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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Pelco

SKU: SRXE4-8X31-EBT-IR1

Pelco SRXE4-8X31-EBT-IR1 8MP Bullet Camera

4MP motorized bullet with 31x zoom and 70m IR for perimeter surveillance
- 31x varifocal lens (4.4–9.3 mm) spans 32–109° FOV for wide to telephoto coverage
- 70m IR range at 850 nm plus 0.001 lux mono sensitivity for 24/7 low-light operation
- IK11 vandal-resistant, IP68-rated, FIPS 140-3 encryption for outdoor high-risk sites
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Pelco

SKU: SRXE4P-4V9-EBT-IR1

Pelco SRXE4P-4V9-EBT-IR1 4MP Enterprise Bullet Camera

4MP enterprise bullet with 70m IR and FIPS 140-3 encryption for secure perimeter sites
- 4MP @ 60 fps with 130 dB SureVision WDR handles backlit and high-contrast scenes
- Motorized 4.4–9.3 mm varifocal lens (32–109° HFOV) adjusts post-install without field swap
- 70-meter 850 nm IR illumination with IP68/NEMA 4X rating for outdoor all-weather use
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SKU: SRXE4P-4V9-EMD-IR1

Pelco SRXE4P-4V9-EMD-IR1 Sarix Enterprise 4 FIPS Dome

4MP FIPS 140-3 dome with 70m IR and 130dB WDR for federal sites
- 4MP at 60fps with H.265 compression and 130dB SureVision WDR
- FIPS 140-3 Level 3 validated cybersecurity with TPM and Secure Boot
- IP66/67/68 rated, IK11 impact resistant, PoE+ or 12/24Vdc powered
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SKU: SRXE4P-8V9-EBT-IR1

Pelco SRXE4P-8V9-EBT-IR1 8MP FIPS Bullet Camera

8MP FIPS 140-3 bullet camera with 70m IR for federal security
- 8MP at 2560×1440 with 130dB SureVision WDR and motorized 4.4-9.3mm lens
- FIPS 140-3 Level 3 cryptographic security with TPM and Secure Boot
- IP67/IP68 rated, IK11 impact resistant, operates -50°C to +65°C outdoors
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SKU: SRXE4P-8V9-EMD-IR1

Pelco SRXE4P-8V9-EMD-IR1 4MP Dome Camera

4MP FIPS 140-3 dome with 70m IR and 130dB WDR for federal sites
- 4MP at 60 fps with motorized 32–109° zoom lens and H.265 compression
- 70m IR1 night vision at 850nm; 0.003 lux color, 0 lux with illumination
- IP68/IK11 rated, -50°C to +65°C, PoE+ or 12/24Vdc power options
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SKU: SRXE4P-8X31-EBT-IR1

Pelco SRXE4P-8X31-EBT-IR1 8MP FIPS Bullet Camera

4MP FIPS 140-3 bullet camera with 31x zoom and 70m IR for federal sites
- 31x motorized varifocal zoom (32–109° HFOV) eliminates need for multiple cameras
- FIPS 140-3 Level 3 with TPM and Secure Boot for U.S. government compliance
- 130 dB SureVision WDR and 0.003 lux color night vision in extreme low light
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Pelco

SKU: SRXP4-2V10-EBT-IR RB

Pelco SRXP4-2V10-EBT-IR RB 2MP Bullet Camera

2MP outdoor bullet with 40m IR and motorized zoom for perimeter surveillance
- 40m infrared @ 850nm with 0 lux night vision; 130dB SureVision WDR
- 4.4–9.3mm motorized varifocal lens (32–109° zoom) adjustable post-deployment
- Person/Vehicle Detection, Loitering, Beam Crossing analytics; IP66/IK09 rated; PoE powered
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Pelco

SKU: SRXP4-2V10-EBT-IR

Pelco SRXP4-2V10-EBT-IR Sarix Pro 4 2MP Bullet IR

2MP outdoor bullet with motorized zoom, 130dB WDR, and IR night vision
- 1920×1080 @ 60fps with 4.4–9.3mm motorized varifocal lens for remote focus
- 130dB SureVision WDR handles high-contrast backlit scenes without extra lighting
- Built-in IR sees 0 lux in darkness; IP66/IK09 rated for outdoor abuse
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SKU: SRXP4-2V10-EMD

Pelco SRXP4-2V10-EMD Sarix Pro 4 2MP Outdoor Dome

2MP outdoor dome with motorized zoom and edge analytics for enterprise sites
- 4.4–9.3mm motorized varifocal lens, 32–109° HFOV for remote focus adjustment
- 130dB SureVision WDR handles backlit parking lots and mixed sun/shadow without washout
- Edge-based person/vehicle detection, loitering, and tamper alerts; PoE powered
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SKU: SRXP4-2V10-EMD-IR

Pelco SRXP4-2V10-EMD-IR 2MP Outdoor Dome IR Camera

2MP outdoor dome with motorized zoom and integrated IR for 24/7 perimeter coverage
- Motorized 4.4–9.3mm varifocal lens (32–109° HFOV) adjusts framing without repositioning
- 0.003 lux mono IR + 130 dB SureVision WDR captures detail in darkness and backlit scenes
- Smart analytics detect persons, vehicles, loitering, crowd buildup, and tamper events
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Pelco

SKU: SRXP4-3V10-EBT-IR

Pelco SRXP4-3V10-EBT-IR Sarix Pro 4 Bullet IR Camera

2MP outdoor bullet with motorized zoom and integrated IR night vision
- 4.4-9.3mm motorized varifocal lens spans 32-109° FOV for flexible framing
- Integrated IR illumination works at 0 lux; 130 dB SureVision handles backlight
- Smart Analytics detect persons, vehicles, loitering, crowd behavior, tampering
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SKU: SRXP4-3V10-EMD RB

Pelco SRXP4-3V10-EMD RB 2MP Outdoor Dome Camera

2MP outdoor dome with motorized zoom, 0.01 lux night vision, IK09 vandal rated
- 2MP 1920×1080 at 60 fps with 4.4–9.3mm motorized varifocal lens and 32–109° zoom range
- 0.01 lux color / 0.003 lux mono plus IR illumination for complete darkness imaging
- 130 dB SureVision WDR with on-camera person/vehicle detection and tamper alerts, PoE powered
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SKU: SRXP4-3V10-EMD

Pelco SRXP4-3V10-EMD Sarix Pro 4 Outdoor Dome

2MP outdoor dome with motorized zoom and 130dB WDR for perimeter surveillance
- Motorized 4.4–9.3mm varifocal lens spans 32–109° horizontal for flexible framing
- 0.01 lux color night vision plus 130dB SureVision handles extreme contrast outdoor scenes
- Smart Analytics detect persons, vehicles, loitering, and tampering; IP66/IP67 with IK09 vandal rating
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SKU: SRXP4-3V10-EMD-IR

Pelco SRXP4-3V10-EMD-IR 2MP Outdoor Dome IR Camera

2MP outdoor dome with motorized zoom and 0 lux IR for 24/7 unlit sites
- Motorized 4.4–9.3 mm varifocal lens (32–109° HFOV) adjusts remotely without repositioning
- 60 fps H.265 capture on 1/2.8" CMOS sensor for motion clarity and vehicle detail
- Integrated IR reaches complete darkness; 130 dB WDR handles day/night contrast shifts
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SKU: SRXP4-3V29-EBT-IR

Pelco SRXP4-3V29-EBT-IR Sarix Pro 4 2MP Bullet IR

2MP outdoor bullet with motorized zoom and 0-lux IR night vision
- 4.4–9.3mm motorized varifocal lens spans 32–109° for flexible framing
- 0 lux IR illumination plus 130 dB SureVision WDR for day/night clarity
- Smart Analytics detect persons, vehicles, loitering, and tamper events
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SKU: SRXP4-3V40-EBT-IR

Pelco SRXP4-3V40-EBT-IR 2MP Sarix Pro 4 Bullet Camera

2MP bullet with motorized zoom and IR for 24/7 perimeter surveillance
- 4.4–9.3mm motorized varifocal lens, 32–109° FOV for long-range identification
- Integrated IR at 0 lux plus 130 dB SureVision WDR for day/night contrast
- IK09 vandal-rated, IP67 weatherproof, PoE Class 3 with onboard analytics
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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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Pelco SRXE4-8X31-EBT-IR1 8MP Bullet Camera

Pelco SRXE4P-4V9-EBT-IR1 4MP Enterprise Bullet Camera

Pelco SRXE4P-4V9-EMD-IR1 Sarix Enterprise 4 FIPS Dome

Pelco SRXE4P-8V9-EBT-IR1 8MP FIPS Bullet Camera

Pelco SRXE4P-8V9-EMD-IR1 4MP Dome Camera

Pelco SRXE4P-8X31-EBT-IR1 8MP FIPS Bullet Camera

Pelco SRXP4-2V10-EBT-IR RB 2MP Bullet Camera

Pelco SRXP4-2V10-EBT-IR Sarix Pro 4 2MP Bullet IR

Pelco SRXP4-2V10-EMD Sarix Pro 4 2MP Outdoor Dome

Pelco SRXP4-2V10-EMD-IR 2MP Outdoor Dome IR Camera

Pelco SRXP4-3V10-EBT-IR Sarix Pro 4 Bullet IR Camera

Pelco SRXP4-3V10-EMD RB 2MP Outdoor Dome Camera

Pelco SRXP4-3V10-EMD Sarix Pro 4 Outdoor Dome

Pelco SRXP4-3V10-EMD-IR 2MP Outdoor Dome IR Camera

Pelco SRXP4-3V29-EBT-IR Sarix Pro 4 2MP Bullet IR

Pelco SRXP4-3V40-EBT-IR 2MP Sarix Pro 4 Bullet Camera

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