i-PRO WV-S32402-F2L 4MP Indoor Compact Dome Camera

i-PRO WV-S32402-F2L 4MP Indoor Compact Dome Camera

The i-PRO WV-S32402-F2L is a professional 4MP indoor dome engineered for retail, office, lobby, and facility surveillance where reliable low-light performance, intelligent detection, and tamper resistance matter. Built on Ambarella's CV25M processor, this compact wired PoE camera delivers 2688×1520 resolution at 30 fps with a 121° horizontal field of view, onboard AI analytics, and forensic-grade image quality in a space-efficient, shock-resistant enclosure.

Key Features

• 4MP 1/2.8" CMOS Sensor, 2688×1520 at 30 fps: Pixel density sufficient to detect subjects to 95 feet and identify faces to 9.5 feet in a single 4MP frame—cuts the need for overlapping camera zones in wider spaces. Flexible resolution modes (1920×1080, 1280×720, 4:3 formats) allow bandwidth-constrained deployments to step down without replacing the camera.
• 2.4mm Fixed Lens (F2.1), 121° Horizontal FOV: Wide angle eliminates blind spots in corridors and lobbies without barrel distortion. The wide aperture (F2.1) helps squeeze more usable light in dawn/dusk transitions before IR activates—reducing IR wash-out artifacts common in tight spaces.
• 24/7 IR Night Vision, 14m Effective Range (46 ft @ 30IRE): Built-in IR LED array with High/Middle/Low/Off modes. The 14m range covers most indoor hallways and retail floors without blooming. Achieves 0.06 lux monochrome performance with IR on—true round-the-clock surveillance without additional lighting infrastructure.
• 132 dB Dynamic Range (Super Dynamic Mode): WDR processing (Super Dynamic with 0–31 levels, Adaptive Black Stretch, Back Light Compensation, High Light Compensation) preserves detail when subjects are backlit by windows or spotlights. Real-world benefit: staff faces remain identifiable even when standing in front of bright retail displays.
• AI-Powered On-Camera Analytics: Motion Detection, Face Detection, People Detection, Vehicle Detection, Non-Mask Detection, Occupancy Detection, and Scene Change Detection reduce false alarms and simplify VMS event rules. Filtering at the source (not post-processing on an NVR) saves storage and bandwidth.
• PoE Class 0, 8.6W @ 48V (180mA): Draws minimal power, meaning your existing 802.3af PoE switch can support many more cameras without upgrade. Single Ethernet cable simplifies wiring in retrofit office builds where running conduit is costly.
• H.265 Compression with Dual-Stream: H.265 cuts file size 40–60% versus H.264 at equal image quality—a measurable difference when recording dozens of cameras 24/7. Dual-stream lets you send high-resolution to NVR storage and compressed stream to live monitoring over slower uplinks.
• IK10 Vandal Rating, Tamper-Resistant Enclosure: Aluminum die-cast body and polycarbonate dome withstand impacts from thrown objects or aggressive handling. IK10 rating (20 joule impact) is standard for public-facing retail or high-traffic facilities where accidental or intentional damage is a cost factor.
• microSD Card Slot (up to 512GB) + 14 Simultaneous Users: Local recording continues if network is cut, preserving evidence. Privacy zones and video quality impact sets (VIQS, up to 8 each) allow masking of sensitive areas and fine-tuning recording quality per scene without VMS intervention.

Integration & Compatibility

The WV-S32402-F2L supports ONVIF Profile G/M/S/T, TCP/IP, UDP, HTTPS/SSL-TLS, RTSP, RTP, MQTT, SNMP, and 802.1X authentication. IPv4 and IPv6 capable. Firmware is signed, and secure boot plus 802.1X support mitigate supply-chain and network insertion risks—requirements in regulated environments. Plays well with network video recorders and video management platforms using standard ONVIF discovery. Audio compression (G.726, G.711, AAC-LC) with selectable AI sound classification (gunshot, yell, vehicle horn, glass break) enables audio-based alerting without persistent two-way audio infrastructure.

Operational Profile

Operating range 0–40°C (32–104°F), 10–90% humidity non-condensing. Compact footprint (109mm W × 53mm H × 119mm D, 455g) fits into recessed ceiling mounts typical of retail and office builds. Adjustable shutter (1/10000s to 16/30s) and frame rates (30 or 15 fps selectable) allow fine-tuning motion blur and frame rate to balance storage against motion quality. Minimum illumination in color is 0.07 lux @ F2.1, 1/30s—adequate for interior spaces with ambient lighting; switch to IR for true darkness.

When to Choose a Different Model

If you need a wider field of view (greater than 121°), consider an alternative indoor camera in the i-PRO lineup with a shorter fixed lens (e.g., 1.9mm or 2mm variants for 140°+ coverage). If outdoor mounting is required—rain, direct sun, temperature extremes—the WV-S32402-F2L is not rated; step to an outdoor dome or bullet variant with IP66 or IP67 sealing. If you require motorized zoom or pan-tilt capability, this fixed-lens compact is not suitable; higher-resolution fixed-camera grids or dedicated PTZ models are more cost-effective.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can the WV-S32402-F2L be used outdoors?

A: No. This model is rated for indoor use only (0–40°C, 10–90% humidity). No IP66/IP67 environmental sealing. Outdoor deployments require a weatherproof variant.

Q: What is the maximum IR range in complete darkness?

A: The effective IR range is 14 meters (46 feet) at 30IRE standard. At 50IRE (slightly higher light level), range is approximately 33 feet. Beyond these distances, IR illumination falls off and subjects become silhouettes.

Q: Does the WV-S32402-F2L support two-way audio?

A: The camera has audio input capability with compression support (G.726, G.711, AAC-LC) and AI sound classification. Two-way audio depends on your VMS platform and network configuration; the camera provides the hardware interface, but full duplex requires compatible VMS software and speaker/microphone pairing at the camera location.

Q: What are the PoE power requirements?

A: The WV-S32402-F2L draws 8.6W at 48V PoE, classified as Class 0 device (under 13W). Standard 802.3af PoE switches (15.4W per port) can power multiple units per switch without strain, avoiding the cost of PoE+ upgrade.

Q: Is the lens fixed, or can it be adjusted?

A: The 2.4mm lens is fixed and not motorized. This is a fixed-coverage design; if your coverage area requires zoom or pan-tilt, select a different model. However, the 121° FOV is sufficient for most single-room or hallway deployments without overlap.

Q: Can I record locally to an SD card if the network fails?

A: Yes. The camera includes a microSD slot (up to 512GB supported). If Ethernet is cut, local recording continues. Playback and retrieval require physical SD card removal or network reconnection; there is no remote recovery while offline.

Marty Allison

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

The WV-S32402-F2L is a solid choice for indoor retail and office surveillance where vandal resistance and low-light performance matter more than exotic zoom range. I like this camera because it does one job well: deliver forensic-grade 4MP in tight spaces with minimal bandwidth and power overhead. The 132 dB dynamic range and 0.06 lux nighttime sensitivity mean you're actually identifying faces in marginal lighting, not just detecting motion.

Technical Highlights:

• H.265 Compression: Cutting 40–60% off file size versus H.264 adds real value in 24/7 retail deployments. On a 16-camera system recording four weeks of footage, that's a difference between a 4TB and 10TB NVR. Over three years, that matters.
• IK10 Vandal Rating + Aluminum Die-Cast Enclosure: Designed to survive thrown objects and aggressive handling. In retail environments, this avoids repeated replacement cycles and insurance claims—the cost-per-year drops fast.
• AI Analytics at the Edge: Motion, face, people, vehicle, non-mask, occupancy, scene change—all processed on the camera itself. Your VMS doesn't choke filtering 16 motion events per minute per camera; the camera does the work and only reports actionable events.
• PoE Class 0 at 8.6W: Most 802.3af switches allocate 15.4W per port. This camera uses 180mA—less than half the budget. Deploy four or five to a single switch port and your power math stays simple. No PoE+ upgrade needed.

Deployment Considerations:

• Fixed 2.4mm Lens: 121° FOV is wide, but it's not adjustable. If your lobby or corridor isn't suited to a ~120° cone, test coverage with a mock-up. Motorized zoom cameras carry higher power and upfront cost, but they buy you flexibility you don't get here.
• Indoor Only: 0–40°C operating range is tight. Door entries, loading docks, or any spot that sees 45°C+ in summer are out of bounds. Outdoor variants exist in the i-PRO line, but this is not one.
• Ceiling Mount Assumption: The dome form factor and 109mm footprint assume recessed or surface ceiling mounts. Wall mounting is possible but less typical and may require custom brackets; factor in installation labor if you're retrofitting.

Pick the WV-S32402-F2L if you're filling a retail floor, office hallway, or lobby where impact resistance, low-light clarity, and bandwidth efficiency justify a fixed wide-angle deployment. It's not a universal camera, but for the specific problem of "prove what happened in my building at 2 a.m. without breaking my storage budget," it's one of the more practical answers in the 4MP compact dome space.