Hanwha QNV-6082R1 vs i-PRO S2236LA: Specification Comparison
Both the Hanwha QNV-6082R1 and i-PRO WV-S2236LA are 2MP fixed vandal-resistant dome cameras with motorized varifocal lenses, IR illumination, IK10 impact ratings, and PoE power — a combination that places them squarely in the same cross-shop category for installers evaluating indoor/outdoor perimeter and interior high-security applications. The comparison covers imaging performance, environmental and installation suitability, and VMS/analytics integration, drawing exclusively from the specifications provided for each model.
In This Guide
How do the imaging specs compare?
Both cameras use an approx. 1/2.8" 2MP CMOS sensor delivering 1920×1080 resolution, but they diverge on several key imaging parameters. The i-PRO WV-S2236LA runs at up to 60fps versus the Hanwha QNV-6082R1's 30fps ceiling — a meaningful advantage in motion-critical applications such as retail checkout or transit corridors. The S2236LA also claims a significantly lower minimum color illumination of 0.007 lux at F1.3 (30IRE) versus the QNV-6082R1's 0.03 lux color, and its IR range extends to 70m (at 30IRE) / 50m (at 50IRE) compared to the QNV-6082R1's 30m IR range. Dynamic range also favors the i-PRO unit: 144dB (Super Dynamic on, Level 31) versus 120dB WDR on the Hanwha.
On the lens side, the QNV-6082R1 offers a 3.2–10mm motorized varifocal (3.1x zoom) with a DC auto iris and a maximum wide aperture of F1.6, while the S2236LA covers 2.9–9mm (3.1x zoom) with motorized focus and a maximum wide aperture of F1.3 — the faster aperture on the i-PRO unit directly supports its lower minimum illumination figure. DORI figures for wide-angle detection are marginally longer on the Hanwha (27.4m detect vs 24.9m on i-PRO); tele-end detection similarly favors the Hanwha (128.8m vs 118.2m), likely reflecting the slightly longer tele focal length (10mm vs 9mm). The i-PRO adds an extra digital zoom tier of 3.1x–9.3x at 640×360 resolution, which the Hanwha spec does not list.
What about installation and environment?
The most significant installation-environment difference is outdoor suitability. The Hanwha QNV-6082R1 is rated IP66 (dust-tight, protected against powerful water jets) and carries an operating temperature range of −30°C to +55°C, making it explicitly outdoor-rated. The i-PRO WV-S2236LA is listed as indoor-rated with no external IP rating stated in the provided specifications and an operating temperature range of −10°C to +50°C — both constraints limit it to sheltered interior deployments. Both cameras carry IK10 vandal resistance per IEC 62262. The Hanwha unit also provides a wider storage temperature range (−30°C to +60°C) against the i-PRO spec, which does not list a separate storage temperature in the provided data.
Both are powered via PoE 802.3af. The QNV-6082R1 is specified as PoE Class 3 with a maximum draw of 7.7W; the S2236LA is PoE Class 0 with a specified draw of 8.7W via PoE (or DC12V at 720mA / 8.6W). The Hanwha also accepts 12VDC as an alternative input, which the i-PRO spec does not list. Form factor dimensions are similar (Hanwha Ø137×106.1mm / 710g; i-PRO Ø129.5×102.5mm / 570g), with the i-PRO being slightly lighter. The Hanwha spec lists compatible conduit knockouts (single, double, 4" octagon) and optional accessories (hanging mount SBP-301HMW2, backbox SBV-136BW); the i-PRO spec does not enumerate compatible mounting accessories in the provided data.
Which fits your VMS and analytics better?
Both cameras support ONVIF Profiles G, S, and T. The i-PRO WV-S2236LA additionally lists ONVIF Profile M, which covers metadata for AI/analytics streams — relevant if the VMS leverages structured analytics data. The Hanwha QNV-6082R1 supports Wisenet SUNAPI (HTTP API) and the Wisenet open platform, useful in Hanwha-native VMS environments. On the analytics side, the i-PRO carries on-camera AI Video Motion Detection, Face Detection, People Detection, Vehicle Detection, and AI Sound Classification (gunshot, yell, vehicle horn, glass break) — a substantially richer on-camera analytics suite. The Hanwha offers defocus detection, directional detection, motion detection (polygonal zones), enter/exit, tampering, and virtual line analytics, but no listed face or sound classification. The S2236LA also supports Scene Change Detection and VMD audio detection as additional triggers.
For audio, the i-PRO WV-S2236LA includes both a 3.5mm stereo mic input and a 3.5mm stereo audio output jack, supporting half-duplex and full-duplex audio transmission, with G.726, G.711, and additional audio compression formats listed. The Hanwha QNV-6082R1 lists no audio input or output in its specifications. Edge storage is supported on both: the Hanwha lists a single microSD/SDHC/SDXC slot up to 128GB; the i-PRO lists microSDXC up to 512GB. For security compliance, the i-PRO specifies FIPS 140-2 Level 3 and device certificate support alongside IEEE 802.1X and alteration detection; the Hanwha lists 802.1X (EAP-TLS, EAP-LEAP) and HTTPS/digest authentication but does not cite FIPS 140-2 in the provided specifications.
Which should you choose: the QNV-6082R1 or the S2236LA?
Our take: The QNV-6082R1 is the stronger choice when the installation is outdoors or in a harsh environment requiring IP66 weatherproofing, a wider operating temperature range (−30°C to +55°C vs −10°C to +50°C), and a longer tele-end IR distance is acceptable at 30m. The WV-S2236LA is the stronger choice for indoor high-security or compliance-driven deployments: it delivers 60fps versus 30fps, a 70m IR range versus 30m, a lower minimum color illumination of 0.007 lux versus 0.03 lux, 144dB dynamic range versus 120dB, on-camera AI face/people/vehicle detection and sound classification absent from the Hanwha, two-way audio I/O versus none on the Hanwha, and edge storage up to 512GB versus 128GB. Buyers on a Hanwha/Wisenet VMS or requiring outdoor certification should favor the QNV-6082R1; those on an open-platform or i-PRO VMS needing richer AI analytics and 60fps in an indoor environment should evaluate the WV-S2236LA.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Spec-for-spec, from manufacturer data.
| Specification | Hanwha QNV-6082R1 | i-PRO S2236LA |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1920×1080 (2MP) | 1920×1080 (2MP) |
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8" 2MP CMOS | Approx. 1/2.8" type CMOS |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps | 60fps |
| Lens / Focal Length | 3.2–10mm motorized varifocal (3.1x) | 2.9–9mm motorized varifocal (3.1x) |
| Max Aperture (Wide) | F1.6 | F1.3 |
| Min Illumination (Color) | 0.03 lux | 0.007 lux @ 30IRE, F1.3 |
| IR Range | 30m (98.4ft) | 70m @ 30IRE / 50m @ 50IRE |
| Wide Dynamic Range | 120dB WDR | 144dB (Super Dynamic, Level 31) |
| Video Compression | H.265, H.264, MJPEG | H.265, H.264, MJPEG |
| IP Rating | IP66 | — (indoor-rated; none listed) |
| IK / Impact Rating | IK10 | IK10 |
| Operating Temperature | −30°C to +55°C | −10°C to +50°C |
| Power Input / PoE Class | PoE 802.3af Class 3 / 12VDC; max 7.7W | PoE 802.3af Class 0; max 8.7W (no 12VDC listed) |
| Edge Storage | microSD/SDHC/SDXC up to 128GB | microSDXC up to 512GB |
| Audio | — (none listed) | 3.5mm mic in + 3.5mm audio out; half/full duplex |
| On-Camera AI Analytics | Defocus, directional, enter/exit, virtual line, tampering | AI face, people, vehicle detection; AI sound classification |
| ONVIF Profiles | G, S, T | G, M, S, T |
| Weight | 710g (1.57 lb) | 570g (1.26 lb) |
| Warranty | 3-year | 5-year |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which should you choose: the QNV-6082R1 or the S2236LA?
The QNV-6082R1 is the stronger choice when the installation is outdoors or in a harsh environment requiring IP66 weatherproofing, a wider operating temperature range (−30°C to +55°C vs −10°C to +50°C), and a longer tele-end IR distance is acceptable at 30m. The WV-S2236LA is the stronger choice for indoor high-security or compliance-driven deployments: it delivers 60fps versus 30fps, a 70m IR range versus 30m, a lower minimum color illumination of 0.007 lux versus 0.03 lux, 144dB dynamic range versus 120dB, on-camera AI face/people/vehicle detection and sound classification absent from the Hanwha, two-way audio I/O versus none on the Hanwha, and edge storage up to 512GB versus 128GB. Buyers on a Hanwha/Wisenet VMS or requiring outdoor certification should favor the QNV-6082R1; those on an open-platform or i-PRO VMS needing richer AI analytics and 60fps in an indoor environment should evaluate the WV-S2236LA.
Is the QNV-6082R1 or WV-S2236LA better for low-light performance?
Based on the provided specifications, the i-PRO WV-S2236LA has a lower minimum color illumination (0.007 lux at F1.3 / 30IRE vs 0.03 lux for the Hanwha QNV-6082R1) and a longer IR range (70m at 30IRE vs 30m). On the numbers alone, the S2236LA has the edge in low-light sensitivity and IR reach — though the Hanwha's F1.6 wide aperture and DC auto iris also contribute to low-light performance in ways not fully captured by a single lux figure.
Can the QNV-6082R1 be installed outdoors where the WV-S2236LA cannot?
Yes. The Hanwha QNV-6082R1 carries an IP66 weatherproof rating and is rated for operation from −30°C to +55°C, making it suitable for outdoor installations. The i-PRO WV-S2236LA is listed in the provided specifications as indoor-rated with no external IP rating and an operating range of −10°C to +50°C, which limits it to sheltered interior environments. Both carry IK10 vandal resistance, but only the Hanwha is rated for outdoor exposure.
Which camera supports two-way audio and on-camera AI analytics?
The i-PRO WV-S2236LA supports both: it has a 3.5mm stereo mic input and audio output jack with half-duplex and full-duplex modes, and it includes on-camera AI analytics covering face detection, people detection, vehicle detection, and AI sound classification (gunshot, yell, vehicle horn, glass break). The Hanwha QNV-6082R1 does not list audio input or output in its specifications, and its on-camera analytics — while useful (enter/exit, virtual line, tampering, directional detection) — do not include AI-based face or sound classification per the provided spec data.
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