Digital Watchdog DWC-MPF5Wi4TW 5MP IR Dome Camera

The Digital Watchdog DWC-MPF5Wi4TW is a professional-grade 5-megapixel outdoor dome IP camera engineered for comprehensive surveillance in demanding environments. Built with vandal-resistant construction and designed for 24/7 monitoring, this camera delivers exceptional image quality and reliable performance across day and night conditions.

Key Features

• 5MP resolution with 82.3° horizontal field of view for wide coverage
• Smart IR™ technology with 50-foot infrared range for complete darkness visibility
• True WDR 120dB for balanced exposure in high-contrast lighting
• IVA+ analytics license included with intrusion, line crossing, loitering, tailgating, and directional detection
• PoE powered for simplified installation and single-cable connectivity
• IP66 rated and IK10 vandal-resistant dome housing for outdoor durability
• Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot supporting up to 1TB local storage
• Dual H.264/H.265 video compression with multi-streaming capability
• Smart DNR™ 3D noise reduction for superior low-light image quality
• 16 programmable privacy masks for sensitive area protection

Technical Specifications

• Sensor: 5MP 1/2.8" CMOS (2592 x 1944 pixels)
• Lens: 4.0mm fixed focal length
• Night Vision: Auto day/night with 0.0 lux B/W and 0.16 lux color minimum illumination
• Frame Rate: Up to 30fps at all resolutions
• Shutter Speed: 1/15 ~ 1/32000 with slow shutter support
• Video Codecs: H.264, H.265, MJPEG at resolutions from CIF to 5MP
• Bitrate: 32Kbps–20Mbps with CBR/VBR control
• Network: IPv4 with ONVIF compliance; supports HTTP/HTTPS, RTSP, SNMP, and Bonjour protocols
• Security: 802.1x, TLS encryption, MAC filtering, and multi-user authentication
• Power: PoE maximum 7.2W consumption
• Operating Temperature: -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C)
• Dimensions: 4.92" x 1.88" (125 x 48mm); Weight: 0.88 lbs

Applications

Ideal for outdoor perimeter monitoring, parking lots, building entrances, industrial facilities, and large open spaces. The wide 82.3° field of view minimizes blind spots while the 4.0mm lens provides excellent coverage of mid-to-large areas. Advanced motion detection and analytics make this camera suitable for entrance/exit monitoring and intrusion detection scenarios.

System Integration

Compatible with any ONVIF-conformant VMS including DW Spectrum® IPVMS, Genetec, Milestone, and ExacqVision. Dual-streaming at different resolutions and rates enables flexible bandwidth management across network infrastructure.

James Everett

Perspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.

The DWC-MPF5Wi4TW represents a well-balanced outdoor surveillance solution combining 5MP clarity with proven Smart IR illumination. The 82.3° field of view and 4.0mm lens create a sweet spot for mid-range outdoor coverage without excessive telephoto limitations. The inclusion of IVA+ analytics licensing (rather than basic IVA) is significant—it adds logical rules engine, object removal detection, and tailgating capabilities out-of-box, reducing dependency on VMS-based analytics and improving detection reliability.

True WDR 120dB handles challenging lighting transitions common in outdoor environments, while Smart DNR™ preserves detail in low-light scenarios where IR dominates. PoE power simplifies installation to a single network cable, reducing labor costs on outdoor runs. The 5-year warranty and IK10 vandal rating reflect enterprise-grade durability expectations.

Storage expansion via micro SD up to 1TB provides local failsafe recording independent of network stability.