Hanwha XNB-6001 vs Hanwha XNB-6003: Specification Comparison
The Hanwha XNB-6001 and XNB-6003 are both 2MP (1920×1080) wired box cameras designed for professional IP surveillance installations. Both accept interchangeable lenses via C/CS mounts and are powered via PoE Class 3 or 12VDC. The comparison covers imaging capability, installation environment fit, and VMS/analytics integration — the three dimensions most relevant to integrators choosing between these two models at the same resolution tier.
In This Guide
How do the imaging specs compare?
The XNB-6003 carries a specified 1/2.8" progressive CMOS sensor; no equivalent sensor size is listed for the XNB-6001. Low-light performance reflects this gap: the XNB-6003 is rated at 0.007 Lux color / 0.0007 Lux B/W, while no minimum illumination figure is provided for the XNB-6001. WDR is a clear differentiator — the XNB-6001 delivers 120dB WDR, whereas the XNB-6003 offers extremeWDR at 150dB, a 30dB advantage that translates to significantly better handling of high-contrast scenes such as entryways and loading docks.
Frame rate is another material difference. The XNB-6001 is rated at 30fps standard and up to 60fps maximum. The XNB-6003 reaches 120fps maximum, making it suitable for applications requiring smooth capture of fast-moving subjects. The XNB-6001 uses SSNR V for digital noise reduction; the XNB-6003 adds WiseNR II on top of SSNR V, leveraging its onboard AI engine. Digital image stabilization is present on both, but the XNB-6003 specifies a built-in gyro sensor as its basis, while the XNB-6001 does not describe the stabilization mechanism.
What about installation and environment?
Both cameras operate over the same temperature range of -10°C to +55°C and are powered by PoE (IEEE 802.3af, Class 3) or 12VDC. However, the XNB-6001 specifies a maximum PoE draw of 6.5W and 6W on 12VDC, while the XNB-6003 lists a single combined maximum of 12.95W — nearly double — reflecting its AI processing load and Gigabit Ethernet interface. Integrators should verify switch port power budgets accordingly.
The XNB-6001 carries an IP66 rating, making it suitable for outdoor or wet-area enclosure installations. The XNB-6003 is specified as an indoor camera with no IP rating listed, restricting it to protected interior environments. Physical form factors differ as well: the XNB-6001 is lighter at 245g (0.54 lb) with dimensions of 131.1×28×86mm, while the XNB-6003 is substantially heavier at 880g (1.94 lb) and larger at 81×67×165mm, reflecting its aluminum construction versus the XNB-6001's plastic housing. The XNB-6003 carries UL 62368-1 and CE/FCC EMC certifications; no equivalent safety or EMC certifications are listed for the XNB-6001.
Which fits your VMS and analytics better?
Both cameras support ONVIF Profile S/G/T and SUNAPI, ensuring broad VMS compatibility. The XNB-6003 adds ONVIF Profile M and MQTT protocol support, and its API listing includes SUNAPI and Wisenet platform integration with explicit MQTT subscription as an alarm trigger — capabilities not listed for the XNB-6001. Security posture is stronger on the XNB-6003, which includes TPM 2.0 (FIPS 140-2 Level 2), a pre-installed Hanwha Techwin Root CA device certificate, and EAP-PEAP MSCHAPv2 in addition to EAP-TLS and EAP-LEAP. The XNB-6001 supports EAP-TLS and EAP-LEAP only.
Analytics depth diverges significantly. The XNB-6001 provides rule-based analytics: defocus detection, directional detection, fog detection, face detection, motion detection, digital auto tracking, appear/disappear, enter/exit, loitering, tampering, and virtual line. The XNB-6003 delivers AI-native classified object detection (person, face, vehicle, license plate), vehicle attribute classification (car/bus/truck/motorcycle/bicycle), plus business intelligence functions — people counting, queue management, and heatmap — none of which are present on the XNB-6001. The XNB-6001 includes a single RS-485-free interface and 1 alarm I/O pair; the XNB-6003 provides RS-485 (multiple protocols) and 2 configurable I/O ports. Edge storage doubles on the XNB-6003: two microSD slots supporting up to 1TB (512GB×2) versus the XNB-6001's single slot rated to 256GB. RAM also differs — 2GB / 512MB Flash on the XNB-6003 versus 1024MB / 256MB Flash on the XNB-6001. Both support audio in and out with identical line-level specs.
Which should you choose: the XNB-6001 or the XNB-6003?
Our take: The XNB-6001 is the stronger choice when the deployment is outdoors or in wet/dusty environments, where its IP66 rating is a hard requirement the XNB-6003 cannot meet. For indoor deployments where analytics depth, low-light performance, and cybersecurity posture drive the decision, the XNB-6003 is the more capable platform: it delivers 150dB extremeWDR versus 120dB on the XNB-6001, reaches 120fps versus a 60fps maximum, and adds AI-native person/vehicle/license plate classification plus business intelligence functions (people counting, queue management, heatmap) entirely absent on the XNB-6001. Its dual microSD slots support up to 1TB edge storage versus 256GB on the XNB-6001, and TPM 2.0 (FIPS 140-2 Level 2) satisfies enterprise and government cybersecurity requirements the XNB-6001 does not address. The tradeoff is higher power draw (12.95W vs 6.5W PoE max) and nearly four times the weight. Select the XNB-6001 for covert, weatherized, or budget-constrained indoor/outdoor runs; select the XNB-6003 for indoor AI-driven analytics and high-security environments.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Spec-for-spec, from manufacturer data.
| Specification | Hanwha XNB-6001 | Hanwha XNB-6003 |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1920×1080 | 1920×1080 |
| Image Sensor | — | 1/2.8" progressive CMOS |
| Min. Illumination | — | 0.007 Lux color / 0.0007 Lux B/W |
| Wide Dynamic Range | 120dB WDR | 150dB extremeWDR |
| Max Frame Rate | 60fps | 120fps |
| Day/Night | Auto (Electrical) | Auto (ICR) |
| Digital Noise Reduction | SSNR V | WiseNR II (AI-based) + SSNR V |
| Digital Image Stabilization | Support | Support (built-in gyro sensor) |
| Video Compression | H.265/H.264 (Main/Baseline/High), MJPEG | H.265/H.264 (Main/Baseline/High), MJPEG |
| Ethernet | RJ-45 (10/100BASE-T) | Metal shielded RJ-45 (10/100/1000BASE-T) |
| ONVIF Profiles | S/G/T | S/G/T/M |
| AI / Analytics | Rule-based (motion, loitering, virtual line, face detection, etc.) | AI-native: person/face/vehicle/LP detection; people counting, queue mgmt, heatmap |
| Alarm I/O | 1 input / 1 output | 2 configurable I/O ports |
| Serial Interface | — | RS-485 (multiple protocols) |
| Edge Storage | 1× microSD/SDHC/SDXC, max 256GB | 2× microSD/SDHC/SDXC, max 1TB (512GB×2) |
| RAM / Flash | 1024MB RAM / 256MB Flash | 2GB RAM / 512MB Flash |
| Cybersecurity | HTTPS, Digest auth, IP filtering, 802.1X (EAP-TLS, EAP-LEAP) | TPM 2.0 (FIPS 140-2 L2), device cert, EAP-TLS/LEAP/PEAP MSCHAPv2, MQTT |
| IP Rating | IP66 | — |
| Environment Rating | Indoor/Outdoor (IP66) | Indoor only |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +55°C | -10°C to +55°C |
| Input Voltage / PoE Class | PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 3 / 12VDC | PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 3 / 12VDC |
| Power (Max) | PoE: 6.5W / 12VDC: 6W | 12.95W (combined) |
| Housing Material | Plastic | Aluminum |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 131.1×28×86mm (5.16×1.1×3.39") | 81×67×165mm (3.19×2.64×6.48") |
| Weight | 245g (0.54 lb) | 880g (1.94 lb) |
| Safety / EMC Certifications | — | UL 62368-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 NO.62368-1, FCC 47 CFR 15B Class A, CE/UKCA, VCCI, RCM |
| Warranty | 3-year | 3-year |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which should you choose: the XNB-6001 or the XNB-6003?
The XNB-6001 is the stronger choice when the deployment is outdoors or in wet/dusty environments, where its IP66 rating is a hard requirement the XNB-6003 cannot meet. For indoor deployments where analytics depth, low-light performance, and cybersecurity posture drive the decision, the XNB-6003 is the more capable platform: it delivers 150dB extremeWDR versus 120dB on the XNB-6001, reaches 120fps versus a 60fps maximum, and adds AI-native person/vehicle/license plate classification plus business intelligence functions (people counting, queue management, heatmap) entirely absent on the XNB-6001. Its dual microSD slots support up to 1TB edge storage versus 256GB on the XNB-6001, and TPM 2.0 (FIPS 140-2 Level 2) satisfies enterprise and government cybersecurity requirements the XNB-6001 does not address. The tradeoff is higher power draw (12.95W vs 6.5W PoE max) and nearly four times the weight. Select the XNB-6001 for covert, weatherized, or budget-constrained indoor/outdoor runs; select the XNB-6003 for indoor AI-driven analytics and high-security environments.
Is the XNB-6001 or XNB-6003 better for low-light performance?
The XNB-6003 is the only model with a published minimum illumination spec — 0.007 Lux color and 0.0007 Lux B/W — so a direct numerical comparison cannot be made. No minimum illumination figure is listed for the XNB-6001. Buyers requiring a verified low-light threshold should specify the XNB-6003; the XNB-6001's low-light floor is not documented in the provided specifications.
Can either camera be installed outdoors?
Only the XNB-6001 carries an IP66 ingress protection rating, making it suitable for outdoor or wet-area installation inside an appropriate housing. The XNB-6003 is specified as an indoor camera and no IP rating is listed for it, so it should not be deployed in outdoor or moisture-exposed locations without an additional rated enclosure.
Which camera is better if my VMS or access control platform requires MQTT or advanced cybersecurity compliance?
The XNB-6003 supports MQTT as both a protocol and an alarm trigger, and includes TPM 2.0 certified to FIPS 140-2 Level 2 with a pre-installed device certificate and EAP-PEAP MSCHAPv2 authentication — none of which are present on the XNB-6001. For environments requiring MQTT-based integrations or formal cybersecurity certifications, the XNB-6003 is the appropriate choice.
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