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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i-PRO

SKU: WV-S15500-F6L

i-PRO WV-S15500-F6L 5MP Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

5MP outdoor bullet with 70m IR and 132dB dynamic range
- 5MP at 30fps with 132dB Super Dynamic for extreme contrast scenes
- 70m IR night vision with adjustable intensity and color/B&W modes
- IP66/IK10 rated with AI detection for motion, people, vehicles, sound
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i-PRO

SKU: WV-S35302-F2L1

i-PRO WV-S35302-F2L1 2MP AI WDR Night Vision Outdoor Dome IP Camera

2MP outdoor dome with 144dB WDR and 21m IR for 24/7 surveillance
- 1920×1080 at 60fps with AI-enhanced Super Dynamic range processing
- 21m effective IR night vision with selectable intensity and auto ICR
- AI detects motion, faces, people, vehicles, and sound events on-camera
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i-PRO

SKU: WV-S35402-F2L

i-PRO WV-S35402-F2L 4MP Outdoor AI IR Dome Camera

4MP outdoor dome with 14m IR and on-device AI for perimeter surveillance
- 4MP at 30fps with 132dB dynamic range handles bright sun and deep shadows
- 14-meter IR range with switchable intensity for round-the-clock monitoring
- AI people, vehicle, and face detection plus sound classification on camera
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i-PRO

SKU: WV-S85702-F3L

i-PRO WV-S85702-F3L 16MP Dual Dome AI IR Camera

Dual 16MP AI dome with 40m IR for perimeter and infrastructure
- Dual 8MP sensors at 3840×2160, 30 fps; 40m IR range, selectable intensity
- AI analytics: motion, face, people, vehicle, gunshot, glass break detection
- IP66/IP67, IK10 rated; PoE+ powered; operates from 0.084 lux to full IR
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Axis

SKU: 02510-001

Axis M4317-PLVE 6MP Panoramic IP Camera - 02510-001

6MP panoramic IP camera with 182° per sensor, 60fps, built-in IR
- 6MP at 2160×2160 resolution and 60 fps for smooth detail across wide areas
- 1.1mm ultra-wide lens with 182° coverage eliminates stitching artifacts
- Lightfinder 0.16 lux color + OptimizedIR for low-light identification
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Axis

SKU: 02504-001

Axis Q1805-LE 2MP Outdoor Low-Light Bullet Camera - 02504-001

2MP 32x zoom bullet with starlight color vision for perimeter night watch
- 32x optical zoom (4.3–138mm) covers wide areas and distant detail in one camera
- Lightfinder 2.0 captures color video at 0.06 lux—twilight & night without extra lights
- IP66/IK10 rated outdoor housing with motorized remote focus and PoE Class 4 power
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Axis

SKU: 02124-001

Axis Q6135-LE 2MP Outdoor PTZ Camera - 02124-001

Outdoor PTZ with 32x zoom and Lightfinder 2.0 for 24/7 surveillance
- 2MP Full HD at 30fps with 32x optical zoom covering 39–101° field
- Lightfinder 2.0 captures color at 0.17 lux; IR mode at 0 lux for night
- PoE Class 3 powered; IK08 vandal rated; operates -30° to +50°C
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Hanwha

SKU: LNO-6012R

Hanwha LNO-6012R 2MP IR Bullet IP Camera

2MP 1080p IR bullet camera with 30m night vision for 24/7 indoor monitoring
- 2MP @ 30fps with 120dB WDR and IR LED for complete darkness monitoring
- Fixed 2.8mm lens, 114° FOV covers wide corridors and spaces without adjustment
- IP66 rated, PoE powered (5W), motion detection across 4 zones with tampering alert
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Hanwha

SKU: QNO-8020R

Hanwha QNO-8020R 5MP Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

5MP outdoor bullet with 120dB WDR and IR night vision for 24/7 monitoring
- 5MP at 30fps H.265/H.264 with 120dB wide dynamic range for mixed lighting
- IR LEDs reach 25m; color at 0.15 Lux, B&W at 0.015 Lux for low-light scenes
- IP66 weatherproof, IK10 vandal-resistant, PoE-powered with motion/tampering analytics
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Hanwha

SKU: QNV-C9011R

Hanwha QNV-C9011R 8MP Outdoor Vandal Dome IP Camera

8MP outdoor dome with AI object detection and 20m IR for perimeter security
- 3840×2160 resolution captures fine detail across wide 108° horizontal field of view
- AI detects persons, vehicles, bicycles, and motorcycles to reduce false motion alerts
- 120dB WDR and 20m infrared handle backlit scenes and complete darkness
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Hanwha

SKU: XNO-6085R

Hanwha XNO-6085R 2MP Varifocal Outdoor Bullet Camera

2MP outdoor bullet with 4x zoom and 70m IR for perimeter monitoring
- Motorized 4.1–16.4mm varifocal lens adjusts from 100° wide to 26.2° tele without lens swap
- 0.004 lux color + F0.94 aperture capture detail in near-darkness; 70m IR extends to full black
- IP67/IK10 rated aluminum body; PoE or 12/24V power; motion, face, line-crossing analytics built-in
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Hanwha

SKU: XNV-8082R

Hanwha XNV-8082R 6MP Vandal-Resistant Dome IR Camera

6MP vandal dome with 3x zoom and 131ft IR for outdoor perimeter security
- 6MP at 30 fps with 3x motorized varifocal lens for post-install field-of-view adjustment
- 131-foot IR range and extreme WDR (120dB) for detail in darkness and high-contrast scenes
- IP67/IK10+ rated dome survives impact, dust, and weather; PoE or 12VDC powered
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD1043G2-LIUF

Hikvision DS-2CD1043G2-LIUF 4MP AI IR Fixed Lens Bullet IP Camera

4MP outdoor bullet with 30m IR+white light and AI detection
- 4MP at 2560×1440 with 0.005 Lux color/0 Lux IR for round-the-clock clarity
- Dual IR and white light illumination up to 30m with smart control
- IP67 weatherproof, PoE powered, H.265+ compression for bandwidth efficiency
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2563G0-IS-4mm

Hikvision DS-2CD2563G0-IS 6MP IR Mini Dome Camera

6MP IR mini dome with 10m night vision and IP66 weatherproofing
- 6MP at 20 fps with H.265+ compression for sharp detail and efficient storage
- 10m IR range at 0 lux plus 120dB WDR for 24/7 performance in mixed light
- IP66/IK08 rated with PoE power; 4mm lens gives 78° FOV for entry/perimeter
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD3788G2T-LIZSU

Hikvision DS-2CD3788G2T-LIZSU 8MP ColorVu AI Starlight WDR Outdoor PoE Dome IP Camera

8MP ColorVu dome with AI detection, 40m dual lighting, PoE powered
- 8MP 4K (3840×2160) with ColorVu at 0.0028 Lux + IR/white light to 40m
- AI human/vehicle detection, face capture, perimeter protection algorithms
- 2.7–13.5mm motorized varifocal lens, 112°–41° FOV, IP67/IK10 rated
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Axis

SKU: 02132-001

Axis M2035-LE 2MP IR Outdoor Bullet IP Camera - 02132-001

2MP outdoor bullet with 40m IR and edge AI object detection
- 8mm fixed lens (39° FOV) with 40m infrared for targeted access-point monitoring
- Deep learning processor at camera edge for real-time object detection, lower latency
- IP66/IK08 rated, PoE powered, operates -30°C to 50°C in outdoor conditions
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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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i-PRO WV-S15500-F6L 5MP Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

i-PRO WV-S35302-F2L1 2MP AI WDR Night Vision Outdoor Dome IP Camera

i-PRO WV-S35402-F2L 4MP Outdoor AI IR Dome Camera

i-PRO WV-S85702-F3L 16MP Dual Dome AI IR Camera

Axis M4317-PLVE 6MP Panoramic IP Camera - 02510-001

Axis Q1805-LE 2MP Outdoor Low-Light Bullet Camera - 02504-001

Axis Q6135-LE 2MP Outdoor PTZ Camera - 02124-001

Hanwha LNO-6012R 2MP IR Bullet IP Camera

Hanwha QNO-8020R 5MP Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

Hanwha QNV-C9011R 8MP Outdoor Vandal Dome IP Camera

Hanwha XNO-6085R 2MP Varifocal Outdoor Bullet Camera

Hanwha XNV-8082R 6MP Vandal-Resistant Dome IR Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD1043G2-LIUF 4MP AI IR Fixed Lens Bullet IP Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD2563G0-IS 6MP IR Mini Dome Camera

Hikvision DS-2CD3788G2T-LIZSU 8MP ColorVu AI Starlight WDR Outdoor PoE Dome IP Camera

Axis M2035-LE 2MP IR Outdoor Bullet IP Camera - 02132-001

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