Ring’s New 4K Outdoor Cameras Start Shipping

Ring’s new outdoor 4K cameras are now shipping. The Outdoor Cam 4K Plus, Spotlight Cam 4K Plus and Floodlight Cam 4K Plus began arriving for US customers on October 27, 2026, completing the five-camera lineup Ring announced on October 7. Prices start at $149.99, and for the first time, one of Ring’s 4K cameras can run on battery power.

All three outdoor models use Ring’s Retinal Vision 4K imaging, which promises sharper detail and true-color performance in low light. The differences between them come down to power options, lighting and where they fit around a home.

What shipped on October 27

Ring announced five cameras on October 7: four models with Retinal Vision 4K and a motorized 2K indoor camera. The two indoor models went on sale the same day in the US, Canada, the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, Belgium and Sweden. The three outdoor models opened for preorder in those markets on October 7, with Amazon’s US listings setting October 27 as their release date. The Outdoor Cam 4K Plus was also offered for preorder in Japan.

US pricing for the outdoor trio is $149.99 for the Outdoor Cam 4K Plus, $199.99 for the Spotlight Cam 4K Plus and $219.99 for the Floodlight Cam 4K Plus. Pricing and availability vary by region.

Outdoor Cam 4K Plus: the flexible one

The Outdoor Cam 4K Plus is the most versatile camera in the new range. It is the only one of the three offered in all five power configurations: battery, plug-in, hardwired, solar and Power over Ethernet. The battery version is a first for Ring’s 4K cameras, removing the need for a nearby outlet or wiring run.

It has a 140-degree wide-angle field of view and supports up to 10x Enhanced Zoom, radar-based 3D Motion Detection and a siren that can be triggered from the Ring app. Wired versions support continuous 24/7 recording, along with person and vehicle detection. Power over Ethernet carries both power and data over a single cable, which suits permanent installations at the far end of a yard where Wi-Fi may be weak and battery charging is a chore.

Spotlight Cam 4K Plus: light where you need it

The Spotlight Cam 4K Plus pairs the same Retinal Vision 4K video with a built-in spotlight, aimed at patios, walkways, side entrances and other focused outdoor areas where visible illumination doubles as a deterrent. It is available in battery, plug-in and solar configurations.

Its spotlight runs at 330 lumens by default to conserve battery life and can be raised to 550 lumens in the Ring app. The camera ships with one Quick Release Ultra Battery Pack and has room for a second, extending the time between charges for battery-powered installs.

Floodlight Cam 4K Plus: the driveway camera

The Floodlight Cam 4K Plus is the heavy-duty option for driveways and larger outdoor spaces. It combines Retinal 4K video with motion-activated floodlights producing 2,000 lumens, and it supports 24/7 recording and smart detection when hardwired.

It is a wired unit, so installation requires a 4-inch round, UL-listed weatherproof junction box. That is the trade-off for the brightest lights and always-on recording in the lineup: more installation work up front, but no batteries to manage afterward.

The indoor pair that arrived first

The two indoor models have been on sale since October 7. The Indoor Cam 4K, at $99.99, is Ring’s first 4K camera designed for indoor use. It has a 115-degree field of view, dual-band Wi-Fi 6 and a physical privacy shutter for when the camera should not be watching.

The Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam 2K, at $69.99, trades resolution for coverage: it pans 360 degrees and tilts 175 degrees, automatically following motion around a room. It replaces Ring’s previous 1080p pan-tilt option and is the cheapest camera in the new lineup.

What Retinal Vision 4K means in practice

The headline upgrade across four of the five new cameras is resolution. Moving from 1080p to 4K gives more detail for identifying faces, packages and license plates, and Ring says its Retinal Vision system preserves true color in low light rather than dropping to washed-out night footage. Wide-angle views — 140 degrees outdoors, 115 degrees indoors — mean a single camera can cover more of a yard or room.

These cameras sit below Ring’s Pro tier, so they are a mid-range upgrade rather than a flagship overhaul. For homes already running Ring cameras, the practical gain is sharper video and more flexible placement, not a new platform.

What to know before buying

• Pick the power source first. Battery is the easiest install but needs recharging; solar helps only with enough sunlight; wired and PoE are the most reliable and unlock 24/7 recording.
• Check the junction box for the Floodlight Cam. Its wired install requires a 4-inch round, UL-listed weatherproof junction box.
• Match the camera to the spot. The Outdoor Cam suits general yard coverage, the Spotlight Cam fits paths and entrances, and the Floodlight Cam is built for driveways and large areas.
• Expect regional differences. Prices and availability vary outside the US, so check local listings before ordering.

Why this launch matters

Ring’s October lineup pushes 4K from the premium end of its range into the mainstream. A $149.99 battery-powered 4K camera, a $99.99 indoor 4K camera and a $69.99 pan-tilt model give most homes a 4K option at every price point, and the wider choice of power options removes one of the biggest reasons people put off adding outdoor cameras: the wiring.

The timing is also notable. With the outdoor models shipping October 27, the full lineup is available well ahead of the holiday season, when security cameras are a common purchase and when longer nights make outdoor lighting and low-light video quality matter most.