Eufy SoloCam S340 Camera Review: My Detailed Test

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Par Robert Doudelain•September 9, 2025•4 min de lecture•Surveillance camera review

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Presentation and Installation

The Eufy SoloCam S340 is a 100% wireless outdoor security camera with 3K resolution, a dual-lens system, 360° coverage, and solar power. Right out of the box, you can tell the product is well-finished, compact, and designed for quick installation.

Installation is indeed simple: a few screws, a QR code to scan via the Eufy Security app, and the camera is ready to use. The solar panel is detachable, allowing it to be oriented separately for optimal sunlight exposure.

Image Quality and 8x Zoom

With 3K resolution and a dual-lens system, this camera is impressive. The image is clear both day and night, with a very useful 8x digital zoom to identify details from a distance. Faces remain recognizable up to 15 meters.

The dual-view function allows simultaneous display of a wide-angle (panoramic) view and a zoomed-in view on a point of interest. This is convenient for monitoring a gate while keeping an eye on the street, for example.

Eufy Security SoloCamS340 Solar Security Camera

154.47$

360° Surveillance – SoloCam S340

Like other competing models, the camera can rotate horizontally to cover its entire environment without blind spots. In automatic mode, it follows detected movements. In manual mode, you can control the camera directly from the app. It’s smooth, responsive, and precise.

Battery Life and Solar Panel

The solar power works very well, as long as the panel is properly exposed. According to my tests, 2 to 3 hours of direct sunlight per day is enough to keep the battery above 90%, even with multiple daily detections.

The panel is removable, allowing for great flexibility in placement—especially if the wall where the camera is mounted isn’t optimally oriented.

Advanced Features

The SoloCam S340 is HomeBase 3 compatible, which enables secure local recording and integration into a multi-camera Eufy system. Without HomeBase, the camera can record locally (internal memory) but without external storage.

Two-way audio is included, clear and effective. The app allows you to receive alerts, view live footage, and configure activity zones.

Note: the camera operates exclusively on 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. No 5 GHz support, which may be a limitation for some modern home networks.

Advantages – SoloCam S340

Very detailed 3K image quality, even at a distance
Dual-lens with simultaneous wide view + zoom
360° panoramic surveillance without blind spots
Efficient solar power with removable panel
Quick and wireless installation
HomeBase 3 compatible for secure local storage
No monthly fees

Disadvantages

2.4 GHz Wi-Fi only
No microSD support (local storage only or HomeBase required)
Advanced features limited without HomeBase 3

Verdict

The Eufy SoloCam S340 is a versatile, reliable, and high-performing outdoor camera. It combines 3K resolution, a smart dual-lens system, and 360° coverage, with fast installation and a genuinely functional solar-powered battery. Subscription-free and easy to integrate into an existing Eufy system, it’s an excellent choice for anyone seeking an efficient, autonomous security solution.

Rating: 9/10 – An excellent balance between performance, simplicity, and long-term savings.