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product_id: 285383814
title: "Brinno Empower TLC2020 Time Lapse Camera with ATH1000 Waterproof Case - 99-Day Battery Life for Long-Term Outdoor Projects - Captures Professional 1080P HDR Timelapse, Stop Motion and Step Videos"
brand: "brinno"
price: "R16605"
currency: ZAR
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reviews_count: 5
category: "Brinno"
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# 1080P HDR video capture Waterproof protective case 99-day battery life Brinno Empower TLC2020 Time Lapse Camera with ATH1000 Waterproof Case - 99-Day Battery Life for Long-Term Outdoor Projects - Captures Professional 1080P HDR Timelapse, Stop Motion and Step Videos

**Brand:** brinno
**Price:** R16605
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Capture time like a pro—never miss a moment, rain or shine!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Brinno Empower TLC2020 Time Lapse Camera with ATH1000 Waterproof Case - 99-Day Battery Life for Long-Term Outdoor Projects - Captures Professional 1080P HDR Timelapse, Stop Motion and Step Videos by brinno
- **How much does it cost?** R16605 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/285383814-brinno-empower-tlc2020-time-lapse-camera-with-ath1000-waterproof-case)

## Best For

- brinno enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted brinno brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Creative Freedom:** Three versatile modes—timelapse, step video, and stop motion—for limitless storytelling.
- • **Smart Scheduling:** Extend battery life with customizable daily timers and recording schedules.
- • **Cinematic Clarity:** Capture stunning 1080P HDR timelapse and stop motion with a wide 118° field of view.
- • **Endurance Champion:** Unmatched 99-day battery life keeps your projects rolling without interruption.
- • **Weatherproof Warrior:** Durable ATH1000 waterproof case shields your camera in any outdoor environment.

## Overview

The Brinno Empower TLC2020 is a professional-grade outdoor time lapse camera featuring a 99-day battery life, 1080P HDR video with a 118° field of view, and three creative capture modes. Paired with the ATH1000 waterproof case, it’s designed for long-term outdoor projects, offering durability and flexible scheduling to ensure your time lapse footage is both stunning and reliable.

## Description

Brinno Empower TLC2020 time lapse camera & ATH1000, new quick menu, step video & stop motion capture modes in HDR and FHD, long-lasting battery, ideal for weatherproofing in outdoor environments

Review: Even after a firmware update the camera uses a lot of battery charge. Sometimes I'll set it to run the next morning and it doesn't start but uses more battery then usual if I start recording the night before. Case gets condensation on lens portion with large temperature changes and humid weather.
Review: Extremely disappointed. We set it up to capture a new build. I tested it for a few days and everything seemed to be working great. Then left it for 5 days to record only to realize it had stopped recording a couple of days in, missing some of our biggest days that we were excited to capture for a final time lapse video. There is tons of storage and battery so it wasn't due to either of those. The schedule was set up properly. It wasn't a user error. Returning.

## Features

- Outdoor Time-Lapse Camera: 99-Day battery life! 1080P HDR and 118° field of view allows you the ability to capture stunning professional videos. Paired with unmatched technology and a waterproof case, this camera is ideal for long-term outdoor projects.
- 3 Mode Versatility: Capture modes include timelapse, step video and stop motion. Providing ultimate creative freedom to create your own footage. Capture long-term environment changes, a short video clip, or even a fun stop motion lego animation movie!
- Long Battery Life and Flexible Schedule: Record up to 99 days using a 5-min interval with only 4AA batteries! Extend the battery life by DOUBLE using the daily timer and scheduling feature to select the days and hours you want to be recorded.
- Waterproof Case: Exterior housing protects the camera and includes a CS mount for interchangeable lenses to capture the smallest details for plant progression videos. Once recorded, the video is instantly available to share.
- Industry-Leading Expertise: With years of expertise in time lapse cameras, Brinno delivers premium, user-friendly products designed for both amateur enthusiasts and professional users, ensuring superior performance and durability.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B086K1PLM4 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #160,560 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #236 in Camcorders |
| Item model number | TLC2020 |
| Manufacturer | Brinno |
| Product Dimensions | 3.81 x 11.43 x 11.43 cm; 608 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Brinno
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Flash memory type:** SDHC, SmartMedia
- **Maximum aperture:** 2 f
- **Maximum focal length:** 19 Millimeters
- **Photo sensor technology:** CMOS
- **Screen size:** 2 Inches
- **Supported audio format:** AAC
- **Video capture format:** MP4
- **Video capture resolution:** 1080p

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it comes with waterproof case?**
A: Hello,
Yes, this comes with waterproof housing.

If you have questions after this, please feel free to reach out.

Jessica G.

**Q: Anyone use for time lapse? How did it work?**
A: Hello G.B,

BRINNO Empower TLC2020 Time lapse camera has three unique capture modes: Time Lapse (recording ready to share videos are just a click away), Step Video (recording short video clips at selected capture intervals) and Stop Motion (it auto combines photos into animated videos).

If you have other questions, please feel free to reach out.

Maria A.

**Q: Is there a setting to prevent the splitting of files, which the older brinno did not do?**
A: Hello,

May we know if you have set a schedule with your camera? If yes, there is an option in which the camera will auto COMBINE several daily files into a SINGLE AVI FILE. Just set your camera's schedule mode to "Continuous"
 
As the maximum file size of the TLC2000/TLC2020 is 500mb, a new file will be generated when the recording reaches 500MB. Therefore, if you are filming a long-term project you will end up with multiple video files with a maximum file size of 500MB.

**Q: How does it do in freezing temperatures?**
A: Hello,

The official operating temperature of our cameras is 32°F-113°F (0°C-45°C) however many of our customers have had success filming long term projects in locations such as Siberia and Dubai. If you are in an environment with extreme temperatures it might affect the battery life of your camera.

Your camera is not waterproof, filming outdoors will require using a waterproof housing such as our ATH1000 or ATH2000 housings. To avoid fogging please use desiccant packs or anti-fog pads inside your waterproof housing and replace them every few weeks (or as needed).

Make sure you are using high quality batteries such as Energizer Ultimate Lithium Batteries which have been made to withstand temperatures from -40ºC to 60ºC. Low quality batteries are unable to withstand extreme temperatures and using them will result in drastically lower battery lives.

If you have any more questions, please feel free to reach out to us at any time.

Lyra M.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***K on 26 July 2024*

Even after a firmware update the camera uses a lot of battery charge. Sometimes I'll set it to run the next morning and it doesn't start but uses more battery then usual if I start recording the night before. Case gets condensation on lens portion with large temperature changes and humid weather.

### ⭐ Review
*by A***R on 4 June 2024*

Extremely disappointed. We set it up to capture a new build. I tested it for a few days and everything seemed to be working great. Then left it for 5 days to record only to realize it had stopped recording a couple of days in, missing some of our biggest days that we were excited to capture for a final time lapse video. There is tons of storage and battery so it wasn't due to either of those. The schedule was set up properly. It wasn't a user error. Returning.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by G***S on 13 April 2021*

I have used multiple Brinno 720 P time lapse cameras over the years. They work well but they are not high enough resolution for my construction business. I just purchased this 1080 P TLC 2020 and used it on my first job. The clarity of the time lapse video is incredible to say the least. I am purchasing another TLC 2020 so I can do time lapse videos from multiple angles. This unit is also much easier to change the settings than the older model. I highly recommend it.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-28*