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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-6022R

Hanwha QND-6022R 2MP Day/Night IR Dome Camera

Compact 2MP dome with 20m IR and 120dB WDR for 24/7 indoor monitoring
- 1920×1080 @ 30fps with 0.03 Lux color and IR night vision to 66 feet
- 120dB wide dynamic range handles backlit areas, windows, and high-contrast scenes
- Smart analytics: motion detection, line crossing, intrusion, and tamper alerts
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Hanwha

SKU: QNP-6320R

Hanwha QNP-6320R 2MP Outdoor PTZ Dome Camera

2MP outdoor PTZ dome with 32x zoom and 100m IR for wide-area surveillance
- 32x optical zoom (4.44–142.6mm) plus 1024x digital zoom for detail at distance
- 100-meter IR night vision with 0Lux operation; 120dB WDR for backlit scenes
- 360° endless pan at 700°/sec preset; IP66 weatherproof, IK10 vandal-rated
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Hanwha

SKU: XNV-6120

Hanwha XNV-6120 2MP Outdoor PTZ Dome Camera

12x optical zoom outdoor PTZ dome with 0.003 Lux night vision
- 12x optical zoom (5.2–62.4mm) with 354° pan/75° tilt for wide-area tracking
- Extreme low-light: 0.003 Lux B&W, 0.03 Lux color for true 24/7 surveillance
- 150dB WDR + HLC/BLC handles high-contrast outdoor scenes; IP66/IP67/IK10 rated
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Hanwha

SKU: XNV-6120R/LPR

Hanwha XNV-6120R/LPR 2MP LPR PTZ Dome Camera

2MP PTZ dome with LPR analytics for vehicle tracking in parking & access control
- PTZ with optical zoom + 2MP resolution captures readable license plates in low-speed zones
- 2.1m IR night vision + WDR handles backlighting and extreme lighting conditions 24/7
- IP66 weather-sealed, IK10 vandal-proof, PoE Class 3 powered for outdoor durability
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Hikvision

SKU: DS-2CD2583G2-IS

Hikvision DS-2CD2583G2-IS 8MP AI IR Outdoor Dome IP Camera

8MP outdoor dome with AI analytics, 30m IR, and IP67/IK10 durability
- 8MP 3840×2160 resolution with 120dB WDR for high-contrast outdoor scenes
- Human and vehicle classification AI reduces false alarms in mixed environments
- 30m IR night vision with PoE single-cable power and vandal-resistant housing
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Hikvision

SKU: IDS-2CD7146G0-IZHSY

Hikvision IDS-2CD7146G0-IZHSY 4MP DeepinView AI WDR PoE Outdoor Dome IP Camera

4MP outdoor dome with AI analytics and 140dB WDR for high-contrast sites
- Facial recognition + multi-target detection with 2.8–12mm or 8–32mm varifocal lens
- 40–60m IR night vision with smart supplemental lighting; PoE powered
- IP67/IK10 vandal-rated construction rated for NEMA 4X outdoor environments
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i-PRO

SKU: WV-U35301-F2L

i-PRO WV-U35301-F2L 2MP Outdoor Dome IP Camera

2MP outdoor dome with 123° wide view, 14m IR, IP66/IK10 rated
- 2MP at 30fps with 120dB dynamic range handles backlit entries and shadows
- 14m infrared range with adjustable power for 24/7 color or B/W capture
- IP66/IK10 weatherproof and impact-resistant dome for exposed mounting
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i-PRO

SKU: WV-U85402-V2L1

i-PRO WV-U85402-V2L1 8MP Dual Dome Outdoor AI IP Camera

Dual 4MP outdoor dome with 2.5x zoom and 40m IR for perimeter surveillance
- Dual independent 4MP sensors capture simultaneous wide and telephoto angles without cropping
- 2.5x motorized zoom (2.9–7.3mm) reaches 447.8 ft detection range with 10.5x digital zoom
- 40m IR LED array, IP67/IK10 rated, PoE+ powered for exposed outdoor installations
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Vivotek

SKU: FD9369-F2

Vivotek FD9369-F2 2MP Outdoor Dome IP Camera

2MP outdoor dome with 30m IR and IP66 rating for 24/7 perimeter duty
- 2MP at 1920×1080, 30 fps with 116° FOV covers wide facility fronts
- F2.0 aperture and 30m IR night vision work without supplemental lighting
- IP66 weatherproof, PoE powered, motion and vehicle detection built-in
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Axis

SKU: 02113-001

Axis P3245-LVE 4MP Varifocal Dome IR Camera - 02113-001

4MP dome with Lightfinder color at 0.18 lux + varifocal lens
- 4MP (2304×1728) at 30 fps with motorized 3–6mm zoom and autofocus
- Lightfinder technology captures color detail in near-darkness without noise
- Integrated IR + edge deep learning analytics on standard PoE power
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Axis

SKU: 02634-001

Axis P3737-PLE 20MP Panoramic Outdoor Dome - 02634-001

360° panoramic dome with 20MP multi-sensor and 0.19 lux night vision
- Four independent 5MP sensors capture full 360° horizontal without blind spots
- Varifocal 3.18–8.12mm lens adjusts remotely; IP66/IK09 rated for outdoor use
- Lightfinder color + IR night vision, H.264 Zipstream, PoE+ powered (~15W)
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Axis

SKU: 02414-001

Axis P5676-LE 4MP Outdoor PTZ Camera - 02414-001

4MP outdoor PTZ with 30x zoom and IR night vision for wide-area monitoring
- 30x optical zoom with motorized pan-tilt for flexible area coverage and tracking
- 4MP resolution at up to 60fps with Lightfinder 2.0 for 0.11 lux low-light imaging
- IP66 & IK10 rated construction with -30 to 50°C operating range for harsh weather
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Axis

SKU: 02973-001

Axis Q3548-LVE 8MP Outdoor AI IR Dome Camera - 02973-001

8MP outdoor dome with edge AI and low-light clarity for 24/7 monitoring
- ARTPEC-9 AI processes object detection on-camera to reduce false alerts
- 8MP resolution captures forensic detail across wide perimeter areas
- IP66/IK10 rated dome housing built for harsh outdoor weather and vandalism
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Hanwha

SKU: PNV-A9082RZ

Hanwha PNV-A9082RZ 8MP Outdoor AI IR Vandal Dome PTRZ

8MP outdoor vandal dome with motorized zoom and 30m IR night vision
- 8MP at 30 fps with motorized 5.9–13.3mm varifocal lens (2.25× zoom)
- 30m IR illumination (850nm) plus 0.03 lux color for day/night surveillance
- IP66/IK10 vandal-resistant dome, PoE+ powered, H.265 compression
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Hanwha

SKU: QND-6082R

Hanwha QND-6082R 2MP Varifocal IR Outdoor Dome

2MP outdoor dome with 3.1x varifocal zoom and 20m IR night vision
- 1920x1080 Full HD at 30fps H.265/H.264 with 120dB WDR for high-contrast
- 3.2–10mm motorized varifocal lens adjusts 109°–33° field of view remotely
- IR illumination captures zero-lux footage; 0.3 lux color in low light
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Hanwha

SKU: QND-8021

Hanwha QND-8021 5MP Mini Dome IP Camera

5MP mini dome with 120dB WDR and IR for discrete indoor surveillance
- 5MP at 2592x1944 with 30fps H.265/H.264 and 0.15 Lux night vision
- 120dB wide dynamic range handles mixed lighting without overexposure
- PoE powered (4W typical) with IP42/IK08 rating and microSD slot
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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.

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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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