Hanwha QNP-6250 vs i-PRO X66300-Z4LS: Specification Comparison
Both the Hanwha QNP-6250 and the i-PRO WV-X66300-Z4LS are outdoor 2MP PTZ IP cameras targeting perimeter surveillance applications where long-range optical zoom and IR night vision are essential. This comparison examines their imaging capabilities, installation and environmental suitability, and integration characteristics across VMS platforms and edge analytics—giving installers and IT buyers a spec-driven basis for selection between two similarly positioned but meaningfully differentiated PTZ platforms.
In This Guide
How do the imaging specs compare?
Both cameras use a 1/2.8-inch CMOS sensor at 1920×1080 (2MP) resolution and support 60fps frame rates. The QNP-6250 offers a 25x optical zoom (4.44–111mm focal length) with a maximum aperture of F1.6 (wide) / F3.9 (tele), while the X66300-Z4LS delivers a 40x optical zoom (4.25–170mm) extendable to 60x digital at 1280×720, with an aperture of F1.6 (wide) / F4.95 (tele). The X66300-Z4LS's longer tele reach is confirmed by DORI figures: tele Detect at 2,199.9m vs. the QNP-6250's 1,471.3m; tele Identify at 220.0m vs. 147.1m. Wide-angle DORI is essentially identical across both units.
In low-light performance, the QNP-6250 specifies 0.05 Lux color / 0.005 Lux B&W, while the X66300-Z4LS specifies 0.006 Lux B&W with IR LED active—Hanwha does not provide a color minimum illumination comparative figure for IR mode, and i-PRO does not publish a color minimum. IR illumination range differs substantially: the QNP-6250 does not provide a rated IR throw distance in meters (the spec field shows 1.5m, which appears to reference minimum object distance, not IR range), whereas the X66300-Z4LS is rated at 350m (30 IRE) / 250m (50 IRE). WDR is 120dB on the QNP-6250 versus a specified maximum of 144dB on the X66300-Z4LS (Super Dynamic level 31). Both support electronic image stabilization via built-in gyro sensor.
What about installation and environment?
Both cameras carry an IP66 ingress protection rating. The X66300-Z4LS adds NEMA 4X and IK10 impact resistance (IEC 62262) with a rated wind resistance of up to 40 m/s (~89 mph), and uses aluminum die-cast construction. The QNP-6250 specifies a plastic housing with no IK impact rating and no wind resistance figure in the provided specs. The X66300-Z4LS's operating temperature range is -50°C to +60°C; the QNP-6250's is -10°C to +55°C—a meaningful gap for cold-climate deployments.
Power requirements differ significantly. The QNP-6250 operates on PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at, Class 4, max 14.5W), making it compatible with standard PoE+ switches without additional infrastructure. The X66300-Z4LS requires PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt, 45.9W, Class 6), necessitating a PoE++ capable switch or injector. The QNP-6250 weighs 1,700g (3.75 lb) with dimensions ø152×218mm; the X66300-Z4LS weighs approximately 3,000g with a maximum diameter of ø167mm×205mm (H). Both are dome form-factor PTZ units. The QNP-6250 has an extensive compatible mounting accessory list; the X66300-Z4LS mounting accessories are not enumerated in the provided specs.
Which fits your VMS and analytics better?
Both cameras support ONVIF Profile S, G, T, and M, ensuring broad VMS compatibility. The QNP-6250 also supports Wisenet SUNAPI and the Wisenet open platform, which is advantageous in Hanwha/Wisenet VMS environments. The X66300-Z4LS is built on an Ambarella CV25m SoC and supports MQTT and NTCIP in addition to the standard protocol stack; the QNP-6250 also lists NTCIP1205. The X66300-Z4LS supports up to 14 simultaneous users; the QNP-6250 supports unicast to 20 users plus multicast and up to 10 stream profiles.
Edge analytics differ in depth. The X66300-Z4LS provides on-chip AI analytics including AI Video Motion, Face Detection, People Detection, and Vehicle Detection, as well as AI Sound Classification (gunshot, yell, vehicle horn, glass break) with Scene Change Detection. The QNP-6250's analytics include directional detection, motion detection, enter/exit, tampering, virtual line, and audio detection, but does not specify AI-class face, people, or vehicle detection or sound classification in the provided specs. The QNP-6250 supports auto-tracking and up to 32 privacy masking zones (solid or mosaic); the X66300-Z4LS supports up to 32 privacy zones. Edge storage: the QNP-6250 supports microSD/SDHC/SDXC up to 256GB; the X66300-Z4LS supports microSDXC up to 512GB. Both provide audio input and output. The QNP-6250 warranty is 3 years; the X66300-Z4LS warranty is 5 years.
Which should you choose: the QNP-6250 or the X66300-Z4LS?
Our take: The i-PRO WV-X66300-Z4LS is the stronger choice when optical reach, extreme-environment resilience, and AI-class analytics are the primary decision criteria. Its 40x optical zoom (vs. 25x) pushes tele-DORI Identify range to 220m versus 147m—a 50% gain in identification distance. Its 144dB WDR outpaces the QNP-6250's 120dB, and its operating range of -50°C to +60°C covers climates where the QNP-6250's -10°C floor fails. On-chip AI analytics (face, people, vehicle detection) and AI sound classification add forensic depth without a separate server. However, the X66300-Z4LS demands PoE++ (45.9W, Class 6) infrastructure versus the QNP-6250's PoE+ (14.5W, Class 4), which is often a hard constraint. The QNP-6250 is the pragmatic choice for PoE+-only switch infrastructure, Wisenet VMS environments, or cost-sensitive deployments where 25x zoom is adequate.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Spec-for-spec, from manufacturer data.
| Specification | Hanwha QNP-6250 | i-PRO X66300-Z4LS |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1920×1080 (2MP) | 1920×1080 (2MP) |
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8" CMOS | Approx. 1/2.8" CMOS |
| Optical Zoom / Focal Length | 25x / 4.44–111mm | 40x / 4.25–170mm (60x extra zoom at 720p) |
| Max Aperture (Wide / Tele) | F1.6 / F3.9 | F1.6 / F4.95 |
| Min. Illumination (B&W) | 0.005 Lux | 0.006 Lux (IR LED) |
| IR Range | Not specified in meters | 350m (30 IRE) / 250m (50 IRE) |
| WDR | 120dB | Max. 144dB (Super Dynamic level 31) |
| Max Frame Rate | 60fps | 60fps |
| Video Compression | H.265, H.264, MJPEG | H.265, H.264, JPEG |
| IP / Impact Rating | IP66 / — | IP66, NEMA 4X / IK10 |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +55°C | -50°C to +60°C |
| Power Input / PoE Class | PoE+ (802.3at), Class 4, max 14.5W | PoE++ (802.3bt), Class 6, 45.9W |
| Edge Storage | microSD/SDHC/SDXC up to 256GB | microSDXC up to 512GB |
| Audio | Mic/line in; line out | 3.5mm stereo in; 3.5mm stereo out, 600Ω |
| ONVIF Profiles | S, G, T | G, M, S, T |
| AI / Edge Analytics | Directional, enter/exit, tampering, virtual line, motion, audio | AI VMD, face, people, vehicle detection; AI sound classification |
| Preset Positions | Not specified in provided specs | 256 positions |
| Weight | 1,700g (3.75 lb) | Approx. 3,000g |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which should you choose: the QNP-6250 or the X66300-Z4LS?
The i-PRO WV-X66300-Z4LS is the stronger choice when optical reach, extreme-environment resilience, and AI-class analytics are the primary decision criteria. Its 40x optical zoom (vs. 25x) pushes tele-DORI Identify range to 220m versus 147m—a 50% gain in identification distance. Its 144dB WDR outpaces the QNP-6250's 120dB, and its operating range of -50°C to +60°C covers climates where the QNP-6250's -10°C floor fails. On-chip AI analytics (face, people, vehicle detection) and AI sound classification add forensic depth without a separate server. However, the X66300-Z4LS demands PoE++ (45.9W, Class 6) infrastructure versus the QNP-6250's PoE+ (14.5W, Class 4), which is often a hard constraint. The QNP-6250 is the pragmatic choice for PoE+-only switch infrastructure, Wisenet VMS environments, or cost-sensitive deployments where 25x zoom is adequate.
Is the QNP-6250 or WV-X66300-Z4LS better for low-light performance?
The X66300-Z4LS specifies a minimum illumination of 0.006 Lux B&W with IR LED active and a rated IR range of 350m at 30 IRE. The QNP-6250 specifies 0.005 Lux B&W, which is marginally lower numerically, but its IR throw distance is not given in comparable meter terms in the provided specs. If long-range IR coverage is the requirement, the X66300-Z4LS's published 350m IR range is the only spec-backed figure available for comparison.
Can I power the WV-X66300-Z4LS from a standard PoE+ switch?
No. The X66300-Z4LS requires PoE++ (IEEE 802.3bt), drawing up to 45.9W at Class 6. Standard PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at) switches are limited to 30W output per port and will not supply sufficient power. The QNP-6250, by contrast, operates on PoE+ (Class 4, max 14.5W) and is compatible with standard PoE+ infrastructure.
Which camera is better suited for installations in very cold climates?
The X66300-Z4LS is rated for operation down to -50°C, compared to the QNP-6250's lower limit of -10°C. For installations in sub-zero Celsius environments colder than -10°C—such as northern regions, outdoor infrastructure, or unheated enclosures—the X66300-Z4LS is the only option of the two that meets the environmental requirement per its published specs.
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