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SKU: I98

ACTi 2MP Video Analytics Outdoor Speed Dome - I98
- 2MP PTZ dome covers wide areas without redeploying fixed cameras.
- Onboard video analytics filter events at the edge, reducing NVR load.
- ONVIF-compliant and PoE-powered for straightforward VMS integration.
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SKU: A43

ACTi 2MP Zoom Bullet Day / Night Extreme WDR Extreme Low - A43
- 4.3x optical zoom holds 2MP resolution across targeted coverage zones.
- Extreme WDR renders usable detail in backlit and low-contrast scenes simultaneously.
- ONVIF Profile S ensures plug-in-free integration with Milestone, Genetec, and Hanwha VMS.
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SKU: E618

ACTi 3MP Indoor Zoom Dome Day / Night Superior WDR 4.3x - E618
- 3MP resolution with Superior WDR handles high-contrast retail and corridor scenes.
- 4.3x motorized optical zoom lets you adjust coverage post-install without reopening the dome.
- Single PoE Ethernet connection powers and connects the camera—no separate power supply needed.
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SKU: A32

ACTi 3MP Mini Bullet Day / Night Advanced WDR Superior Low - A32
- 3MP resolution with Advanced WDR delivers usable detail in mixed-lighting scenes.
- Day/Night switching and superior low-light sensitivity reduce IR dependency at install.
- ONVIF-compliant with 802.3af/at PoE support simplifies VMS integration and wiring.
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SKU: B71

ACTi 3MP Outdoor Dome Day / Night Extreme WDR Superior Low - B71
- 3MP Extreme WDR resolves detail in simultaneous bright and shadowed zones.
- PoE+ (802.3at) over standard RJ-45 eliminates proprietary power infrastructure.
- ONVIF Profile S ensures drop-in compatibility with Milestone, Genetec, and equivalents.
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SKU: A92

ACTi 3MP Outdoor Mini Dome Day / Night Advanced WDR - A92
- 3MP resolution with Advanced WDR handles high-contrast scenes at entries and glass facades.
- ONVIF Profile S ensures drop-in compatibility with Milestone, Genetec, and H.264/H.265 NVRs.
- PoE-powered mini dome mounts to standard ceiling or wall brackets—no separate power run needed.
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SKU: A213

ACTi A213 5MP Box Camera
- 5MP at 30 fps with 150dB WDR resolves detail in high-contrast mixed-lighting scenes.
- CS-mount interchangeable lens accepts 2.8–12mm optics, avoiding camera replacement on coverage changes.
- On-camera DLPU runs deep learning analytics, reducing VMS load across face, people, and vehicle detection.
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ACTi

SKU: A23

ACTi A23 3MP Box Camera with Vari-focal Lens
- 2.8–12 mm vari-focal lens (f1.4–2.8) lets you dial in coverage without swapping optics.
- Single Cat5e/Cat6 run delivers power and data via 802.3af PoE at 13W max.
- H.265/H.264 dual codec with Extreme WDR keeps bandwidth manageable in mixed-light scenes.
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SKU: A31

ACTi A31 3MP Fixed Bullet IP Camera
- 3MP at 30fps with 120dB WDR preserves detail across high-contrast perimeter zones.
- IP66/IK10 metal casing with -30°C to 50°C range handles outdoor and high-vandalism sites.
- PoE+ (802.3at) and ONVIF Profile S/T/Q simplify single-cable installs on any VMS platform.
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SKU: A313

ACTi A313 4MP Mini Bullet IP Camera
- 4MP (2688×1520) at 30fps delivers sharp entry-point detail without frame-rate trade-offs.
- IP68/IK10 and -40°C to 60°C range support exposed pole, fence, and wall installs year-round.
- 150dB WDR and 0.003 lux IR sensitivity handle mixed-light and zero-light scenes on a single feed.
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SKU: A314

ACTi A314 6MP Mini Bullet Camera with IR & Extreme WDR
- 6MP at 30fps delivers forensic-grade detail for plate and facial ID at perimeter.
- 150dB Extreme WDR and 65m IR handle simultaneous glare and zero-lux darkness.
- IP68/IK10 housing withstands submersion, washdown, and 5kg impact for harsh sites.
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SKU: A415

ACTi A415 3MP Zoom Bullet Camera with Adaptive IR
- 4.3x motorized zoom (2.8–12mm) covers 90.6°–32.7° FOV without lossy digital zoom.
- 142dB Extreme WDR and 850nm IR at 30m maintain forensic clarity in zero-light or backlit scenes.
- IP66/IK10-rated metal housing with onboard VMD and people counting reduces server load outdoors.
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SKU: A42

ACTi A42 5MP Zoom Bullet Camera
- 3.6–10mm motorized zoom adapts framing without lens swaps or repositioning.
- IP66, NEMA 4X, and IK10-rated housing survives rooftop, salt-air, and impact exposure.
- Operates from −30°C to +50°C; PoE Class 3 simplifies single-cable perimeter deployment.
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SKU: A421

ACTi A421 8MP Video Analytics Zoom Bullet Camera
- 8MP 3864×2192 sensor with 4.3x optical zoom preserves forensic detail at distance.
- 150dB extreme WDR and adaptive IR sustain usable image from 0 lux to full sunlight.
- IP68/IK10 metal housing operates −30°C to 50°C; no additional enclosure required.
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SKU: A422

ACTi A422 4MP Zoom Bullet Camera
- 5x motorized zoom (2.7–13.5mm) holds 2688×1520 across full range—no lens swaps needed.
- IP68/IK10 and –40°C to +60°C operation suit harsh outdoor, cold-storage, and high-vandalism sites.
- Single PoE++ (802.3bt) port powers unit and motorized zoom; no separate DC supply required.
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SKU: A423

ACTi A423 6MP Zoom Bullet Camera
- 5x motorized zoom (2.7–13.5mm) frames distant targets without repositioning hardware.
- IP68/IK10 and −40°C to +60°C range support coastal, hose-down, and vandal-prone sites.
- 150dB WDR and 85m IR at 0.003 lux handle backlit and zero-light scenes simultaneously.
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What to Look For When Buying

The six decisions that matter most before you spec.

Form Factor by Scene

Bullet cameras signal deterrence and reach long distances; domes blend into architecture and resist tampering; turrets split the difference with clean IR without dome-ball reflection. Panoramic 360° replaces 3-4 fixed cameras in open interiors. Match form factor to scene geometry, not aesthetic preference. See our coverage engineering guide for scene-planning methodology.

Pixel Density Over Megapixels

A 4K camera set 80 feet back delivers worse identification imagery than a 2MP camera at 30 feet. PPF (pixels per foot) on the target — not raw resolution — is what determines recognition vs. identification grade coverage. Our DORI pixel density guide covers the math for every common scene.

NDAA Section 889 Compliance

Federal, state, and critical-infrastructure procurement excludes Hikvision, Dahua, and their OEM-rebranded subsidiaries. Axis, Hanwha Vision, i-PRO, Pelco, Digital Watchdog, Vivotek, and Bosch are all NDAA-compliant. Specify compliance in RFPs — it cannot be retrofitted into a deployment after-the-fact.

Edge AI & Analytics

Modern IP cameras run object classification, line-crossing detection, loitering, and people counting on the camera itself — filtering false alarms before they reach the NVR. Axis Object Analytics, Hanwha Wisenet 7 AI, i-PRO Scene Analytics, and Hikvision AcuSense all run on-camera. Proper scene setup matters as much as the algorithm.

PoE Power Budget

Peak draw for outdoor cameras with heaters + IR can hit 25W+; PTZ models can demand 60-90W (PoE++). A 24-port switch with 370W total budget can't actually run 24 PTZs. Plan switch power for simultaneous peak — see PoE budget planning and why your PoE switch fails after 18 cameras.

Storage & Retention Math

H.265 cuts bitrate 40-50% versus H.264 at equivalent quality; smart codecs drop further during static scenes. 30-day retention on 4K across 32 cameras is very different math than 30-day on 2MP H.265. Use our retention math guide before sizing your NVR or storage array.

Technology Stack

The specs and acronyms that actually affect outdoor performance.

ONVIF Profile S + G + T

Industry standard for IP camera interoperability. Profile S = live streaming, G = recording/playback, T = advanced streaming (H.265 + analytics metadata). Certified conformance — not vague "ONVIF compatible" language — is what guarantees cross-VMS interoperability. Check spec sheets for profile-level certification.

DORI Classification

IEC 62676-4 defines four detection distances: Detect (25 PPF), Observe (63 PPF), Recognize (125 PPF), Identify (250 PPF). Most forensic-grade IP camera deployments need Recognize or Identify at the scene's farthest point — which drives lens selection and mounting distance calculations.

H.265 + Smart Compression

Modern codec with 40-50% lower bitrate than H.264 at equivalent perceived quality. Smart Stream / Zipstream / WiseStream variants drop bitrate further by identifying static scene regions. Matters most for multi-month retention at scale — storage savings compound.

Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)

Scene lighting ratio handled simultaneously. Entry-level 120dB, premium 150dB. Matters most at doorways, loading docks, and glass-heavy entries where interior shadow meets exterior sunlight. Hanwha Wisenet 7 and Axis Forensic WDR flagship at 150dB+.

PoE+ / PoE++ (802.3at / 802.3bt)

802.3at delivers 25.5W/port — sufficient for most outdoor cameras with heater + IR. 802.3bt (Type 3 = 60W, Type 4 = 90W) powers PTZs, multi-sensor, and heated-housing cameras. See PoE injectors for single-port solutions.

Edge Storage + Failover

SD card slots on modern IP cameras provide local failover recording when network or NVR drops. Not a primary-storage solution — but essential for high-availability deployments. Industrial-grade SD cards (not consumer) required; typical 256GB to 1TB.

Typical Deployment Scenarios

Multi-Site Retail Chain

Mixed deployment: 180° panoramic at POS/entry, bullet cameras at back-of-house and dock, domes at stockroom and offices. Centralized VMS with per-site NVR or cloud hybrid. Analytics for people-counting and dwell-time. Typical 12-24 cameras per site, 30-60 day retention.

Corporate Campus

Outdoor bullets + PTZs at perimeter and parking structures; indoor domes at main lobbies, elevator banks, server rooms, and loading bays; multi-sensor at atriums. Integration with access control for door-forced-open and tailgating event overlays.

Industrial & Warehouse

Long-range bullets at loading docks and fence-line, thermal at fuel-storage perimeter, panoramic cameras in high-bay for wide-coverage single-camera monitoring. Heavy use of on-camera analytics for forklift-zone intrusion detection. See warehouse surveillance.

Municipal & Critical Infrastructure

NDAA-mandatory deployments: Axis, Hanwha, i-PRO only. Thermal + visible dual-sensor at perimeter; PTZ with radar-slewing at large-area monitoring; LPR at ingress/egress points. FIPS 140-2 encryption, TLS 1.3 streaming, integration with emergency communications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between an IP camera and an analog camera?

IP cameras connect over Ethernet, deliver native-digital HD/4K resolution, run on-camera analytics, and integrate with software-based VMS platforms. Analog cameras use coax and require encoder/DVR hardware to reach network resolution beyond 1080p. For new deployments, IP is the standard — analog exists only for retrofit use cases where coax already runs.

Which IP camera brands are NDAA compliant?

Axis, Hanwha Vision, i-PRO, Pelco, Digital Watchdog, Vivotek, and Bosch are all NDAA-compliant. Hikvision and Dahua are restricted under Section 889 for federal, state government, and critical-infrastructure procurement but remain available for commercial deployments.

How do I choose the right resolution for an IP camera?

Start with the farthest point of the scene you need to identify. Calculate required PPF (pixels-per-foot) on that target: 125 PPF for recognition, 250 PPF for identification. Work backward from PPF and sensor size to resolution and lens focal length. A 2MP camera with the right lens often outperforms a 4K camera with the wrong one — see our DORI guide.

What PoE standard do modern IP cameras require?

Fixed indoor cameras run on standard 802.3af PoE (15.4W). Outdoor cameras with heaters and IR need PoE+ (802.3at, 25.5W). PTZ, multi-sensor, and heated-housing cameras need PoE++ (802.3bt, 60-90W). Plan switch power budget for simultaneous-peak load, not nameplate ratings — see why PoE switches fail at scale.

Can I mix IP camera brands in one VMS?

Yes — any ONVIF Profile S + G certified cameras work with any certified VMS. Milestone XProtect, Genetec Security Center, Avigilon ACC, and Exacq routinely mix Axis, Hanwha, i-PRO, and Hikvision cameras on one server. Note: vendor-specific analytics metadata (Axis Object Analytics, Hanwha AI, etc.) may require that vendor's VMS or a VMS with explicit integration.

How many cameras can a typical NVR support?

Channel count is only one dimension — total bitrate is the real constraint. A 32-channel NVR rated for 320 Mbps can't run 32 4K cameras at 8 Mbps each (that's 256 Mbps, leaving almost no headroom). For high-resolution deployments, size by aggregate bitrate first, channel count second. See retention math for sizing methodology and our NVR catalog.

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