E70660 CAM300 IP Camera (Day & Night)

The E70660 Raymarine CAM300 is a miniature day/night IP camera built to enhance your vessel’s security and situational awareness. Despite its small size (just over 2 inches tall), it packs a punch with a 3-megapixel HD sensor that delivers up to 1080p video resolution. This means you get sharp, detailed images whether you’re monitoring the engine room, keeping an eye on the cockpit, or watching the swim platform. The CAM300’s lens offers an ultra-wide field of view (approximately 125° horizontal by 70° vertical in terms of effective coverage, ~160° HFOV in spec terms), which is ideal for capturing broad areas with a single camera – for instance, you can cover the entire stern of a yacht or a large portion of the salon with one unit.

One of the standout features of the CAM300 is its dual-mode capability for day and night. In daylight, the camera provides crisp color video; when darkness falls, it automatically switches to night mode, using its built-in infrared illumination to continue providing imagery. The CAM300 has six IR LEDs that illuminate out to about 33 feet (10 meters) in front of the camera, which is excellent for near-field night vision – perfect for seeing people on deck, checking lines, or noticing if someone boards the boat at night. In complete darkness the video will be monochrome (black and white) but still clear, allowing you to spot details that you couldn’t with the naked eye. During low-light conditions (dusk/dawn), the camera’s advanced low-light sensor kicks in to still produce a usable color image, down to very low light levels. Essentially, time of day isn’t an issue – you can spot obstacles and opportunities in high definition no matter the light conditions. This capability is further enhanced if you integrate it with Raymarine’s ClearCruise™ Augmented Reality; when connected to an Axiom display and AR200 sensor, the system can overlay AIS targets, waypoints, and chart objects on the live video feed, helping you make smarter navigation decisions.

Installing the CAM300 is straightforward and flexible. The camera can be powered via a standard 12V DC circuit or through Power over Ethernet (PoE), which means if you have an appropriate network switch or injector, you need only run a single Ethernet cable to the device for both power and data. Video is output over IP (it uses H.264 encoding for efficient streaming), and you can view up to four CAM300 streams simultaneously on a Raymarine Axiom multi-function display. The device is ONVIF Profile S compliant, so it can integrate with third-party security systems and network video recorders as well. The housing is IP66 waterproof and built tough to withstand marine conditions – whether it’s mounted on the dash of an open-center console getting sprayed or in the engine room dealing with heat and humidity, the CAM300 is up to the task. Because of its small form factor, you can mount it discreetly under an overhang, on an arch, or anywhere you need an extra set of “electronic eyes.” It even has image flip/invert functions, so you can install it upside down on a ceiling and still get a right-side-up picture.

Use Cases: The CAM300 is incredibly versatile. As a backup camera, it’s a boon for captains of larger yachts or sportfishers – mount it on the transom to watch the aft quarters while docking or reversing. It’s also excellent as a salon or cockpit monitoring camera, letting you keep an eye on passengers (for safety or just peace of mind) from the helm. If you enjoy offshore fishing, point a CAM300 at the cockpit and you can record your catches or stream the action to your helm display so you don’t miss a moment while steering. For sailboats, a camera up the mast looking at the deck can be useful for singlehanded sailors to check sail trim or foredeck activity. At night, the CAM300 becomes a security camera; you can set your Axiom display to show the feed and even get smart alerts if combined with video analytics on certain systems. Because it’s IP-based, the video can potentially be accessed by mobile devices or remote viewing (with the proper network setup), meaning you could check on your boat in the marina from afar. In terms of integration, the CAM300 truly shines in a Raymarine ecosystem – with a few taps on your MFD, you can split-screen your chart and camera, start recording video clips, or enable ClearCruise AR to label navigation aids in the video. In summary, the Raymarine CAM300 IP Camera (Day & Night) is a powerful little sentry for your boat, providing an extra layer of safety, security, and enjoyment (imagine replaying a beautiful sunset at anchor or the dolphins that visited your stern – all captured in HD). Its robust construction and intelligent features make it a valuable addition to any modern marine electronics suite.