Hanwha C8011R vs i-PRO S22500-F6L: Specification Comparison
Both the Hanwha QNV-C8011R and the i-PRO WV-S22500-F6L are fixed-lens, 5MP IP dome cameras aimed at the commercial surveillance market. The Hanwha is rated for outdoor deployment with full environmental sealing, while the i-PRO is specified as an indoor vandal-resistant unit. Despite the deployment difference, integrators frequently cross-shop these two when evaluating covered indoor/outdoor entryways, lobbies, or parking structures with canopy coverage, making a direct specification comparison relevant for procurement decisions.
In This Guide
How do the imaging specs compare?
Both cameras use an approximately 1/2.8-inch CMOS sensor and deliver 5MP at 30fps. The Hanwha C8011R captures at 2592×1944 through a 3.0mm fixed lens with a 100° horizontal field of view, while the i-PRO S22500-F6L captures up to 3072×2304 through a 3.2mm fixed lens with a 48° horizontal field of view in 16:9 mode. The C8011R's wider FOV suits area coverage; the S22500-F6L's narrower angle produces a longer effective reach, reflected in its DORI Detect range of 138m versus 43.5m for the C8011R.
In low light, the C8011R specifies 0.03 lux color minimum illumination with 850nm IR to 20m, while the S22500-F6L specifies 0.08 lux color (30IRE, F1.6, 1/30s) with IR rated at 25m (30IRE) or 20m (50IRE). The C8011R therefore has a lower stated color minimum illumination. On dynamic range, the S22500-F6L claims 132dB maximum (Super Dynamic on, Level 31), compared to 120dB WDR on the C8011R—a 12dB advantage for the i-PRO in high-contrast lighting conditions. Both share a maximum aperture of F1.6.
What about installation and environment?
The Hanwha C8011R is rated IP66 and IK10 with NEMA 4X, supporting an operating temperature range of -40°C to +55°C—making it suitable for harsh outdoor environments including cold climates. The i-PRO S22500-F6L carries an IK10 vandal rating but is not assigned an IP ingress rating in the provided specifications; its operating range is -10°C to +50°C (power-on: 0°C to +50°C), restricting it to indoor or climate-controlled spaces.
Both cameras are powered via PoE IEEE 802.3af. The C8011R is PoE Class 3 with a maximum draw of 8.5W. The S22500-F6L is listed as PoE Class 0 and also accepts DC12V at 880mA. The C8011R weighs 522g (1.15 lb) at ø110×77mm; the S22500-F6L is larger and heavier at ø129.5×102.5mm and approximately 800g (1.77 lbs). The C8011R includes a micro USB Type-B port for local installation preview at 1280×720, a convenience feature not listed for the S22500-F6L.
Which fits your VMS and analytics better?
Both cameras support ONVIF Profile S/G/T/M and H.265/H.264/MJPEG compression. The C8011R supports up to 20 simultaneous unicast users and up to 5 streaming profiles, while the S22500-F6L supports up to 14 simultaneous users. The S22500-F6L adds SFTP and MQTT protocol support, which are not listed in the C8011R's protocol stack. The C8011R lists SUNAPI (Hanwha HTTP API) for deeper integration with Wisenet VMS platforms.
On analytics, the C8011R provides AI-based people and vehicle counting, virtual line crossing, virtual area intrusion, queue management, heatmap, and WiseStream III bandwidth optimization—all edge-resident. The S22500-F6L provides AI motion detection, face detection, vehicle detection, and AI sound classification (gunshot, yell, vehicle horn, glass break), the last of which is not listed for the C8011R. Audio I/O is specified on the S22500-F6L (3.5mm mic input and output, G.711/G.726 compression, alarm terminals); the C8011R spec data does not list an audio input or output port. Both support microSD/SDXC edge storage up to 256GB (C8011R) and up to 512GB (S22500-F6L). The S22500-F6L carries a 5-year warranty versus the C8011R's 3-year warranty.
Which should you choose: the C8011R or the S22500-F6L?
Our take: The C8011R is the stronger choice when the deployment is outdoors or in environments with extreme temperatures, as it is IP66/NEMA4X-rated and operates from -40°C to +55°C—ranges the indoor-only S22500-F6L cannot meet. Key spec deltas: the C8011R delivers a 100° horizontal field of view versus 48° on the S22500-F6L, suiting wide-area coverage, while the S22500-F6L's 132dB Super Dynamic Range exceeds the C8011R's 120dB WDR for scenes with severe backlighting. The S22500-F6L supports DORI Detect at 138m versus 43.5m for the C8011R, giving it a narrow-corridor or long-range identification advantage indoors. Choose the S22500-F6L for covered indoor spaces requiring audio I/O, AI sound classification, longer edge storage (512GB), and a 5-year warranty. Choose the C8011R for outdoor or multi-environment deployments requiring IP66 sealing, wider FOV, and Hanwha-ecosystem analytics including heatmap and queue management.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Spec-for-spec, from manufacturer data.
| Specification | Hanwha C8011R | i-PRO S22500-F6L |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 2592×1944 (5MP) | 3072×2304 (5MP) |
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8" CMOS | Approx. 1/2.8 type CMOS |
| Focal Length | 3.0mm fixed | 3.2mm fixed |
| Horizontal Field of View | 100° | 48° (16:9 mode) |
| Min. Illumination (Color) | 0.03 lux | 0.08 lux (30IRE, F1.6, 1/30s) |
| Min. Illumination (IR) | 0 lux | 0 lux |
| IR Range | 20m (850nm) | 25m (30IRE) / 20m (50IRE) |
| Wide Dynamic Range | 120dB | 132dB (Super Dynamic On, Level 31) |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps @ 5MP | 30fps |
| Video Compression | H.265, H.264, MJPEG | H.265, H.264, MJPEG |
| IP Rating | IP66 / NEMA4X | Not specified (indoor-rated) |
| IK / Impact Rating | IK10 | IK10 |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +55°C | -10°C to +50°C (power-on: 0°C to +50°C) |
| Power Input / PoE Class | PoE 802.3af / Class 3 (max 8.5W) | PoE 802.3af / Class 0; also DC12V 880mA |
| Edge Storage | microSD/SDXC up to 256GB | microSDXC up to 512GB |
| Audio | Not listed | 3.5mm mic in + audio out; G.711/G.726 |
| ONVIF Profiles | S/G/T/M | S/G/T/M |
| AI Analytics | People/vehicle count, heatmap, queue mgmt, virtual line/area | Face detection, AI motion/vehicle detection, AI sound classification |
| Weight | 522g (1.15 lb) | Approx. 800g (1.77 lbs) |
| Dimensions | ø110×77mm | ø129.5×102.5mm |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which should you choose: the C8011R or the S22500-F6L?
The C8011R is the stronger choice when the deployment is outdoors or in environments with extreme temperatures, as it is IP66/NEMA4X-rated and operates from -40°C to +55°C—ranges the indoor-only S22500-F6L cannot meet. Key spec deltas: the C8011R delivers a 100° horizontal field of view versus 48° on the S22500-F6L, suiting wide-area coverage, while the S22500-F6L's 132dB Super Dynamic Range exceeds the C8011R's 120dB WDR for scenes with severe backlighting. The S22500-F6L supports DORI Detect at 138m versus 43.5m for the C8011R, giving it a narrow-corridor or long-range identification advantage indoors. Choose the S22500-F6L for covered indoor spaces requiring audio I/O, AI sound classification, longer edge storage (512GB), and a 5-year warranty. Choose the C8011R for outdoor or multi-environment deployments requiring IP66 sealing, wider FOV, and Hanwha-ecosystem analytics including heatmap and queue management.
Is the C8011R or S22500-F6L better for low-light performance?
Based on stated specs, the C8011R specifies a lower color minimum illumination of 0.03 lux versus the S22500-F6L's 0.08 lux (both at F1.6). Both reach 0 lux with IR active. The S22500-F6L's IR is rated at 25m (30IRE) compared to 20m for the C8011R. Neither spec sheet provides matched test conditions for a direct apples-to-apples lux comparison.
Can either camera be used outdoors?
The Hanwha C8011R is rated IP66 and NEMA4X for outdoor use and operates from -40°C to +55°C. The i-PRO S22500-F6L does not carry an IP ingress rating in the provided specifications and is specified for indoor environments with an operating range of -10°C to +50°C (power-on: 0°C minimum); it should not be installed in unprotected outdoor locations.
Which camera supports audio recording or sound detection?
The i-PRO S22500-F6L includes a 3.5mm mic input and audio output jack, supports G.711 and G.726 audio compression, and provides AI sound classification for gunshot, yell, vehicle horn, and glass break events. The Hanwha C8011R's provided specifications do not list an audio input or output, and AI sound classification is not listed among its analytics features.
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