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FLIR

SKU: CB-6505-11-IA

FLIR Quasar Premium SHD Bullet IP Camera with DNN Video Analytics Wide FOV - CB-6505-11-IA
- Quasar Premium 5MP Super HD bullet with DNN edge analytics
- Motorized 2.7-13.5mm varifocal wide FOV lens
- 50m IR illumination for total-darkness perimeter coverage
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SKU: CB-6508-21-IA

FLIR Quasar Premium UHD Bullet IP Camera with DNN Video Analytics Narrow FOV - CB-6508-21-IA
- Quasar Premium UHD bullet IP camera with DNN edge analytics
- 5MP Super HD sensor with motorized 8-32mm narrow FOV lens
- 50m IR illumination for long-range total-darkness coverage
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SKU: CB-6508-11-IA

FLIR Quasar Premium UHD Bullet IP Camera with DNN Video Analytics Wide FOV - CB-6508-11-IA
- Quasar Premium UHD bullet IP camera with DNN edge analytics
- 5MP Super HD sensor with motorized varifocal 2.7-13.5mm lens
- 50m IR illumination for total-darkness perimeter coverage
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SKU: CB-6404-11-I

FLIR Quasar Quad HD IP Bullet Camera (2.7-13.5mm) - CB-6404-11-I
- Quasar Quad HD 4MP IP bullet with motorized 2.7-13.5mm lens
- Remote zoom/focus via VMS or web interface
- 50m IR illumination for total-darkness perimeter coverage
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FLIR

SKU: CB-6408-11-I

FLIR Quasar Ultra HD IP Bullet Camera (3.6-10mm) - CB-6408-11-I
- Quasar Ultra HD 4MP Quad HD bullet IP camera
- Motorized 3.6-10mm varifocal lens for remote FOV tuning
- 50m IR illumination with H.265 efficient compression
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Geovision

SKU: 84-BL110-D01

Geovision 1.3 Megapixel Bullet IP Camera Dual - 84-BL110-D01
- 1.3MP H.264 dual-stream lets you record and live-view at independent bitrates.
- IP66-rated housing withstands direct rain and dust without additional enclosures.
- ONVIF compliance and PoE connectivity simplify integration with existing NVR/VMS platforms.
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Geovision

SKU: 84-BL120-D02U

Geovision 1.3 Megapixel Bullet IP Camera Dual - 84-BL120-D02U
- IP66-rated enclosure withstands rain, dust, and spray for reliable outdoor deployment.
- Dual H.264 streams let you feed NVR and remote client simultaneously with no encoder overhead.
- ONVIF-compliant with 802.3af PoE; integrates into existing switches and VMS platforms cleanly.
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Geovision

SKU: 125-ABL4703-000

Geovision 125-ABL4703-000 4MP Low Lux IR Bullet Camera
- 4MP (2688×1520) resolution supports plate reads at 15 ft and facial detail at 10 ft.
- H.265 compression cuts bitrate 40–60% vs H.264, reducing storage costs across large deployments.
- Integrated IR and WDR handle complete darkness and high-contrast backlit scenes without added lighting.
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Geovision

SKU: 125-TBL8710-000

Geovision 125-TBL8710-000 8MP IR Bullet Camera
- 8MP (3840×2160) resolution delivers identification-grade detail day and night via integrated IR.
- H.265 compression cuts storage consumption ~50% versus H.264 in mixed-light WDR Pro scenes.
- ONVIF/RTSP support enables integration with any VMS or NVR without vendor lock-in.
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Geovision

SKU: 84-ABL270W-G010

Geovision 84-ABL270W-G010 2MP Low Lux IR Bullet Camera
- 2MP IR sensor delivers usable imagery in complete darkness—no auxiliary lighting needed.
- H.265 compression halves storage and bandwidth versus H.264 on 24/7 deployments.
- PoE over standard Ethernet eliminates separate DC power runs; ONVIF-ready for any VMS.
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Geovision

SKU: 84-ABL272W-0010

Geovision 84-ABL272W-0010 2MP Bullet Camera
- 2MP resolution captures face and license plate detail at standard installation distances.
- H.265 compression cuts storage demand 40–60% versus H.264 across multi-camera NVR deployments.
- ONVIF-compliant with wall/ceiling mount support; 2.8–12mm varifocal lens suits varied site layouts.
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Geovision

SKU: 84-ABL470W-0010

Geovision 84-ABL470W-0010 4MP IR Bullet Camera
- 4MP sensor with 4mm fixed lens delivers evidence-grade detail across perimeter ranges.
- H.265 compression reduces bandwidth and storage demand by ~50% versus H.264 deployments.
- ONVIF Profile S support enables integration with Geovision recorders and third-party VMS.
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Geovision

SKU: 84-ABL471W-0010

Geovision 84-ABL471W-0010 4MP IR Bullet Camera
- 4MP resolution with 4.3mm lens delivers identification-grade detail at perimeter distances.
- H.265 compression halves bandwidth and storage load versus H.264 across 24/7 deployments.
- ONVIF Profile S and PoE Ethernet simplify integration into multi-vendor NVR infrastructures.
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Geovision

SKU: 84-ABL473W-0010

Geovision 84-ABL473W-0010 4MP IR Bullet IP Camera
- 4MP resolution with WDR handles mixed bright/shadow zones without analytics artifacts.
- H.265 compression reduces bandwidth and storage load on existing network infrastructure.
- 802.3af PoE and ONVIF Profile S enable drop-in integration with any compliant NVR or VMS.
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Geovision

SKU: 84-ABL871W-0010

Geovision 84-ABL871W-0010 8MP Bullet IP Camera
- 8MP resolution supports facial recognition and license-plate reads at perimeter distances.
- H.265 compression cuts bandwidth roughly in half versus H.264, reducing storage overhead on 24/7 links.
- WDR Pro processing eliminates halo artifacts in mixed-light scenes such as sunlit entrances with shadowed zones.
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Geovision

SKU: 84-BL24000-001U

Geovision 84-BL24000-001U 2MP Bullet Camera H.264
- 1920×1080 H.264 output keeps bitrate low while supporting wide NVR/VMS compatibility.
- IP67-rated housing withstands dust, rain, and washdown without added enclosures.
- Varifocal lens and auto-IR LEDs enable on-site FOV tuning for 24/7 perimeter coverage.
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Bullet Cameras

IP bullet cameras for outdoor perimeter, corridor, and directed-view surveillance applications. Cylindrical housings with integrated IR illumination, built-in sun shields, and IP67 weather ratings deliver focused coverage along fence lines, building facades, and approach zones.

Plan Your Deployment

Select fixed or varifocal lens based on required field of view and identification distance
Specify IR range requirements for nighttime coverage without supplemental lighting
Confirm IP66/IP67 rating and operating temperature range for the installation environment
Evaluate integrated analytics: line crossing, intrusion detection, or LPR capability
Plan mounting height and angle to minimize IR reflection and maximize coverage depth

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What to Look For When Buying

The decisions that matter most before you spec.

Lens Selection & Field of View

Fixed lenses (4mm–12mm) provide cost savings and thermal stability; motorized varifocals add flexibility for multi-zone coverage but increase complexity and power draw. Confirm your pixel density and identification distance requirements before choosing focal length—undersizing lens specs is a common failure point.

PoE Power Budget & Heater/Cooler Loads

Bullet cameras with integrated IR illumination, heaters for frost prevention, and active cooling consume 10–30W each. Plan your PoE switch capacity carefully; PoE budget planning for outdoor deployments often exceeds initial estimates. Mid-scale sites (40+ units) commonly require PoE++ or auxiliary power injection.

IR Illumination Range & Bleed-Through Risk

Built-in IR extends night vision to 30–100m depending on LED power and lens aperture. In dense urban or indoor-outdoor transition zones, IR can reflect off glass, water, and nearby surfaces, creating noise and false positives. Test before large-scale rollout in reflective environments.

Mounting Rigidity & Vibration Damping

Cylindrical bullets are inherently more rigid than domes in high-wind environments (parking structures, rooftops). However, loose wall or pole mounts can introduce vibration—especially with motorized zoom. Budget for quality brackets and damping clips. Poor mounting is often overlooked in post-deployment system failure investigations.

Temperature & Humidity Performance

IP67+ housings protect against rain and dust, but internal fogging and condensation occur in extreme thermal swings (–40 to +65°C environments). Units with internal heaters and humidity-resistant optical coatings cost more upfront but eliminate warranty claims and image-quality drift over 3–5 years.

Brand Ecosystem & Codec Support

Leading brands like Hikvision, Axis, and Pelco offer proprietary enhancement tools (edge analytics, wide-dynamic-range tuning). Verify your NVR and storage throughput support the codec and frame-rate profiles you're purchasing—mismatches force expensive rework.

Technology Stack

The specs and acronyms that actually affect bullet cameras performance.

IP67 Weatherproofing

Dust-tight and submersion-rated (1m for 30min) housings protect electronics in rain, snow, and coastal spray. Verify gasket and cable-gland construction; cheap seals fail within 18–24 months in coastal or high-humidity zones.

Varifocal Motorized Zoom

Remotely adjustable focal length (e.g., 2.8–12mm) allows post-install coverage tuning without physical access. Increases cost and power draw by 20–40%; reserve for zones where fixed-lens deployment is uncertain.

Thermal (Uncooled Microbolometer) Imaging

Long-wave infrared sensor detects body heat and warm objects independent of visible light. Essential for perimeter intrusion detection and 24/7 detection in total darkness, but provides silhouette-only identification; combine with visible-light units for forensic detail.

Starlight / Super Sensitivity

Enhanced sensor gain and large apertures (f/1.2 or wider) enable color imaging at <0.01 lux. Prevents washed-out IR-only nighttime footage in lit areas (parking lots, building entries) but increases heat signature and requires cooler climates to prevent thermal throttling.

Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)

Dual-exposure or sensor-level tone-mapping recovers detail in high-contrast scenes (bright sky + dark building shadow). Critical for perimeter coverage but increases bitrate 15–25% and can introduce motion artifacts at frame rates below 30 FPS.

H.265 / HEVC Codec

50–60% bitrate reduction vs. H.264 at equal quality. Requires HEVC-capable NVR decoder; older systems force transcoding, which collapses network core bandwidth. Verify end-to-end codec support before bulk adoption.

Typical Deployment Scenarios

Retail Perimeter (40-Unit Deployment)

36× 5MP fixed-lens 4mm bullets (1920×1200 @30fps) around building edge; 4× motorized varifocals (2.8–12mm) at entry gates for zoom-in verification. Total bitrate ~80 Mbps; requires dual PoE+ switches (60W×40) + 2TB/week storage throughput budgeting. Deploy Hikvision DS-2CD2x series or Axis P1365 for proven performance.

Industrial Yard Perimeter (80-Unit Thermal + Visible)

40× visible-light 4MP bullets (6mm fixed) on fencing; 40× 640×480 thermal microbolometer units (9Hz 19mm) on alternate poles for intrusion detection. PoE++ required (95W×40 visible + 10W×40 thermal); dual NVR servers for redundancy and core throughput. Plan 5TB/week. Pelco Sarix or i-PRO H+ series recommended.

Parking Garage Multi-Level (120-Unit Starlight Deployment)

5 levels × 24 units per level; 3MP starlight bullets (f/1.2, 2.8mm) at 2.5m height, spaced 6m apart. Zero IR supplementation (LED glare risk off polished concrete). Total bitrate ~60 Mbps; 3-week retention on 8TB SAN. Verify starlight performance in your actual lighting profile before purchase. Hanwha QNB or Vivotek IB8360 series.

School Campus Perimeter (25-Unit Mixed Deployment)

20× 2MP fixed 4mm bullets (entry points + fence lines); 5× motorized 2.8–8mm varifocals (gate verification). K-12 best practice requires 30 FPS @2MP (30 Mbps total), 90-day rolling retention (650GB), and hardened NVR behind firewall. Axis M2014-E or Hikvision DS-2CD2043G0-I recommended for education integrator support.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between a bullet and a dome camera for outdoor use?

Bullets have a cylindrical shroud with fixed or varifocal lenses optimized for directed long-distance coverage (fence lines, corridors, building facades). Domes mount flush to ceilings and are better for short-range wide-angle coverage. Bullets resist wind sway better; domes are easier to conceal. Choose bullets for perimeter; domes for entries and soffit mounting.

Do I need a heater for outdoor bullets in cold climates?

Yes, in areas below 0°C. Integrated heaters (5–10W) prevent internal condensation and maintain focus accuracy. Without them, image quality degrades and lenses fog overnight. Factor heater power into your PoE budget calculations—a 40-unit cold-climate deployment can add 200W+ of heater demand.

Can I use a 4K bullet camera with an older PoE switch?

No. 4K units at 30 FPS generate 80–120 Mbps per camera; 10–15 units will saturate a 1 Gbps switch. You also need PoE++ (95W) for integrated IR and processing. Budget for new infrastructure: PoE++ switch, gigabit uplink, and multi-TB NVR. PoE switch failure is common at scale—plan ahead.

How do I choose between thermal and visible-light bullets?

Thermal detects body heat and warm objects in total darkness but shows only silhouettes; visible-light requires ambient or IR illumination but provides color detail and facial recognition. Best practice: use thermal for perimeter intrusion detection (24/7) and visible-light for entry gates and forensic identification. Combine both for incident reconstruction.

What frame rate should I use to avoid storage and bandwidth waste?

Default 30 FPS works for stationary subjects; use 15 FPS for slow-moving perimeter zones to cut bitrate by 50%. High-motion zones (parking lots, loading docks) need 30 FPS. Careless frame-rate selection amplifies storage costs without improving detection. Profile your actual scene motion before rolling out.

Which brands offer the best support for integrators?

Leading brands include Hikvision (cost-effective, good analytics), Axis (premium support, proprietary features), Pelco (VMS ecosystem), i-PRO (Sony optics), and Hanwha (Wisenet ecosystem). Verify NVR codec support, firmware update cycles, and regional support before committing to bulk orders.

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