Hanwha SLA-2M3600Q 2MP Lens Module for PNM-9000VQ

Hanwha SLA-2M3600Q 2MP Lens Module

The Hanwha SLA-2M3600Q is a precision 2MP lens module engineered for the PNM-9000VQ modular camera platform. This interchangeable lens solution lets you configure multiple deployment zones with different focal lengths from a single camera body, cutting hardware inventory and reducing total cost of ownership across multi-site installations.

Overview

The SLA-2M3600Q (often searched as SLA 2M3600Q) pairs a 1/2.8" 2MP CMOS sensor with four fixed focal length options—2.4mm, 2.8mm, 3.6mm, or 6.0mm—to match your specific coverage needs. The 3.6mm standard configuration delivers a 94.8° horizontal field of view, suitable for general-area monitoring in retail, office, and perimeter applications. Shorter focal lengths expand coverage for entrance halls and reception areas; the 6.0mm telephoto option focuses on specific zones or long-range detail.

Day/night capability automatically switches between color mode in daylight and black-and-white mode in low-light conditions, eliminating the need for manual mode changes or supplemental lighting infrastructure—a practical benefit when deploying across facilities with inconsistent lighting conditions.

Key Features

• 1/2.8" 2MP CMOS Sensor: Captures sufficient detail for facial identification and object recognition across typical commercial surveillance distances (10–30 feet), while keeping bandwidth and storage requirements manageable in multi-camera network deployments where shared infrastructure is the norm.
• Four Fixed Focal Lengths (2.4mm, 2.8mm, 3.6mm, 6.0mm): Eliminates the need for varifocal optics and their associated power draw and complexity. Fixed focal lengths are more durable and faster to commission—select the right focal length at purchase, deploy, and forget about lens drift or focus calibration issues down the line.
• 94.8° Horizontal Field of View (3.6mm): The standard 3.6mm option covers most interior spaces without dead zones, reducing the number of cameras needed to achieve full coverage in corridors, sales floors, and office areas.
• Day/Night IR Capability: Integrated day/night switching ensures 24/7 surveillance without external IR illuminators. CMOS sensor technology handles lighting transitions reliably, especially in spaces where you cannot or will not install supplemental lighting (e.g., retail showrooms, office areas with aesthetic constraints).
• Modular Form Factor: Designed exclusively for the PNM-9000VQ platform, the SLA-2M3600Q mounts directly without adapters, ensuring precise optical and mechanical alignment. Mechanical compatibility is guaranteed—no field-level surprises or optical vignetting.
• Professional Lens Module Design: Rugged optical assembly built to withstand repeated lens changes in multi-camera deployments, where technicians may swap focal lengths or refresh lenses without replacing the entire camera body.

Integration and Compatibility

The SLA-2M3600Q is a native lens module for the PNM-9000VQ modular camera. Compatibility is guaranteed at the mechanical and optical level—no firmware updates, driver conflicts, or image distortion when pairing with the base platform. This design approach is especially valuable in large-scale deployments where standardization reduces support overhead and spare parts inventory.

Choose one focal length per camera location and deploy. No motorized zoom, no auto-focus drift, no focus-loss failures in the field. The tradeoff is inflexibility—if you need to change focal length later, you swap the lens module rather than adjusting zoom. In practice, this is a strength: fixed focal length means one less mechanical system to fail and one less field adjustment scenario your technicians must handle.

Typical Deployments

• Retail and commercial facility monitoring with consistent lighting
• Office building corridors, entrances, and common areas
• Parking lot and perimeter monitoring (6.0mm telephoto variant)
• Modular security system expansions where you need to reconfigure focal lengths across multiple locations without replacing camera bodies
• Multi-zone coverage strategies using the same hardware platform with different optics

When to Choose a Different Model

If your deployment requires motorized zoom or continuous focal length adjustment, consider a varifocal variant in the Hanwha IP camera line instead. If you need more than 2MP resolution (e.g., long-distance facial recognition beyond 30 feet), a higher-megapixel module in the PNM-9000VQ ecosystem may be required. If outdoor or extreme-temperature deployments are part of your plan, confirm environmental ratings with your system integrator, as the SLA-2M3600Q's specifications may not cover all weathering scenarios.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I change focal lengths after installation?

A: Yes. The SLA-2M3600Q lens module is removable and interchangeable with other focal length modules in the PNM-9000VQ family. You can swap focal lengths on-site, though you'll need to physically remove and replace the module. There's no motorized zoom, so plan focal length selection upfront to minimize field changes.

Q: What's the minimum light level the SLA-2M3600Q requires?

A: The 2MP CMOS sensor with day/night capability switches to infrared (black-and-white) mode in low light. Exact lux thresholds are not specified in available documentation; consult the detailed datasheet or contact the manufacturer for precise low-light performance data if your deployment includes near-total darkness scenarios.

Q: Is the SLA-2M3600Q compatible with other camera models?

A: No. The SLA-2M3600Q is designed exclusively for the PNM-9000VQ modular camera platform. Mechanical and optical alignment are specific to that body. Using it with other Hanwha models or third-party cameras is not supported.

Q: What's the warranty on the SLA-2M3600Q?

A: Warranty terms are not specified in available product documentation. Contact your distributor or the manufacturer directly for warranty coverage details.

Q: How does 2MP resolution compare to higher-megapixel options?

A: 2MP (1920 × 1080) is adequate for identification and monitoring in typical commercial settings (retail, office, parking) up to roughly 30 feet. Beyond that, or if you need to resolve fine detail (license plates, facial features at distance), 4MP or 5MP variants may be necessary. 2MP reduces network bandwidth and storage overhead, which is a real benefit in multi-camera deployments with shared infrastructure.

Q: Does the SLA-2M3600Q include IR illumination?

A: The module supports day/night operation, but IR illuminator capability depends on the PNM-9000VQ camera body itself, not the lens module. Confirm IR illumination specs with the camera body documentation.

Marty Allison

Perspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.

The modular lens approach of the PNM-9000VQ ecosystem with the SLA-2M3600Q solves a real problem in mid-to-large deployments: standardizing on a single camera body while deploying different focal lengths across multiple locations. Fewer SKUs in your warehouse, fewer body variants to train technicians on, and the ability to reconfigure focal lengths on-site by swapping just the lens module—not the entire camera. That's operational efficiency most deployments overlook.

Technical Highlights:

• 1/2.8" 2MP CMOS Sensor: 2MP strikes a practical balance between detail and bandwidth. In a 10-camera retail deployment, the difference between 2MP and 5MP can be 30–50% more network load and storage. At 2MP, you get reliable identification across typical indoor distances (15–30 feet) without straining shared infrastructure.
• Four Fixed Focal Lengths (2.4–6.0mm): Fixed optics mean no motorized focus mechanisms to fail, no drift over time, and faster deployment—mount and commission. The 3.6mm standard covers most interior corridors and common areas at 94.8° FOV. The 6.0mm telephoto is your tool for perimeter monitoring or focused long-range detail.
• Day/Night CMOS with Automatic Switching: CMOS sensors typically handle lighting transitions better than CCD alternatives. Automatic day/night eliminates manual mode switching and reduces the need for supplemental IR lighting in spaces where you want to minimize visible infrastructure (retail showrooms, office environments).

Deployment Considerations:

• Focal length is fixed at commissioning. If your coverage requirements shift, you swap the lens module—expect 15–30 minutes downtime per camera. Plan focal lengths carefully in the design phase.
• 2MP resolution is a ceiling for detail capture. Facial identification is viable up to roughly 30 feet; beyond that, or if you need to resolve fine detail (license plates, small text), move to a higher-megapixel module or supplement with dedicated long-range cameras.

The SLA-2M3600Q is well-suited to standardized commercial deployments—retail chains, office parks, parking facilities, and warehouse perimeters where lighting is controlled and coverage distances are predictable. It's not the choice for long-range facial recognition or outdoor extreme-weather applications, but for those mid-range indoor and semi-outdoor scenarios where you want rugged, repeatable performance across dozens of locations, the modular PNM-9000VQ platform with this 2MP lens delivers real value.