








Motion Detection & 20× Digital Zoom
Say goodbye to the unwanted alarms triggered by moving branches or flying bugs. With advanced human/vehicle detection, the camera identifies true threats in the light of cutting-edge detection algorithms, giving you the utmost peace and relief.
Auto Tracking & Smart Siren
When the Foscam PD5 camera detects human motion, it will focus and follow the moving person, making sure the person are always in the picture and ensuring more focused and reliable home security.
Remote Pan & Tilt Control
With a 355° pan & 90° tilt, almost covering 360° of view without blind zone. The home security camera allows you to view your world from every angle and can follow the moving person automatically. Keep track of intruders.
Dual-Band WiFi Connection
Foscam PD5 camera has dual-band Wi-Fi, which means you can pair it with either 2.4G Hz or 5G Hz network. It reduces connection time and simplifies the setup process. Connecting a 5G Hz network strengthens the connection while also preventing signal interference. Also support Wi-Fi 6 ensures superfast, lag-free streaming with high stability.
Two-Way Audio
Foscam PD5 support two-way audio with built-in mic and speaker, you can communicate with welcomed guests and get rid of unwanted guests no matter where you are.
What's in the Box:
- 1 x Foscam PD5
- 1 x QSG
- 1 x Screws
- 1 x Power Adapter
- 1 x Positioning Sticker

Customer Questions & Answers
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Does the PD5 camera have an email push feature like other Foscam Cameras?
Yes, it has an email push feature. Please download our Foscam VMS software on our official website to set it. Here's the setting method below,
Step 1: Setup the email service settings.
Step 2: Setup the Motion Alarm Trigger Settings Navigate to Settings -> Alarm -> Motion Detection 1) Check the “Enable” Option -> 2) Choose “Send E-mail” for the alarm action 2) Set the Detection Area, set the Schedule. 3) Do not forget to click “Save” after the settings are completed.
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Do I have to subscribe to the cloud service to use the camera?
No, cloud service is not required. You can save clips in your Micro SD card or FTP. And you can lively view the camera anytime when connected to the internet.
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Can we configure it with my computer or desktop?
Sure, you can. And we suggest our customer use Foscam VMS software that can be downloaded on our website.
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How can I know the original password of my camera?
No password is needed. You can configure it with our Foscam APP directly without a password the first time. A new password is needed when the installation is done.
ITEMS | PD5 | |
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Spotlight | Color temperature | 6500K |
Image Sensor | Sensor | High Definition Color CMOS Sensor |
Display Resolution | 5.0MegaPixels(3072*1728) | |
Min. Illumination | 0 Lux (With IR Illuminator) | |
Lens | Lens Type | f:4mm; F1.6 |
Angle of view | Horizontal:90.7° Diagonal : 106° Vertical:48° |
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Video | Image Compression | H.264+/H.264 |
Image Frame Rate | Max 25fps (5MP), downward adjustable | |
Resolution | 5MP(3072*1728) 1.5M/25 fps, 1080P(1920*1080)1M/25fps, 720P(1280*720)1M/15fps | |
Stream | Dual Stream | |
Image Adjustment | The hue, brightness, contrast, saturation and sharpness are adjustable | |
Flip image | flip and mirror | |
Infrared Mode | Automatic and manual |
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Pan/Tilt Angle | Pan:355° / Tilt:90° |
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Night visibility | With 8pcs Infrared-LEDs and spotlights, Manual and automatic modes, when the white light is on, the night vision image is colored | |
Audio | Input/Output | Built-in mic and speaker, supports full duplex 2-way Audio |
Audio Compression | PCM/AAC | |
Siren | Supports maximum 110dB alarm siren | |
Network | Ethernet | One 10/100Mbps RJ45 port |
Wireless Standard | 2.4G/5G dual band, IEEE802.11b/g/n/ax (2.4GHz), IEEE802.11a/n/ac/ax(5GHz) | |
Remote Access | P2P | |
Wireless Setup | Supports Bluetooth connection + QR Code | |
Network Protocol | IP, TCP, UDP, SMTP, FTP, DHCP, RTSP | |
System Requirements | Operating System | Microsoft Windows (Foscam VMS), Mac OS (Foscam VMS), Android (Foscam app), IOS (Foscam app) |
Other Features | Auto Tracking | Yes |
Motion Detection | Alarm via E-Mail, FTP and Foscam app when an event is detected | |
Sound Detection | Alarm via E-Mail, FTP and Foscam app when an event is detected | |
Human Detection | Alarm via E-Mail, FTP and Foscam app when an event is detected | |
Vehicle Detection | Alarm via E-Mail, FTP and Foscam app when an event is detected | |
WDR | Improve image clarity in complex scenario | |
User Accounts | Three levels user role | |
Zoom | 20X digital zoom function | |
Storage | Support max. 256GB Micro SD card, local and FTP storage,Foscam cloud storage | |
Intelligent Assistant | Suppports Alexa, Google Home | |
Power | Power Supply | DC 12V/1.0A |
Power Consumption | 12 Watts (Max.) | |
Physical | Dimension(LxWxH) | 127mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.00 x 3.82 x 5.71 inches) |
Net Weight | 355g | |
Environment | Waterproof | IP65 |
Operating Temperature | -20°C~ 45°C (-4°F ~ 113°F) | |
Operating Humidity | 20% ~ 85% non-condensing | |
Storage Temperature | -20°C ~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F) | |
Storage Humidity | 0% ~ 90% non-condensing | |
Certification | FCC、CE、RoHS、WEEE、IP65 |
Foscam always cares in every customer's experience and feedback on the product.
- For quick setup, we suggest you to download foscam app on your phone or VMS software on pc first. Download Foscam app free from the App Store or Google play.
- Foscam PD5 is a 2.4g/5ghz wifi camera with 20X digital zoom.Please confirm the antenna is already screwed well on the camera before configure it.
- Please confirm the wifi signal is good enough for the camera to connect. If there're some several obstacles between the camera and your router, this would also decrease the stableness of the signal.We suggest you try to get a better place with better signal or use the 2.4Ghz wifi channel to connect. If needed, use a ethernet cable to configure it.
- Please confirm the camera is already upgraded to the newest firmware version once connected as we will keep upgrade our firmware to help customer get better experience.(Steps for app to upgrade firmware:Foscam APP>>Device>>Firmware>>update)
- If you wanna save clips in your Micro SD card, please confirm that it's in exfat 32 format already. You can get the tools from Foscam Download Center.
All products from foscam on our store come with a 1-year manufacture warranty. Please feel free to contact us via support@foscam.com if you have problems with the camera or installation. Our 14-year professional support team will help you with it.
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