Ring Floodlight Cam | Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| What’s in the Box | Floodlight Camera Mounting Bracket Installation Tool Screws User Manual Security Sticker | Floodlight Camera Wired Pro Mounting Bracket Installation Tool Screws User Manual Security Sticker |
| Color Options | Black White | Black White |
| Dimensions | 11.00 in x 8.25 in x 7.00 in (or 28.00 cm x 21.00 cm x 17.80 cm) | 12.82 in x 7.77 in x 8.50 in (or 32.60 cm. x 19.75 cm. x 21.70 cm) |
| Mounting Options | Wall Ceiling | Wall Ceiling |
| Power Supply | Hardwired (110-240 VAC) | Hardwired (100-240V) |
| Video Resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| HDR? | No | Yes |
| Night Vision | Black and White | Color |
| Field of View | 140 Degrees Horizontal and 78 Degrees Vertical | 140 Degrees Horizontal and 80 Degrees Vertical |
| Lights | 2x 3000 Degrees Kelvin with 1800 Lumens floodlights | 2x 3000 Degrees Kelvin with 2000 Lumen floodlights |
| Motion Detection Features | Standard Motion Detection Customizable Motion Zones | 3D Motion Detection Bird’s Eye View Customizable Motion Zones |
| Audio Features | Two-Way Talk Noise Cancellation | Two-Way Talk Audio+ Advanced Noise Cancellation |
| Siren Features | Remote-Activated 105 dB | Remote-Activated 110 dB |
| Wi-Fi Connection | 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi connection at 2.4 GHz | 802.11 b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi connection at 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz |
| Recommended Internet Upload Speed | 2 Mbps | 2 Mbps |
| Ring App Features | Connected Devices Live View Privacy Control Real-Time Notifications Safety Alerts Security Control | Connected Devices Live View Privacy Control Real-Time Notifications Safety Alerts Security Control |
| Ring Protect Benefits | Extended Warranty and 10% Off Flexible Payment Options People Only Mode Record and Capture Rich Notifications | Extended Warranty and 10% Off Flexible Payment Options People Only Mode Record and Capture Rich Notifications |
| Weather Resistance? | Yes | Yes |
| Operating Temperature Range | -22°F to 120°F (or -30°C to 48.5°C) | -5°F to 118°F (or -20.5°C to 48°C) |
| Warranty | 1-year limited warranty | 1-year limited warranty |
| Pricing | Check price on Amazon.(#CommissionsEarned) | Check price on Amazon.(#CommissionsEarned) |
What’s in the Box
You can check out the content included inside each box for the two products below:
Ring Floodlight Cam:
- Floodlight Camera
- Mounting Bracket
- Installation Tool
- Screws
- User Manual
- Security Sticker
Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Pro:
- Floodlight Camera Wired Pro
- Mounting Bracket
- Installation Tool
- Screws
- User Manual
- Security Sticker
Color Options
The Ring Floodlight Cam and Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Pro are both available in black and white colors.
Dimensions
The newer Floodlight Cam Wired Pro is slightly bigger overall when compared to the Floodlight Cam.
You can find the measurements for the two outdoor security cameras below:
- Floodlight Cam: 11.00 in x 8.25 in x 7.00 in (or 28.00 cm x 21.00 cm x 17.80 cm)
- Floodlight Cam Wired Pro: 12.82 in x 7.77 in x 8.50 in (or 32.60 cm. x 19.75 cm. x 21.70 cm)
Mounting Options
You can mount both of these floodlight cameras on a wall or ceiling.
Power Supply
Both devices need to be hardwired for power.
You can find the power supply requirements below:
- Floodlight Cam: Hardwired (110-240 VAC)
- Floodlight Cam Wired Pro: Hardwired (100-240V)
Video Resolution
When it comes to the capture video resolution, both of the cameras in this versus showdown are capable of 1080p recording.
HDR
The Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Pro is the only one of the two to support HDR.
For the uninformed, HDR (High Dynamic Range) provides more color accuracy when compared to the normal SDR (Standard Dynamic Range).
Night Vision
When it comes to night vision, the Ring Floodlight Cam uses standard night vision, which means that it will capture video in black and white.
The Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Pro uses color night vision, which will capture a lot more colors, providing better clarity as a result.
Field of View
As for the field of view, the Floodlight Cam Wired Pro has a slighter wider vertical field of view when compared to the older Floodlight Cam. The horizontal FoV is identical for both products.
You can find the field of view specs for the two security cameras below:
- Floodlight Cam: 140 Degrees Horizontal and 78 Degrees Vertical
- Floodlight Cam Wired Pro: 140 Degrees Horizontal and 80 Degrees Vertical
Lights
When it comes to brightness, the newer Wired Pro version of the Ring Flash Cam can get brighter than the original model.
You can find the brightness specifications below:
- Floodlight Cam: 2x 3000 Degrees Kelvin with 1800 Lumens floodlights
- Floodlight Cam Wired Pro: 2x 3000 Degrees Kelvin with 2000 Lumen floodlights
Motion Detection Features
The Floodlight Cam features advanced motion detection where you will be able to customize motion zones to trigger the video capture.
The Floodlight Cam Wired Pro uses 3D Motion Detection, an even more advanced detection feature that will trigger video capture based on distance.
The new model also uses Bird’s Eye View, which provides an aerial map view that tracks the person, animal or object when it triggered the video capture. Lastly, the Wired Pro also features customizable motion zones.
Audio Features
The Ring Floodlight Camera features two-way talk with noise cancellation.
The Ring Floodlight Camera Wired Pro also features two-way talk although it uses Audio+ for even more advanced noise cancellation.
Siren Features
The Floodlight Cam and Floodlight Cam Wired Pro are equipped with remote-activated siren.
At 110 dB, the Cam Wired Pro is louder than the original model, which has a 105 dB siren.
Wi-Fi Connection
When it comes to the Wi-Fi connection, the Cam Wired Pro uses a newer Wi-Fi 5 with dual-band support. As a result, you will get a faster and more consistent connection when compared to the older model.
You can find the supported Wi-Fi for each camera below:
- Floodlight Cam: 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi connection at 2.4 GHz
- Floodlight Cam Wired Pro: 802.11 b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi connection at 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz
Recommended Internet Upload Speed
The recommended internet upload speed for the two security cameras in this comparison is 2 Mbps.
Ring App Features
The two cameras are controlled using the Ring App.
With this smartphone app, you will get real-time notifications and safety alerts. You can also customize the security and privacy controls in addition to being able to directly control any connected devices. Last but not least, you will get a live stream view of what the camera is currently capturing.
You can find a list of supported Ring App features below:
- Connected Devices
- Live View
- Privacy Control
- Real-Time Notifications
- Safety Alerts
- Security Control
Ring Protect Benefits
Both products can also be used with the Ring Protect plan. This paid service offers the following benefits:
- Extended Warranty and 10% Off
- Flexible Payment Options
- People Only Mode
- Record and Capture
- Rich Notifications
Weather Resistance
Both the Floodlight Cam and Floodlight Cam Wired Pro are weather resistant.
Operating Temperature Range
The older Floodlight Cam can tolerate a wider range of extreme temperatures when compared to the new model.
You can take a look at the operating temperature ranges below:
- Floodlight Cam: -22°F to 120°F (or -30°C to 48.5°C)
- Floodlight Cam Wired Pro: -5°F to 118°F (or -20.5°C to 48°C)
Warranty
The Ring Floodlight Cam and Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Pro each comes with a 1-year limited warranty.
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