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eufy SoloCam E42 Security Camera | Brand New
$279.00
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eufy SoloCam E42 Security Camera
Condition Brand New
This one's sold out. In stock now:
$279.00
RRP, brand new: $349.95 checked 08.10.2026
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See what works with it and what it needs, with one kit total.
Know before you buy
The quick decision check
- Condition
- Brand New
- Stock
- Currently unavailable
- Delivery · Australia Post
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$12.95 below $99
Standard
$9.95 below $99
Order total after discounts.
Delivery estimates & policy
- System
- Standalone - no HomeBase required
- Recording mode
- Event recording
- Power
- Solar
- Compatible hubs
- HomeBase 2, HomeBase 3, HomeBase Professional S1
Compatibility: Works on its own over Wi-Fi. Standalone recordings require a microSD card (up to 128 GB, sold separately); there is no built-in recording storage. HomeBase 2, HomeBase 3 or HomeBase Professional S1 can provide optional hub storage (T8173 is on eufy's S1 device list). HomeBase Mini is not supported.
What you need to install it
- Install type
- DIY
- You’ll need
- A microSD card up to 128 GB (not included) or a compatible HomeBase for recording storage; USB-C or solar charging (5 V USB wall charger not included).
- Tools
- Phillips screwdriver and a drill for the wall-mount screws
- Time
- About 15-30 minutes (estimate)
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CamGuard Australia
Townsville, QLDExpress included over $99.00
SoloCam E42 Brand new
Catch the daylight. Follow the driveway’s plot.
A solar-assisted outdoor camera that turns to follow people and vehicles. It records in 4K to your own microSD card and works directly over 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, with an optional HomeBase for compatible storage and smart-home features.
- 4K video
- Pan and tilt, 360°
- Built-in solar charging
- IP65 weather rated
- No HomeBase needed
4K8 MP resolution
4Klocal recording detail
360°advertised viewing coverage
250 lmbuilt-in spotlight
128 GBmaximum microSD capacity
IP65weather rating
Pan-and-tilt coverage and battery performance are eufy's own figures. Real results vary with placement, traffic, sunlight and settings.
What it does well.
SoloCam E42: the features that matter in everyday use.
Pans, tilts, covers more
Motorised pan and tilt extend coverage beyond a fixed frame. Tracking can follow detected people and vehicles through the available range; it does not watch every direction simultaneously.
Solar built in
The SolarPlus 2.0 panel can top up the rechargeable battery. eufy’s two-hour daily sunlight target depends on sunlight, placement and recording demand; occasional USB charging may still be needed.
Detect and deter
PIR detection with on-device human and vehicle tracking, a siren and strobe lights that fire on detection, and full-duplex two-way audio.
The honest details
Before you buy.
- A moving view, not every direction at once. The advertised 360° describes viewing coverage. A current UK comparison gives 355° mechanical pan and 70° tilt; the lens sees one part of the scene at a time.
- Apple Home is a HomeBase 3 story. eufy's page lists Apple HomeKit support without a condition; eufy's own setup path for it runs through a HomeBase 3. We promise Apple Home only with a HomeBase 3.
- Continuous recording needs wired power. AU guidance specifies wired power plus HomeBase 3 with a hard drive. E42 support also lists direct-power microSD recording; confirm the exact unit and firmware before relying on that route.
- It alerts. It does not prevent. A camera records, detects and notifies. It is one part of home security, not the whole of it.
Specifications.
Published specifications for SoloCam E42 (T8173), grouped for easy comparison. Only sourced details are included.
Camera
- Resolution
- 4K, 8 MP
- Lens
- f/1.6 aperture
- Digital zoom
- 8x digital zoom
- Night vision
- Infrared night vision; 250 lm built-in spotlight
- Detection
- On-device AI human, vehicle and motion tracking; PIR detection
- PIR detection range
- Motion sensor detects lateral movement up to 8 to 10 m (25 to 30 ft) on eufy's figure
- Audio
- Two-way audio, full duplex
- Deterrence
- Configurable siren and red-and-blue strobe lights on detection
- Siren volume
- 103 dB motion-activated siren
Storage and recording
- Local storage
- microSD supported, up to 128 GB
- Subscription
- None required for core camera operation and local recording
Power and network
- Solar
- Supplied SolarPlus 2.0 solar panel
- Solar requirement
- About two hours of direct sun a day, on eufy's figure, for continuous top-up
- Battery life
- Up to 90 days standalone on eufy's rating (based on 300 seconds of recording a day)
- Charging time
- About 5 to 6 hours from a 5 V, 2 A charger
- Wi-Fi
- 2.4 GHz only
- Voice assistants
- Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
- Apple Home
- eufy's page lists Apple HomeKit support; eufy's own setup path for it runs through a HomeBase 3, so we promise Apple Home only with a HomeBase 3
- HomeBase
- Not required. HomeBase 2 or HomeBase 3 optional
Installation and general
- Weather rating
- IP65
- Operating range
- -20 °C to 60 °C operating temperature; the camera shuts down above 60 °C on eufy's note
- Size and weight
- 91.8 × 91.8 × 129.3 mm; 520 g for the camera without the solar panel
- Model
- T8173
Make sure it fits your setup.
The short version: it works on its own with a microSD card. A hub is optional, never required.
Works with
- Standalone on Wi-Fi with a microSD card. Clips save to a microSD card up to 128 GB that you supply.
- HomeBase 2, optional. eufy states the E42 connects to HomeBase 2. Not included and not required.
- HomeBase 3, optional. Adds continuous recording with a compatible hard drive and other hub features. Not included and not required.
- Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Both on eufy's published list for this model.
- Apple Home (HomeKit), through a HomeBase 3. eufy's page lists Apple HomeKit support for this camera. eufy's own setup path for it runs through a HomeBase 3, so we only promise Apple Home with a HomeBase 3, not standalone.
- HomeBase Professional S1, optional. The current S1 compatibility list explicitly names T8173. Check the exact hub and firmware for the features you need.
Does not work with
- Continuous 24/7 recording without wired power. eufy's own answer is that all-day recording needs wired power and a HomeBase 3 with a hard drive fitted.
- A memory card in the box. A microSD card up to 128 GB is needed for standalone storage and is not supplied with the camera.
- HomeBase Mini. The current HomeBase compatibility table explicitly marks SoloCam E42 T8173 as unsupported.
Brand New, explained.
What the condition label on this listing actually means.
What Brand New means
Factory-sealed stock in its full original retail packaging. Unopened, unused, in its sealed retail carton.
Who did the work
Nobody has: the seal is intact. We describe the packaging and the published spec sheet only, and we do not open units to check them.
How it arrives
Sealed retail carton, the standard retail accessories, and our own 12-month warranty on top of your consumer rights.
Right for you if
- You want a camera that can turn to follow the action across a wide area, not just a fixed 130° frame.
- You are happy to add your own microSD card, or pair a HomeBase, rather than have one included.
- You use Alexa or Google Assistant, or neither.
- The mounting spot gets a couple of hours of daily sun.
Probably not for you if
- You need it in Apple Home without a HomeBase 3.
- You want continuous all-day recording without wiring in a HomeBase 3.
- You expect a microSD card or a HomeBase included with the camera.
- The mounting spot is in deep shade all day.
Plan your setup.
What you need
Match the power to the recording mode
The E42 can run from its rechargeable battery with solar top-ups and 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. Charge it before mounting and test the position. Continuous recording needs direct power. For that mode, Australian guidance specifies HomeBase 3 with a hard drive; confirm the exact unit, cable and firmware first.
Recording and storage
Choose the recording route deliberately
For local event clips, use a supported microSD card up to 128 GB or compatible HomeBase storage. eufy’s regional pages disagree on larger card limits and the direct-power continuous-recording route. This listing retains the Australian card limit and explains the recording conflict rather than promising every combination.
- Charge it fully first. A full charge before it goes near a ladder saves a second trip if the mounting spot turns out shadier than it looked.
- Add a microSD card if you want standalone storage. Up to 128 GB, sold separately. Without one, plan on pairing a HomeBase instead.
- Pair it in the eufy Security app. Scan the camera's QR code near the router, then walk it to the mounting spot and check the connection holds before you drill.
- Mount for sun and sweep together. The solar panel needs a few hours of daily sun, and the pan-and-tilt range needs a clear arc to sweep across.
- Set zones and let it track. Point activity zones at the gate or driveway so the AI tracking follows what matters, not passing traffic.
Included with your order
Supplied items
- 1 × eufy SoloCam E42, brand new, factory sealed
- Detachable solar panel
- Camera mounting bracket, positioning sticker and screw pack
- Solar-panel mounting bracket, positioning sticker and screw pack
- USB-C charging cable
- Quick-start guide
- Original sealed retail carton
Not included
- HomeBase: not included, not required
- microSD card: none included, up to 128 GB supported
- Mains adapter: not included; charge from any 5 V 2 A USB-C source
The listed accessories follow this offer. The original retail box remains sealed; minor paper inserts may vary by production batch.
Questions people ask.
Do I need a HomeBase or a subscription to use it?
No to either on its own. The E42 works with a microSD card over Wi-Fi and saves clips locally. HomeBase 2 or HomeBase 3 add extra features and are optional, not included. There is no required monthly fee for core camera operation.
Does it record all day, or only when something happens?
AU guidance specifies wired power plus HomeBase 3 with a hard drive. E42 support also lists direct-power microSD recording; confirm the exact unit and firmware before relying on that route.
Does Apple Home (HomeKit) work with this camera?
eufy's page lists Apple HomeKit support. eufy's own setup path for it runs through a HomeBase 3, so we only promise Apple Home when the camera is paired to a HomeBase 3, not standalone.
When will it ship, and what does delivery cost?
We do our best to get orders out the same day. Same-day to 1 business day is our typical dispatch time from Townsville. During busy periods it can extend, though that is rare. Australia Post Express is included on every order over $99.00. Under $99.00 it is $9.95 tracked or $12.95 Express.
Who covers the warranty?
We do. CamGuard Australia is an independent importer and reseller, and this product carries our own 12-month warranty. It is not a manufacturer warranty. Your rights under Australian Consumer Law apply on top. Faulty or not as described inside that year and we cover the return postage.
Can I return it if I change my mind?
Yes, within 30 days of delivery if it is complete and unused. You pay the return postage and the original shipping is not refunded. Faulty or not-as-described returns are always free.
Independent importerWe buy genuine eufy stock and sell it under our own name. Not an official eufy dealer.
Our own 12-month warrantyHonoured by us in Townsville, not by the manufacturer. Faulty inside a year and we pay the return postage.
Express as standardAustralia Post Express included on every order over $99.00, from Townsville, Queensland.
Condition stated up frontThe grade on this listing is spelled out above so nothing about the unit is a surprise.
SoloCam E42, brand new.
Solar-assisted, 4K, pan and tilt, no HomeBase required. Exactly as described above, our 12-month warranty. If that is the trade you want, this is the listing.
New! Solar-powered driveway edition
WatchIt!
Spot it · Track it · Light it · Save it
The outdoor game that plays itself. Player one: your driveway. Player two: the courier who definitely knocked.
4K · 8 MP AI tracking SolarPlus 2.0 No hub required No required monthly fee
4KWOW!
Brand NewFactory sealed in full original eufy retail packaging.
Works AloneRouter, eufy app and a compatible microSD card are enough.
Not in the PackNo microSD card and no HomeBase are included.
12 MonthsCamGuard Australia's own warranty, plus your ACL rights.
Round one · the commands
4K
AI
360
250
SD
2W
Six moves. Zero frantic button mashing.
The E42 handles the repetitive part itself: detect movement, follow relevant action, light the scene when configured and keep event recordings locally.
Watch It!
True 4K UHD at 8 MP, through a wide f/1.6 lens with a 130° field of view. Detailed enough for the driveway; still not an excuse to inspect the neighbour's bins.
Track It!
Built-in AI recognises human, vehicle and motion events and can automatically follow movement within view. Classification depends on scene, distance and setup.
Turn It!
The head pans and tilts to provide full 360° coverage by rotation. The lens sees 130° at any one moment; it turns to cover the rest.
Light It!
A 250-lumen spotlight and infrared night vision handle low-light scenes. Red-and-blue strobe lights and the siren can be configured as visible and audible deterrent tools.
Save It!
Add a microSD card up to 128 GB for local event storage. The card is sold separately; core camera operation and local storage do not require a monthly subscription.
Talk It!
Full-duplex two-way audio lets both sides speak through the eufy app. At last, you and the courier can be wrong at the same time.
Power round · care instructions
Feed it sunlight. Not blind optimism.
SolarPlus 2.0 reduces routine charging when the panel receives useful direct sun. Shade, heavy use, weather and settings can change the result.
Solar meter
eufy's published figure: two hours of direct sunlight daily under optimal conditions.
That is an operating assumption, not a promise for every wall, season or detection workload. Deep shade means occasional USB charging or a better solar-panel position.
- Charge before playFully charge the E42 by USB-C before first installation. Solar is the ongoing top-up, not a reason to hang an empty battery on the wall.
- Give the panel real sunPlace the solar panel where it receives direct sunlight rather than bright-looking shade beneath an eave.
- Check the network at the wallThe official guide specifies 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. Confirm strong signal and smooth live view at the mounting point before drilling.
- Mount for detectioneufy recommends roughly 2 to 3 metres high and angled towards the monitoring area rather than facing it dead-on.
Installation joke with a serious ending: the panel gets the sun; the camera gets the driveway; the ladder gets a competent adult.
Choose your setup · expansion packs
Standalone is the full game.
A HomeBase is optional. The camera can connect directly to your router and store events on its own microSD card; add a compatible base only if its extra ecosystem features suit you.
Standalone
The simplest route and everything needed for core camera operation, apart from the microSD card you supply.
- Direct 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi connection
- eufy app setup, alerts and live view
- microSD event storage up to 128 GB
- Human, vehicle and motion tracking
- No required monthly subscription
HomeBase 2
eufy's current AU specification lists HomeBase 2 connection support. It remains optional and is not included in this camera box.
- Large connected-device ecosystem
- HomeBase-managed storage options
- Features depend on app and firmware
- Confirm any essential workflow before purchase
HomeBase 3
The broader upgrade path for supported BionicMind and storage features. It is not needed for normal standalone use.
- Cross-camera tracking support
- Facial-recognition support
- Daily security reports
- Storage expansion up to 16 TB with compatible drive
- 24/7 recording only with wired power and a compatible installed hard drive
Smart-home round: eufy's current Australian specification lists Apple Home (HomeKit) support when paired to a eufy HomeBase 3 · not standalone · plus Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant support. Platform, region, app and firmware requirements can change; verify an essential integration before purchase.
Player card · factual statistics
The numbers behind the noise.
SoloCam E42 · T8173
ConditionBrand New · factory sealed · full original retail packaging
Resolution4K UHD · 8 MP
Lensf/1.6 · 130° field of view
CoverageFull 360° coverage by pan-and-tilt rotation
DetectionPIR with human, vehicle and motion tracking
Night toolsInfrared night vision · 250 lm spotlight
Alert toolsRed-and-blue strobe lights · siren · app notifications
AudioFull-duplex two-way audio
PowerRechargeable battery · USB-C · SolarPlus 2.0
Network2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
Local storagemicroSD up to 128 GB · card sold separately
HomeBaseNot required · HomeBase 2 or 3 optional
Smart homeHomeKit (via HomeBase 3 only, not standalone) · Alexa · Google Assistant listed by eufy AU
Weather ratingIP65 for suitable outdoor installation
Inside the factory-sealed pack
Ten pieces. No mystery bonus hub.
The camera-only E42 pack contains the installation pieces listed in eufy's T8173 user guide. Everything below is boxed new in the original retail package.
SoloCam E42T8173 camera
Camera mounting bracketFor top or wall mounting
Camera positioning stickerHole-placement guide
Camera screw packCamera-mount fixings
USB-C charging cableInitial and backup charging
Solar panelSolarPlus 2.0 charging panel
Solar mounting bracketFlexible panel positioning
Solar positioning stickerHole-placement guide
Solar screw packSolar-mount fixings
Quick Start GuidePrinted setup material
microSD card: not included
HomeBase 2 or 3: not included
HomeBase power, network and hard-drive accessories: not included
Instruction leaflet · frequently pressed questions
Before the driveway starts playing.
Can it record continuously, 24 hours a day?
Not in the ordinary solar/battery standalone setup. eufy's current specification says continuous 24/7 recording requires wired power and HomeBase 3 with a compatible hard drive installed. Standalone solar use is designed around event recording.
Does it work with smart-home platforms?
eufy's current Australian product specification lists Apple Home (HomeKit) support when paired to a eufy HomeBase 3 · not standalone · plus Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant support. Availability and exact behaviour can depend on region, app, firmware, account and companion equipment. Confirm an essential integration before purchase.
When will CamGuard Australia send it?
We do our best to dispatch the same day. Same-day to one business day is typical, with occasional extension during unusually busy periods. It leaves from Townsville, Queensland, and Australia Post Express is included because this item is over $99.00.
GO!
Put the driveway in demo mode.
Brand New SoloCam E42. Factory sealed, solar-assisted, 4K, AI tracking and ready to work standalone once you add your own microSD card.
Use the Add to cart button above · no frantic button mashing requiredShipping, warranty and returns.
Shipping
Australia Post Express included on every order over $99.00. Under $99.00: $9.95 tracked or $12.95 Express. We do our best to get orders out the same day; same-day to 1 business day is our typical dispatch time from Townsville, Queensland; during busy periods it can extend, though that is rare.
Warranty
CamGuard Australia is an independent importer and reseller. Our own 12-month warranty applies · not a manufacturer warranty. Faulty or not as described inside that year and we cover the return postage. Your rights under Australian Consumer Law are additional.
Returns
Change of mind: 30 days from delivery, complete and unused, buyer pays return postage, original shipping not refunded. Faulty or not as described: we cover return postage.
Condition on this listing
Brand New. Factory-sealed in full original retail packaging, unopened and unused.
CamGuard Australia
© 2026 CamGuard Australia · ABN 62 385 894 763 · Townsville, QLD. Independent Australian reseller of eufy cameras, doorbells and locks; not an official or authorised supplier of eufy, Anker Innovations or their affiliates. Trademarks belong to their respective owners.
Condition: Brand New. Factory-sealed in full original retail packaging, unopened and unused. We describe packaging and the published spec sheet only and do not open or test each unit individually. Compatibility: SoloCam E42 (T8173) works standalone on Wi-Fi with a microSD card supplied by the buyer; HomeBase 2 and HomeBase 3 are optional and not included; Apple Home (HomeKit) promised only when paired to a HomeBase 3. Battery life up to 90 days standalone on eufy's rating (based on 300 seconds of recording a day), varies with placement, traffic, sunlight and settings.
The Fun view's "WATCH IT!" is a fictional comedy electronic-toy-packaging framing for this listing · not affiliated with any real toy, toy company or toy logo. Trade dress is parody; real names and logo marks stay off the page. Specifications sourced from the manufacturer and believed accurate at time of listing; features and compatibility may be updated without notice.
Product specifications
- Resolution
- 4K, 8 MP
- Field of view
- 130°, f/1.6
- Night vision
- Infrared (black and white)
- Power
- Charges in 5-6 hours from a 5 V/2 A charger; eufy recommends any 5 V/2 A or 5 V/1 A USB charger
- Battery life
- 90 days based on 300 seconds of recording time per day (varies with detections, recording duration and temperature)
- Solar charging
- SolarPlus 2.0. Just 2 hours of direct sunlight daily keeps the camera fully charged
- Charging port
- USB-C
- Local storage
- None built in. Records to a microSD card (purchased separately) or to a HomeBase
- Expandable storage
- Supports microSD storage up to 128 GB, HomeBase 2/3 connection, and local storage with no monthly fee
- HomeBase requirement
- Not required. Works standalone. HomeBase 2, HomeBase 3 or HomeBase Professional S1 optional (HomeBase S380 needs firmware 3.6.8.9); not compatible with HomeBase Mini.
- Wi-Fi
- 2.4 GHz only
- Weather resistance
- IP65 (dust-protected, protected against water jets)
- Spotlight
- Yes, 250 lm
- AI detection
- Human, Vehicle, and Motion Tracking
- In the box
- Camera, camera mounting bracket, positioning sticker for camera mount, screw pack (camera), USB-C charging cable, solar panel, solar panel mounting bracket, positioning sticker for solar panel mount, screw pack (solar panel), quick start guide
- Power source
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- Battery-powered
- Rechargeable
- Solar
- USB
- Connection method
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- Wired
- Wireless
- Connectivity technology
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- Wi-Fi
- Camera features
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- Built-In Spotlight
- Night Vision
- Built-in speakers
- Digital zoom
- Remote control
- 4K Resolution
- Water Resistant
- Surveillance camera design
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- PTZ
- Surveillance camera mounting type
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- Wall
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