Outdoor IP Cameras

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Ingress protection (IP) rating and vandal resistance needs
Operating temperature range and environmental exposure
Night performance, IR range, and WDR for backlighting
Lens selection for distance coverage and identification zones
PoE power and surge protection planning

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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2183G2-IU

Hikvision AcuSense DS-2CD2183G2-IU 8MP AI IR Outdoor Fixed Dome IP Camera

8MP AI dome camera with 30m IR for outdoor human/vehicle detection
- 8MP 3840×2160 resolution at 30fps with H.265 compression and PoE power
- AI classifies humans and vehicles to reduce false alarms from animals/weather
- IR illumination to 30m with 0 Lux B/W night vision; IP67 outdoor-rated durability
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SKU: DS-2CD2343G2-IU

Hikvision AcuSense DS-2CD2343G2-IU 4MP AI IR Outdoor Turret IP Camera with Mic

4MP outdoor turret with AI classification and 30m IR night vision
- AcuSense AI distinguishes humans from vehicles to cut false alarms
- 4MP at 30 fps with 0.005 Lux color or full IR for 24/7 monitoring
- IP67 weatherproof turret with PoE power and built-in microphone
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SKU: DS-2CD2383G2-IU

Hikvision AcuSense DS-2CD2383G2-IU 8MP AI IR Outdoor Fixed Turret IP Camera

8MP turret with AI detection and 30m smart IR for outdoor perimeter monitoring
- 8MP 4K (3840×2160) @ 30fps with 0.005 Lux color / 0 Lux IR low-light performance
- AcuSense AI detects humans and vehicles to reduce false alarms in continuous surveillance
- IP67-rated housing and PoE (802.3af) power for simplified outdoor installation and operation
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Hikvision

SKU: PCI-B15F6S

Hikvision AcuSense PCI-B15F6S 5MP IR Outdoor Fixed Bullet IP Camera with 6mm Lens

5MP IR bullet with AcuSense AI for perimeter detection to 126m
- 5MP @ 2592×1944 with 40m IR night vision and 120dB WDR
- AcuSense human and vehicle classification reduces false alarms
- 6mm lens, IP67 outdoor rated, PoE powered (8.5W max)
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Hikvision

SKU: PCI-LB12F4S

Hikvision AcuSense PCI-LB12F4S 2MP AI Starlight IR Bullet IP Camera

2MP AI bullet with 90m IR and human/vehicle classification for 24/7 outdoor monitoring
- 0.002 Lux color + 120dB WDR captures detail in near-total darkness and mixed lighting
- AI-powered human and vehicle detection reduces false alarms with smart target filtering
- IP67-rated with PoE power, M12 lens mount, and up to 90m intelligent IR range
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SKU: DS-2CD2187G2-LSU

Hikvision ColorVu DS-2CD2187G2-LSU 8MP AI IR Outdoor Dome IP Camera

8MP ColorVu dome with full-color night vision to 0.0008 Lux + 30m white light
- 3840 × 2160 @ 30 fps with 130 dB WDR for mixed indoor/outdoor lighting
- Human & vehicle AI detection with line crossing and intrusion alerts
- IP67 weatherproof, IK10 vandal-resistant dome; 2.8mm or 4mm lens options
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Hikvision

SKU: iDS-2CD7046G0-AP

Hikvision DeepinView iDS-2CD7046G0-AP 4MP AI Starlight WDR Outdoor Box IP Camera

4MP AI box camera with 0.0001 Lux B/W for extreme low-light outdoor
- Detects human, face, and vehicle targets simultaneously with 120-face capacity
- 140 dB WDR and Starlight tech handle backlit, high-contrast scenes
- H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264 compression with five concurrent streams up to 60fps
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Hikvision

SKU: IDS-2CD7A46G0/P-IZHSY

Hikvision DeepinView IDS-2CD7A46G0/P-IZHSY 4MP AI IR Varifocal Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

4MP AI bullet with 100m IR and dual varifocal lens for perimeter surveillance
- 4MP at 30fps with 0.0001 Lux B/W sensitivity and 50–100m IR range
- Dual varifocal options (2.8–12mm or 8–32mm) with motorized P-iris and AI detection
- IP67 rated, IK10 impact resistant, PoE powered at 16.8W max
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD1343G2-LIUF

Hikvision DS-2CD1343G2-LIUF 4MP AI IR Outdoor Turret IP Camera

4MP outdoor turret with AI detection and 30m dual IR/white-light
- Human and vehicle classification with 4MP at 2560×1440 resolution
- IR (850 nm, 30m) plus white-light for 24/7 visibility in darkness
- IP67-rated, PoE powered (6.5W max), operates -30°C to 60°C
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SKU: DS-2CD1643G2-IZS

Hikvision DS-2CD1643G2-IZS 4MP Starlight WDR Outdoor PoE Bullet IP Camera

4MP outdoor bullet with motorized 2.8–12mm lens and 50m Smart IR
- 0.005 Lux Starlight WDR captures color in near-darkness; 120dB dynamic range
- Motorized varifocal lens adjusts 95.9° to 29.2° FOV without moving camera
- Human and vehicle AI detection with IP67 vandal housing; PoE 802.3af powered
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2023G2-IU

Hikvision DS-2CD2023G2-IU 2MP AcuSense WDR Motion Detection Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

2MP outdoor bullet with AcuSense AI motion detection and 40m IR night vision
- AcuSense AI distinguishes human/vehicle movement from false alarms for smarter alerts
- 120 dB WDR and 0.005 Lux color mode handle high-contrast and low-light scenes
- IP67-rated metal housing rated -30°C to 60°C; PoE powered for simple outdoor install
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2043G2-IU

Hikvision DS-2CD2043G2-IU 4MP WDR Built-in Mic IR Fixed Bullet IP Camera

4MP bullet with AcuSense human/vehicle detection and 120dB WDR
- 4MP resolution at 30fps with H.265+ compression for efficient storage
- 120dB WDR handles backlit scenes; IR up to 40m with built-in microphone
- IP67-rated for outdoor use; PoE powered with pan/tilt/rotate adjustment
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2047G2-LU

Hikvision DS-2CD2047G2-LU 4MP ColorVu Audio Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

4MP ColorVu bullet with 40m smart white light for 24/7 color
- 4MP at 30 fps with 0.0005 Lux ColorVu night vision, no IR blur
- Smart white light reaches 40m with automatic intensity control
- IP67 rated, PoE powered, built-in mic, three fixed lens options
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2086G2-I

Hikvision DS-2CD2086G2-I 8MP DarkFighter IR Fixed Bullet Outdoor IP Camera

8MP 4K outdoor bullet with DarkFighter IR and 40m night vision
- 8MP 4K (3840 × 2160) at 25 fps with 0.003 lux color / 0 lux B&W IR
- 40m IR range with smart supplemental lighting for 24/7 visibility
- IP67 weatherproof, PoE powered, choice of 2.8mm / 4mm / 6mm lens
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2123G0-I

Hikvision DS-2CD2123G0-I 2MP AI EXIR Night Vision Outdoor Dome IP Camera

2MP outdoor dome with 30m IR night vision and AI face detection
- 1920×1080 resolution at 30fps with 120dB WDR for clear detail in changing light
- 30m IR range (850nm) sees in complete darkness; IP67 & IK10 rated for weather & impact
- AI analytics detect faces and line crossings; PoE powered for simple wired installation
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2147G2-LSU

Hikvision DS-2CD2147G2-LSU 4MP ColorVu AI Outdoor Dome IP Camera

4MP ColorVu dome with 24/7 full-color imaging and AI detection
- Full-color night vision at 0.0005 lux; white light up to 30m range
- 4MP @ 30fps H.265+ compression; 130dB WDR for high-contrast scenes
- IP67 outdoor-rated; PoE powered; intelligent object detection reduces false alarms
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What to Look For When Buying

The six decisions that matter most before you spec.

Resolution vs Coverage

4K isn't always the right answer. Pixel density (PPF/PPM) across the scene matters more than raw megapixels. A 4MP camera with proper lens selection often outperforms a 4K camera with the wrong focal length. See our guide on designing identification-grade coverage and engineering camera coverage properly.

IR Range & Low Light

Advertised IR range is best-case — in real deployments effective identification range is often half. Color night vision (Hanwha Wisenet T, Hikvision ColorVu, i-PRO Color Night Vision) changes the math. Why 4K cameras fail at night covers the sensor-size tradeoffs that matter more than resolution in low-light scenes.

Environmental Rating

IP66 handles weather; IP67 adds temporary submersion tolerance. IK10 vandal-resistance matters for cameras mounted below 10 feet. Extreme cold (below -30°C) requires integrated heater circuits, which add to PoE budget. Confirm both ratings for your deployment climate.

PoE Power Budget

Outdoor cameras with heaters and IR illuminators can spike to 25W+ under cold-weather operation. A 24-port PoE+ switch often can't actually power 24 cameras at peak load. See PoE budget planning and why your PoE switch fails after 18 cameras.

NDAA Section 889

Federal, state, and critical-infrastructure projects exclude Chinese-manufactured hardware. Axis, Hanwha, i-PRO, Pelco, and Digital Watchdog are NDAA-compliant. Hikvision and Dahua are restricted for federal use but unaffected for commercial deployments.

Analytics at the Edge

On-camera AI (Axis Object Analytics, Hanwha Wisenet 7 AI, i-PRO Scene Analytics, Hikvision AcuSense) processes video locally and filters false alarms before they reach the NVR. Reduces operator fatigue and storage — but requires proper scene setup. See our frame rate tradeoffs for deployment guidance.

Technology Stack

The specs and acronyms that actually affect outdoor performance.

IP66 / IP67 Sealing

International Protection codes define dust and water ingress resistance. IP66 = dust-tight + high-pressure water jets. IP67 adds 1m submersion tolerance for 30 min. For exterior mounting, IP66 is minimum; IP67 preferred for below-grade or flood-prone zones.

IK10 Vandal Rating

Impact protection rated to 20 joules (roughly equivalent to a 5kg mass dropped from 40cm). IK10 housings survive deliberate attack — rocks, hammers, baseball bats. Required spec for cameras mounted below 10 feet in public or semi-public areas.

Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)

Scene lighting ratio. Entry-level cameras offer 120dB WDR; premium models reach 150dB. Matters most at doors, loading bays, and other high-contrast scenes where interior shadows and exterior sunlight meet. Hanwha Wisenet 7 hits 150dB across its premium X-series.

ONVIF Profile S + G

Industry-standard protocol for IP camera communication. Profile S = live streaming, Profile G = recording/playback. Any ONVIF-compliant camera works with any ONVIF-compliant VMS, preventing vendor lock-in. Check spec sheet for profile conformance, not just "ONVIF-compatible."

PoE+ / PoE++

802.3at PoE+ delivers 25.5W per port (enough for most outdoor cameras with heater + IR). 802.3bt PoE++ delivers 60-90W for PTZ cameras, heated housings, and integrated wipers. Plan switch power budget for simultaneous-peak not nameplate. See PoE injectors for single-port solutions.

H.265 + Smart Compression

H.265 compression cuts bitrate 40-50% versus H.264 at equivalent quality. Smart/Zipstream variants drop bitrate further during static scenes. For 24/7 recording at 30+ day retention, codec matters more than camera — see retention math for the storage implications.

Typical Deployment Scenarios

Commercial Parking Lot

Bullet cameras on 20-30ft poles at perimeter corners, domes at pedestrian walkways, LPR-capable cameras at entry/exit lanes. Typical deployment: 8-16 outdoor IP cameras + 16-channel NVR with 30-day retention.

Retail Storefront + Exterior

Outdoor domes at building corners and rear exits, LPR cameras at drive-through lanes, vandal-resistant cameras at ATM vestibules. Tie into access control and alarm systems for integrated security workflow.

K-12 School Campus

Wide-area coverage at playgrounds, bus loops, and athletic facilities; PTZ cameras at main entries for visitor identification; multi-sensor panoramic at gymnasiums and common areas. School surveillance design guide covers coverage planning.

Warehouse & Distribution Center

Long-range bullets at loading docks, thermal cameras at perimeter fence, panoramic cameras in high-bay areas for wide-coverage single-camera monitoring. Warehouse surveillance systems covers typical deployment patterns.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the minimum weatherproof rating for outdoor IP cameras?

IP66 is the minimum — dust-tight with high-pressure water-jet resistance. IP67 adds 1-meter submersion tolerance for 30 minutes, which matters in flood-prone zones, below-grade parking, or cameras near irrigation. For cameras mounted below 10 feet, specify IK10 vandal-resistance in addition to IP rating.

Do I need 4K outdoor IP cameras?

Not necessarily. Pixel density across the actual scene matters more than raw megapixels. A 4MP camera with a proper focal-length lens often outperforms a 4K camera with the wrong optics — better sensor per-pixel performance, lower bitrate, less storage. Use our DORI pixel density guide to plan resolution by deployment distance instead of defaulting to 4K.

How far can IR illumination reach on outdoor cameras?

Advertised IR range is a best-case spec — real effective identification range is often half the rated distance due to atmospheric conditions, reflectance, and image processing. For nighttime deployments, consider color night vision (Hanwha Wisenet T, Hikvision ColorVu, i-PRO Color Night Vision) which captures usable color video at near-total darkness using F1.0 optics and supplemental warm-white illuminators.

Are Hikvision outdoor cameras NDAA compliant?

No. Hikvision and Dahua are restricted under NDAA Section 889 for U.S. federal, state government, and critical-infrastructure procurement. For NDAA-required deployments, specify Axis, Hanwha, i-PRO, Pelco, or Digital Watchdog. Private commercial deployments can use Hikvision without restriction.

What PoE rating do outdoor cameras require?

Fixed outdoor cameras with heater + IR typically require PoE+ (802.3at, 25.5W). Outdoor PTZ cameras, thermal-plus-visible dual-sensor cameras, and cameras with integrated wipers require PoE++ (802.3bt, 60-90W). A 24-port PoE+ switch can't always power 24 cameras simultaneously at peak — see why your PoE switch fails after 18 cameras for budget planning.

Do outdoor IP cameras work with any NVR or VMS?

ONVIF Profile S and G conformance — not just "ONVIF-compatible" labeling — is what guarantees interoperability. Check spec sheets for explicit Profile S (live streaming) and Profile G (recording) conformance. Certified ONVIF cameras work with Milestone XProtect, Genetec, Avigilon, Exacq, and most major VMS platforms. Proprietary analytics metadata may require vendor-specific VMS integration.

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Hikvision AcuSense DS-2CD2183G2-IU 8MP AI IR Outdoor Fixed Dome IP Camera

Hikvision AcuSense DS-2CD2343G2-IU 4MP AI IR Outdoor Turret IP Camera with Mic

Hikvision AcuSense DS-2CD2383G2-IU 8MP AI IR Outdoor Fixed Turret IP Camera

Hikvision AcuSense PCI-B15F6S 5MP IR Outdoor Fixed Bullet IP Camera with 6mm Lens

Hikvision AcuSense PCI-LB12F4S 2MP AI Starlight IR Bullet IP Camera

Hikvision ColorVu DS-2CD2187G2-LSU 8MP AI IR Outdoor Dome IP Camera

Hikvision DeepinView iDS-2CD7046G0-AP 4MP AI Starlight WDR Outdoor Box IP Camera

Hikvision DeepinView IDS-2CD7A46G0/P-IZHSY 4MP AI IR Varifocal Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD1343G2-LIUF 4MP AI IR Outdoor Turret IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD1643G2-IZS 4MP Starlight WDR Outdoor PoE Bullet IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2023G2-IU 2MP AcuSense WDR Motion Detection Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2043G2-IU 4MP WDR Built-in Mic IR Fixed Bullet IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2047G2-LU 4MP ColorVu Audio Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2086G2-I 8MP DarkFighter IR Fixed Bullet Outdoor IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2123G0-I 2MP AI EXIR Night Vision Outdoor Dome IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2147G2-LSU 4MP ColorVu AI Outdoor Dome IP Camera

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