Product SKU: DS-2CD26862ZUSL
Product Overview
The Hikvision DS-2CD26862ZUSL is an 8MP 4K AcuSense strobe light and audible warning bullet network camera designed for outdoor sites that need high-detail recording, smart event filtering, active deterrence and adjustable lens coverage. It suits driveways, gates, warehouses, loading areas, commercial perimeters, car parks and building entrances where a fixed lens may not provide enough flexibility. With a 2.8 to 12mm motorised varifocal lens, powered-by-DarkFighter low-light performance, 120 dB WDR and up to 60 m IR, this camera can be tuned for wider area coverage or tighter monitoring of a specific access point. Human and vehicle classification helps reduce nuisance alerts, while the built-in speaker, built-in microphone, two-way audio, strobe light and audio alarm allow the camera to provide both evidence capture and real-time deterrence.
Key Capabilities
8MP 4K Outdoor Detail
The 3840 × 2160 resolution gives this bullet camera strong image detail for fixed outdoor monitoring. It is useful where clearer playback is needed across entrances, vehicle lanes, yards, loading areas and commercial perimeter positions.
Motorised Varifocal Coverage
The 2.8 to 12mm auto-focus lens allows the installer to adjust the field of view from broad coverage to a tighter scene. This is helpful when the final view needs to be tuned after mounting.
AcuSense Human and Vehicle Filtering
Human and vehicle classification helps the camera focus on events that matter. In outdoor environments, this can reduce false alarms from rain, insects, shadows, animals, foliage and other movement that is not security-relevant.
Active Deterrence Response
The strobe light, visual alarm, built-in speaker and audio alarm allow the camera to warn intruders off when configured events are triggered. This makes it suitable for locations where deterrence is as important as recording.
Built-In Two-Way Audio
The camera includes a built-in microphone, built-in speaker, line input and line output, supporting talk and listen functionality when correctly configured. This is useful for gates, entries, delivery points and after-hours business areas.
Rugged Outdoor Bullet Design
With IP66 weather resistance and IK10 vandal resistance, this model is built for exposed outdoor and higher-risk mounting points. The bullet housing also provides a visible security presence around perimeters and access areas.
Best For
- Driveways and Gates: Suitable where a flexible varifocal lens is needed to cover a wide driveway or focus tightly on a vehicle entry point.
- Commercial Perimeters: Useful for boundary lines, external walls, side access paths and fence lines where human and vehicle detection reduces unnecessary alerts.
- Warehouses and Loading Areas: A practical choice for roller doors, loading docks, staff entrances and after-hours monitoring zones.
- Car Parks and Outdoor Vehicle Areas: Well suited to fixed camera positions where 4K detail, smart filtering and visible deterrence are valuable.
- Entrances Requiring Live Response: Built-in two-way audio, strobe and audible warning make it useful for access points where real-time interaction may be required.
Why Choose the DS-2CD26862ZUSL
Choose the DS-2CD26862ZUSL when you need an outdoor bullet camera that combines 4K detail, adjustable varifocal coverage, AcuSense detection and active deterrence in one unit. Compared with a basic fixed bullet camera, this model adds a 2.8 to 12mm auto-focus lens, powered-by-DarkFighter low-light performance, 60 m IR, built-in two-way audio, visual alarm, audio alarm, alarm input and output, onboard microSD support and IK10 protection. It is particularly useful for sites where the camera needs to identify important movement, warn intruders and be fine-tuned for the exact scene. For buyers comparing outdoor AcuSense bullet cameras supplied by Security Wholesalers, the key advantage is the mix of lens flexibility, deterrence and rugged outdoor reliability.
Buyer Decision Tips
Buyer Tip: Choose this model when you are unsure whether a wide fixed lens or a tighter view will suit the site. The 2.8 to 12mm motorised varifocal lens gives installers room to adjust the scene after the camera is mounted.
Buyer Tip: This is not a PTZ camera. The lens can be adjusted for zoom and focus, but the camera does not continuously pan and tilt around a large area. Choose PTZ if live directional control is required.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Resolution |
8MP 4K resolution, 3840 × 2160. |
| Camera Type |
AcuSense strobe light and audible warning bullet network camera. |
| Image Sensor |
1/1.8″ Progressive Scan CMOS. |
| Lens Type |
2.8 to 12mm motorised varifocal lens with auto focus. |
| Field of View |
Horizontal 108.1° to 45.5°, vertical 58.4° to 25.7°, diagonal 127.3° to 52.1°. |
| Aperture |
F1.6. |
| Minimum Illumination |
Colour: 0.003 Lux @ F1.6, AGC ON. |
| Low-Light Technology |
Powered-by-DarkFighter technology for improved low-light performance. |
| Night Vision |
IR range up to 60 m with 850 nm wavelength. |
| Smart Supplement Light |
Supported. |
| Visual Alarm |
Supported. |
| Active Deterrence |
Active strobe light and audio alarm to warn intruders off. |
| Two-Way Audio |
Built-in speaker, built-in microphone, audio input and audio output support talk and listen functionality. |
| AI Detection |
Human and vehicle classification based on deep learning. |
| Smart Events |
Line crossing, intrusion, region entrance and region exiting detection with human and vehicle classification. |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
120 dB WDR for strong backlight and high-contrast scenes. |
| Video Compression |
H.265, H.264, H.265+ and H.264+ supported, with MJPEG on sub-stream. |
| Video Bit Rate |
32 Kbps to 16 Mbps. |
| Audio Interface |
1 line-in audio input, 1 line-out audio output, 1 built-in speaker and 1 built-in microphone. |
| Alarm Interface |
1 alarm input and 1 alarm output. |
| Onboard Storage |
Built-in microSD, microSDHC or microSDXC slot up to 256 GB. |
| Angle Adjustment |
Pan 0° to 355°, tilt 0° to 90°, rotate 0° to 360°. |
| Power-Off Memory |
Supported. |
| Communication Interface |
1 RJ45 10M/100M self-adaptive Ethernet port. |
| Weather and Impact Rating |
Water and dust resistant with IP66 rating and vandal resistant with IK10 rating. |
Ideal Use Cases
Driveways
Use the wider end of the lens range for broad driveway coverage or tighten the view toward a gate, parked vehicles or a vehicle lane.
Warehouse Loading Areas
A strong fit for loading docks, roller doors and vehicle access points where 4K detail, IR range and smart alerts are useful.
Commercial Perimeters
Suitable for external walls, fence lines and side access paths where active deterrence and human or vehicle detection help reduce risk.
Car Parks
Useful for fixed outdoor views where adjustable framing helps balance wide coverage with clearer subject detail.
Building Entrances
Use the tighter lens range around doorways, gates and controlled access points where deterrence and two-way audio may be helpful.
Exposed Outdoor Sites
IP66 and IK10 protection make the camera suitable for outdoor locations where weather exposure or impact risk is a consideration.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need 8MP 4K footage, motorised varifocal lens adjustment, AcuSense filtering, two-way audio and active strobe or audible warning deterrence.
- Choose a fixed-lens camera if: The camera position is simple and you already know that a wide 2.8mm or narrower fixed lens will suit the scene.
- Choose a non-deterrence model if: You want discreet monitoring without strobe light, speaker warning or audible alarm behaviour.
- Choose a PTZ camera if: You need remote pan, tilt and zoom movement across a wide area rather than a fixed direction after setup.
FAQs
- What is the benefit of the DS-2CD26862ZUSL motorised varifocal lens?
The 2.8 to 12mm motorised varifocal lens lets the installer adjust the scene after the camera is mounted. This is useful when the exact view is difficult to predict before installation, such as a driveway, gate, loading dock, car park or perimeter area where the right balance of width and detail matters.
- Does the DS-2CD26862ZUSL support active deterrence?
Yes. The DS-2CD26862ZUSL supports active deterrence through its strobe light, visual alarm, audio alarm, built-in speaker and built-in microphone. This allows the camera to warn intruders off when configured events are triggered, making it useful for exposed outdoor areas where deterrence is required.
- Does this camera have two-way audio?
Yes. This camera provides real-time security through built-in two-way audio. It includes a built-in microphone and speaker, along with audio input and output interfaces. This can be useful for gates, entries, delivery areas and monitored business access points where live talk and listen functionality is needed.
- Is this camera suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. The DS-2CD26862ZUSL is suitable for outdoor use with IP66 water and dust resistance and IK10 vandal resistance. It can be installed around driveways, warehouses, gates, car parks, loading docks and exposed building perimeters when mounted and cabled correctly.
- How far can this camera see at night?
The camera supports IR illumination up to 60 m. Real-world night performance depends on lens zoom position, installation height, camera angle, weather, surface reflectivity and nearby lighting. Powered-by-DarkFighter technology also helps improve usability in low-light scenes before the environment becomes fully dark.
- How does AcuSense help reduce false alarms?
AcuSense human and vehicle classification helps the camera focus on targets that are more likely to matter. This can reduce false alerts from rain, trees, shadows, insects or animals. Security Wholesalers buyers often choose AcuSense cameras when they want event review to be faster and notifications to be more relevant.
- Is this camera the same as a PTZ camera?
No. This is a motorised varifocal bullet camera, not a PTZ. The lens can be adjusted for zoom and focus, but the camera remains aimed in a fixed direction once installed. Choose a PTZ camera if you need remote pan and tilt movement across a large open scene.
- Can the DS-2CD26862ZUSL record to a microSD card?
Yes. The camera has a built-in microSD, microSDHC or microSDXC slot supporting up to 256 GB. This can be useful for edge recording, local backup or smaller system designs. For larger multi-camera installations, an NVR is still commonly used for centralised storage and easier playback.
- Who should choose this camera over a standard bullet camera?
Choose this camera if you need more flexibility and deterrence than a standard bullet model. The adjustable lens helps fine-tune the scene, while AcuSense filtering, 60 m IR, two-way audio, visual warning and audio alarm make it better suited to higher-risk outdoor entrances, perimeters and vehicle areas.
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