Hanwha QNO-8010R vs Hanwha XNB-8000: Specification Comparison
Both the Hanwha QNO-8010R and XNB-8000 are fixed outdoor bullet IP cameras delivering 5MP resolution at 30fps, making them direct cross-shop candidates for perimeter and area surveillance installations. The QNO-8010R is a self-contained fixed-lens unit with integrated IR illumination, while the XNB-8000 is a box-style bullet camera with interchangeable C/CS-mount lenses, onboard audio I/O, and a built-in gyro stabilizer. This comparison covers imaging performance, installation and environmental fit, and VMS/analytics integration to help integrators and IT buyers select the right platform for their deployment.
In This Guide
How do the imaging specs compare?
The QNO-8010R uses a 1/2.8" CMOS sensor at 2592×1944 (5MP) with a fixed 2.8mm lens at F2.0, yielding a 105° horizontal field of view. Minimum illumination is 0.15 Lux color and 0 Lux in IR mode, supported by an 850nm IR LED array with a rated range of 20m (65.62ft). The XNB-8000 uses a larger 1/1.8" CMOS sensor at 2560×1920 (5MP) with no fixed focal length — it accepts C/CS-mount lenses with DC auto-iris or P-iris control and simple focus adjustment. Minimum illumination is 0.07 Lux color and 0.007 Lux B/W. No IR illuminator or IR range is specified in the XNB-8000 data; IR night vision is listed as a feature but no illumination distance is provided in the supplied specs.
Both cameras deliver 120dB Wide Dynamic Range and share WDR, BLC, and ATW/AWC white balance. Both operate at up to 30fps and support H.265/H.264/MJPEG with WiseStream II smart codec and CBR/VBR bitrate control. The XNB-8000 adds HLC (Highlight Compensation) and built-in defog via an optical filter, plus Digital Image Stabilization via an integrated gyro sensor — none of which appear in the QNO-8010R specifications. The QNO-8010R specifies SSNR for digital noise reduction; the XNB-8000 lists SSNRV. The XNB-8000 also carries 1024MB RAM versus the QNO-8010R's 512MB.
What about installation and environment?
The QNO-8010R is rated IP66 and IK10 with an aluminum housing, making it suitable for high-impact, washdown, and exposed outdoor environments. Its operating temperature range is -30°C to +55°C, giving it strong cold-climate tolerance. It is powered exclusively by PoE (IEEE 802.3af, Class 3) at a maximum of 7.5W. Physical dimensions are ø70.0×246.0mm and weight is 680g (1.50 lb), with an optional backbox (SBO-100B1). The lens is fixed at 2.8mm, so field of view is set at installation and cannot be adjusted.
The XNB-8000 uses a plastic housing and its IP/IK rating is not stated in the provided specifications — only 'outdoor certified' and 'weatherproof' appear in marketing fields, with no IK rating listed. Its operating temperature range is -10°C to +55°C, narrower on the cold end by 20°C versus the QNO-8010R. Power inputs include PoE (IEEE 802.3af, Class 3), 24VAC, or 12VDC, offering greater power flexibility. Maximum power draw is 8.5W. Dimensions are 73.1×66.6×147.8mm and weight is 420g (0.93 lb). It accepts C and CS-mount lenses, enabling focal length selection to match the scene — a significant installation advantage when field of view needs to be tailored post-design.
Which fits your VMS and analytics better?
Both cameras support ONVIF Profile S/G/T, SUNAPI (HTTP API), and the Wisenet open platform, ensuring broad VMS compatibility. The QNO-8010R supports up to 6 unicast users and 3 streaming profiles. The XNB-8000 supports up to 20 unicast users and 10 streaming profiles, making it substantially better suited to high-concurrency or multi-VMS deployments. Edge storage on the QNO-8010R is a single microSD/SDHC/SDXC slot supporting up to 128GB. The XNB-8000 provides dual microSD slots supporting up to 512GB total. The QNO-8010R specifies no audio hardware; the XNB-8000 includes a selectable audio input (mic-in/line-in/built-in mic) and line-level audio output, plus G.711 and G.726 audio compression, and an RS-485 serial interface — none of which appear in the QNO-8010R specifications.
On analytics, the QNO-8010R offers motion detection (4 polygonal zones), tampering, defocus detection, virtual area (intrusion/enter/exit), and virtual line (crossing/direction). The XNB-8000 lists motion detection (8 polygonal zones, 8-point), loitering, directional detection, fog detection, digital auto-tracking, sound classification, and handover — a broader built-in analytics set. Privacy masking on the XNB-8000 supports 32 polygonal zones with color and mosaic options versus the QNO-8010R's 6 rectangular zones. Security feature sets are comparable: both include 802.1X, HTTPS, digest authentication, and IP filtering; the QNO-8010R additionally specifies AES encryption, SRTP, device certificate (Hanwha Private Root CA), and SD card partition encryption.
Which should you choose: the QNO-8010R or the XNB-8000?
Our take: The XNB-8000 is the stronger choice when installation flexibility, concurrent stream capacity, and expanded analytics are the primary requirements. Its 1/1.8" sensor delivers lower minimum illumination (0.07 Lux color vs. 0.15 Lux on the QNO-8010R), it supports 20 unicast users and 10 streaming profiles versus 6 users and 3 profiles, and its dual microSD slots provide up to 512GB edge storage versus the QNO-8010R's single 128GB slot. Its C/CS-mount interchangeability, built-in audio I/O, RS-485, gyro stabilizer, and broader analytics set (loitering, fog detection, sound classification) add further integration value. However, the QNO-8010R offers an IK10 impact rating and aluminum housing not confirmed on the XNB-8000, a wider cold-temperature operating range (-30°C vs. -10°C), integrated 20m IR illumination with a specified range, and stronger documented cybersecurity features (AES encryption, device certificate, SD card partition encryption). Choose the QNO-8010R for high-impact or sub-freezing environments with a fixed wide-angle requirement; choose the XNB-8000 for lens-flexible, audio-enabled, high-concurrency deployments.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Spec-for-spec, from manufacturer data.
| Specification | Hanwha QNO-8010R | Hanwha XNB-8000 |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 2592×1944 (5MP) | 2560×1920 (5MP) |
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8" CMOS | 1/1.8" CMOS |
| Lens / Focal Length | 2.8mm fixed, F2.0 | C/CS-mount, DC auto-iris / P-iris (lens not included) |
| Horizontal Field of View | 105° | — |
| Min. Illumination (Color / B&W) | 0.15 Lux / 0 Lux (IR) | 0.07 Lux / 0.007 Lux |
| IR Illumination Range | 20m (65.62ft) @ 850nm | — (not specified) |
| Wide Dynamic Range | 120dB | 120dB |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps @ 5MP | 30fps |
| Video Compression | H.265 / H.264 / MJPEG | H.265 / H.264 / MJPEG |
| IP Rating | IP66 | — (not stated in provided specs) |
| IK / Impact Rating | IK10 | — (not stated in provided specs) |
| Operating Temperature | -30°C to +55°C | -10°C to +55°C |
| Power Input / PoE Class | PoE 802.3af Class 3 only; max 7.5W | PoE 802.3af Class 3 / 24VAC / 12VDC; max 8.5W |
| Edge Storage | 1× microSD slot, up to 128GB | 2× microSD slots, up to 512GB |
| Concurrent Unicast Users / Stream Profiles | 6 users / 3 profiles | 20 users / 10 profiles |
| Audio | — | Mic-in / Line-in / Built-in mic; Line out; G.711 / G.726 |
| Housing Material | Aluminum | Plastic |
| Dimensions (mm) / Weight | ø70.0×246.0mm / 680g (1.50 lb) | 73.1×66.6×147.8mm / 420g (0.93 lb) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which should you choose: the QNO-8010R or the XNB-8000?
The XNB-8000 is the stronger choice when installation flexibility, concurrent stream capacity, and expanded analytics are the primary requirements. Its 1/1.8" sensor delivers lower minimum illumination (0.07 Lux color vs. 0.15 Lux on the QNO-8010R), it supports 20 unicast users and 10 streaming profiles versus 6 users and 3 profiles, and its dual microSD slots provide up to 512GB edge storage versus the QNO-8010R's single 128GB slot. Its C/CS-mount interchangeability, built-in audio I/O, RS-485, gyro stabilizer, and broader analytics set (loitering, fog detection, sound classification) add further integration value. However, the QNO-8010R offers an IK10 impact rating and aluminum housing not confirmed on the XNB-8000, a wider cold-temperature operating range (-30°C vs. -10°C), integrated 20m IR illumination with a specified range, and stronger documented cybersecurity features (AES encryption, device certificate, SD card partition encryption). Choose the QNO-8010R for high-impact or sub-freezing environments with a fixed wide-angle requirement; choose the XNB-8000 for lens-flexible, audio-enabled, high-concurrency deployments.
Is the QNO-8010R or XNB-8000 better for low-light performance?
Based on the provided specifications, the XNB-8000 has a lower minimum illumination rating — 0.07 Lux color and 0.007 Lux B/W — compared to the QNO-8010R's 0.15 Lux color. The QNO-8010R specifies integrated 850nm IR LEDs with a rated illumination range of 20m (65.62ft) and achieves 0 Lux in IR mode. The XNB-8000 lists IR as a night-vision feature but no IR illumination distance is stated in the supplied specifications. For passive low-light sensitivity, the XNB-8000's larger 1/1.8" sensor has the edge; for a self-contained IR solution with a specified range, the QNO-8010R provides more explicit data.
Can the XNB-8000 use a telephoto lens, or is it fixed like the QNO-8010R?
Yes. The XNB-8000 accepts C-mount and CS-mount lenses with DC auto-iris or P-iris control and supports simple focus adjustment, so the integrator can select any compatible focal length at installation. The QNO-8010R has a fixed 2.8mm focal length with a fixed focus mechanism; the field of view is set permanently at 105° horizontal and cannot be changed without replacing the camera.
Which camera is better suited for cold-climate outdoor deployments?
The QNO-8010R is specified for operating temperatures down to -30°C, versus -10°C for the XNB-8000 — a 20°C advantage at the cold end. The QNO-8010R also uses an aluminum housing with an IK10 impact rating, while the XNB-8000 uses a plastic housing and no IK rating is stated in the provided specifications. For sub-freezing or high-impact environments, the QNO-8010R is the better-documented choice based on the supplied specs.
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