Xiaomi Mijia

Xiaomi Mijia

Another new camera for 2017 is the Xiaomi Mijia. This camera uses the MStar MSC8328P processor (formerly named the AIT8328P) paired with a Sony IMX323 CMOS sensor. While numerous other cameras have used the MSC8328P processor in 2017, this is the first time we have seen it paired with a Sony processor.

The Mijiaa can record at 1080p resolution at 30fps with a bit rate of 16Mbps. Video quality during the day is very good and night quality is good. Leveraging the Sony IMX323 definitely improves night quality when compared to the cameras using the MSC8328P paired with the Omnivision OV4689 sensor (Mini 0805P, Mini 0801S).

While the Mijia is quite small at 88mm x 53mm x 28mm, the rectangular form factor is not the most discreet. On the positive side the camera is black with only some silver accents and the adhesive mount is small. The Mijia comes with a 3″ screen, G-sensor and WiFi. It does not come with GPS and uses a 240mAh battery instead of a capacitor (capacitor is better for hot environments). Build quality is very good as well.

To use the WiFi capability, download the Mijia app to your smartphone. Some owners have complained of inconsistent Wifi performance with this camera.

The Mijia has a very simple menu system but note currently the menu is only in Chinese. We would like to thank our member Agie who created a review on our forum and also this unboxing video. The unboxing video walks through the menu system as well.

Known problems

The Xiaomi Mijia is a new camera and we have not heard of any common problems as of yet.

Mounting the Camera

Xiaomi Mijia mount

Sample Videos

Day Video

Night Video

Should I Purchase?

Overall, the Xiaomi Mijia is a decent camera from a video quality perspective but not outstanding. Build quality is good but the form factor is not the most discreet. Overall an ok camera for the money but not an outstanding camera on any dimension.

To see what other owners are saying, visit our Xiaomi Mijia Forum.

Firmware

We are not aware of any available firmware updates for this camera yet.

Specifications

Detailed Specifications

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Camera Type Single Channel
Form Factor Hanging - Rectangular
Country China
Processor MStar MSC8328P
CMOS Front Sony IMX323
CMOS Rear N/A
Channels 1
Screen 3"
GPS No
G-Sensor No
Wi-Fi Yes
Parking Mode No
Lock Files Auto or Button
Max Resolution Front 1920×1080p
Front Frames Per Second 30
Max Bitrate Front (Mbps) 16
Max Resolution Rear N/A
Rear Frames Per Second N/A
Max Bitrate Rear (Mbps) N/A
Video Format MOV
Compression H.264
Diagonal Viewing Angle Front 160°
Diagonal Viewing Angle Rear N/A
SD Card Type MicroSD
Max Size (Spec) 64GB
Max Size (User) 64GB
Size Front (mm) 88 x 53 x 28
Size Rear (mm) N/A
Mount Adhesive
Power Supply 5V
Operating Temp Unknown
Battery 240mAh
Error Notification Screen
Swivel (To Record Side Windows) Yes
Apps Android, iOS
Cloud Connectivity No
Release Date Apr 2017
Unique Features None
Advantages Good video quality during day
Wifi
Disadvantages Not discreet
Final Word Overall an ok camera for the money but not an outstanding camera on any dimension.

Published: May 11, 2017

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The Xiaomi Mijia is a decent camera from a video quality perspective but not outstanding.

Product SKU: Xiaomi Mijia

Product Brand: Xiaomi

Product Currency: USD

Product Price: 80

Price Valid Until: 2023-01-01

Product In-Stock: SoldOut

Editor's Rating:
5.8