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Select IK10 vandal-rated dome for public-accessible or tamper-prone mounting locations
Specify WDR rating for mixed-lighting environments such as lobbies and storefronts
Choose flush-mount, surface-mount, or pendant-mount based on ceiling type and aesthetic
Evaluate motorized varifocal lens for remote focus adjustment after installation
Confirm IR range and low-light performance for overnight surveillance requirements

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SKU: XNV-8080RB

Hanwha XNV-8080RB 5MP Outdoor Vandal Dome Camera

5MP outdoor vandal dome with 164ft IR and motorized zoom
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SKU: XNV-8080RSA

Hanwha XNV-8080RSA 5MP Outdoor Stainless Steel IR Dome Camera

5MP stainless steel dome with 50m IR and 120dB WDR for coastal/corrosive sites
- 2.4x motorized varifocal (3.9–9.4mm) with 0.07 Lux color + IR for day/night
- 120dB wide dynamic range, defog, and digital auto-tracking in extreme light
- IP66/IK10+ SUS316L stainless steel rated for food processing and salt spray
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SKU: XNV-8081R

Hanwha XNV-8081R 5MP Vandal-Resistant Outdoor Dome Camera

5MP vandal dome with 2.4x zoom and 50m IR for outdoor security
- 5MP at 30fps with 120dB WDR and motorized 3.9–9.4mm varifocal lens
- IK10+ vandal resistance and IP66/IP67 sealing for harsh environments
- PoE powered with gyro-stabilized imaging and dual microSD card slots
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SKU: XNV-8081RE

Hanwha XNV-8081RE 5MP Outdoor Vandal-Resistant IR Dome Camera

5MP outdoor dome with 50m IR and motorized zoom for vandal-prone sites
- 5MP at 30fps with 120dB WDR and 0.07 Lux color for 24/7 clarity
- Motorized 3.9–9.4mm varifocal lens (2.4x zoom) with simple focus control
- IP67/IP6K9K and IK10+ rated; PoE+ In/Out with 80-meter reach
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SKU: XNV-8081Z

Hanwha XNV-8081Z 5MP Vandal-Resistant Outdoor PTZ Dome

5MP outdoor PTZ dome with IK10+ vandal rating and 2.6x zoom
- 5MP at 30fps with 120dB WDR and 0.07 Lux color night vision
- IK10+ rated dome withstands impact; IP67/IP6K9K weatherproof for all conditions
- ±175° pan/tilt with 2.6x motorized varifocal zoom; PoE powered
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SKU: XNV-8082R/KAP

Hanwha XNV-8082R/KAP 6MP IR Outdoor Vandal Dome

6MP outdoor vandal dome with IR night vision and motorized zoom
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SKU: XNV-8083R/KEX

Hanwha XNV-8083R/KEX 6MP Outdoor Dome Camera

6MP outdoor dome with IK10 vandal rating and 120dB WDR for harsh sites
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SKU: XNV-8083RX

Hanwha XNV-8083RX 6MP Outdoor AI IR Dome Camera

6MP outdoor AI dome with 50m IR and motorized zoom for flexible coverage
- 6MP resolution at 30fps H.265/H.264 with 120dB WDR and 0.04 Lux color night mode
- AI detects person, face, vehicle, and license plate with virtual line crossing analytics
- 4.4–9.3mm motorized varifocal lens with P-iris and built-in gyro image stabilization
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SKU: XNV-8083RZ

Hanwha XNV-8083RZ 6MP IR Varifocal Outdoor Dome Camera

6MP outdoor dome with motorized zoom and 30m IR for perimeter surveillance
- 6MP (2592×1944) with 4.4–9.3mm motorized varifocal lens; adjust focus remotely
- 15–30m IR range covers typical outdoor perimeters without external lighting
- 120dB extreme WDR and AI object detection (person, vehicle, face) for 24/7 monitoring
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SKU: XNV-8083RZ/KEX

Hanwha XNV-8083RZ/KEX 6MP Vandal Dome Camera

6MP vandal dome with 4.3x zoom and 30m IR for outdoor security
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SKU: XNV-8093R

Hanwha XNV-8093R 6MP Outdoor AI IR Vandal Dome Camera

6MP outdoor AI dome with 70m IR and IK10+ vandal protection
- 70-meter WiseIR thermal illumination with extremeWDR (120dB) for 24/7 visibility
- AI object detection: person, vehicle, face, license plate + IVA analytics
- IP66/IP67/IP6K9K rated, motorized 2.7x varifocal zoom for flexible coverage
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SKU: XNV-8093R/KEX

Hanwha XNV-8093R/KEX 6MP Vandal Dome Camera

6MP vandal dome with 70m IR and IK10 rating for outdoor security
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SKU: XNV-9083R

Hanwha XNV-9083R 8MP 4K IR Vandal-Resistant Outdoor Dome

8MP 4K outdoor dome with 50m IR and IK10+ vandal resistance
- 4.4–9.3mm motorized varifocal lens covers 113°–47° without camera moves
- 50m WiseIR range captures detail in complete darkness, no visible glow
- 120dB extremeWDR plus AI object detection and people counting onboard
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SKU: XNV-9083RZ

Hanwha XNV-9083RZ 8MP 4K AI Varifocal Outdoor Dome IP Camera

8MP 4K outdoor dome with motorized zoom and 98ft IR night vision
- Motorized 4.4–9.3mm varifocal lens adjusts remotely without site visits
- AI analytics detect persons, vehicles, and faces; intrusion & tampering alerts
- IP66/IP6K9K/IK10+ rated for harsh weather; PoE powered, H.265 compression
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SKU: XNV-9083RZ/KEX

Hanwha XNV-9083RZ/KEX 8MP Outdoor Dome Camera

8MP 4K outdoor dome with motorized zoom and 0.04 lux color night vision
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SKU: XNV-A6084R

Hanwha XNV-A6084R 2MP Outdoor Dome Camera

2MP outdoor dome with motorized zoom, IR night vision, AI detection
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What to Look For When Buying

The decisions that matter most before you spec.

Choosing Dome vs. Bullet vs. Turret Form Factor

Dome cameras excel where discretion and vandal resistance matter: retail, museums, and sensitive corporate spaces. Bullet cameras suit long-range outdoor perimeter work, while turrets balance visibility with ease of adjustment. Evaluate your site's exposure, lighting, and traffic patterns before committing to one form factor across all locations.

PoE Power Budget and Network Scaling

Dome cameras draw 5–15W depending on IR intensity and resolution. High-density deployments (20+ cameras per switch) require careful PoE budget planning and often dedicated power supplies. Many integrators discover too late that PoE switches fail after 18 cameras when thermal and power budgets are exhausted.

Bitrate, Storage, and Retention Math

4 MP domes at 30 fps produce 4–6 Mbps bitrate; 8 MP at 60 fps can exceed 15 Mbps. Motion-triggered recording saves storage but requires careful tuning to avoid missed incidents. Review retention math for bitrate and storage traps and cross-reference your NVR specs—many NVRs cannot handle their rated camera count in real-world conditions.

Pixel Density and Identification Distance (DORI)

Standard 4 MP domes (2688×1520) deliver ~100 pixels/meter at 5m—adequate for detection but not reliable identification. Pixel density and DORI metrics show that identification-grade coverage requires 8+ MP or tighter lens selection. For forensic use in retail or banking, underestimating resolution is costly.

IR Performance at Night and Low Light

Integrated IR works well indoors and up to 40m outdoors, but 4K cameras often fail at night due to sensor noise and low signal-to-noise ratio in darkness. Pair high-resolution domes with auxiliary lighting or hybrid IR/white-light solutions in critical 24/7 scenes.

System Resilience and Incident Preparedness

Dome cameras are vulnerable to network congestion and storage bottlenecks under incident load. Surveillance systems often fail during incidents when networks collapse at the core. Design with redundant switches, adequate bitrate headroom (25–30% over peak), and secondary storage to avoid data loss when you need evidence most.

Technology Stack

The specs and acronyms that actually affect dome cameras performance.

Impact Resistance (IK Rating)

IK08 = 5J impact; IK10 = 20J impact. IK10-rated polycarbonate domes survive hammer blows and thrown objects. Mandatory in retail, public transit, and outdoor high-vandalism zones.

Integrated IR (Infrared Illumination)

Built-in 850nm LEDs provide 24/7 monochrome visibility without external lighting. Range varies 30–50m depending on lens and camera sensitivity. Useful for after-hours retail and perimeter work, but adds power draw and thermal load.

Megapixel (MP) and Sensor Resolution

4 MP (2688×1520) is entry-level, 8 MP (3840×2160) supports forensic identification, 12 MP for wide-area coverage needing high detail. Higher MP increases bitrate, storage, and processing load—don't specify blindly.

PoE (Power over Ethernet)

Single Cat-6 cable carries 48V DC power + network data to the camera. Eliminates separate power wiring but requires managed switches with sufficient budget. Standard PoE provides 15.4W; PoE+ provides 30W for high-power domes with PTZ or bright IR.

Frame Rate (fps) and Motion Capture

30 fps standard for most scenes; 60 fps captures faster motion (vehicles, crowds) but doubles bitrate. 30 fps can actually degrade evidence quality if motion is too fast for reliable object tracking.

Lens Type and Field of View (FoV)

Fixed lenses (3–8mm) suit specific coverage; varifocal (2.7–13.5mm) allow post-install adjustment without re-aiming. Wider FoV trades pixel density; narrow FoV improves DORI but reduces coverage area per camera.

Typical Deployment Scenarios

Retail Multi-Location Chain (15 stores, ~40 domes total)

Each store: 2–3 entry/exit domes + 2 sales-floor domes + 1 back-office dome. Mix 4 MP fixed domes (Axis or Hikvision) with IK10 rating for entry points. Use PoE from managed core switch with 240W budget. Expect 8–12 Mbps per location; central NVR with 50TB storage for 30-day retention. Key risk: standards collapse after the third location—enforce naming, firmware, and schedule consistency.

Airport Terminal or Transit Hub (60+ domes)

Combine 4 MP compact domes for passenger flow monitoring with 8 MP domes at gates/ticket counters for identity-grade capture. Use pendant mounting on high ceilings. Budget PoE+ (25W average per dome) across 3+ managed switches in redundant configuration. Aggregate 80–120 Mbps bitrate to core storage with RAID-6. Thermal and electrical planning critical—networks collapse at the core without redundancy.

Office Campus (20 domes across 4 buildings)

Flush-mount domes in lobbies, hallways, and parking structures. Mix i-PRO or Vivotek 4 MP PoE domes (low power draw, compact profiles). Central PoE infrastructure per building, aggregated via fiber to campus NVR. Plan PoE carefully: 20 domes at 8W average = 160W, requiring dedicated PSU per building switch.

Warehouse or Distribution Center (8–12 domes, high-resolution)

Specify 8 MP integrated-IR domes on pendant arms over loading docks and inventory aisles. 24/7 monochrome IR coverage to support theft/damage investigations. Use Hanwha or Axis pro-grade models rated for cold storage (if applicable). Bitrate 12–15 Mbps per camera; 30-day retention = 500GB–1TB per camera. Network must isolate camera VLAN to avoid conflict with warehouse management system traffic.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a dome camera and a bullet or turret camera?

Dome cameras have a compact, low-profile design that blends into ceilings and looks discreet; they're more resistant to tampering thanks to fixed domes. Bullet cameras have a visible cylindrical barrel, suited for long-range outdoor coverage. Turrets are a hybrid: visible but easy to adjust without tools. Choose domes for retail, offices, and sensitive environments; bullets for wide-open perimeter work.

Do all dome cameras work with PoE power?

Most modern IP domes support PoE (standard 15.4W or PoE+ 30W), eliminating the need for separate power wiring. Check the datasheet to confirm wattage and whether your switch has sufficient budget. High-power domes with bright IR or PTZ motors may require PoE+ or a dedicated power supply; confirm before purchase.

What does IK10 rating mean, and do I need it?

IK10 means the camera survives a 20-joule impact (equivalent to a hammer blow). Required in retail, public transit, and any location with high vandalism risk. IK08 (5J) is adequate for protected indoor spaces like offices or museums. Don't overspec unless the site has proven vandalism history.

How much storage do dome cameras need?

A 4 MP dome at 30 fps uses ~5 Mbps bitrate; 8 MP at 60 fps uses ~15 Mbps. Storage = (bitrate in Mbps × 86,400 seconds/day × retention days) ÷ 8 megabits/byte. Motion-triggered recording cuts this 40–70%. For accurate sizing, review retention math for bitrate and storage traps.

Can I use a dome camera outdoors?

Yes—IP-rated domes (IP66/IP67) are designed for outdoor installation with proper mounting and drainage. Integrated IR works outdoors but has limited range in fog/rain. For harsh coastal or high-dust environments, specify stainless-steel hardware and anti-corrosion coatings. Test IR performance in your climate before full deployment.

What's the best resolution for forensic identification?

8 MP (3840×2160) is the minimum for reliable identity-grade capture at typical retail distances (3–8 meters). 12 MP domes improve detail but double bitrate and storage. Use DORI (Detect, Observe, Recognize, Identify) metrics to match resolution and lens to your required identification distance; underestimating costs you evidence.

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Hanwha XNV-8080RB 5MP Outdoor Vandal Dome Camera

Hanwha XNV-8080RSA 5MP Outdoor Stainless Steel IR Dome Camera

Hanwha XNV-8081R 5MP Vandal-Resistant Outdoor Dome Camera

Hanwha XNV-8081RE 5MP Outdoor Vandal-Resistant IR Dome Camera

Hanwha XNV-8081Z 5MP Vandal-Resistant Outdoor PTZ Dome

Hanwha XNV-8082R/KAP 6MP IR Outdoor Vandal Dome

Hanwha XNV-8083R/KEX 6MP Outdoor Dome Camera

Hanwha XNV-8083RX 6MP Outdoor AI IR Dome Camera

Hanwha XNV-8083RZ 6MP IR Varifocal Outdoor Dome Camera

Hanwha XNV-8083RZ/KEX 6MP Vandal Dome Camera

Hanwha XNV-8093R 6MP Outdoor AI IR Vandal Dome Camera

Hanwha XNV-8093R/KEX 6MP Vandal Dome Camera

Hanwha XNV-9083R 8MP 4K IR Vandal-Resistant Outdoor Dome

Hanwha XNV-9083RZ 8MP 4K AI Varifocal Outdoor Dome IP Camera

Hanwha XNV-9083RZ/KEX 8MP Outdoor Dome Camera

Hanwha XNV-A6084R 2MP Outdoor Dome Camera

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