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IP dome cameras for indoor and outdoor surveillance where discreet aesthetics and vandal resistance are priorities. IK10-rated polycarbonate domes, flush-mount and pendant options, and integrated IR deliver reliable coverage in retail, office, and public-facing environments.

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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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Hanwha

SKU: QND-8020R

Hanwha QND-8020R 5MP Vandal-Resistant Indoor Dome IP Camera

5MP vandal dome with 20m IR and IK08 impact rating for secure interiors
- 5MP (2592×1944) at 30fps H.265 compression cuts storage ~40% vs H.264
- 4mm fixed lens, 100° HFoV covers corridors and entries without refocusing
- PoE (802.3af, <13W) + motion/tampering detection for plug-and-play deployment
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Hanwha

SKU: QNE-C9013RL

Hanwha QNE-C9013RL 8MP 4K Outdoor AI Dual Light Dome

8MP 4K outdoor dome with dual light (30m white LED + IR) and AI analytics
- 8MP 4K at 30fps with 120dB WDR handles backlit scenes and high-contrast outdoor environments
- Dual illumination—white LED for color detail + 30m IR for complete darkness without noise
- Built-in AI person/vehicle detection, counting, heatmap, and queue management on edge
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Hanwha

SKU: QNP-6250

Hanwha QNP-6250 2MP PTZ IR Dome Camera

2MP outdoor PTZ dome with 25x zoom and IR night vision
- 25x optical zoom (800x total) captures detail from wide angles to distant targets
- IR illumination works down to 0.005 Lux in B/W; 120dB WDR handles high contrast
- 360° pan at 700°/sec with ±0.2° preset accuracy; IP66 rated for -10°C to +55°C
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Hanwha

SKU: QNV-6022R

Hanwha QNV-6022R 2MP Outdoor Vandal Dome Camera

2MP outdoor dome with IK10 vandal armor and 25m IR for exposed sites
- Full HD 1080p at 30fps with 120dB WDR for high-contrast outdoor scenes
- IP66 weatherproof, IK10 vandal-resistant, operates -30°C to +55°C year-round
- H.265/H.264 with WiseStream II smart codec; PoE powered at typical 6W
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Hanwha

SKU: QNV-6022R1

Hanwha QNV-6022R1 2MP Outdoor IR Vandal Dome Camera

2MP outdoor IR dome with IK10 vandal rating and 25m night vision
- 1920×1080 @ 30fps H.265/H.264 with 120dB WDR for mixed lighting
- 25m IR range and IP66/IK10 housing for exposed outdoor durability
- Motion detection, tampering alerts, virtual line crossing, defocus detection
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SKU: QNV-6024RM

Hanwha QNV-6024RM 2MP Outdoor Mobile IR Dome Camera

2MP dome for outdoor/mobile with 15m IR and IP66/IK10 durability
- 2MP Full HD at 30fps H.265/H.264 with 120dB WDR for backlit scenes
- 15-meter IR LED night vision at 0Lux in complete darkness
- IP66 & IK10 rated for weather and impact; edge storage to 128GB microSD
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Hanwha

SKU: QNV-6082R1

Hanwha QNV-6082R1 2MP Vandal-Resistant Outdoor Dome

2MP vandal dome with motorized zoom and 30m IR for outdoor security
- 1920×1080 @ 30fps with 3.2–10mm motorized varifocal lens and DC auto iris
- 0.03 Lux color / 0 Lux IR night vision; IK10 vandal resistance, IP66 rated
- PoE powered, H.265/H.264 codec, 120dB WDR for high-contrast outdoor scenes
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SKU: QNV-6082R1/KME

Hanwha QNV-6082R1/KME 2MP Outdoor Vandal Dome Camera

2MP outdoor vandal dome with motorized zoom and 98ft IR night vision
- Motorized 3.1x varifocal lens (3.2–10.0mm) adjusts remotely from 109° to 33°
- 120dB WDR + IR LEDs handle high-contrast daylight and complete darkness equally
- IP66 weatherproof, IK10 vandal resistant; H.265 codec cuts bandwidth 50% vs H.264
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Hanwha

SKU: QNV-7012R

Hanwha QNV-7012R 4MP Outdoor IR Vandal Dome Camera

4MP outdoor dome with 20m IR and IK10 vandal protection
- 4MP @ 30fps H.265/H.264 with 120dB WDR for high-contrast scenes
- 20-meter infrared night vision with 0Lux operation and auto Day/Night
- Motion, tampering, enter/exit detection with 0–350° pan/0–67° tilt range
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SKU: QNV-7012RB

Hanwha QNV-7012RB 4MP Outdoor Vandal Dome Camera

Rugged 4MP outdoor dome with IK10 vandal resistance and 65ft IR
- 4MP at 30 fps with 107° field of view and H.265 compression
- IP66 weatherproof, IK10 vandal-resistant dome for harsh environments
- 65-foot IR night vision and motion/tampering detection with PoE power
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SKU: QNV-7022R

Hanwha QNV-7022R 4MP Outdoor IR Vandal Dome Camera

4MP outdoor IR dome with IK10 vandal protection and 25m night vision
- 4MP at 30fps H.265/H.264 with 120dB WDR for high-contrast outdoor scenes
- 25-meter IR illumination and 0.15 lux color sensitivity for day/night coverage
- IK10 vandal-resistant, IP66 weatherproof dome with motion and tampering detection
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SKU: QNV-7022R/KUS

Hanwha QNV-7022R/KUS 4MP Outdoor Vandal Dome Camera

4MP outdoor vandal dome with 82ft IR and IK10 impact protection
- 4MP at 30fps with 120dB WDR handles extreme lighting and backlighting
- IK10 rating withstands 50-joule impact; IP66 seals against weather
- 82-foot IR night vision and H.265 compression for 24/7 surveillance
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SKU: QNV-7032R

Hanwha QNV-7032R 4MP Outdoor IR Vandal Resistant Dome

4MP outdoor dome with 30m IR and IK10 vandal resistance
- 4MP @ 30fps H.265/H.264 with 120dB WDR for high-contrast scenes
- 30-meter IR night vision, 0 Lux B/W mode for total darkness
- Built-in analytics: motion, tampering, defocus, Enter/Exit detection
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Hanwha

SKU: QNV-8080R/KME

Hanwha QNV-8080R/KME 5MP IR Outdoor Dome

5MP IR dome, IP66/IK10 rated, motorized 3.2–10mm lens for outdoor
- Full 0 lux B/W infrared plus 0.15 lux color night vision for 24/7 monitoring
- Motorized varifocal 3.2–10mm lens with 3.1× zoom; no manual lens changes needed
- IP66 weatherproof, IK10 vandal-resistant, operates -30°C to +55°C; PoE powered
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Hanwha

SKU: QNV-C6083R

Hanwha QNV-C6083R 2MP Outdoor AI IR Dome Camera

2MP outdoor dome with 40m IR and motorized zoom for 24/7 perimeter
- 3.2–10.2mm motorized varifocal lens adjusts 102° wide to 32° tele FOV
- 40m IR at 850nm with 0.004 Lux minimum reaches full night coverage
- 120dB WDR and IP66/IK10 rating handle extreme backlighting and weather
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SKU: QNV-C8011R

Hanwha QNV-C8011R 5MP Outdoor AI Dome Camera

5MP outdoor AI dome with 20m IR and 120dB WDR for retail & parking
- AI-powered people and vehicle counting with heatmap and queue analytics
- 5MP at 30fps, 100° FOV, 20m IR range in sealed IP66/IK10 dome
- PoE powered, 120dB WDR handles backlighting and high-contrast scenes
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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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