i-PRO S2236LA vs i-PRO S35302-F2L1: Specification Comparison
Both the i-PRO WV-S2236LA and WV-S35302-F2L1 are 2MP wired IP dome cameras sharing the same Ambarella CV25M SoC, 1/2.8-type CMOS sensor, 144 dB Super Dynamic WDR, IK10 vandal resistance, ONVIF G/M/S/T compliance, and identical AI analytics suites. The key differentiators are deployment environment (indoor vs. outdoor-rated), lens type (motorized varifocal vs. fixed wide-angle), and IR range. This comparison helps installers and IT buyers choose between them for a specific site requirement.
In This Guide
How do the imaging specs compare?
The S2236LA uses a 2.9–9 mm motorized varifocal lens with 3.1x optical zoom and auto-focus, delivering an angular field of view of 36°–115° (16:9). Its IR LEDs reach 70 m at 30 IRE and 50 m at 50 IRE, and it captures 1920×1080 at 60 fps. Minimum illumination is rated at 0.007 lx (color, F1.3) and 0.006 lx (B&W with IR). DORI detection range reaches 118.2 m at tele; identification reaches 11.8 m at tele.
The S35302-F2L1 uses a fixed 2.4 mm lens (F2.1) with a 132° horizontal field of view and no optical zoom (digital extra zoom up to 3.0× at 640×360). Its maximum native resolution is 2048×1536 (4:3). IR range is rated at 21 m at 30 IRE and 15 m at 50 IRE. Minimum illumination is 0.02 lx (color) and 0 lx (B&W with IR). DORI detection tops out at 17.1 m. Both cameras share 144 dB max dynamic range (Super Dynamic level 31), the same DNR and AGC range (0–255 and 0–11), and the same AI sound classification categories.
What about installation and environment?
The S35302-F2L1 is explicitly outdoor-rated: IP66 (IEC 60529), NEMA 4X compliant, wind resistance up to 40 m/s (≈89 mph), and an operating temperature of −40 °C to +50 °C. The S2236LA carries no external IP ingress rating per its spec sheet and is designated Indoor only, with a narrower operating range of −10 °C to +50 °C. Both are IK10 vandal-resistant per IEC 62262.
Both cameras are powered by PoE (IEEE 802.3af, PoE Class 0) with a maximum draw of 8.6–8.7 W. The S2236LA also accepts DC 12 V at 720 mA. Physical form differs: the S2236LA is a round dome measuring ø129.5 × 102.5 mm (H) and weighs 570 g; the S35302-F2L1 has a flat-back mini-dome profile at 109 × 53 × 119 mm and weighs 475 g, making it marginally lighter. Both use an RJ45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX network interface.
Which fits your VMS and analytics better?
Both cameras are ONVIF Profile G/M/S/T certified and support up to 14 simultaneous users. Both carry FIPS 140-2 Level 3 security, IEEE 802.1X, HTTPS/SSL-TLS, and SNMPv1/v2/v3. On-board edge storage via microSD reaches 512 GB (SDXC) on both. The S2236LA explicitly lists MJPEG alongside H.265/H.264; MJPEG is not listed in the S35302-F2L1 spec. The S35302-F2L1 lists EN55032 ClassA EMC; the S2236LA lists EN55032 ClassB, a stricter radiated-emission standard.
AI analytics are identical in category on both: AI Video Motion Detection, Face/People/Vehicle Detection, and the same four AI sound classifications (Gunshot, Yell, Vehicle Horn, Glass Break). Audio transmission modes listed for the S2236LA include Off/Mic/Audio Out/Half-Duplex/Full-Duplex; the S35302-F2L1 spec notes audio support and a built-in mic but does not enumerate transmission modes in the provided spec data. Both support G.726 (16/32 kbps) and G.711 (64 kbps) audio compression. VMD (4 areas), SCD (1 area), privacy zones (8), and VIQS (8) are the same across both.
Which should you choose: the S2236LA or the S35302-F2L1?
Our take: The S2236LA is the stronger choice when the deployment is indoor, scene coverage distance is a priority, or lens flexibility is required; the S35302-F2L1 is the definitive choice for any outdoor or harsh-environment installation. Three concrete spec deltas drive this: IR range is 70 m (S2236LA) vs. 21 m (S35302-F2L1), a 3.3× advantage favoring the S2236LA in long-corridor or high-ceiling indoor scenes; the S2236LA's motorized 3.1× optical zoom (2.9–9 mm) allows post-install field-of-view adjustment, whereas the S35302-F2L1's fixed 2.4 mm lens does not. Conversely, the S35302-F2L1 operates down to −40 °C and carries IP66/NEMA 4X ingress protection and 40 m/s wind resistance, none of which the S2236LA provides. Specify the S2236LA for climate-controlled indoor spaces needing reach; specify the S35302-F2L1 for outdoor perimeter, parking, or any installation exposed to weather, dust, or extreme cold.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Spec-for-spec, from manufacturer data.
| Specification | i-PRO S2236LA | i-PRO S35302-F2L1 |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1920×1080 (16:9); 2048×1536 (4:3) | 2048×1536 (native) |
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8-type CMOS | 1/2.8-type CMOS |
| SoC | Ambarella CV25M | Ambarella CV25M |
| Lens / Focal Length | 2.9–9 mm motorized varifocal (3.1× optical zoom) | 2.4 mm fixed (no optical zoom) |
| Horizontal Field of View | 36°–115° (16:9, wide–tele) | 132° (16:9) |
| Min. Illumination (Color) | 0.007 lx @ 30IRE, F1.3 | 0.02 lx (Color) |
| Min. Illumination (B&W / IR) | 0.006 lx (B&W with IR) | 0 lx (B&W with IR) |
| IR Range | 70 m @ 30IRE / 50 m @ 50IRE | 21 m @ 30IRE / 15 m @ 50IRE |
| Dynamic Range (WDR) | 144 dB max (Super Dynamic On, Level 31) | 144 dB max (Super Dynamic On, Level 31) |
| Max Frame Rate | 60 fps | Variable (max not specified in provided specs) |
| Video Compression | H.265, H.264, MJPEG | H.265, H.264 |
| IP / Ingress Rating | — (Indoor only, no IP rating listed) | IP66, NEMA 4X |
| IK / Impact Rating | IK10 | IK10 |
| Operating Temperature | −10 °C to +50 °C | −40 °C to +50 °C |
| Power Input / PoE Class | PoE 802.3af (Class 0) or DC 12 V; 8.7 W max | PoE 802.3af (Class 0); 8.6 W max |
| Edge Storage | microSD up to 512 GB (SDXC) | microSD up to 512 GB (SDXC) |
| Audio | 3.5 mm mic in + line out; half/full duplex | Built-in mic; audio support listed |
| ONVIF Profiles | G / M / S / T | G / M / S / T |
| AI Analytics | AI VMD, Face/People/Vehicle Detection, AI Sound Classification | AI VMD, Face/People/Vehicle Detection, AI Sound Classification |
| Dimensions | ø129.5 × 102.5 mm (H) | 109 × 53 × 119 mm (W×H×D) |
| Weight | 570 g (1.26 lbs) | 475 g (1.05 lbs) |
| Environment | Indoor | Outdoor |
| Warranty | 5-Year | 5-Year |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which should you choose: the S2236LA or the S35302-F2L1?
The S2236LA is the stronger choice when the deployment is indoor, scene coverage distance is a priority, or lens flexibility is required; the S35302-F2L1 is the definitive choice for any outdoor or harsh-environment installation. Three concrete spec deltas drive this: IR range is 70 m (S2236LA) vs. 21 m (S35302-F2L1), a 3.3× advantage favoring the S2236LA in long-corridor or high-ceiling indoor scenes; the S2236LA's motorized 3.1× optical zoom (2.9–9 mm) allows post-install field-of-view adjustment, whereas the S35302-F2L1's fixed 2.4 mm lens does not. Conversely, the S35302-F2L1 operates down to −40 °C and carries IP66/NEMA 4X ingress protection and 40 m/s wind resistance, none of which the S2236LA provides. Specify the S2236LA for climate-controlled indoor spaces needing reach; specify the S35302-F2L1 for outdoor perimeter, parking, or any installation exposed to weather, dust, or extreme cold.
Is the S2236LA or S35302-F2L1 better for low-light performance?
The S2236LA has a lower color minimum illumination (0.007 lx at F1.3) compared to the S35302-F2L1 (0.02 lx at F2.1), and its IR LEDs reach 70 m vs. 21 m on the S35302-F2L1. For scenes requiring long-range IR night vision indoors, the S2236LA holds the advantage. Both reach 0 lx in B&W IR mode. The S35302-F2L1's wider fixed lens (132° horizontal) covers more area per frame in low light but at shorter IR range.
Can the S35302-F2L1 be used indoors, and can the S2236LA be used outdoors?
The S35302-F2L1 carries IP66 and NEMA 4X ratings and an operating range of −40 °C to +50 °C, so it can be deployed indoors as well. The S2236LA has no published IP ingress rating and is spec-listed as indoor-rated with a minimum operating temperature of −10 °C, so it should not be installed outdoors or in environments subject to moisture, dust, or temperatures below −10 °C per its specifications.
Do both cameras support the same AI analytics and VMS integration?
Yes. Both cameras run on the same Ambarella CV25M SoC and share identical AI analytics categories: AI Video Motion Detection, Face/People/Vehicle Detection, and four AI sound classifications (Gunshot, Yell, Vehicle Horn, Glass Break). Both are ONVIF Profile G/M/S/T certified, support up to 14 simultaneous users, and offer microSD edge storage up to 512 GB. The primary integration difference is that the S2236LA lists MJPEG as a supported compression format while the S35302-F2L1 spec does not.
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