IP Bullet Cameras | Outdoor Surveillance

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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Hanwha

SKU: QNO-C8013R

Hanwha QNO-C8013R 5MP Outdoor AI IR Bullet Camera

5MP outdoor AI bullet with 25m IR and IP66 weatherproofing
- AI object classification (people, vehicles, types) runs on-camera
- 5MP at 100° FOV with 25m IR range for perimeter monitoring
- PoE powered, H.265 compression, IP66/IK10 rated for harsh weather
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SKU: QNO-C8023R

Hanwha QNO-C8023R 5MP Outdoor AI IR Bullet Camera

5MP outdoor AI bullet with 30m IR and IP66 durability for perimeter surveillance
- AI classifies persons, vehicles, and bikes to cut false alerts by 60–80%
- 5MP at 4mm fixed lens covers 80° horizontal—ideal for facility entrances and parking lots
- 30-meter IR range with IP66/IK10 rating operates 24/7 in rain, dust, and temperature swings
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SKU: QNO-C8083R

Hanwha QNO-C8083R 5MP AI WDR Varifocal IR Outdoor Bullet Camera

5MP outdoor bullet with motorized zoom and 30m IR for flexible perimeter coverage
- 3.2x motorized varifocal lens (3.2–10.2mm) adjusts remotely from 95° wide to 29° tight
- AI person/vehicle detection with 120dB WDR cuts false alarms in high-contrast outdoor scenes
- 5MP @ 30fps H.265 with 30m IR illumination; IP66/IK10 rated for harsh environments
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SKU: QNO-C8083R/KEX

Hanwha QNO-C8083R/KEX 5MP Outdoor Vandal Bullet Camera

5MP outdoor bullet with motorized zoom, IR night vision, IP66/IK10 rated
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SKU: QNO-C9083R/KEX

Hanwha QNO-C9083R/KEX 8MP Outdoor Vandal Bullet Camera

8MP outdoor bullet with IK10 vandal rating and motorized 3.2x zoom
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Hanwha

SKU: SCB-6005

Hanwha SCB-6005 2MP AHD Box Camera

2MP AHD box camera with 500m coaxial range and 0.04 Lux low-light
- 1920×1080 resolution at 30fps over AHD with extended 500m cable runs
- 0.04 Lux color / 0.004 Lux B&W with DC auto iris and manual focus
- Motion detection, 8 privacy zones, BLC/HLC/DWDR for backlit scenes
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SKU: SCO-6085R

Hanwha SCO-6085R 2MP IR Bullet Camera 1080p

2MP 1080p IR bullet with 30m night vision and IP66 weatherproofing
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SKU: TNB-6030

Hanwha TNB-6030 2MP Face Detection Box Camera

2MP box camera with face detection and 150dB WDR for retail/lobby
- 2MP at 30fps with face detection up to 50 feet, 0.06 Lux night vision
- 150dB WDR and electrical day/night for consistent quality across lighting
- PoE powered, micro HDMI output, 32-zone privacy masking with mosaic
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SKU: TNO-4030T/KUS

Hanwha TNO-4030T/KUS Wisenet T Thermal Bullet Camera

640x480 thermal bullet for 24/7 perimeter security in -40°C to +60°C
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SKU: TNO-4050T/KUS

Hanwha TNO-4050T/KUS Thermal Bullet Camera

640x480 thermal bullet camera with PoE power for outdoor perimeter monitoring
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SKU: TNO-A26081

Hanwha TNO-A26081 26MP Outdoor AI Bullet Camera

26MP outdoor bullet with 55–250mm zoom for long-range forensic detail
- 26MP at 30 fps full resolution with 0.2 lux color night vision
- 55–250mm varifocal lens captures fine detail across extended distances
- On-camera AI detects objects, faces, vehicles, and license plates in real-time
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SKU: TNO-C3042T

Hanwha TNO-C3042T Thermal Bullet Network Camera

Thermal bullet camera with 13mm lens for 24/7 perimeter detection
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SKU: TNO-C3052T

Hanwha TNO-C3052T Thermal Bullet Camera

24/7 thermal bullet camera with AI detection for perimeter security
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SKU: TNO-C3082T

Hanwha TNO-C3082T Thermal Compact Bullet Camera

Thermal bullet camera with 60mm lens for long-range perimeter surveillance
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SKU: TNO-L4040T

Hanwha TNO-L4040T Outdoor Thermal AI Bullet Camera

640x480 thermal bullet with AI analytics for 24/7 perimeter detection
- 640x480 thermal resolution with 19mm lens for long-range detection in any light
- AI motion detection, loitering alerts, line crossing, and appear/disappear tracking
- IP66/IK10/NEMA 4X rated; PoE, 24VAC, or 12VDC power; up to 256GB edge storage
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SKU: TNO-L4040TR

Hanwha TNO-L4040TR Outdoor Thermal AI Bullet Camera

640x480 thermal bullet with AI analytics for extreme outdoor conditions
- Detects motion, loitering, entry/exit, tampering via AI without visible light
- IP66 weatherproof, IK10 vandal-resistant housing rated for -20°C to 130°C
- PoE, 24VAC, or 12VDC power options with H.265 compression and microSD storage
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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.

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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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Hanwha QNO-C8013R 5MP Outdoor AI IR Bullet Camera

Hanwha QNO-C8023R 5MP Outdoor AI IR Bullet Camera

Hanwha QNO-C8083R 5MP AI WDR Varifocal IR Outdoor Bullet Camera

Hanwha QNO-C8083R/KEX 5MP Outdoor Vandal Bullet Camera

Hanwha QNO-C9083R/KEX 8MP Outdoor Vandal Bullet Camera

Hanwha SCB-6005 2MP AHD Box Camera

Hanwha SCO-6085R 2MP IR Bullet Camera 1080p

Hanwha TNB-6030 2MP Face Detection Box Camera

Hanwha TNO-4030T/KUS Wisenet T Thermal Bullet Camera

Hanwha TNO-4050T/KUS Thermal Bullet Camera

Hanwha TNO-A26081 26MP Outdoor AI Bullet Camera

Hanwha TNO-C3042T Thermal Bullet Network Camera

Hanwha TNO-C3052T Thermal Bullet Camera

Hanwha TNO-C3082T Thermal Compact Bullet Camera

Hanwha TNO-L4040T Outdoor Thermal AI Bullet Camera

Hanwha TNO-L4040TR Outdoor Thermal AI Bullet Camera

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