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SKU: DS-2CD2386G2-I
UPC: 722390681668
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Hikvision DS-2CD2386G2-I 8MP DarkFighter WDR Fixed Turret Outdoor IP Camera

8MP turret with 0.003 Lux color + 30m IR for 24/7 outdoor surveillance

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Hikvision DS-2CD2386G2-I 8MP DarkFighter WDR Fixed Turret Outdoor IP Camera

Overview

SKU: DS-2CD2386G2-I
UPC: 722390681668
Condition: New
Availability: Discontinued - This item is no longer available for purchase.
Warranty 5-year warranty

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Hikvision DS-2CD2386G2-I 8MP DarkFighter Turret Outdoor IP Camera

The Hikvision DS-2CD2386G2-I is a professional-grade 8MP turret network camera engineered for demanding surveillance applications requiring exceptional low-light performance and intelligent threat detection. Built on a 1/1.8" progressive scan CMOS sensor with 3840 × 2160 resolution, this camera delivers ultra-high-definition imagery with the clarity needed to identify subjects across expansive monitoring areas. The DarkFighter technology enables operation at extreme low-light conditions, with color performance as low as 0.003 Lux (F1.6, AGC ON) and full B/W operation at 0 Lux with IR supplementation.

Key Features

  • AcuSense Intelligence: Human and vehicle target classification reduces false alarms and streamlines security workflows
  • 120 dB WDR: Wide Dynamic Range captures detail in high-contrast scenes with simultaneous backlit and frontlit areas
  • IR Illumination: Smart supplement light extends up to 30 m with 850 nm wavelength for seamless day/night transitions
  • Multiple Lens Options: Fixed focal lenses in 2.8 mm, 4 mm, and 6 mm configurations with M12 mount, accommodating diverse FOV requirements
  • Advanced Compression: H.265+, H.265, H.264+, and H.264 encoding optimizes bandwidth and storage efficiency
  • PoE Powered: 802.3af Class 3 eliminates separate power infrastructure; max draw 6.8 W
  • IP67 Rated: Sealed design withstands harsh outdoor environments, dust, and water ingress
  • Face Capture & Analytics: Built-in motion detection with human/vehicle classification and scene change detection
  • Flexible Storage: MicroSD/SDHC/SDXC support up to 256 GB with local recording, plus NAS integration and automatic network replenishment (ANR)

Technical Specifications

The camera operates at 30 fps in 4K and supports up to 6 simultaneous live view channels via HTTPS-encrypted ONVIF, ISAPI, and SDK connectivity. The 52 dB SNR and fixed F1.6 aperture ensure consistent image quality across changing lighting conditions. Audio input (mono) with multiple compression formats and built-in microphone enable two-way communication. Network security includes password protection, IP filtering, 802.1X authentication, and comprehensive audit logging. The compact turret form factor (Ø138.3 × 126.3 mm, 740 g) integrates discreetly into varied architectural settings while maintaining full pan/tilt/rotate adjustment capability (0–360° pan/rotate, 0–75° tilt).

Applications

Ideal for perimeter security, traffic monitoring, facility entrances, parking areas, and critical infrastructure protection where extended detection range and low-light clarity are essential. The combination of intelligent analytics and robust environmental sealing makes it suitable for airports, manufacturing plants, smart cities, and enterprise campuses.

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

The DS-2CD2386G2-I represents Hikvision's DarkFighter platform maturity, delivering genuine low-light performance without sacrificing color fidelity. The 120 dB WDR addresses a critical pain point in outdoor surveillance—simultaneous capture of backlit subjects and bright surfaces—without resorting to image fusion artifacts. AcuSense's human/vehicle classification is particularly valuable in large-scale deployments, as it materially reduces SOC alert fatigue compared to generic motion detection.

The three lens options provide deployment flexibility; the 6 mm variant delivers 140 m detection range, critical for perimeter and long-range applications. The H.265+ codec support is essential for organizations managing bandwidth constraints; at equivalent quality, H.265+ delivers 50% bitrate savings versus H.264. PoE Class 3 simplicity (max 6.8 W) is a significant advantage for retrofit installations.

The microSD onboard storage with ANR fallback provides redundancy without external NAS dependency. For integrators, the camera's support for ONVIF Profile S/G/T, ISAPI, and SDK ensures compatibility across management platforms. The face capture capability, combined with region of interest (ROI) functionality, enables intelligent streaming to analytics backends.

Thermal performance across -30 to 60°C ensures consistent operation in extreme climates. This camera is well-suited for tier-1 deployments where cost-per-detection-meter is a secondary concern to reliability and image quality.

Product Documentation

Specifications
Type: Turret
Features: AcuSense
Features: Night Vision
Frame Rate: 30 fps
Sensor Type: 1/1.8" Progressive Scan CMOS
Max. Resolution: 3840 × 2160
Min. Illumination: 0.003 Lux color / 0 Lux IR
Shutter Time: 1/3 s to 1/100,000 s
Day & Night: IR cut filter
Angle Adjustment: Pan: 0° to 360°, tilt: 0° to 75°, rotate: 0° to 360°
Lens Type: Fixed focal lens, 2.8, 4, and 6 mm optional
Focal Length & FOV: 2.8mm (111°H), 4mm (87°H), 6mm (51°H)
Lens Mount: M12
Iris Type: Fixed
Aperture: F1.6
DORI: D: 89.2m (2.8mm), 99.4m (4mm), 140m (6mm)
Supplement Light Type: IR
Supplement Light Range: Up to 30 m
Smart Supplement Light: Yes
IR Wavelength: 850 nm
Main Stream: 3840×2160 @ 25fps
Sub-Stream: 640×480 @ 25fps
Third Stream: 1920×1080 @ 10fps
Video Compression: Main stream: H.265/H.264/H.264+/H.265+, +more
Video Bit Rate: 32 Kbps to 16 Mbps
H.264 Type: Baseline Profile/Main Profile/High Profile
H.265 Type: Main Profile
Bit Rate Control: CBR/VBR
Scalable Video Coding (SVC: H.264 and H.265 encoding
Region Of Interest (ROI: 1 fixed region for main stream and sub-stream
Target Cropping: Yes
Audio Type: -U: mono sound
Audio Compression: -U: G.711ulaw/G.711alaw/G.722.1/G.726/MP2L2/PCM/MP3/AAC
Audio Bit Rate: 8–320 Kbps (MP3, AAC, G.711)
Audio Sampling Rate: -U: 8 kHz/16 kHz/32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz
Environment Noise Filtering: -U: Yes
Protocols: TCP/IP, ICMP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, RTP, RTSP, NTP, UPnP, SMTP, IGMP, 802.1X, QoS, IPv4, IPv6, UDP, Bonjour, SSL/TLS, PPPoE, SNMP, ARP
Simultaneous Live View: Up to 6 channels
API: ONVIF (S/G/T), ISAPI, SDK
User/Host: 32 users, 3 levels
Security: Password protection, complicated password, HTTPS encryption, IP address filter, Security Audit Log, basic and digest authentication for HTTP/HTTPS, TLS 1.1/1.2, WSSE and digest authentication for Open Network Video Interface
Network Storage: MicroSD/SDHC/SDXC card (256 GB) local storage, and NAS (NFS, SMB/CIFS), auto network replenishment (ANR);Together with high-end Hikvision memory card, memory card encryption and health detection are supported.
Client: iVMS-4200, Hik-Connect, Hik-Central
Web Browser: Plug-in required live view: IE 10+, +more
Image Parameters Switch: Yes
Image Settings: Rotate mode, saturation, brightness, contrast, sharpness, gain, white balance adjustable by client software or web browser
Day/Night Switch: Day, Night, Auto, Schedule
Wide Dynamic Range (WDR: 120 dB
SNR: ≥ 52 dB
Image Enhancement: BLC, HLC, 3D DNR
Ethernet Interface: 1 RJ45 10 M/100 M self-adaptive Ethernet port
On-Board Storage: Built-in micro SD/SDHC/SDXC slot, up to 256 GB
Built-In Microphone: -U: Yes
Reset Key: Yes
Basic Event: Motion detection (human and vehicle targets classification), video tampering alarm, exception
Smart Event: Scene change detection
Linkage: FTP, NAS, email, recording, capture
Face Capture: Yes
Power Type: PoE
Dimension: Ø138.3 mm × 126.3 mm (Ø5.4" × 5")
Package Dimension: 170 mm × 170 mm × 150 mm (6.9" × 6.9" × 5.9")
Weight: Approx. 740 g (1.6 lb.)
With Package Weight: Approx. 1020 g (2.2 lb.)
Storage Conditions: -30 to 60°C, ≤95% humidity (non-condensing)
Startup And Operating Conditions: -30°C to 60°C
Language: 33 languages, English, Russian, Estonian, Bulgarian, +more
General Function: Anti-flicker, heartbeat, mirror, privacy mask, flash log, password reset via email, pixel counter
EMC: FCC (47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B); CE-EMC (EN 55032: 2015, EN 61000-3-2: 2014, EN 61000-3-3: 2013, EN 50130-4: 2011 +A1: 2014); RCM (AS/NZS CISPR 32: 2015); KC (KN 32: 2015, KN 35: 2015)
Safety: UL (UL 60950-1); CB (IEC 60950-1:2005 + Am 1:2009 + Am 2:2013); CE-LVD (EN 60950-1:2005 + Am 1:2009 + Am 2:2013)
Environment Rating: CE-RoHS (2011/65/EU); WEEE (2012/19/EU); Reach (Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006)
Protection: IP67 (IEC 60529-2013)
Product Type: Turret
Connectivity: Wired
Night Vision: IR
PoE Class: 3
Form Factor: Turret
IP Rating: IP67
Max Channels: 6
Resolution: 8MP
Audio Support: Yes
Day/Night: Yes
Storage Support: microSD
Outdoor Ready: Yes
HTTPS Encryption: Yes
WDR: WDR
Image Sensor Size: 1/1.8"
Horizontal Fov: 111°
Vertical Fov: 59°
Wide Dynamic Range: WDR
Housing Color: White
Warranty: 5-year warranty
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