Indoor IP Cameras

Plan Your Deployment

Coverage goals (general monitoring vs identification zones)
Form factor selection (dome, turret, discreet)
Lighting conditions and low-light performance needs
Lens choice and field-of-view planning
PoE power and cable routing considerations

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Hanwha

SKU: HCV-6080R

Hanwha HCV-6080R 2MP HD Dome Camera

2MP outdoor dome with motorized lens, IR night vision, IK10 vandal rating
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SKU: PND-A6081RF

Hanwha PND-A6081RF 2MP Indoor Dome AI Camera

2MP indoor dome with on-camera AI and 850nm IR night vision
- 1920×1080 resolution at 30 fps for clear identification in retail and office
- Built-in AI object detection flags persons, loitering, and line crossings
- 850nm infrared activates in darkness; PoE powered for single-cable install
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SKU: PND-A6081RV

Hanwha PND-A6081RV 2MP Vandal Dome Camera

2MP vandal dome with IR night vision and PoE for indoor surveillance
- 2MP 1080p resolution at 30fps for smooth motion and facial detail
- IR night vision activates automatically for 24/7 round-the-clock monitoring
- PoE power eliminates separate electrical runs and reduces installation costs
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SKU: PND-A7082RV

Hanwha PND-A7082RV 4MP Indoor AI Dome Camera

4MP AI dome with 60m IR and IK10 impact resistance for indoor security
- 4MP 2592×1520 resolution with motorized 4.6–9.35mm varifocal lens and 2.0x zoom
- 60m IR night vision with dual NPU for person, vehicle, and license plate detection
- IP52 + IK10 vandal rating with PoE+ power over single RJ-45 connection
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SKU: PND-A9081RF/KAP

Hanwha PND-A9081RF 4K AI IR Dome Camera

4K AI dome with 0.05 lux color IR and people counting for indoor surveillance
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SKU: PND-A9081RF

Hanwha PND-A9081RF 4K Indoor AI IR Dome IP Camera

8MP 4K indoor dome with AI analytics and 30m IR for retail & corporate
- 8MP 4K (3840×2160) at 30fps with motorized 4.5–10mm varifocal lens
- Real-time AI detects persons, faces, vehicles, license plates with gender/age/mask attributes
- 30m infrared night vision, dual SD slots (512GB), 360° pan/tilt with gyro stabilization
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SKU: PND-A9081RV

Hanwha PND-A9081RV 4K Indoor AI IR Vandal Dome Camera

8MP 4K AI dome with 30m IR & IK10 vandal armor for indoor security
- 8MP 4K (3840×2160) at 30fps with motorized 4.5–10mm lens for flexible framing
- On-camera AI detects faces, license plates, people & vehicles with real-time attributes
- 30m IR range, IP52/IK10 rated, PoE+ powered, dual SD card local backup slots
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SKU: QND-6012R1

Hanwha QND-6012R1 2MP Indoor IR Dome Camera

2MP indoor dome with 20m IR and 113.7° view for 24/7 coverage
- 1920×1080 at 30fps H.265/H.264 with 120dB WDR for retail/office spaces
- 0.03 Lux color / 0 Lux IR mode with integrated LEDs for true day/night
- PoE powered, fixed 2.8mm lens, 350° pan/67° tilt for discreet mounting
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SKU: QND-6022R1

Hanwha QND-6022R1 2MP Full HD IR Outdoor Dome Fixed IP Camera

2MP outdoor dome with 20m IR and 120dB WDR for 24/7 monitoring
- Full HD 1080p at 30fps with fixed 4mm lens and 88° horizontal FOV
- 120dB wide dynamic range plus IR night vision for low-light surveillance
- Motion detection, tampering alerts, and virtual line crossing analytics
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SKU: QND-6082R1

Hanwha QND-6082R1 2MP Varifocal IR Dome Camera

2MP motorized varifocal dome with IR and 0.03 Lux color night vision
- 3.1x motorized zoom (3.2–10mm) with DC auto iris for flexible framing
- 0.03 Lux color / 0 Lux B&W IR mode captures detail in near-total darkness
- H.265/H.264 @ 30fps with 120dB WDR and PoE power for simple deployment
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SKU: QND-7022R

Hanwha QND-7022R 4MP Indoor IR Dome Network IP Camera

4MP indoor dome with 20m IR and 120dB WDR for 24/7 surveillance
- 4MP @ 30fps H.265/H.264 with F1.6 aperture for 0.15 Lux color imaging
- 20m infrared range and 120dB wide dynamic range for low-light environments
- Built-in analytics: motion, tampering, defocus, directional detection, virtual line
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SKU: QND-8080R/KME

Hanwha QND-8080R/KME 5MP Motorized Dome Camera

5MP motorized dome with 98ft IR and 120dB WDR for indoor enterprise
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SKU: QND-C8013R

Hanwha QND-C8013R 5MP Indoor AI Dome Camera

5MP indoor dome with AI analytics and 25m IR for retail & lobbies
- AI person/vehicle detection, line crossing, intrusion & people counting
- 5MP @ 30fps H.265 compression cuts bandwidth & storage by ~40–50%
- 120dB WDR handles mixed lighting; 100° FOV on PoE Class 3 power
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SKU: QND-C8023R

Hanwha QND-C8023R 5MP Indoor AI IR Dome Camera

5MP indoor dome with 30m IR and on-camera AI for smart monitoring
- 5MP at 4.0mm fixed lens; 80° horizontal FOV suits corridors and interior zones
- H.265 codec with WiseStream III cuts storage 40–50% vs H.264 on 24/7 systems
- AI detects persons and vehicles; includes virtual line crossing and area intrusion alerts
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SKU: QNF-9010

Hanwha QNF-9010 12MP 360° View WDR Indoor Fisheye IP Camera

12MP 360° fisheye indoor camera with 120dB WDR and dewarping
- 3008x3008 resolution at 30fps with real-time image dewarping for flexible viewing angles
- 120dB wide dynamic range with 0.39 Lux low-light performance for clear 24/7 coverage
- Built-in analytics including people counting, heatmap, motion detection, and tampering alerts
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SKU: QNF-C9010

Hanwha QNF-C9010 12MP Indoor AI Fisheye Camera

12MP fisheye covers 185° from one mount, replaces 2–3 conventional cameras
- 12MP 3008×3008 resolution at up to 20 fps with H.265 compression
- 185° horizontal & vertical field of view eliminates blind spots in large spaces
- Edge AI with people counting, object detection, and virtual line crossing
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What to Look For When Buying

The decisions that matter most before you spec.

Identification vs. Detection Trade-Offs

Higher resolution and lower focal lengths improve face/license-plate identification but consume more bandwidth and storage. Pixel density and DORI calculations determine whether a 4MP or 8MP camera meets your identification distance requirement. Spec cameras to your furthest identification target, not just coverage area.

Power & Network Scaling

PoE simplifies installation but PoE budget planning is critical—switches fail before 24 cameras without proper midspan injectors or high-power switch investment. Pre-audit your switch capacity and uplink bandwidth to avoid mid-deployment redesigns.

NVR Throughput & Bitrate Reality

NVRs cannot actually handle their rated camera count at full bitrate and frame rate. Validate your recording server's aggregate write speed (MB/s) against your camera stream bitrates and retention math to prevent dropped frames and storage gaps.

Night Performance & Low-Light Limits

IR range is limited indoors by reflective surfaces and IR washout. 4K cameras particularly struggle at night due to low light sensitivity trade-offs. Test camera performance in your actual indoor lighting (or lack thereof) before bulk purchase; spec sheets don't always reflect real-world IR falloff.

Frame Rate Misconceptions

30 FPS does not always mean smoother motion or better forensics—higher frame rates increase bitrate and storage burden without forensic benefit for stationary subjects. Match frame rate to your use case: 15 FPS for access-point recording, 30 FPS for vehicle tracking only when necessary.

Vendor Selection & Support Continuity

Choose brands with strong North American support and firmware update track records. Axis, Hikvision, Hanwha, Pelco, Vivotek, and i-PRO maintain consistent firmware cadences and spare-parts availability for long-term deployments.

Technology Stack

The specs and acronyms that actually affect indoor ip cameras performance.

Resolution (MP, 4K, 8MP)

Megapixel count determines per-pixel detail and identification distance. 2MP suits detection-only; 4–5MP handles identification at 15–25 feet; 8MP+ extends identification to 35+ feet. Higher resolution increases bitrate and storage burden—validate NVR throughput before scaling.

Focal Length (mm)

Measured in millimeters; lower values (2.8–4mm) provide wide coverage, higher values (8–25mm) compress the scene for distant identification. Longer focal length = narrower field of view = greater zoom magnification. Box cameras allow lens swaps for custom optics; dome and turret designs typically have fixed lenses.

Low-Light Sensitivity & F-Number

Lower F-numbers (f/1.2) and higher sensor sensitivity (measured in lux) allow better performance in dark indoor spaces. IR (infrared) LEDs augment low light but have limited range indoors due to IR bounce-back and surface absorption—test in your actual space.

PoE (Power over Ethernet)

Single-cable power + data delivery simplifies installation and reduces cabling cost. Standard PoE provides ~13W; PoE+ (High-Power PoE) supports ~25W for pan-tilt cameras and heaters. Validate your switch's per-port and total power budget before exceeding 12–15 cameras per switch.

Bitrate & Codec (H.264, H.265, MJPEG)

H.264 is universal and lower bitrate; H.265 (HEVC) cuts storage by ~50% but requires compatible NVR/VMS. MJPEG is bandwidth-heavy but frame-accurate for forensics. Bitrate varies with motion and scene complexity—static scenes compress better. Multiply bitrate × camera count × 24 hours × retention days to forecast storage.

DORI (Detection, Observation, Recognition, Identification)

Industry standard defining how far a camera can detect motion, observe a person, recognize gender/clothing, or identify facial features. DORI calculations tie resolution, focal length, and distance together—use them to spec the minimum resolution and lens combination for your farthest target.

Typical Deployment Scenarios

Small Retail Store (5–8 cameras, 2000–3000 sq ft)

Dome cameras at entry, checkout, and stockroom with 2–4MP resolution, PoE power, and IR for after-hours. Single 16-port PoE switch with midspan injector, local 4TB NVR, 30-day retention. Budget 5–8W per camera and validate switch aggregate power.

Corporate Office (15–25 cameras, 10,000+ sq ft multi-floor)

Mix of 4MP turrets in open areas, dome cameras in conference rooms, box cameras at lobbies with zoom lens. Network backbone must support multi-switch aggregation (avoid single-switch bottleneck). High-performance NVR with 8TB+ RAID, 60-day retention, and redundant storage for business continuity.

Warehouse & Storage Facility (20–40 cameras, high ceilings)

Mix of fisheye and wide-angle cameras to reduce blind spots in aisles; 4–5MP for inventory identification. Validate bandwidth at the aggregation layer and use multi-NVR or distributed edge recording to prevent single-point NVR failure. Plan for 90-day retention on slower motion.

School Campus Multi-Building (50–100+ cameras)

Distributed dome and turret cameras across classrooms, hallways, and building exteriors; 4MP identification-grade sensors. K–12 surveillance design requires integration with access control and incident response workflows. Federated NVR architecture with central management and 180-day compliance retention.

Frequently Asked Questions

What resolution do I need for indoor identification?

Identification-grade capture typically requires 4–5MP at 15–25 feet, or 8MP for 25–40 feet. Lower resolution (2MP) works for detection and general coverage but fails for facial or badge identification. Use DORI (Detection, Observation, Recognition, Identification) math to calculate the minimum megapixels and focal length needed for your furthest target distance.

Can I power 20+ indoor cameras on a single PoE switch?

No. Standard PoE (13W/port) can supply ~12–15 cameras before thermal limits and aggregate power budgets are exceeded. Use PoE+ (High-Power PoE) switches or midspan injectors for camera counts above 15, and always validate the switch's total power budget against your camera specifications.

Which indoor camera form factor is best for my space?

Dome cameras suit retail and offices (discrete, vandal-resistant); turrets work in warehouses and open layouts (360° flexibility, easy to adjust); box cameras suit high-specification deployments where lens swaps or long focal lengths matter. Fisheye/panoramic designs reduce camera count for very large open areas but sacrifice per-pixel detail. Test lighting and sight lines before purchasing.

How much bandwidth and storage do indoor cameras actually consume?

Bitrate depends on resolution, frame rate, codec (H.264 vs. H.265), and motion activity. Expect 2–6 Mbps for 4MP at 30 FPS, 4–8 Mbps for 5MP, and 8–15 Mbps for 8MP. Multiply bitrate × camera count × 24 hours × retention days and divide by 1000 to forecast TB of storage needed. Static scenes compress better; add 20% buffer for peak bitrate.

What is the difference between H.264 and H.265 codecs?

H.264 is the industry standard, supported by all NVRs and VMS platforms, and delivers good compression at ~4–8 Mbps per 4MP camera. H.265 (HEVC) cuts bitrate and storage by ~50% but requires a compatible NVR/server and may cost more per camera. Choose H.264 for legacy or budget deployments; H.265 for bandwidth-constrained or high-camera-count systems with modern storage infrastructure.

How do I choose between IR and low-light cameras for dark indoor spaces?

IR cameras excel in total darkness (server rooms, stockrooms) and have longer range than low-light sensors. Ultra Low Light (ULL) cameras perform better under ambient light (hallways, retail after-hours) because IR reflection and washout are reduced. Test both in your actual space; spec sheets don't reflect IR bounce-back from white walls or polished floors, which can degrade image quality.

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Hanwha HCV-6080R 2MP HD Dome Camera

Hanwha PND-A6081RF 2MP Indoor Dome AI Camera

Hanwha PND-A6081RV 2MP Vandal Dome Camera

Hanwha PND-A7082RV 4MP Indoor AI Dome Camera

Hanwha PND-A9081RF 4K AI IR Dome Camera

Hanwha PND-A9081RF 4K Indoor AI IR Dome IP Camera

Hanwha PND-A9081RV 4K Indoor AI IR Vandal Dome Camera

Hanwha QND-6012R1 2MP Indoor IR Dome Camera

Hanwha QND-6022R1 2MP Full HD IR Outdoor Dome Fixed IP Camera

Hanwha QND-6082R1 2MP Varifocal IR Dome Camera

Hanwha QND-7022R 4MP Indoor IR Dome Network IP Camera

Hanwha QND-8080R/KME 5MP Motorized Dome Camera

Hanwha QND-C8013R 5MP Indoor AI Dome Camera

Hanwha QND-C8023R 5MP Indoor AI IR Dome Camera

Hanwha QNF-9010 12MP 360° View WDR Indoor Fisheye IP Camera

Hanwha QNF-C9010 12MP Indoor AI Fisheye Camera

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