Hanwha C9253R vs i-PRO X66700-Z3S: Specification Comparison
Both the Hanwha XNP-C9253R and the i-PRO WV-X66700-Z3S are 8MP (4K) outdoor PTZ dome cameras powered by PoE++ and rated IP66/IK10, making them direct cross-shop candidates for large-area perimeter surveillance. This comparison covers imaging performance, physical installation requirements, and VMS/analytics integration based solely on manufacturer-published specifications for each model.
In This Guide
How do the imaging specs compare?
Both cameras share a 1/2.8" CMOS sensor at 8MP (3840×2160) and deliver a maximum 30fps at full resolution. The Hanwha C9253R offers a 25x optical zoom (5–125mm, F1.6–F3.73) with an additional 32x digital multiplier for a total 800x combined zoom, while the i-PRO X66700-Z3S provides a 30x optical zoom (4.5–135mm, F1.8–F4.7) plus up to 90x digital zoom at 1280×720 resolution. Minimum color illumination is 0.1 Lux for the Hanwha (with 0 Lux IR); the i-PRO specifies 0.1 Lux B&W only — color low-light floor is not stated in the provided specs. The i-PRO's Super Dynamic WDR reaches a stated maximum of 132 dB, while the Hanwha claims Extreme WDR at 120 dB.
IR range is a meaningful differentiator: the Hanwha's Wise IR system is rated to 200m (656ft), whereas the i-PRO lists a focus range starting at 3.0m with no IR throw distance stated in the provided specifications. At DORI Identify range the i-PRO reaches 352m tele vs. the Hanwha's 324.7m tele — a 27m tele advantage for the i-PRO at that discrimination threshold. Pan speed is identical at 700°/s (preset); tilt max preset speed is 500°/s on both. The Hanwha's tilt range is 110° (–20° to +90°), identical in operational arc to the i-PRO's –20° to +90°.
What about installation and environment?
Both units are IP66 and IK10 rated, PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt Class 6), and housed in aluminum/polycarbonate dome enclosures. The Hanwha draws a typical 24W with a 40W maximum; the i-PRO is rated at 37.8W — relevant when sizing injectors or switches. Operating temperature for the Hanwha is –40°C to +55°C; the i-PRO is rated –50°C to +60°C, a meaningful advantage in extreme-cold or high-heat deployments. The i-PRO additionally specifies wind resistance up to 40m/s (~89mph), a spec absent from the Hanwha documentation. The Hanwha adds NEMA 4X and NEMA-TS 2 certifications; the i-PRO lists NEMA-TS2 only.
Physical footprint differs slightly: the Hanwha measures ø158×293.3mm at 3,200g (7.05 lb), while the i-PRO is ø167×205mm at approximately 3,000g. The Hanwha ships with an injector included per specs; the i-PRO does not state this. The Hanwha also includes a Spin Dry / lens heater water-removal feature; no equivalent is noted in the i-PRO specs. The Hanwha supports dual microSD slots (2×512GB = 1TB total); the i-PRO supports a single microSDXC slot up to 512GB.
Which fits your VMS and analytics better?
Both cameras support ONVIF Profiles G, M, S, and T, H.265/H.264/MJPEG compression, CBR and VBR bitrate control, and SNMPv1/v2c/v3. The Hanwha supports up to 20 unicast users and 128 multicast users across up to 10 streaming profiles; the i-PRO supports up to 14 simultaneous users. Protocol coverage is broader on the Hanwha, which adds SRTP, NTCIP1205, MQTT, Bonjour, CDP, LLDP, and QoS explicitly; the i-PRO also lists SRTP, MQTT, NTCIP, DiffServ, and MLD for IPv6. Both support MQTT for IoT integration and 802.1X network authentication.
On-board AI analytics differ in scope. The Hanwha classifies persons, faces, vehicles (type: car/bus/truck/motorcycle/bicycle), and license plates, with virtual line/area crossing, directional detection, and object auto-tracking for persons and vehicles. The i-PRO offers AI Video Motion Detection, AI Face Detection, and AI Sound Classification (gunshot, yell, vehicle horn, glass break) — the last being absent from the Hanwha spec. The Hanwha provides 32 privacy mask zones with mosaic support; the i-PRO also supports 32 zones. Audio I/O (3.5mm stereo jack in/out) is documented for the i-PRO; the Hanwha references audio output only via alarm events and does not list a physical audio jack in the provided specs. The i-PRO specifies 3 alarm inputs and 1 alarm output; the Hanwha notes alarm input via optional I/O box SPM-4210 — on-camera alarm terminals are not documented in the provided specs. The i-PRO carries a 5-year warranty; the Hanwha carries a 3-year warranty.
Which should you choose: the C9253R or the X66700-Z3S?
Our take: The i-PRO WV-X66700-Z3S is the stronger choice when operational temperature extremes, longer warranty coverage, and native audio I/O are priorities: it is rated to –50°C vs. the Hanwha's –40°C lower bound, carries a 5-year warranty vs. 3 years, and provides documented 3.5mm audio jacks and 3 on-camera alarm inputs without an add-on I/O module. The Hanwha XNP-C9253R is the stronger choice when IR illumination range, multi-category AI analytics depth, and on-board storage capacity are the deciding factors: it specifies 200m Wise IR (vs. no IR throw stated for the i-PRO), classifies license plates and vehicle subtypes in addition to faces and persons, and supports dual 512GB microSD slots (1TB total) vs. a single 512GB slot. Both are 8MP PoE++ Class 6 PTZ domes with identical ONVIF profile coverage; platform choice should also account with existing Hanwha Wisenet or i-PRO VMS ecosystem compatibility.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Spec-for-spec, from manufacturer data.
| Specification | Hanwha C9253R | i-PRO X66700-Z3S |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 8MP (3840×2160) | 8MP (3840×2160) |
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8" CMOS | Approx. 1/2.8" CMOS |
| Optical Zoom / Focal Length | 25x (5–125mm) | 30x (4.5–135mm) |
| Digital / Total Zoom | 32x digital / 800x total | 90x digital (at 1280×720) |
| Max Aperture (Wide) | F1.6 | F1.8 |
| Min. Illumination | 0.1 Lux color / 0 Lux IR | 0.1 Lux B&W (color not stated) |
| IR Range | 200m (Wise IR) | Not stated in provided specs |
| Wide Dynamic Range | Extreme WDR 120dB | Super Dynamic max 132dB |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps @ 8MP | 30fps @ 8MP |
| Video Compression | H.265 / H.264 / MJPEG | H.265 / H.264 / MJPEG (JPEG) |
| IP Rating | IP66 | IP66 |
| Vandal / Impact Rating | IK10 | IK10 |
| Additional Certifications | NEMA 4X, NEMA-TS 2 | NEMA-TS2 |
| Operating Temperature | –40°C to +55°C | –50°C to +60°C |
| Power Input / PoE Class | PoE++ 802.3bt Class 6 / Max 40W | PoE++ 802.3bt / 37.8W |
| Edge Storage | Dual microSD up to 1TB (2×512GB) | Single microSDXC up to 512GB |
| Audio I/O | Not listed in provided specs | 3.5mm stereo in + out |
| Alarm I/O (on-camera) | Via optional SPM-4210 I/O box | 3x Alarm IN, 1x Alarm OUT, 1x AUX OUT |
| ONVIF Profiles | G / M / S / T | G / M / S / T |
| AI Analytics | Person, face, vehicle type, license plate, auto-tracking | AI VMD, AI face detection, AI sound classification |
| Dimensions (mm) | ø158 × 293.3mm | ø167 × 205mm |
| Weight | 3,200g (7.05 lb) | Approx. 3,000g |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which should you choose: the C9253R or the X66700-Z3S?
The i-PRO WV-X66700-Z3S is the stronger choice when operational temperature extremes, longer warranty coverage, and native audio I/O are priorities: it is rated to –50°C vs. the Hanwha's –40°C lower bound, carries a 5-year warranty vs. 3 years, and provides documented 3.5mm audio jacks and 3 on-camera alarm inputs without an add-on I/O module. The Hanwha XNP-C9253R is the stronger choice when IR illumination range, multi-category AI analytics depth, and on-board storage capacity are the deciding factors: it specifies 200m Wise IR (vs. no IR throw stated for the i-PRO), classifies license plates and vehicle subtypes in addition to faces and persons, and supports dual 512GB microSD slots (1TB total) vs. a single 512GB slot. Both are 8MP PoE++ Class 6 PTZ domes with identical ONVIF profile coverage; platform choice should also account with existing Hanwha Wisenet or i-PRO VMS ecosystem compatibility.
Is the C9253R or X66700-Z3S better for low-light performance?
Both specify 0.1 Lux minimum illumination. The Hanwha states this as a color figure with 0 Lux in IR mode and documents a 200m IR throw distance. The i-PRO's 0.1 Lux figure is listed as B&W only in the provided specs, and no IR throw distance is stated. On available spec data, the Hanwha provides more complete low-light and IR documentation.
Which camera handles wider temperature extremes?
The i-PRO X66700-Z3S is rated –50°C to +60°C operating. The Hanwha C9253R is rated –40°C to +55°C. The i-PRO has a 10°C advantage at both the cold and hot ends of the operating range.
Do both cameras support on-board audio and alarm I/O without extra hardware?
The i-PRO X66700-Z3S documents 3.5mm stereo audio input and output jacks plus 3 alarm inputs and 1 alarm output directly on the unit. The Hanwha C9253R's provided specs reference alarm input only via the optional SPM-4210 I/O box; no onboard audio jack is listed in the available spec data.
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