Reolink RLC-843A Specs & Ownership Analysis
A verified look at the Reolink RLC-843A: 4K PoE, IK10 vandal resistance, 5x optical zoom, local storage and open-protocol support.
The RLC-843A combines the vandal-resistant dome architecture of the 840A with a motorized 2.7-13.5mm lens and 5× optical zoom.
Best fit: locations where both tamper resistance and post-installation framing flexibility matter.
Verified specifications
| Resolution | 3840×2160, 8MP |
| Lens | 2.7-13.5mm motorized |
| Optical zoom | 5× |
| Horizontal FOV | 105° to 31° |
| Power | 802.3af PoE or 12V DC |
| Storage | microSD up to 512GB; Reolink NVR/Hub |
| Weather / vandal | IP67 / IK10 |
Why it costs more
The value is the ability to narrow the scene after mounting while retaining optical detail, especially for gates, driveways and entry choke points.
Source: Reolink RLC-843A. See the focal-length calculator.