Product SKU: DH-IPC-HDW4631EMP
Product Overview
The Dahua 6MP eyeball network camera delivers sharp, detailed surveillance footage suitable for a wide range of residential and commercial installations. Featuring a 1/2.9″ STARVIS CMOS sensor with a fixed 2.8mm lens, this camera captures crisp 6-megapixel images in a compact, low-profile turret housing. With up to 50 metres of infrared night vision, True WDR at 120dB, and a built-in microphone, it handles challenging lighting environments with confidence. H.265+ compression keeps storage and bandwidth demands low without sacrificing image quality. PoE support simplifies installation by combining power and data over a single cable, and the IP67-rated housing ensures reliable operation outdoors. Smart detection and IVS analytics add an intelligent layer of monitoring, making this camera a practical choice for property owners and installers looking for proven performance at an accessible price point.
Key Capabilities
6MP STARVIS Image Sensor
The 1/2.9″ STARVIS CMOS sensor captures high-resolution 6-megapixel footage at up to 20fps, delivering crisp detail that makes it easier to identify faces, licence plates, and other key visual information in both day and night conditions.
H.265+ Efficient Compression
H.265+ encoding significantly reduces file sizes and bandwidth consumption compared to older H.264 formats, allowing you to store more footage on the same hard drive and reduce the strain on your network without compromising image quality.
50m Infrared Night Vision
Built-in IR LEDs illuminate scenes up to 50 metres in complete darkness, with Day/Night ICR filter switching ensuring accurate colour reproduction during the day and clear monochrome detail at night, providing round-the-clock surveillance coverage.
True WDR 120dB
True Wide Dynamic Range at 120dB balances bright and dark areas within the same frame, ensuring detail is retained in high-contrast environments such as entrances with bright sunlight behind subjects or areas with mixed indoor and outdoor lighting.
Built-in Microphone
The integrated microphone captures audio alongside video, adding an extra dimension to your recordings. This is particularly useful for monitoring reception areas, retail floors, or access points where verbal interactions may be relevant to an incident.
IVS Smart Detection
Intelligent Video Surveillance analytics support features such as tripwire and intrusion detection, enabling the camera to trigger alerts based on specific behaviours rather than simple motion, reducing false alarms and improving the reliability of your security response.
Best For
- Residential Perimeter Monitoring: The 50m IR range and IP67 weatherproofing make this camera well suited to driveways, front yards, and building exteriors where reliable outdoor performance is essential.
- Small Business Surveillance: Retail stores, warehouses, and small offices benefit from 6MP detail and IVS analytics, enabling accurate identification of individuals and detection of suspicious activity.
- PoE-Based IP Systems: Installers building or expanding PoE network camera systems will appreciate the straightforward single-cable installation and compatibility with standard PoE switches and NVRs.
- Environments with Mixed Lighting: Entrances, car parks, and loading docks with strong contrast between bright and shaded areas are well handled by the 120dB True WDR capability.
- Audio-Required Installations: Locations where capturing spoken interaction is important, such as reception areas or access control points, benefit from the integrated microphone without needing an external audio device.
Why Choose the DH-IPC-HDW4631EMP
Where basic 2MP or 4MP cameras may leave you squinting at grainy thumbnails when reviewing footage, this Dahua 6MP eyeball camera delivers noticeably sharper images that make a real difference when identifying faces or vehicle plates. The combination of STARVIS low-light performance, True WDR, and 50m infrared means this camera adapts to a wide variety of real-world lighting scenarios rather than struggling in the conditions that matter most. H.265+ compression keeps your storage costs down as your system grows, and the built-in microphone removes the need for a separate audio solution. IVS analytics move beyond basic motion detection to offer smarter, more targeted alerts. Available through Security Wholesalers, this camera represents a strong value proposition for installers and property owners who want genuine performance without overspending on features they may not need.
Buyer Decision Tips
Buyer Tip: This model does not include alarm inputs/outputs, an SD card slot, or ePOE (extended PoE up to 800m). If any of these features are important to your installation — for example, if you need local on-camera storage or long cable runs — consider the ASE variant of this camera instead, which supports all three of those features.
Buyer Tip: Note that this model has been superseded by the Dahua DH-IPC-HDW3641EM-AS-0280B-AUS, which adds SMD (Smart Motion Detection) and WizSense AI capabilities. If you are starting a new installation rather than expanding an existing system, reviewing the newer model first is worthwhile to ensure you get the latest feature set.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Image Sensor | 1/2.9″ 6-megapixel progressive scan STARVIS CMOS |
| Resolution | 6MP (3072×2048) |
| Frame Rate | 20fps @ 6MP; 25/30fps @ 4MP (2688×1520) |
| Lens | 2.8mm fixed focal length |
| Video Compression | H.265+ / H.265 / H.264+ / H.264 triple-stream encoding |
| Wide Dynamic Range | True WDR, 120dB |
| Day/Night | Auto (ICR), Colour, B/W |
| IR Distance | Up to 50 metres |
| Image Enhancement | 3DNR, AWB, AGC, BLC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Smart Detection / IVS | Supported (tripwire, intrusion detection) |
| Network Monitoring | Web viewer, CMS (DSS/PSS), DMSS |
| Power Supply | DC12V; PoE (IEEE 802.3af) |
| Power Consumption | Less than 6W |
| Ingress Protection | IP67 |
| SD Card Slot | Not included on this model |
| Alarm I/O | Not included on this model |
| ePOE | Not included on this model |
| Optional Accessories | Junction Box PFA130-E; Wall Mount Bracket PFB204W |
Ideal Use Cases
Home Driveways & Entrances
The weatherproof housing and 50m IR range make this camera a dependable choice for monitoring home access points, capturing clear footage of approaching vehicles and visitors day or night.
Retail Store Interiors
High-resolution 6MP footage combined with IVS analytics supports loss prevention in retail environments, allowing staff and managers to review detailed recordings and receive alerts for defined zone intrusions.
Office Reception Areas
The built-in microphone captures both video and audio at reception desks or entry lobbies, providing a complete record of visitor interactions without additional hardware investment.
Car Parks & Loading Docks
True WDR at 120dB handles the stark contrast between sunlit areas and shaded zones, ensuring number plates and faces remain legible in car park environments where lighting is unpredictable.
Warehouse & Industrial Facilities
Wide-angle 2.8mm coverage and IP67-rated durability suit the open floor plans and variable conditions found in warehouses and light industrial sites, providing broad scene coverage from a single camera.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need a reliable 6MP PoE eyeball camera with built-in audio and IVS analytics for a straightforward indoor or outdoor installation, and do not require an SD card slot, alarm I/O, or extended PoE cable runs.
- Choose a different model if: You need local on-camera storage (SD card), alarm input/output terminals, or extended PoE cable runs beyond standard distances — in which case the ASE variant or the newer DH-IPC-HDW3641EM-AS-0280B-AUS with WizSense and SMD would be more appropriate.
FAQs
- Does this camera work with standard PoE switches and NVRs?
Yes, the camera supports PoE (IEEE 802.3af), meaning it can be powered and connected via a standard PoE switch or PoE-capable NVR using a single Cat5e or Cat6 cable. This eliminates the need for a separate power supply at each camera location, simplifying installation considerably. - Can this camera record audio as well as video?
Yes, this camera includes a built-in microphone that captures audio alongside video footage. To record audio, your NVR must support audio input from IP cameras. Always ensure your audio recording practices comply with relevant Australian state and territory privacy legislation. - What is the difference between this model and the ASE variant?
This model (DH-IPC-HDW4631EMP) does not include an SD card slot, alarm inputs/outputs, or ePOE (extended PoE up to 800m). The ASE variant adds all three of these features. If your installation requires any of them, the ASE model is the better choice. - Is this camera suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. The IP67 ingress protection rating means the camera is fully protected against dust and against water jets from any direction, making it suitable for outdoor mounting on walls, soffits, and building exteriors in Australian weather conditions. - What does True WDR 120dB mean in practice?
Wide Dynamic Range allows the camera to capture usable detail in both very bright and very dark areas of the same frame simultaneously. At 120dB, this Dahua camera handles challenging scenes such as a shaded entrance facing a bright outdoor area, where a standard camera would produce a silhouetted or washed-out image. - Does this camera require any special software to view remotely?
Remote viewing is supported via web browser, Dahua’s CMS platforms (DSS/PSS), and the DMSS mobile app. This gives you flexible options for live viewing and playback on computers, tablets, and smartphones without requiring additional paid software. - Has this camera been superseded by a newer model?
Yes. Dahua has released the DH-IPC-HDW3641EM-AS-0280B-AUS, which adds WizSense AI and Smart Motion Detection (SMD) capabilities. If you are planning a new installation, Security Wholesalers recommends reviewing the newer model to ensure you have access to the latest intelligent detection features before purchasing. - What optional accessories are available for this camera?
Dahua offers two compatible accessories: the PFA130-E waterproof junction box, which conceals cabling at the mounting point for a cleaner installation finish, and the PFB204W waterproof wall mount bracket for installations where a surface-mount arm is required rather than a flush ceiling or wall fit.
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Additional Information
- Spec sheet – DH-IPC-HDW4631EMP-0280B
- View the ASE model with SD card, alarm I/O and ePOE
- View the superseding model: Dahua DH-IPC-HDW3641EM-AS-0280B-AUS with SMD and WizSense
- Note: This model does not include alarm I/O, SD card slot, or ePOE. Refer to the ASE variant for those features.


























