Hanwha L6082R vs i-PRO U1532LA: Specification Comparison
Both the Hanwha ANO-L6082R and the i-PRO WV-U1532LA are 2MP wired outdoor bullet IP cameras powered by PoE, targeting the same mid-range fixed surveillance market. Each offers a motorized varifocal lens, H.265/H.264/MJPEG compression, ONVIF compatibility, 30m IR night vision, and 120dB dynamic range. This comparison examines how their sensor characteristics, optical range, environmental ratings, analytics, storage, and integration features differ to help installers and IT buyers select the right unit for their deployment.
In This Guide
How do the imaging specs compare?
The ANO-L6082R uses a 1/2.8" CMOS sensor while the WV-U1532LA uses an approximately 1/3" CMOS sensor — the Hanwha's larger sensor format generally captures more light per pixel, though real-world performance depends on additional processing. Minimum illumination figures reflect this: the ANO-L6082R reaches 0.03 lux in color and 0 lux with IR active, whereas the WV-U1532LA specifies 0.1 lux color and 0.04 lux B&W — a meaningful gap in low-light sensitivity per the published specs. Both cameras achieve 120dB WDR (Hanwha via SSDR, i-PRO via Super Dynamic at level 31) and 30fps at 1920×1080.
On optics, the ANO-L6082R offers a 3.3–10.3mm motorized varifocal lens delivering a 3.1x zoom ratio and a horizontal field of view ranging from 106° (wide) to approximately 34° (tele), with aperture F1.6 wide to F3.3 tele. The WV-U1532LA uses a 2.9–7.3mm motorized varifocal at F2.0 wide to F3.0 tele, yielding a 2.5x optical zoom and 100° to 43° horizontal FOV. The Hanwha's longer tele end (10.3mm vs 7.3mm) produces greater DORI reach: at tele, the ANO-L6082R identifies at 14.0m vs the WV-U1532LA's 9.8m. The WV-U1532LA adds a digital zoom up to 4x and an extended optical zoom of 3.8x at 720p resolution. Both cameras provide IR illumination rated to 30m.
What about installation and environment?
Both cameras carry an IP66 dust and water ingress rating. The WV-U1532LA adds NEMA 4X and IK10 impact resistance (IEC 62262) plus wind resistance up to 40 m/s (~89 mph), and an anti-condensation Temish element — none of these are specified for the ANO-L6082R. The ANO-L6082R's operating temperature range is −30°C to +55°C, while the WV-U1532LA is rated −30°C to +50°C — the Hanwha tolerates 5°C more heat. Both are PoE IEEE 802.3af-powered; the ANO-L6082R draws up to 7.0W (typical 5.0W) while the WV-U1532LA draws 6.7W. The ANO-L6082R housing is white plastic; the WV-U1532LA is aluminum die cast with PC and stainless steel hardware, which contributes to its heavier mass (860g vs 390g) and greater structural durability.
Mounting flexibility is broadly similar: both cameras support pan/tilt/rotate adjustment during installation. The ANO-L6082R specifies 0°–360° pan, 0°–100° tilt, and 0°–360° rotate. The WV-U1532LA specifies ±180° pan, 0°–100° tilt, and ±190°/+100° yaw for ceiling mounting. The WV-U1532LA also specifies wall-mount angular ranges separately (±100° horizontal, ±100° vertical). The ANO-L6082R dimensions are ø78.0×262.0mm at 390g; the WV-U1532LA is 112.5×112.5×262mm at 860g.
Which fits your VMS and analytics better?
Both cameras support ONVIF Profile S, G, and T, ensuring broad VMS compatibility. The ANO-L6082R supports up to 6 unicast users plus multicast and up to 3 simultaneous stream profiles. The WV-U1532LA supports up to 14 simultaneous users and adds MQTT and LLDP to its protocol stack alongside RTSP, neither of which is listed for the ANO-L6082R. The WV-U1532LA also lists mobile terminal compatibility (iPad, iPhone, Android) explicitly; the ANO-L6082R does not specify this. The WV-U1532LA includes Fog Compensation (0–8 levels) and Scene Change Detection; neither is listed for the ANO-L6082R.
For onboard analytics, the ANO-L6082R includes motion detection, tampering, virtual area intrusion/enter/exit, and virtual line crossing/direction — a broader built-in analytics suite per its spec sheet. The WV-U1532LA lists VMD (4 areas) and Scene Change Detection. The ANO-L6082R supports 6 privacy masking zones; the WV-U1532LA supports up to 8. Edge storage differs substantially: the ANO-L6082R supports microSD/SDHC up to 32GB, while the WV-U1532LA supports microSDXC up to 512GB — a 16× advantage for continuous local recording. Audio is not specified for the ANO-L6082R; the WV-U1532LA lists Audio Compression and Audio Transmission Mode fields but both are marked '—', indicating no audio support per the provided spec. The ANO-L6082R includes AES encryption, SD card partition encryption, device certificate (Hanwha Private Root CA), and 802.1X (EAP-TLS, EAP-LEAP, EAP-PEAP MSCHAPv2); the WV-U1532LA specifies device and host authentication, HTTPS, and 802.1X without detailing EAP methods. The ANO-L6082R carries a 3-year warranty; the WV-U1532LA carries a 5-year warranty.
Which should you choose: the L6082R or the U1532LA?
Our take: The ANO-L6082R is the stronger choice when low-light sensitivity, a wider zoom range, advanced built-in analytics, or a higher operating temperature ceiling are priorities. Its 1/2.8" sensor outclasses the WV-U1532LA's ~1/3" sensor on published minimum illumination (0.03 lux color vs 0.1 lux; 0 lux IR vs 0.04 lux B&W), its 3.1x motorized zoom (3.3–10.3mm) yields a tele identification range of 14.0m versus the WV-U1532LA's 9.8m, and its operating ceiling reaches +55°C versus +50°C. The WV-U1532LA earns the edge for physically demanding sites: its aluminum die-cast body, IK10 impact rating, NEMA 4X compliance, and 40 m/s wind rating are not matched by the plastic-bodied ANO-L6082R. The WV-U1532LA also supports up to 512GB edge storage (vs 32GB), up to 14 simultaneous users (vs 6), and includes a 5-year warranty vs 3 years. Choose the ANO-L6082R for light-sensitive or high-temperature outdoor applications with richer analytics needs; choose the WV-U1532LA where structural durability, long-term local recording, or multi-user access is paramount.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Spec-for-spec, from manufacturer data.
| Specification | Hanwha L6082R | i-PRO U1532LA |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 2MP (1920×1080) | 2MP (1920×1080) |
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8" CMOS | Approx. 1/3" CMOS |
| Lens / Focal Length | 3.3–10.3mm motorized varifocal (3.1x) | 2.9–7.3mm motorized varifocal (2.5x) |
| Max Aperture | F1.6 (wide) / F3.3 (tele) | F2.0 (wide) / F3.0 (tele) |
| Min Illumination | 0.03 lux color / 0 lux IR | 0.1 lux color / 0.04 lux B&W |
| IR Range | 30m (98ft) | 30m (98ft) |
| WDR | 120dB | 120dB (Super Dynamic level 31) |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps @ 2MP (H.265/H.264) | 30fps @ 1920×1080 (H.265/H.264) |
| Video Compression | H.265, H.264, MJPEG | H.265, H.264, MJPEG |
| IP Rating | IP66 | IP66, NEMA 4X |
| IK / Impact Rating | — | IK10 (IEC 62262) |
| Operating Temperature | −30°C to +55°C | −30°C to +50°C |
| Power Input / PoE | PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 3 / 7.0W max | PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0 / 6.7W |
| Edge Storage | microSD/SDHC up to 32GB | microSDXC up to 512GB |
| ONVIF Profile | S / G / T | G / S / T |
| Simultaneous Users | 6 unicast + multicast | Up to 14 |
| Weight | 390g (0.86 lb) | 860g (1.90 lb) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which should you choose: the L6082R or the U1532LA?
The ANO-L6082R is the stronger choice when low-light sensitivity, a wider zoom range, advanced built-in analytics, or a higher operating temperature ceiling are priorities. Its 1/2.8" sensor outclasses the WV-U1532LA's ~1/3" sensor on published minimum illumination (0.03 lux color vs 0.1 lux; 0 lux IR vs 0.04 lux B&W), its 3.1x motorized zoom (3.3–10.3mm) yields a tele identification range of 14.0m versus the WV-U1532LA's 9.8m, and its operating ceiling reaches +55°C versus +50°C. The WV-U1532LA earns the edge for physically demanding sites: its aluminum die-cast body, IK10 impact rating, NEMA 4X compliance, and 40 m/s wind rating are not matched by the plastic-bodied ANO-L6082R. The WV-U1532LA also supports up to 512GB edge storage (vs 32GB), up to 14 simultaneous users (vs 6), and includes a 5-year warranty vs 3 years. Choose the ANO-L6082R for light-sensitive or high-temperature outdoor applications with richer analytics needs; choose the WV-U1532LA where structural durability, long-term local recording, or multi-user access is paramount.
Is the ANO-L6082R or WV-U1532LA better for low-light and night surveillance?
Based on the published specs, the ANO-L6082R has an advantage: its 1/2.8" CMOS sensor reaches 0.03 lux in color and 0 lux with IR active, compared to the WV-U1532LA's 0.1 lux color and 0.04 lux B&W. Both cameras provide 30m IR illumination, but the Hanwha's lower minimum illumination figures indicate greater sensitivity in dim conditions per spec.
Which camera is more rugged for harsh outdoor environments?
The WV-U1532LA is the more ruggedized option per spec: it carries an IK10 impact resistance rating (the ANO-L6082R does not specify IK rating), NEMA 4X certification in addition to IP66, wind resistance up to 40 m/s, and an aluminum die-cast housing with stainless steel hardware. The ANO-L6082R uses a plastic housing and is rated IP66 only. However, the ANO-L6082R tolerates a higher operating temperature (+55°C vs +50°C).
Can either camera record locally without an NVR, and for how long?
Both cameras support local edge recording via microSD card. The WV-U1532LA supports microSDXC cards up to 512GB, while the ANO-L6082R is limited to microSD/SDHC up to 32GB — a 16× difference in maximum local storage capacity. For deployments requiring extended local recording without NVR infrastructure, the WV-U1532LA offers significantly more onboard storage headroom.
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