
How to enable WDR or HDR functions on Imou camera – Why does your Imou camera show dark images during the day? This usually happens when the camera faces strong outdoor light, making indoor areas look dark or backlit. To solve this problem, simply enable the WDR or HDR feature on your Imou camera.
The Imou camera’s WDR function can be activated through the app, below is a complete guide that you can follow.
WDR Settings on Imou Camera, Prevent Dark Images During the Day
Requirements
- All Imou Camera Models
- Smartphone with the Imou Life App installed
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1 – Open the Imou Life app.
Step 2 – Log in to the app using your registered account. You’ll then be redirected to the app’s main page.
Step 3 – Tap the colon on the camera.

Step 4 – Select Device Details.

Step 5 – Scroll down on the device details page and Tap HDR.

Step 6 – Tap the toggle switch once. The toggle switch will turn green, indicating that the WDR function is active.


Conclusion
So, how about it, does your Imou camera display clearer images?
After activating the WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) function, the camera should display clearer and more detailed images. Previously dark images will appear more balanced. You can see an example of the image below between the active WDR function and the inactive WDR function.
That’s the complete setup guide for enabling WDR on an Imou camera. We hope this is helpful, and if you have any questions, please leave them in the comments section.