Hanwha QNV-6012R1 vs i-PRO S2236LGA-B: Specification Comparison
Both the Hanwha QNV-6012R1 and i-PRO WV-S2236LGA-B are 2MP (1920×1080) IK10-rated vandal-resistant IP dome cameras powered by PoE, making them directly cross-shoppable for installers evaluating indoor or covered-outdoor perimeter coverage. The comparison covers imaging performance—including sensor sensitivity, IR range, dynamic range, and lens flexibility—alongside installation footprint, environmental ratings, and platform integration capabilities including ONVIF compliance, edge analytics, and on-board storage.
In This Guide
How do the imaging specs compare?
Both cameras use a 1/2.8-inch 2MP CMOS sensor producing 1920×1080 output, but they diverge significantly on frame rate and dynamic range. The QNV-6012R1 delivers 30fps maximum, while the WV-S2236LGA-B reaches 60fps—a meaningful advantage for capturing fast motion without blur. On dynamic range, i-PRO specifies 144dB Super Dynamic (at maximum level), versus Hanwha's 120dB WDR; both figures are manufacturer-rated under their respective test conditions. The QNV-6012R1's minimum illumination is 0.03 Lux (color) and 0 Lux with IR active, while the WV-S2236LGA-B specifies 0.018 Lux color and 0.017 Lux B&W at 30IRE—slightly lower in color sensitivity under the manufacturers' rated conditions.
Lens flexibility is a key differentiator. The QNV-6012R1 uses a fixed 2.8mm lens with a 113.7° horizontal field of view and no optical zoom. The WV-S2236LGA-B carries a motorized 3.1× optical zoom (2.9–9mm), with autofocus and a horizontal FOV ranging from 36° to 114°, enabling post-installation zoom adjustment without physical lens changes. IR range also diverges substantially: the QNV-6012R1 specifies 20m (65.6ft), while the WV-S2236LGA-B specifies 70m at 30IRE / 50m at 50IRE. DORI detect distances at wide setting are comparable (Hanwha 25.1m / i-PRO 24.9m), but the i-PRO extends DORI detect to 118.2m at tele.
What about installation and environment?
Both units are IK10 vandal-rated and PoE-powered (IEEE 802.3af). The QNV-6012R1 is rated IP66 for outdoor weatherproofing and carries an operating temperature range of -10°C to +55°C, with a maximum power draw of 7.4W. Hanwha lists it as outdoor-ready and includes a CVBS video output for installation alignment. The WV-S2236LGA-B is rated for indoor use only—no IP ingress rating is specified in the provided data—with an operating range of -10°C to +50°C and DC 12V / PoE (802.3af) power input; maximum power consumption is not specified in the provided specs.
Form factor dimensions differ: the QNV-6012R1 measures Ø110.0×86.0mm and weighs approximately 255g (0.56 lb per single unit, 1.12 lb per the provided weight field), while the WV-S2236LGA-B is larger at Ø129.5×102.5mm and heavier at 570g (1.26 lbs). The QNV-6012R1 supports PoE Class 3; the WV-S2236LGA-B is listed as PoE Class 0. Safety certifications for the WV-S2236LGA-B include UL (UL62368-1), c-UL, CE, and IEC62368-1; no certifications are listed in the provided QNV-6012R1 spec data.
Which fits your VMS and analytics better?
Both cameras support ONVIF (Profiles S, G, T are listed for the QNV-6012R1; Profiles G, M, S, T for the WV-S2236LGA-B—i-PRO adds Profile M). The QNV-6012R1 includes Hanwha's SUNAPI/Wisenet open platform and WiseStream II smart codec. The WV-S2236LGA-B runs on an Ambarella CV25M SoC and adds AI analytics including AI Video Motion Detection, Face & Vehicle Detection, and AI Sound Classification (gunshot, yell, vehicle horn, glass break). The QNV-6012R1's analytics include defocus detection, directional detection, enter/exit, virtual line, and tampering, but no AI-based face or sound classification is specified. The i-PRO also includes FIPS 140-2 Level 3 security certification, signed firmware, SFTP, SRTP, and MQTT protocol support, which the QNV-6012R1 spec data does not list.
For audio, the QNV-6012R1 lists no audio input or output in its specs. The WV-S2236LGA-B provides a 3.5mm stereo mic input, 3.5mm stereo audio output (600Ω), and supports G.711, G.726, and additional audio compression formats with half/full duplex modes and AI sound classification. On-board storage: the QNV-6012R1 supports microSD/SDHC/SDXC up to 128GB; the WV-S2236LGA-B supports up to 512GB. Simultaneous streams: the QNV-6012R1 supports up to 6 unicast users / 3 profiles; the WV-S2236LGA-B supports up to 14 simultaneous users. The QNV-6012R1 carries a 3-year warranty; the WV-S2236LGA-B carries a 5-year warranty.
Which should you choose: the QNV-6012R1 or the S2236LGA-B?
Our take: The WV-S2236LGA-B is the stronger choice when the deployment demands higher frame rate, longer IR range, optical zoom flexibility, and advanced AI analytics on an indoor or protected installation. Key spec deltas: the i-PRO operates at 60fps versus the QNV-6012R1's 30fps, a 2× advantage for motion-sensitive scenes; its IR range is specified at 70m (30IRE) versus 20m on the Hanwha, and its motorized 3.1× optical zoom allows post-mount FOV adjustment that the fixed 2.8mm Hanwha lens cannot match. The i-PRO also adds AI sound classification, face and vehicle detection, a 5-year warranty versus 3 years, and up to 512GB edge storage versus 128GB. The QNV-6012R1 is the appropriate selection when the site is exposed outdoors requiring a rated IP66 enclosure, budget constrains the decision, or the VMS environment is already Wisenet/SUNAPI-native and the fixed 113.7° FOV suffices.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Spec-for-spec, from manufacturer data.
| Specification | Hanwha QNV-6012R1 | i-PRO S2236LGA-B |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1920×1080 (2MP) | 1920×1080 (2MP) |
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8" 2MP CMOS | Approx. 1/2.8" CMOS |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps | 60fps |
| Lens / Focal Length | 2.8mm fixed | 2.9–9mm motorized, 3.1× optical zoom |
| Horizontal FOV | 113.7° | 36°–114° (wide to tele) |
| Min. Illumination (Color) | 0.03 Lux | 0.018 Lux @ 30IRE |
| Min. Illumination (B&W / IR-off) | 0 Lux (IR on) | 0.017 Lux @ 30IRE (B&W) |
| IR Range | 20m (65.6ft) | 70m @ 30IRE / 50m @ 50IRE |
| Wide Dynamic Range | 120dB WDR | 144dB Super Dynamic (level 31) |
| IP Rating | IP66 | Not specified in provided specs |
| IK / Impact Rating | IK10 | IK10 |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +55°C | -10°C to +50°C |
| Power Input / PoE Class | PoE 802.3af / Class 3; 12VDC — Max 7.4W | PoE 802.3af / Class 0; DC 12V 720mA |
| Edge Storage | microSD/SDHC/SDXC up to 128GB | microSD/SDHC/SDXC up to 512GB |
| Audio | — | 3.5mm mic input + 3.5mm audio output; G.711, G.726 |
| AI Analytics | — | Face & Vehicle Detection, AI Sound Classification |
| ONVIF Profiles | S, G, T | G, M, S, T |
| Dimensions | Ø110.0 × 86.0mm | Ø129.5 × 102.5mm |
| Weight | 255g (0.56 lb) | 570g (1.26 lbs) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which should you choose: the QNV-6012R1 or the S2236LGA-B?
The WV-S2236LGA-B is the stronger choice when the deployment demands higher frame rate, longer IR range, optical zoom flexibility, and advanced AI analytics on an indoor or protected installation. Key spec deltas: the i-PRO operates at 60fps versus the QNV-6012R1's 30fps, a 2× advantage for motion-sensitive scenes; its IR range is specified at 70m (30IRE) versus 20m on the Hanwha, and its motorized 3.1× optical zoom allows post-mount FOV adjustment that the fixed 2.8mm Hanwha lens cannot match. The i-PRO also adds AI sound classification, face and vehicle detection, a 5-year warranty versus 3 years, and up to 512GB edge storage versus 128GB. The QNV-6012R1 is the appropriate selection when the site is exposed outdoors requiring a rated IP66 enclosure, budget constrains the decision, or the VMS environment is already Wisenet/SUNAPI-native and the fixed 113.7° FOV suffices.
Is the QNV-6012R1 or WV-S2236LGA-B better for low-light performance?
The WV-S2236LGA-B specifies a slightly lower minimum illumination—0.018 Lux color / 0.017 Lux B&W at 30IRE—compared to the QNV-6012R1's 0.03 Lux color. Both reach 0 Lux with IR active. The i-PRO also specifies a significantly longer IR range (70m at 30IRE vs. 20m), making it the stronger performer in large dark spaces. However, the QNV-6012R1 is rated IP66 for outdoor use, where low-light exterior scenes are common, while the WV-S2236LGA-B's provided specs do not include an outdoor IP rating.
Can either camera be used outdoors?
The QNV-6012R1 is explicitly rated IP66 and listed as outdoor-ready in its provided specifications. The WV-S2236LGA-B is listed as an indoor camera in its provided spec data, with no IP ingress protection rating specified. Installers should not deploy the WV-S2236LGA-B in exposed outdoor environments without confirming an appropriate enclosure or housing—none is specified in the provided data.
Which camera supports more advanced analytics and integrations?
The WV-S2236LGA-B provides more advanced analytics based on the provided specs: it includes AI Video Motion Detection, Face & Vehicle Detection, AI Sound Classification (gunshot, yell, vehicle horn, glass break), Scene Change Detection, and audio detection—plus ONVIF Profile M, MQTT, SFTP, SRTP, and FIPS 140-2 Level 3 security. The QNV-6012R1 offers motion detection (4 polygonal zones), tampering, defocus, directional detection, enter/exit, and virtual line analytics via SUNAPI/Wisenet open platform, but no AI-based face, vehicle, or sound classification is listed in its specs.
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