Hanwha L6082R vs Hanwha XNO-6010R: Specification Comparison
Both the Hanwha ANO-L6082R and XNO-6010R are 2MP outdoor wired bullet IP cameras powered by PoE, targeting perimeter and general surveillance applications. The L6082R distinguishes itself with a motorized varifocal lens and longer IR throw, while the XNO-6010R leads on wide-angle fixed coverage, higher WDR, richer analytics, dual edge storage, and a more ruggedized aluminum housing with IK10 vandal resistance. This comparison covers imaging, installation, and integration to help installers and IT buyers match the right model to their deployment requirements.
In This Guide
How do the imaging specs compare?
Both cameras share a 1/2.8" 2MP CMOS sensor delivering 1920×1080 resolution. The L6082R tops out at 30fps across all codecs, while the XNO-6010R is rated at 60fps maximum frame rate, offering smoother motion capture in high-activity scenes. Low-light performance differs slightly: the L6082R achieves 0.03 lux in color mode and 0 lux with IR active, versus the XNO-6010R at 0.055 lux color and 0 lux IR. The L6082R has a marginal low-light color edge, though both reach 0 lux in IR mode. WDR is a meaningful differentiator — the L6082R provides 120dB WDR, while the XNO-6010R delivers 150dB WDR, giving it a 30dB advantage in high-contrast scenes. The XNO-6010R also adds HLC and Defog as additional backlight/contrast tools not listed for the L6082R.
Lens characteristics diverge significantly. The L6082R uses a 3.3–10.3mm (3.1x) motorized varifocal lens with DC auto iris, providing horizontal field of view from 106° (wide) to approximately 30° (tele) and IR viewable length of 30m (98ft). The XNO-6010R uses a fixed 2.4mm focal length lens at F2.0, delivering a wide 139° horizontal, 73° vertical, and 167° diagonal field of view, but with a shorter IR range of 20m (65ft). The L6082R is the choice when zoom flexibility or longer IR reach is required; the XNO-6010R suits wide-area coverage from a fixed point.
What about installation and environment?
The L6082R carries an IP66 weatherproof rating. The XNO-6010R is rated IP67/IP66/NEMA 4X and IK10, meaning it adds submersion protection to IP67, NEMA 4X corrosion resistance, and IK10 impact resistance (10J) — a significant advantage in environments subject to vandalism, hose-down cleaning, or harsh industrial conditions. The L6082R housing is white plastic; the XNO-6010R is dark grey aluminum, which contributes to its greater weight (1220g vs 390g) and superior mechanical durability.
Both cameras operate over the same temperature range of -30°C to +55°C. Storage temperature differs: the L6082R is rated to -30°C / +55°C in storage, while the XNO-6010R stores from -50°C to +60°C, a wider cold and heat range. Power is PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 3 for both. Maximum power draw is 7.0W for the L6082R; the XNO-6010R draws up to 9.7W via PoE or 8.8W via its optional 12VDC input — a dual-power option the L6082R does not list. The XNO-6010R's 12VDC input provides installation flexibility where PoE switches are unavailable. The L6082R specifies a backbox accessory (SBV-A14B); no equivalent is listed in the XNO-6010R specs.
Which fits your VMS and analytics better?
Both cameras support ONVIF Profile S/G/T and Hanwha SUNAPI (HTTP API), making them compatible with the same broad range of VMS platforms. The XNO-6010R additionally lists Wisenet Open Platform support, enabling third-party application installation directly on the camera. Streaming capacity differs: the L6082R supports up to 6 unicast users and 3 stream profiles; the XNO-6010R supports 20 unicast users and up to 10 stream profiles, a substantial advantage for larger monitoring stations or multi-client environments.
Analytics depth strongly favors the XNO-6010R. The L6082R provides motion detection, tampering, virtual area (intrusion/enter/exit), and virtual line (crossing/direction). The XNO-6010R adds defocus detection, fog detection, face detection, digital auto tracking, appear/disappear, loitering, audio detection, sound classification, and Business Intelligence functions including people counting, queue management, and heatmap — none of which are listed for the L6082R. Audio I/O is present only on the XNO-6010R (mic/line in, line out; G.711/G.726 compression). The L6082R lists no audio capability. Edge storage is also substantially different: the L6082R offers a single Micro SD slot up to 32GB, while the XNO-6010R provides dual Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC slots supporting up to 512GB. The XNO-6010R also carries 1024MB RAM versus the L6082R's 512MB.
Which should you choose: the L6082R or the XNO-6010R?
Our take: The XNO-6010R is the stronger choice when your deployment demands wide-area fixed coverage, richer analytics, or higher environmental ruggedization — but the ANO-L6082R is the right call when motorized zoom flexibility and longer IR reach are the primary requirements. On core differentiators: the XNO-6010R delivers 150dB WDR versus the L6082R's 120dB, supports up to 512GB dual-slot edge storage versus the L6082R's single-slot 32GB cap, and adds IK10 vandal resistance plus IP67/NEMA 4X certification that the IP66-only L6082R does not carry. Conversely, the L6082R's 3.3–10.3mm motorized varifocal lens spans a wider-to-tighter range and provides 30m IR throw versus the XNO-6010R's 20m fixed-lens 20m IR. Choose the L6082R for perimeter scenes requiring optical zoom or extended IR detection distance; choose the XNO-6010R for wide-angle fixed-point installations, vandal-prone environments, audio capture, or deployments needing advanced video analytics and larger on-board storage.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Spec-for-spec, from manufacturer data.
| Specification | Hanwha L6082R | Hanwha XNO-6010R |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 2MP (1920×1080) | 2MP |
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8" CMOS | 1/2.8" 2MP CMOS |
| Lens / Focal Length | 3.3–10.3mm motorized varifocal (3.1x); F1.6–F3.3 | 2.4mm fixed; F2.0 |
| Horizontal Field of View | 106° (wide) to ~30° (tele) | 139° |
| Min. Illumination (Color / IR) | 0.03 lux color / 0 lux IR | 0.055 lux color / 0 lux IR |
| IR Range | 30m (98ft) | 20m (65ft) |
| Wide Dynamic Range | 120dB | 150dB |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps | 60fps |
| Video Compression | H.265 / H.264 (Main/High) / MJPEG | H.265 / H.264 (Main/Baseline/High) / MJPEG |
| IP Rating | IP66 | IP67 / IP66 / NEMA 4X |
| IK / Impact Rating | — | IK10 |
| Operating Temperature | -30°C to +55°C | -30°C to +55°C |
| Storage Temperature | -30°C to +55°C | -50°C to +60°C |
| Power Input / PoE Class | PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 3 only; max 7.0W | PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 3 (max 9.7W) or 12VDC (max 8.8W) |
| Edge Storage | 1x Micro SD/SDHC slot; up to 32GB | 2x Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC slots; up to 512GB |
| Audio | — | Mic/Line in + Line out; G.711 / G.726 |
| Alarm I/O | — | 1 input / 1 output |
| Unicast Streams / Profiles | 6 users / 3 profiles | 20 users / 10 profiles |
| Housing Material / Color | Plastic / White | Aluminum / Dark grey |
| Weight | 390g (0.86 lb) | 1220g (2.69 lb) |
| Warranty | 3-year | 3-year |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which should you choose: the L6082R or the XNO-6010R?
The XNO-6010R is the stronger choice when your deployment demands wide-area fixed coverage, richer analytics, or higher environmental ruggedization — but the ANO-L6082R is the right call when motorized zoom flexibility and longer IR reach are the primary requirements. On core differentiators: the XNO-6010R delivers 150dB WDR versus the L6082R's 120dB, supports up to 512GB dual-slot edge storage versus the L6082R's single-slot 32GB cap, and adds IK10 vandal resistance plus IP67/NEMA 4X certification that the IP66-only L6082R does not carry. Conversely, the L6082R's 3.3–10.3mm motorized varifocal lens spans a wider-to-tighter range and provides 30m IR throw versus the XNO-6010R's 20m fixed-lens 20m IR. Choose the L6082R for perimeter scenes requiring optical zoom or extended IR detection distance; choose the XNO-6010R for wide-angle fixed-point installations, vandal-prone environments, audio capture, or deployments needing advanced video analytics and larger on-board storage.
Is the ANO-L6082R or XNO-6010R better for low-light performance?
Both cameras reach 0 lux with IR active. In color (ambient light) mode, the L6082R is specified at 0.03 lux versus the XNO-6010R's 0.055 lux, giving the L6082R a marginal color low-light advantage per spec. However, the XNO-6010R's 150dB WDR (versus 120dB on the L6082R) provides superior handling of mixed bright-and-dark scenes, which is often the more practically relevant metric in outdoor surveillance.
Can I use either camera without a PoE switch?
The XNO-6010R lists a 12VDC power input as an alternative to PoE (IEEE 802.3af, Class 3), giving it deployment flexibility where a PoE switch is unavailable. The ANO-L6082R spec lists only PoE (IEEE 802.3af, Class 3) as its power source; no 12VDC or other alternative input is specified for that model.
Which camera is better suited to a vandal-prone or industrial outdoor environment?
The XNO-6010R is the clear choice: it is rated IK10 (10J impact resistance), IP67, and NEMA 4X, and its housing is dark grey aluminum. The ANO-L6082R is rated IP66 only, has no IK impact rating listed, and uses a white plastic housing. The XNO-6010R also has a wider storage temperature range (-50°C to +60°C versus -30°C to +55°C for the L6082R), adding resilience in extreme cold storage conditions.
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