Hanwha XNV-8081Z vs i-PRO S61501-Z1: Specification Comparison
Both the Hanwha XNV-8081Z and the i-PRO WV-S61501-Z1 are 5MP PTZ dome cameras with motorized zoom, ONVIF compliance, H.265 compression, and onboard microSD storage — a logical cross-shop for integrators evaluating mid-range PTZ platforms. Key differentiators span deployment environment (outdoor-rated vs. indoor-only), zoom ratio (2.6x vs. 10x optical), AI depth, power budget, and PTZ mechanics. This comparison draws exclusively from published specifications for each model.
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How do the imaging specs compare?
The XNV-8081Z uses a 1/1.8" 6MP CMOS sensor delivering 2560×1920 resolution at 30fps, with a 2.6x motorized varifocal lens (3.6–9.4mm, F1.2–F2.4). Minimum illumination is 0.07 lux color / 0.007 lux B&W. WDR is rated at 120dB. The larger sensor format and faster wide-end aperture (F1.2) contribute to better passive light collection at the cost of a narrower zoom range.
The WV-S61501-Z1 uses a 1/2.8" CMOS sensor with a 10x optical zoom lens (4.7–47mm, F1.6–F3.0) and achieves a maximum resolution of 3072×1728 at 30fps. Minimum illumination is 0.004 lux B&W — significantly lower than the XNV-8081Z's 0.007 lux B&W figure, aided by its built-in gyro-based image stabilizer. WDR (Super Dynamic) is rated up to 132dB at level 31, exceeding the Hanwha's 120dB. The i-PRO also specifies a 10–15x extra zoom mode (digital) at 1280×720 and publishes DORI distances: detection up to 945.4m, identification up to 94.5m at tele.
What about installation and environment?
The XNV-8081Z is rated IP67/IP66/IP6K9K and IK10+ with NEMA 4X certification — suitable for outdoor vandal-prone environments. Its operating temperature range is –50°C to +60°C, making it deployable in extreme cold or heat. Housing is aluminum, RAL9003 white. It accepts PoE IEEE 802.3af (Class 3), 12VDC, or 24VAC and draws a maximum of 5.40W. Weight is 1.75kg (3.86 lb); footprint is Ø180×125mm.
The WV-S61501-Z1 is rated for indoor use only — no IP ingress rating or IK impact rating is specified in the provided data. Operating temperature is –10°C to +50°C (power-on: 0°C to +50°C). It requires PoE+ (12.95W) or DC12V at 11.6W — notably higher power draw than the XNV-8081Z and demanding a PoE+ (802.3at) switch port rather than standard 802.3af. The unit is lighter at 1.2kg (2.65 lb) and more compact at Ø117×155mm. No vandal rating is stated.
Which fits your VMS and analytics better?
Both cameras support ONVIF Profile S/G/T and H.265/H.264/MJPEG with CBR and VBR bitrate control. The XNV-8081Z adds ONVIF Profile G explicitly and supports up to 10 simultaneous streams (20 unicast users), while the WV-S61501-Z1 supports up to 14 simultaneous users. The Hanwha uses Wisenet SUNAPI and WiseStream II smart codec; the i-PRO uses GOP control smart coding and runs on an Ambarella CV22 SoC. The XNV-8081Z provides dual microSD slots (512GB combined) vs. the i-PRO's single microSD slot (capacity not specified in provided specs). Both include G.711 and G.726 audio compression; the i-PRO adds MQTT protocol support and SFTP, which the Hanwha spec does not list.
On analytics, the XNV-8081Z includes Wisenet edge analytics: directional detection, loitering, appear/disappear, enter/exit, virtual line, face detection, digital auto tracking, fog/defocus/shock detection, and business intelligence features (people counting, queue management, heatmap). The WV-S61501-Z1 specifies AI analytics (AI Motion Detection, Face Detection, Vehicle Detection) powered by its Ambarella CV22 SoC, plus AI sound classification (gunshot, yell, vehicle horn, glass break) — a differentiated audio-AI capability not listed for the XNV-8081Z. The i-PRO also carries FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certification and UL/c-UL/CE safety marks; the XNV-8081Z lists IP67/IK10+/NEMA 4X certifications but does not specify FIPS.
Which should you choose: the XNV-8081Z or the S61501-Z1?
Our take: The XNV-8081Z is the stronger choice when the deployment is outdoor or in vandal-risk environments requiring certified ingress and impact protection. Its IP67/IK10+/NEMA 4X rating and –50°C to +60°C operating range have no equivalent in the WV-S61501-Z1 spec sheet, which lists no IP or IK rating and limits operation to –10°C to +50°C indoors. The Hanwha also draws only 5.40W on standard PoE 802.3af (Class 3), avoiding the PoE+ infrastructure cost the i-PRO's 12.95W demand requires. Conversely, the WV-S61501-Z1 delivers a 10x optical zoom versus the XNV-8081Z's 2.6x — a decisive advantage for wide-area PTZ coverage and DORI-range targeting — plus a higher 132dB WDR ceiling, deeper low-light sensitivity at 0.004 lux B&W, and FIPS 140-2 Level 3 cybersecurity certification. Choose the XNV-8081Z for outdoor hardened sites on standard PoE infrastructure; choose the WV-S61501-Z1 for indoor environments demanding extended zoom reach, maximum WDR, and FIPS-level security compliance.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Spec-for-spec, from manufacturer data.
| Specification | Hanwha XNV-8081Z | i-PRO S61501-Z1 |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 2560×1920 (5MP) | 3072×1728 (5MP) |
| Image Sensor | 1/1.8" CMOS (6MP sensor) | 1/2.8" CMOS |
| Optical Zoom / Focal Length | 2.6x motorized varifocal, 3.6–9.4mm | 10x optical motorized, 4.7–47mm |
| Max Aperture | F1.2 (Wide) – F2.4 (Tele) | F1.6 (Wide) – F3.0 (Tele) |
| Min Illumination | 0.07 lux color / 0.007 lux B&W | 0.004 lux B&W (color not specified) |
| Wide Dynamic Range | 120dB | Up to 132dB (Super Dynamic level 31) |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps | 30fps |
| Video Compression | H.265, H.264, MJPEG | H.265, H.264, MJPEG |
| Pan / Tilt Range | ±175° pan / 0–85° tilt / ±175° rotate | 0–350° pan / –30° to +90° tilt |
| Preset Positions | Not specified in provided specs | 256 positions |
| IP / Weather Rating | IP67 / IP66 / IP6K9K / NEMA 4X | Not specified (Indoor only) |
| IK / Impact Rating | IK10+ | Not specified |
| Operating Temperature | –50°C to +60°C | –10°C to +50°C (power-on: 0°C min) |
| Power Input / PoE Class | PoE 802.3af Class 3 / 12VDC / 24VAC; max 5.40W | PoE+ 12.95W / DC12V 11.6W |
| Edge Storage | Dual microSD/SDHC/SDXC, up to 512GB | Single microSDXC (capacity not specified) |
| Audio I/O | Mic/line in selectable; line out 1Vrms | 3.5mm stereo jack in/out; half/full duplex |
| Dimensions | Ø180×125mm / 1.75kg (3.86 lb) | Ø117×155mm / 1.2kg (2.65 lb) |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which should you choose: the XNV-8081Z or the S61501-Z1?
The XNV-8081Z is the stronger choice when the deployment is outdoor or in vandal-risk environments requiring certified ingress and impact protection. Its IP67/IK10+/NEMA 4X rating and –50°C to +60°C operating range have no equivalent in the WV-S61501-Z1 spec sheet, which lists no IP or IK rating and limits operation to –10°C to +50°C indoors. The Hanwha also draws only 5.40W on standard PoE 802.3af (Class 3), avoiding the PoE+ infrastructure cost the i-PRO's 12.95W demand requires. Conversely, the WV-S61501-Z1 delivers a 10x optical zoom versus the XNV-8081Z's 2.6x — a decisive advantage for wide-area PTZ coverage and DORI-range targeting — plus a higher 132dB WDR ceiling, deeper low-light sensitivity at 0.004 lux B&W, and FIPS 140-2 Level 3 cybersecurity certification. Choose the XNV-8081Z for outdoor hardened sites on standard PoE infrastructure; choose the WV-S61501-Z1 for indoor environments demanding extended zoom reach, maximum WDR, and FIPS-level security compliance.
Is the XNV-8081Z or WV-S61501-Z1 better for low-light performance?
Based on published specs, the WV-S61501-Z1 reaches 0.004 lux B&W minimum illumination versus the XNV-8081Z's 0.007 lux B&W — making the i-PRO the lower-light performer on that figure. The i-PRO also rates WDR higher at up to 132dB versus the XNV-8081Z's 120dB. However, the XNV-8081Z's larger 1/1.8" sensor and faster F1.2 wide aperture (vs. F1.6 on the i-PRO) contribute to passive light gathering that the minimum-illumination number alone does not fully capture.
Can the XNV-8081Z be installed outdoors while the WV-S61501-Z1 cannot?
Yes, based on the provided specifications. The XNV-8081Z carries IP67/IP66/IP6K9K and NEMA 4X weather ratings and an IK10+ vandal resistance rating, with an operating range of –50°C to +60°C. The WV-S61501-Z1 specifies no IP ingress rating, no IK impact rating, and an indoor-only environment rating with an operating range of –10°C to +50°C. Installing the i-PRO outdoors would require a separately rated enclosure not included in the base unit.
Which camera offers better PTZ coverage range — the XNV-8081Z or the WV-S61501-Z1?
The WV-S61501-Z1 offers substantially greater PTZ coverage range. It provides 10x optical zoom (4.7–47mm) versus the XNV-8081Z's 2.6x motorized varifocal (3.6–9.4mm). The i-PRO also publishes DORI distances — detection to 945.4m and identification to 94.5m at tele — which the Hanwha spec does not include, making direct DORI comparison impossible. Pan range also differs: the i-PRO covers 0–350° continuous versus the XNV-8081Z's ±175° (350° total) with a maximum 200-cycle remote adjustment limit noted in the spec.
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