In my latest review video, I check out the new Wyze Duo Cam Pan. This device essentially combines two cameras into one unit: a fixed-position camera on the bottom and a pan-and-tilt camera on the top.
The design lets you monitor a specific spot with the stationary lens while still having the flexibility to track motion with the movable one. Both cameras record independently, so you end up with two separate video files or photos for each event.
The Duo Cam Pan retails for a higher price than Wyze’s standard pan camera because you’re effectively getting two cameras in one. You can get the latest prices over at Amazon as they do fluctuate from time to time (compensated affiliate link).
It uses a USB-C power connection, but the included power supply isn’t outdoor-rated, meaning you’ll need an outdoor rated adapter if you plan to mount and power it outside. As for installation, you can place it on a flat surface, mount it to a wall, or even hang it upside down, with the Wyze app allowing you to flip the video image as needed. Both lenses shoot in 2K resolution with a 106-degree field of view, and while the video quality looks good overall, the heavy compression can create noticeable artifacts in fast-moving scenes.
I was impressed with the low-light performance. Even without night vision enabled, the camera pulled in more detail than what my eyes could see in a dark room. Night vision also works as expected, and both cameras have the same specs in that regard. Audio features are built-in, with a speaker on the bottom unit and a microphone for two-way communication. The speaker isn’t especially loud but works well enough for conversations. An SD card slot on the bottom allows for local storage, which is essential if you want continuous recording without paying for Wyze’s subscription service.
The Wyze app recognizes the Duo Cam Pan as a single device, but you can view both camera feeds at the same time. Motion tracking is enabled by default on the top camera, letting it follow movement around a space while the bottom camera keeps watch on one fixed area. You can also set patrol routes, or just control the pan-and-tilt manually. One limitation is that this camera does not support RTSP streaming, so you’re locked into Wyze’s app ecosystem.
Many feature are sadly locked behind a paywall. Subscription plans add AI detection for people, pets, and vehicles, but without it, the camera only notifies you of generic motion. Free-tier users will notice more false alarms and will also run into restrictions like the five-minute cooldown period between event notifications. The SD card helps offset this, since it records continuously and provides more context before and after events, though if the camera is stolen, that footage goes with it. You can still copy recordings to your phone, but it’s done in real time by streaming the playback, rather than simply downloading a file.
Storage needs will depend on how much recording you do. With two cameras running at once, space fills twice as fast than on a traditional Wyze camera. I found it used around 500 megabytes per hour, so a 64GB or 128GB card feels like a reasonable starting point. The camera supports up to 512GB. As the card fills, it automatically overwrites older clips. This makes a larger card a better investment if you want longer retention.
Overall, the Duo Cam Pan works well for those already in the Wyze ecosystem. It’s convenient to have a fixed and a movable camera sharing one power source, and the image and audio quality are solid for the price. Still, the full feature set is heavily tied to Wyze’s subscription plan. If you don’t plan to pay a monthly fee, an SD card is absolutely necessary.
Disclosure: Wyze provided the camera to the channel free of charge. However they did not review or approve this video before uploading, no other compensation was received, and all opinions are my own.