Hikvision DS-2CD6944G0-IHS 8MP PanoVu AI WDR H.265+ Outdoor Dome IP Camera
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SKU: DS-2CD6944G0-IHS
UPC: 842571149142
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16MP panoramic dome with 180° view and 20m IR for outdoor coverage

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SKU: DS-2CD6944G0-IHS
UPC: 842571149142
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Warranty 5-year warranty

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Hikvision DS-2CD6944G0-IHS 16MP PanoVu AI Dome Camera

The Hikvision DS-2CD6944G0-IHS is a professional-grade panoramic surveillance solution that integrates four synchronized 4-megapixel sensors to deliver comprehensive 180° horizontal and 90° vertical field of view coverage. This innovative PanoVu architecture eliminates blind spots and reduces the number of cameras required for expansive area monitoring, making it ideal for large outdoor deployments where cost efficiency and comprehensive coverage are critical.

Key Features

  • 16MP resolution with quad-sensor panoramic architecture for seamless wide-area coverage
  • AI-powered object detection and classification to reduce false alarms and improve response accuracy
  • Advanced H.265+ video compression for optimized bandwidth and storage efficiency
  • Dual-lens configuration (2.8mm and 6mm) with panorama and ePTZ modes for flexible monitoring strategies
  • IR illumination with four LEDs extending up to 20 meters for complete 24/7 surveillance capability
  • WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) technology for balanced imaging in mixed lighting conditions
  • IK10 vandal resistance and IP67 weatherproofing for harsh outdoor environments
  • PoE+ powered for simplified single-cable installation and reduced infrastructure costs

Technical Specifications

The camera features a 1/1.8" Progressive Scan CMOS sensor with exceptional low-light sensitivity at 0.009 Lux in color mode and 0.0018 Lux in black and white. Variable aperture (F1.4-F1.6) and high-speed shutter (1/25 to 1/100,000s) enable superior image quality across diverse lighting scenarios. The main stream supports up to 30fps at 1920×1080 resolution, while the panorama mode delivers 4800×2688 resolution at 25fps in 50Hz configurations.

Network capabilities include ONVIF Profile S and G compliance, ISAPI SDK support, and simultaneous live view for up to 20 channels. The camera supports multiple video compression formats (H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264, MJPEG) with bitrate ranges from 32 Kbps to 16 Mbps, accommodating bandwidth-constrained deployments. Integrated microSD card slot supports storage up to 256GB with automatic network replenishment (ANR) for critical footage protection.

Applications

  • Large parking structures and open-air parking lots requiring comprehensive perimeter coverage
  • Critical infrastructure sites including utilities, transportation hubs, and industrial facilities
  • Campus and complex-wide surveillance with reduced camera count and installation labor
  • Municipal applications such as traffic monitoring, public spaces, and civic facilities
  • Commercial properties requiring high-resolution panoramic documentation for incident investigation
James Everett
James Everett
Perspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.

The DS-2CD6944G0-IHS represents a paradigm shift in panoramic surveillance design. Its quad-sensor architecture with synchronized image stitching eliminates traditional panoramic limitations while the integrated AI engine—capable of people density analysis in panorama mode—provides actionable intelligence rather than passive video collection. The H.265+ compression delivers measurable bandwidth savings of 50-70% compared to H.264, directly reducing NVR storage requirements and network infrastructure costs.

The dual-lens option with independent ePTZ channels enables operators to maintain panoramic context while zooming into regions of interest without losing full-scene awareness. For outdoor deployments, the combination of IK10 protection, IP67 rating, integrated heater, and 850nm IR with 20-meter range makes this camera suitable for extended periods in uncontrolled environments. The 32-user access control with three privilege levels and comprehensive security protocols (HTTPS, 802.1X, watermarking) address enterprise security requirements.

Integration with Hikvision's iVMS-4200 platform and third-party systems via ONVIF ensures seamless deployment within existing surveillance infrastructure. Organizations should note that motion detection and people density analysis functions operate only in panorama mode, so use-case alignment with operational requirements is essential during deployment planning.

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Specifications
Type: Dome
Features: PanoVu
Features: AI
Frame Rate: High
Sensor Type: 1/1.8" Progressive Scan CMOS
Max. Resolution: 4800 × 2688
Min. Illumination: 0.009 Lux color / 0 Lux IR
Shutter Time: 1/25 s to 1/100,000 s
Day & Night: IR cut filter. Blue glass module to reduce ghost phenomenon.
Angle Adjustment: Pan: 0° to 355°, tilt: 0° to 90°
Lens Type: Fixed lens, 2.8 mm/6 mm, four lenses
Focal Length & FOV: 2.8mm (180°H/90°V), 6mm (180°H/25°V)
Lens Mount: M16
Focus: Manual, semi-auto
Aperture: F1.4
Supplement Light Type: IR, four IR LEDs
Supplement Light Range: Up to 20 m
IR Wavelength: 850 nm
Main Stream: 1920×1080 @ 25fps
Sub-Stream: 1920×1080 @ 25fps
Video Compression: Main stream: H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264, +more
Video Bit Rate: 32 Kbps to 16 Mbps
H.264 Type: Baseline Profile,Main Profile,High Profile
H.265 Type: Main Profile
Scalable Video Coding (SVC: H.264 encoding
Target Cropping: Yes (only panorama mode supports)
Audio Compression: G.711/G.722.1/G.726/MP2L2/PCM
Audio Bit Rate: 16-192 Kbps
Audio Sampling Rate: 8 kHz/16 kHz/32 kHz/48 kHz
Environment Noise Filtering: Yes
Protocols: TCP/IP, ICMP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, RTP, RTSP, RTCP, PPPoE, NTP, UPnP, SMTP, SNMP, IGMP, 802.1X, QoS, IPv4, IPv6, UDP, Bonjour
Simultaneous Live View: Up to 20 channels
API: ONVIF (PROFILE S, PROFILE G), ISAPI, SDK, Ehome
User/Host: 32 users, 3 levels
Security: Password protection, complicated password, HTTPS encryption, 802.1X authentication (EAP-TLS, EAP-LEAP, EAP-MD5), watermark, IP address filter, basic and digest authentication for HTTP/HTTPS, WSSE and digest authentication for ONVIF, RTP/RTSP over HTT
Network Storage: NAS (NFS, SMB/CIFS),Auto Network Replenishment (ANR)
Client: iVMS-4200
Web Browser: IE8+
Image Settings: Rotate mode (only the original mode supports), saturation, brightness, contrast, sharpness, AGC, and white balance are adjustable by client software or web browser
Day/Night Switch: Day,Night,Auto,Schedule,Alarm Trigger
Wide Dynamic Range (WDR: Digital WDR
Image Enhancement: BLC, HLC, 3D DNR, Defog, EIS
Picture Overlay: Logo overlay, 128×128 24-bit BMP
Ethernet Interface: 1 RJ45 10 M/100 M/1000 M Ethernet port
On-Board Storage: microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC, up to 256GB
Built-In Microphone: Yes
Built-In Speaker: Yes
Audio Support: 1 input (line in/mic in), 3.5 mm 3-section connector/2-core terminal block/connector not included, max. input amplitude: 3.3 vpp, input impedance: 4.7 KΩ, interface type: non-equilibrium; 1 output (line out), 3.5 mm 3-section connector/2-core termina
Alarm: 2 inputs, 2 outputs (max. 24 VDC, 1A)
RS-485: 1x RS-485 half-duplex (Hikvision/Pelco-P/D)
Reset Key: Yes
Fiber Optical: FC, single mode, single fiber, 1310/1550nm, 1.25G, 20km
Basic Event: Motion detection (only panorama mode supports), exception (network disconnected, IP address conflict, illegal login, HDD full, HDD error)
Linkage: Multiple output options
People Density: Without (D) version: Yes (only panorama mode supports);With (D) version: No
Power Type: PoE
Material: Aluminum alloy
Dimension: 189.5 × 207.63 × 206.62 mm (7.46" × 8.17" × 8.13")
Package Dimension: 340 × 261 × 293 mm (13.4" × 10.3" × 11.5")
Weight: Approx. 3 kg (6.6 lb.)
With Package Weight: Approx. 5 kg (11 lb.)
Storage Conditions: -40 to 60°C, 95% RH non-condensing
Startup And Operating Conditions: -40°C to +60°C, 95% humidity
Language: English
General Function: Anti-flicker, heartbeat, mirror (only original mode supports), privacy masks (only original mode supports), password protection, watermark, IP address filter (only original mode supports), pixel counter
Heater: Yes
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); IC (ICES-003: Issue 6, 2016); KC (KN 32: 2015, KN 35: 2015)
Safety: UL (UL 60950-1); CE (IEC 60950-1:2005 + Am 1:2009 + Am 2:2013); CE-LVD (EN 60950-1:2005 + Am 1:2009 + Am 2:2013); BIS (IS 13252(Part 1):2010+A1:2013+A2:2015)
Environment Rating: CE-RoHS (2011/65/EU); WEEE (2012/19/EU); Reach (Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006)
Protection: IK10 (IEC 62262:2002), IP67 (IEC 60529-2013)
Product Type: Dome
Connectivity: Wired
IP Rating: IP67
Night Vision: IR
Vandal Rating: IK10
Max Channels: 20
Resolution: 16MP
Day/Night: Yes
Storage Support: microSD
Outdoor Ready: Yes
HTTPS Encryption: Yes
WDR: WDR
Horizontal Fov: 180°
Vertical Fov: 90°
Image Stabilization: Yes
Wide Dynamic Range: WDR
Housing Color: White
Warranty: 5-year warranty
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