IP Bullet Cameras | Outdoor Surveillance

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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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SKU: WV-S15500-V3LK

i-PRO WV-S15500-V3LK 5MP Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

5MP outdoor bullet with 70m IR and AI analytics for coastal sites
- 5MP at 30fps with 3.1x motorized zoom captures detail in daylight and dark
- 70-meter IR range (switchable output) plus 132dB dynamic range for harsh light
- IP66/IK10 rated with salt corrosion resistance for coastal and industrial use
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SKU: WV-S15500-V3LN

i-PRO WV-S15500-V3LN 5MP Outdoor Bullet Camera with 3.1x Zoom

5MP outdoor bullet with 3.1x zoom and 70m IR for perimeter detail
- 2.9–9mm motorized lens captures wide 106° overview or 34° telephoto for faces
- 132 dB dynamic range with Super Dynamic processing handles backlit and high-contrast scenes
- AI analytics detect faces, vehicles, people, non-mask, gunshot, and occupancy on PoE power
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SKU: WV-S15500-V3LN1

i-PRO WV-S15500-V3LN1 5MP Black Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

5MP outdoor bullet with 3.1x zoom, 70m IR, and AI analytics
- 5MP at 30fps with motorized 2.9–9mm zoom for detect-to-verify coverage
- 70m IR night vision (30IRE) and 0.05 lx color for low-light scenes
- IK10 vandal-rated, IP66 outdoor housing with AI motion, face, vehicle detection
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i-PRO

SKU: WV-S15500-V3LN1 B2

i-PRO WV-S15500-V3LN1 5MP Outdoor Vandal-Resistant Bullet

5MP outdoor bullet with IK10 vandal rating and 55m IR for harsh sites
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i-PRO

SKU: WV-S15501-Z1L

i-PRO WV-S15501-Z1L 5MP Outdoor IR Bullet Camera

5MP outdoor bullet with 10x zoom and 180m IR for wide-area surveillance
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i-PRO

SKU: WV-S15501-Z3L

i-PRO WV-S15501-Z3L 5MP Outdoor IR Bullet Camera 30x Zoom

5MP outdoor bullet with 30x zoom and 180m IR for long-range ID
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SKU: WV-S15600-V2LN

i-PRO WV-S15600-V2LN 6MP AI IR Bullet Outdoor Security IP Camera

6MP outdoor bullet with 70m IR and AI analytics for perimeter surveillance
- 6MP at 30 fps with 132 dB Super Dynamic WDR for extreme contrast scenes
- Motorized 2.0x varifocal lens (53°–104° FOV) with motorized focus to infinity
- AI motion, face, people, vehicle, and sound detection; IP66 & IK10 rated
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SKU: WV-S15700-V2LK

i-PRO WV-S15700-V2LK 8MP 4K AI IR Bullet Outdoor Security Camera

8MP 4K bullet camera with 70m IR and AI analytics for outdoor perimeter security
- 8MP 4K (3840×2160) at 30fps with 132dB dynamic range for high-contrast scenes
- 70-meter IR illumination reaches true 0 lux monochrome capture in complete darkness
- AI detects faces, people, vehicles, and audio events; motorized 4.3–8.6mm zoom lens
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SKU: WV-S15700-V2LN

i-PRO WV-S15700-V2LN 8MP 4K Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

8MP 4K outdoor bullet with 2.0x zoom and 70m IR for perimeter security
- 4.3–8.6mm motorized zoom covers wide overview (104°) to telephoto (53°) detail
- 70m IR range @ 30IRE; 0.03 lux B&W; auto color/B&W switching for 24/7 coverage
- IP66/IK10 rated; PoE powered (11.5W max); AI analytics: face, people, vehicle, non-mask
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SKU: WV-U11350-V3

i-PRO WV-U11350-V3 2MP Indoor Box Camera

2MP indoor box camera with 3.2x zoom and 2m IR for 24/7 monitoring
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SKU: WV-U1532LA

i-PRO WV-U1532LA 2MP Outdoor Bullet IP Camera with 30m IR

2MP outdoor bullet with motorized zoom and 30m IR for all-light surveillance
- 2.9–7.3mm motorized varifocal lens shifts 100° wide to 43° tele without site revisit
- 30m adjustable IR illumination captures night vision in complete darkness, 0.0025 lx B&W
- 120 dB dynamic range and IP66/IK10 weatherproofing handle extreme heat, cold, and moisture
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SKU: WV-U15750-V3L

i-PRO WV-U15750-V3L 4K AI Outdoor IR Bullet Camera

4K outdoor bullet with 28m IR, 3.2x zoom, IP66/IK10 rated
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SKU: WV-X15300-V3L

i-PRO WV-X15300-V3L 2MP Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

2MP outdoor bullet with 70m IR and AI analytics for 24/7 surveillance
- 2MP at 60 fps with 3.1x optical + 9.3x digital zoom for wide to telephoto coverage
- 70m IR night vision at 0.005 lx plus 144 dB dynamic range in low-light scenes
- AI facial recognition, people/vehicle detection, and sound classification built-in
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SKU: WV-X15301-Z1L

i-PRO WV-X15301-Z1L 2MP AI Outdoor IR Bullet Camera

2MP outdoor bullet with 10x zoom and AI analytics for perimeter security
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SKU: WV-X15302-Z1L

i-PRO WV-X15302-Z1L 2MP AI Outdoor IR Bullet LPR Camera

2MP AI bullet with 10x zoom and 30m IR for license plate capture
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SKU: WV-X15500-V3L

i-PRO WV-X15500-V3L 5MP AI Bullet Outdoor Security IP Camera

5MP outdoor bullet with 70m IR, AI detection, and IP66/IK10 durability
- 5MP at 60fps with 3.1x motorized zoom and 0.03 lux color night vision
- 132 dB dynamic range with Super Dynamic processing for high-contrast scenes
- AI motion, face, people, and vehicle detection with PoE+ single-cable power
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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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i-PRO WV-S15500-V3LK 5MP Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

i-PRO WV-S15500-V3LN 5MP Outdoor Bullet Camera with 3.1x Zoom

i-PRO WV-S15500-V3LN1 5MP Black Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

i-PRO WV-S15500-V3LN1 5MP Outdoor Vandal-Resistant Bullet

i-PRO WV-S15501-Z1L 5MP Outdoor IR Bullet Camera

i-PRO WV-S15501-Z3L 5MP Outdoor IR Bullet Camera 30x Zoom

i-PRO WV-S15600-V2LN 6MP AI IR Bullet Outdoor Security IP Camera

i-PRO WV-S15700-V2LK 8MP 4K AI IR Bullet Outdoor Security Camera

i-PRO WV-S15700-V2LN 8MP 4K Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

i-PRO WV-U11350-V3 2MP Indoor Box Camera

i-PRO WV-U1532LA 2MP Outdoor Bullet IP Camera with 30m IR

i-PRO WV-U15750-V3L 4K AI Outdoor IR Bullet Camera

i-PRO WV-X15300-V3L 2MP Outdoor Bullet IP Camera

i-PRO WV-X15301-Z1L 2MP AI Outdoor IR Bullet Camera

i-PRO WV-X15302-Z1L 2MP AI Outdoor IR Bullet LPR Camera

i-PRO WV-X15500-V3L 5MP AI Bullet Outdoor Security IP Camera

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