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-2CD2155FWD-I-6mm

Hikvision DS-2CD2155FWD-I 5MP Outdoor IR Dome Camera

5MP outdoor dome with 30m IR and IP67/IK10 protection for 24/7 surveillance
- 5MP (2944 × 1656) captures fine detail; 6mm lens gives 60° focused field of view
- 30-meter IR night vision at 0 lux B/W; sees in total darkness without supplements
- IP67 weatherproof and IK10 vandal-resistant; operates -30°C to 60°C; PoE powered
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SKU: DS-2CD2323G2-IU

Hikvision DS-2CD2323G2-IU 2MP AcuSense WDR Turret IP Camera

2MP turret with AcuSense AI detection and 30m IR for outdoor surveillance
- Human and vehicle classification with AcuSense reduces false alarms
- 120 dB WDR handles high-contrast lighting; 30m intelligent IR coverage
- IP67 aluminum housing and PoE power for straightforward outdoor deployment
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SKU: DS-2CD2343G2-I

Hikvision DS-2CD2343G2-I 4MP AcuSense AI IR WDR Outdoor Turret IP Camera

4MP outdoor turret with AI human/vehicle detection and 30m IR
- 120 dB WDR handles extreme contrast; 0.005 Lux color or 0 Lux IR mode
- AcuSense AI classifies humans and vehicles to cut false alarms
- 2.8mm (103°) or 4mm (84°) lens; full pan/tilt/rotate adjustment
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2347G2-LSU/SL

Hikvision DS-2CD2347G2-LSU/SL 4MP ColorVu AI WDR PoE Turret IP Camera

4MP ColorVu turret with 30m white-light & AI detection for 24/7 color
- 0.0005 Lux color sensitivity + 130 dB WDR captures detail in extreme light
- AI identifies humans, vehicles, line crossing & intrusion with reduced false alarms
- PoE powered (8W max) with 111.9° FOV & 30 fps @ 4MP resolution
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SKU: DS-2CD2347G2-LU

Hikvision DS-2CD2347G2-LU 4MP ColorVu 24/7 Color Night Vision AI Turret IP Camera

4MP turret with 24/7 color night vision and 30m white-light fill
- Full-color imaging at 0.0005 Lux plus adaptive 30m white-light supplement
- AI human and vehicle classification with deep learning to reduce false alarms
- 130dB WDR and H.265+ compression for high-contrast scenes and efficient storage
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2386G2-I

Hikvision DS-2CD2386G2-I 8MP DarkFighter WDR Fixed Turret Outdoor IP Camera

8MP turret with 0.003 Lux color + 30m IR for 24/7 outdoor surveillance
- 8MP 3840×2160 resolution with 120dB WDR captures detail in high-contrast scenes
- 0.003 Lux color / 0 Lux B/W with 30m IR illumination for extreme low-light
- AcuSense human/vehicle classification + PoE powered (6.8W max) in IP67 housing
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SKU: DS-2CD2387G2-LSU/SL

Hikvision DS-2CD2387G2-LSU/SL 8MP Outdoor ColorVu AI Turret

8MP full-color outdoor turret with AI detection and active deterrence
- 8MP ColorVu captures vivid detail day and night without infrared
- AI detects humans and vehicles; strobe light and audio alarm deter threats
- 130 dB WDR handles backlit scenes; H.265+ cuts bandwidth and storage
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SKU: DS-2CD2387G2-LU

Hikvision DS-2CD2387G2-LU 8MP ColorVu AI IR WDR Outdoor Turret IP Camera

8MP turret with 24/7 color at 0.0005 Lux and AI detection
- 8MP (3840 × 2160) with 130 dB WDR for backlit & high-contrast scenes
- 24/7 color imaging at extreme low light; smart white light to 30m
- AI human & vehicle classification with line-crossing detection; IP67 rated
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2387G2P-LSU/SL

Hikvision DS-2CD2387G2P-LSU/SL 8MP ColorVu AI Panoramic Outdoor Turret IP Camera

180° panoramic 8MP turret with ColorVu night vision and AI detection
- 5120 × 1440 resolution with 0.0005 Lux color imaging + 30m white light
- AI human and vehicle detection with perimeter protection and pan/tilt
- IP67 metal construction, PoE powered, H.265+ compression for outdoor use
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2523G2-IS

Hikvision DS-2CD2523G2-IS 2MP AcuSense AI IR Mini-Dome IP Camera

2MP AI mini-dome with 30m IR and human/vehicle detection for 24/7
- Human and vehicle classification reduces false alarms in mixed environments
- 30m infrared range with 0.005 Lux color mode for low-light performance
- IP67 weatherproof, IK08 vandal-resistant, PoE powered with 2.8mm or 4mm lens
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2525FWD-IS-6mm

Hikvision DS-2CD2525FWD-IS 2MP Outdoor Mini Dome

Compact 2MP outdoor dome with 10m IR and IP66 weatherproofing
- 2MP Full HD (1920×1080) at 30fps with H.265+ compression
- EXIR night vision to 10 meters; 0.009 lux color mode operation
- IP66 rated, IK08 vandal resistant; PoE or 12VDC powered
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2543G2-IS

Hikvision DS-2CD2543G2-IS 4MP AcuSense AI IR WDR Outdoor Mini Dome IP Camera

4MP outdoor mini dome with AI detection and 30m IR night vision
- AcuSense AI classifies humans & vehicles, triggers line crossing and intrusion alerts
- 4MP @ 30fps with 120dB WDR for mixed-lighting outdoor scenes
- IR up to 30m with smart supplemental lighting, IP67/IK8 rated, PoE powered
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SKU: DS-2CD2623G2-IZS

Hikvision DS-2CD2623G2-IZS 2MP AcuSense AI IR Motorized Varifocal Bullet

2MP AI bullet with motorized 2.8–12mm lens and 60m IR for perimeter detection
- AcuSense deep learning classifies humans and vehicles to cut false alarms from animals and weather
- Motorized varifocal zoom and 360° pan/tilt/rotate adjust framing remotely without ladder climbs
- 60m IR with smart supplement light, IP67/IK10 rated, PoE powered for outdoor reliability
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2647G2-LZS

Hikvision DS-2CD2647G2-LZS 4MP ColorVu AI Bullet IP Camera

4MP ColorVu bullet with motorized lens and 60m white-light for night identification
- Full-color output down to 0.0005 lux; active strobe illuminates 0 lux total darkness
- Motorized 3.6–9mm varifocal lens allows remote focus adjustment post-installation
- AI human and vehicle detection with 4MP (2688 × 1520) resolution for plate/face capture
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2723G1-IZS

Hikvision DS-2CD2723G1-IZS 2MP IR Varifocal Outdoor Dome Camera

2MP varifocal dome with 30m IR and IP67 rating for outdoor surveillance
- 2.8–12mm manual varifocal lens adjusts coverage from wide area to telephoto detail
- 30m IR night vision with H.265+ compression for round-the-clock monitoring
- IP67 dust/water sealed and IK10 vandal resistant for exposed outdoor placement
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2723G2-IZS

Hikvision DS-2CD2723G2-IZS 2MP AcuSense AI IR Dome Camera

2MP AI dome with motorized lens, 40m IR, human/vehicle detection
- AcuSense AI filters human vs. vehicle motion, cuts false alarms 60–80%
- Motorized 2.8–12mm varifocal lens adjusts remotely, no repositioning needed
- 40m IR range with smart supplement light, IP67/IK10 outdoor rated
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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 DS-2CD2155FWD-I 5MP Outdoor IR Dome Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2323G2-IU 2MP AcuSense WDR Turret IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2343G2-I 4MP AcuSense AI IR WDR Outdoor Turret IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2347G2-LSU/SL 4MP ColorVu AI WDR PoE Turret IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2347G2-LU 4MP ColorVu 24/7 Color Night Vision AI Turret IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2386G2-I 8MP DarkFighter WDR Fixed Turret Outdoor IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2387G2-LSU/SL 8MP Outdoor ColorVu AI Turret

Hikvision DS-2CD2387G2-LU 8MP ColorVu AI IR WDR Outdoor Turret IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2387G2P-LSU/SL 8MP ColorVu AI Panoramic Outdoor Turret IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2523G2-IS 2MP AcuSense AI IR Mini-Dome IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2525FWD-IS 2MP Outdoor Mini Dome

Hikvision DS-2CD2543G2-IS 4MP AcuSense AI IR WDR Outdoor Mini Dome IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2623G2-IZS 2MP AcuSense AI IR Motorized Varifocal Bullet

Hikvision DS-2CD2647G2-LZS 4MP ColorVu AI Bullet IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2723G1-IZS 2MP IR Varifocal Outdoor Dome Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2723G2-IZS 2MP AcuSense AI IR Dome Camera

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