Afidus ATL-200S & ATL-201S

Afidus release

new “S” models

Building on the success of the original cameras, Afidus have now updated their cameras to the new “S” model. These bring a host of improvements; with the best being almost double the battery life of the older model! What’s even better, we are keeping the price the same as the outgoing models!

Whichever model you choose, both cameras still offer superb value for money and reliable options for your long-term, time-lapse needs.

Buy now from £310

Full 1080p Video

Capture your project in high quality 1080p. No more fuzzy footage!

Optical Zoom

A motorised, optical zoom equal to a 16-35mm lens. Auto and manual focus controls.

(ATL200S model only)

App Control

Frame, control and copy your footage using the intuitive App. Android and Apple iOS.

Super Low Power

Over 4 months battery life shooting at 5 min intervals

PIR Sensor

Built-in PIR sensor. Capture footage of wildlife or intruders. No extra equipment required.

(ATL200S model only)

Sony™ Sensor

Sony™ Starvis™ Full HD image sensor. WDR hardware support.

5 Record Modes

Choose 5 different capture modes - PIR trigger, Standard TL, Snapshot, Hybrid, Step.

(ATL201S has 3 modes - Standard TL, Snapshot, Step)

Instant Video Creation

One button video creation. Just copy your footage files via Wifi, or USB cable

Compact. Flexible. Powerful

Afidus have updated both their models in 2020 to the new “S” model. The updates bring a host of technical improvements and provide the user with a much more enjoyable overall experience. The new cameras are now far more responsive to use in every aspect; the view finder is super smooth at 30FPS, the optical zoom is much quicker to adjust and focus, and transferring your files is far speedier than ever before.

The Afidus engineers have managed the incredible and turned a long-lasting camera into an ultra-long-lasting camera with some greatly reduced power consumption. Afidus claim up to 2x longer at certain shot intervals! You can now leave your camera running on your project for 4 months+ before you’ll ever need to change the batteries. We think it’s an amazing feat given the camera uses only 4xAA batteries!

Here are some of the additional features the new model brings:

Up to 2x increased battery life over previous models
4x Digital Zoom
WDR hardware support (not HDR post processing)
Support for 512gb cards (please check for compatible cards)
Improved low light performance from the Sony® Starvis® Sensor
3x USB transfer speeds
Much ‘snappier’ App control interface
higher efficiency codec = smaller video files

Both the Afidus ATL-200S & ATL-201S are built to be incredibly versatile, tough and reliable, time-lapse cameras. Whatever use we can think of, an Afidus ATL time-lapse camera has got it covered! Here are just some of the applications they are best suited to:

Long-term time-lapse projects (construction, landscaping)
Traffic surveying, OCR & ANPR analysis
Macro time-lapse projects (ATL-200S only)
Wildlife, and intruder, monitoring (ATL-200S only)
Lightweight (140g), compact, travelogue friendly.
Amateur or professional time-lapse projects.
Stop motion animation
Remote deployment. Over 4 months standalone use
Indoor and outdoor use.

Whichever model you choose, both cameras still offer the best value for money and reliable options for your long-term, time-lapse needs.

ATL-200S

ATL-201S

Specifications

	ATL-200S	ATL-201S
Image sensor	Sony Starvis Sensor	Sony Starvis Sensor
Resolution	1920x1080	1920x1080
Lens	Variable 16-35mm	Fixed 22mm (f.95)
Field of View	80-110° (horizontal)	100°
Focus	2cm - infinity. Auto focus with manual adjustment	Fixed. 0.5m - infinity
PIR	Built-in PIR motion sensor	N/A
Capture Modes	PIR trigger, Record, Snapshot, Hybrid, Step video	Record, Snapshot, Step video
Storage	Micro SD (up to 512Gb)	Micro SD (up to 512Gb)
Power	Battery AA*4 / DC in 5V (Micro USB)	Battery AA*4 / DC in 5V (Micro USB)
Casing Protection	IP65 weather proof	IP65 weather proof
App OS	Android 5.0 and iOS 9.0 or later	Android 5.0 and iOS 9.0 or later
Dimensions	71x90x43mm	71x90x43mm
Weight	140g (exc batts)	135g (exc batts)
Incl accessories	16Gb Micro SD card, strap, USB cable, Screen protector, batteries	16Gb Micro SD card, strap, USB cable, Screen protector, batteries

Battery life overview

Camera shoot settings:

Day Scene / 24 Hrs per day / Full HD / Time lapse mode/
4xAA Alkaline batteries (battery brand: Duracell Ultra)
Default setting: Quality = +3; Scene= Auto ; Exposure= 0 ; WB=Auto; HDR= Low

Time interval	Battery duration
Continuous	14 Hours
1 Min	60 Days
5 Min	4 Months
10 Min	5 Months
30 Min	6 Months

* Manufacturer claim:

1. The estimated battery life is tested under temperature 77F (25C).

2. Battery life may vary based on battery brand, environmental conditions, operating temperature, and other factors.

3. Rechargeable batteries are NOT recommended for time-lapse projects.

Control App

Control the ATL-200S & ATL-201S via the stable and easy-to-use App (iOS or Android). Frame your shot using the clear live-feed viewer, then zoom and focus to your liking. Adjust any shot settings you wish, like interval time, scene modes, exposure or HDR level, then select your record mode. Once triggered, the ATL-200S will beep twice and the LED indicator will flash to confirm your project is being recorded. It couldn't be simpler!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the 200S and the 201S models?

Which model do I choose?

ATL-201S - If you plan to record projects such as construction, landscaping, vistas and panoramas, the ATL-201S is the model for you. Its wide angle 100° fixed lens is perfect for capturing any subject from approx 1m away, all the way up to infinity. This camera is even easier to use than its big brother model as you don't have to worry about focusing your subject.

The ATL-201S has exactly the same specs as its bigger brother, the ATL-200S, but drops the optical zoom and PIR motion sensor capabilities. Most importantly, you still get the same great image quality, but at a more economic price point.

ATL-200S - If you plan to do macro "close-up" time-lapse projects, such as flowers blooming , leaves decaying, model making, flow rates of fluids, or if you need to zoom into distant objects, you will require the ATL-200S model. This model, due to its integral PIR sensor, also has the ability to capture wildlife or intruder movement. The ATL-200S is the far more versatile of the two models on offer.

Two comparison videos are below. click to view:

ATL-200S
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ATL-201S
Can you use the ATL-200S or ATL-201S outside?

Yes, it's an IP65 rating housing, so it's perfect for wet weather. IP65 rated means - "dust tight" and protected against water projected from a nozzle.

The new 200s model now comes with a silicon "boot" that improves weather resistance compared with the older models. The case also has the added ability of preventing any damage due the camera being dropped (within reason).
How do I change shoot settings and use the viewfinder?

Everything is controlled by an easy-to-use App. Just download the App (Android or Apple iOS) and connect to the ATL-200s internal Wifi access point to use the realtime viewfinder and change shot settings. Please note, you WILL require some sort of smart phone or tablet to setup this device. Once setup, you can press the button to start capturing at your chosen settings whenever you like.
What changes can I make to my shoot settings?

You can alter many parameters on the camera, from shot Interval, frame rate, screen ratio, to the more technical aspects like, bitrate quality, scene, HDR, white balance, contrast, exposure, sharpness etc. There's plenty to experiment with!
What time-lapse intervals can i set?

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 20, 30 seconds, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10 minute, 1, 4, 24 hour, Custom time interval of any duration. You can also do continuous Intervals at 5, 10, 15 FPS @ 1080, and 30 FPS @ 720.
Does the ATL-200S or ATL-201S have a Scheduler?

Yes, it has a full weekly scheduler which is perfect for filming daylight working hours, eg, building projects only on working days. Simply select the daily duration and days you want to record to save on editing out unwanted footage, and save battery life.
What video format does the ATL-200S or ATL-201S use?

The ATL-200S has been updated to the universal MP4 format which is far easier to work with on both Macs and PCs.
Can I have a constant power supply to the camera?

Of course, there's a Micro USB connector on the side of the housing if you need constant power? The unit uses a standard 5 V/1A "phone charger" power supply.
How do I download my footage?

There are two ways to do this. Either connect a computer or laptop via USB cable to the ATL-200, or connect to the ATL-200s intenal Wifi and transfer the files over Wifi to your smart phone or tablet.
Can I get technical support if I buy a camera?

Absolutely, we can run you though any teething issues you might have. Just contact us and we'll happily run through everything with you. Believe us, it's a very simple unit to operate once you've had a few minutes with it...It's only got one button on the top to press!
My country isn't listed for shipping?

That's fine. Just contact us and we will get you a quote for shipping to your country. Please note, if you're in the USA, please contact our friends over at www.afiduscam.com to place an order.

Press Coverage

Congratulations to our friends over in America not only getting the Afidus ATL-200 nominated for the NAB 2019 awards, but actually winning the 'Product of the year' award! Fantastic job by Josh and gang over at timelapsecameras.com. Well done guys!