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Hikvision DS-2CD3T48G2-LIS 4MP ColorVu Smart Hybrid Light WDR AI Bullet IP Camera
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Overview
Hikvision DS-2CD3T48G2-LIS 4MP ColorVu Bullet Camera
The Hikvision DS-2CD3T48G2-LIS is a professional-grade 4MP outdoor bullet camera combining ColorVu smart hybrid lighting with advanced AI analytics. Built for continuous surveillance in low-light and no-light environments, this camera delivers exceptional clarity and intelligent threat detection for enterprise security deployments.
Key Features
- 4MP resolution (2688 × 1520) with 1/3" progressive scan CMOS sensor
- ColorVu technology with dual supplemental lighting: IR (850 nm, 60 m range) and white light
- Smart hybrid light automatically switches between IR and white light based on scene conditions
- 120 dB wide dynamic range (WDR) for balanced exposure in mixed lighting
- AI-powered analytics: people counting, face capture, and perimeter protection
- Flexible lens options: 2.8 mm (100.2° horizontal FOV) or 4 mm (81.1° horizontal FOV)
- IP67 rated and NEMA 4X certified for harsh outdoor environments
- PoE Class 3 powered (max 10 W) for simplified installation
- Multiple video streams: main stream up to 30 fps at 4MP, plus three additional streams
- H.265/H.264 compression with ROI and SVC support
- Built-in microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC slot (up to 512 GB) with ANR capability
Technical Specifications
Imaging & Optics: The camera achieves exceptional low-light performance with a minimum illumination of 0.001 Lux in color mode (F1.0, AGC ON) and 0 Lux with supplemental light. Its F1.0 aperture and smart white light supplement address the limitations of traditional IR-only solutions, enabling full-color surveillance in complete darkness. DORI specifications reach 78 m detection, 31 m observation, 15 m recognition, and 7 m identification with the 4 mm lens.
Video & Compression: Main stream supports up to 30 fps at 4MP with H.265/H.264/H.264+/H.265+ encoding. Dual sub-streams and two additional streams (25/30 fps) enable flexible bandwidth management and multi-view playback. Bit rate control ranges from 32 Kbps to 8 Mbps with both CBR and VBR modes.
Edge Computing & Analytics: Equipped with 1.5 TOPS computing power, 400 MB smart RAM, and 2 GB eMMC storage. Supports Caffe, PyTorch, TensorFlow, and ONNX deep learning frameworks. Built-in smart events include unattended baggage detection, object removal, scene change detection, and defocus detection. Perimeter protection offers line crossing, intrusion, and region-based detection with human/vehicle classification.
Connectivity & Security: Supports TCP/IP, RTSP, ONVIF Profile S/G/T, and ISAPI. Security features include HTTPS encryption, 802.1X authentication, watermark, IP filtering, and digest authentication. Compatible with iVMS-4200, Hik-Connect, and Hik-Central platforms. Up to 32 concurrent users with three privilege levels.
Applications
- Critical infrastructure and perimeter monitoring
- Transportation hubs and parking facilities requiring 24/7 color vision
- Retail and warehouse surveillance with advanced people counting
- Campus and facility security with AI-driven threat detection
- Border and checkpoint security operations

The DS-2CD3T48G2-LIS addresses a critical gap in outdoor surveillance: the need for continuous color imagery without color washout or excessive IR bloom. ColorVu technology intelligently switches between IR and white light, preserving detail in low-light scenarios while minimizing power consumption. The 120 dB WDR combined with F1.0 aperture ensures performance in mixed-lighting environments where traditional fixed-aperture designs struggle.
The 1.5 TOPS edge AI accelerator enables real-time people counting and perimeter analytics at the camera level, reducing bandwidth and NVR load—critical for large-scale deployments. HEOP 2.0 OpendevSDK and multi-framework support (Caffe, PyTorch, TensorFlow, ONNX) allow integrators to deploy custom models for specialized applications.
PoE Class 3 operation (max 10 W) is efficiently managed through selective light control. The dual-lens option (2.8 mm vs. 4 mm) allows deployment flexibility: wider coverage for general surveillance or extended range for perimeter protection. IP67/NEMA 4X rating and -30°C to 60°C operating range support extreme environments.
Integration with Hikvision's ecosystem (iVMS-4200, Hik-Connect, Hik-Central) provides centralized management, though ONVIF compliance enables multi-vendor NVR compatibility. The onboard microSD slot with ANR provides local failover, reducing reliance on centralized storage during network disruptions.
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