Product Overview
Built for eave, soffit, and wall mounting where a white camera would stand out, the DS-2CD2386G2-IU in black delivers 8MP 4K resolution with a low-profile turret form factor suited to residential and commercial installations that require a discreet finish. Featuring Hikvision AcuSense deep-learning classification, this model filters motion events down to confirmed human and vehicle detections, reducing unnecessary alerts across busy outdoor areas such as driveways, shopfronts, and building entrances. Equipped with DarkFighter technology and a minimum illumination of 0.003 Lux, it maintains usable colour detail in poorly lit conditions before switching to 30m IR. It also includes a built-in microphone for audio capture alongside recorded footage, making it suited to installations that need event context without siren or strobe output. With IP67 weather resistance and 120 dB true WDR, the DS-2CD2386G2-IU handles direct sunlight, backlit scenes, and exposed outdoor positions.
Key Capabilities
8MP 4K Imaging
The 1/1.8″ progressive scan CMOS sensor captures 8MP footage across wide outdoor areas. At 4K resolution, number plates, faces, and fine detail remain legible when footage is reviewed after an incident, which is especially useful at entrances and loading areas.
AcuSense Human and Vehicle Classification
Deep-learning algorithms classify moving objects as human or vehicle targets before triggering an alert. This keeps notification logs focused on genuine access events rather than animals, foliage, or passing headlights, which is particularly useful on residential driveways or shopfront footpaths.
DarkFighter Low-Light Performance
A minimum illumination of 0.003 Lux at F1.6 with AGC on means the camera holds colour detail in near-dark conditions before the IR illuminator engages. This extends useful colour recording into night hours without requiring supplementary lighting.
120 dB True WDR
120 dB wide dynamic range balances bright and shadowed areas in the same frame. Entrances with glass doors, car parks with direct sunlight on one side, and shopfronts facing east or west all benefit from WDR preventing blown-out or blocked-out image zones.
Built-In Microphone
The integrated microphone records ambient audio alongside video without requiring an external audio input device. This adds contextual detail to recorded events such as verbal confrontations or breaking glass, and suits installations where a siren or strobe is not appropriate.
Black Turret Housing with IP67
The matte black finish integrates neatly on dark soffits, timber fascias, or commercial facades where a white camera would be visually prominent. IP67 dust and water resistance ensures the housing withstands rain and humidity in fully exposed outdoor positions.
Best For
- Driveways and Residential Entrances: The combination of 8MP resolution, AcuSense classification, and 30m IR covers long approach paths and pedestrian entries with enough detail to identify visitors or vehicles at night.
- Shopfronts and Commercial Facades: The black turret profile mounts flush against dark cladding or painted soffits, and the 120 dB WDR handles strong midday backlight common on street-facing positions.
- Installations Requiring Audio Without Active Deterrence: Where a siren or strobe would be unsuitable, such as shared residential complexes or managed office buildings, the built-in microphone captures audio context without triggering audible alarms.
- Warehouses and Perimeter Walls: IP67 protection and DarkFighter low-light performance suit semi-exposed industrial positions where the camera faces outdoor conditions but a discreet profile is preferred over a visible bullet form.
Why Choose the DS-2CD2386G2-IU
The DS-2CD2386G2-IU separates itself from standard 8MP turret cameras through the combination of its black finish, DarkFighter sensor, and AcuSense classification working together in a single fixed-lens housing. A basic 8MP camera at a lower price point will record footage, but it will not classify detections by target type, and it will not hold colour detail down to 0.003 Lux before switching to IR. The black housing specifically addresses installations where white cameras create an aesthetic problem on dark-coloured buildings or architecturally considered facades. The built-in microphone adds a layer of recorded context that a camera without audio capture cannot provide. Available at Security Wholesalers, this model is the correct choice when a clean finish, smart detection, and audio recording are all required without the siren or strobe output of the ISU/SL variant.
Buyer Decision Tips
Mic vs. Strobe Variant: This model includes a built-in microphone but does not feature a siren or strobe light. If your installation requires active deterrence with an audible warning or flashing light triggered by AcuSense detection, the DS-2CD2386G2-ISU/SL is the correct variant. If your site requires audio recording only and active deterrence would create a nuisance in shared or residential spaces, the DS-2CD2386G2-IU is the appropriate choice. Both share the same 8MP sensor, AcuSense classification, and turret housing.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
DS-2CD2386G2-IU |
| Resolution |
8MP (4K) |
| Image Sensor |
1/1.8″ Progressive Scan CMOS |
| Min. Illumination |
Colour: 0.003 Lux @ F1.6, AGC ON |
| Shutter Speed |
1/3s to 1/100,000s |
| Slow Shutter |
Yes |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
120 dB True WDR |
| Day/Night |
ICR Cut filter |
| IR Range |
Up to 30m |
| IR Wavelength |
850nm |
| Compression |
H.265+ |
| Smart Detection |
AcuSense human and vehicle target classification |
| Audio |
Built-in microphone |
| Strobe/Siren |
None (mic-only variant) |
| Angle Adjustment |
Pan: 0-360°, Tilt: 0-75°, Rotate: 0-360° |
| Weather Protection |
IP67 |
| Housing Colour |
Black |
| Housing Type |
Fixed Turret |
Ideal Use Cases
Residential Driveways
AcuSense classification separates vehicle arrivals and pedestrian detections from wildlife or branch movement. The 30m IR range covers long driveways and the black turret blends against timber or dark-coloured eaves.
Retail Shopfronts
The 120 dB WDR handles strong backlight on street-facing positions, while the built-in microphone captures audio context for incidents near entry points. The black finish suits contemporary commercial facades.
Apartment Building Common Areas
Where active deterrence alarms would disturb residents, the mic-only variant captures audio without triggering a siren. The low-profile turret housing mounts neatly on soffits at car park entries and foyer approaches.
Warehouse Perimeters
IP67 protection handles outdoor exposure on industrial buildings, while DarkFighter low-light performance covers poorly lit loading areas before the IR illuminator fully activates. AcuSense filters vehicle and foot traffic from environmental movement.
Office Building Entrances
The 8MP sensor resolves facial and clothing detail at standard entry door distances. The black turret finish integrates with dark-framed glazing and modern cladding without the visual prominence of a white bullet camera.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: Your installation requires a black-finish turret camera with 8MP AcuSense detection, audio recording via built-in microphone, and no siren or strobe output. It suits sites where active deterrence alerts would be inappropriate or disruptive.
- Choose a different model if: You need active deterrence with a flashing strobe or audible warning on AcuSense detection events. A siren/strobe variant of this same camera family would be the correct selection. If your site requires optical zoom or a wider adjustable field of view, a motorised varifocal turret would provide more framing flexibility than this fixed-lens model.
FAQs
- What is the difference between this model and the DS-2CD2386G2-ISU/SL?
The DS-2CD2386G2-IU includes a built-in microphone but has no siren or strobe light. The ISU/SL variant adds an audible warning and visible strobe that activate on AcuSense-triggered events. Both models share the same 8MP sensor, AcuSense classification, DarkFighter performance, and IP67 housing. Choose the IU version when audio recording is needed but active deterrence output is not appropriate for the site.
- Does the built-in microphone support two-way audio?
No. This model includes a built-in microphone for audio capture and recording only. There is no built-in speaker, so two-way voice communication is not supported. Audio from the microphone is recorded alongside video footage, which adds context to reviewed events but does not allow live verbal interaction from a monitoring station.
- How does AcuSense reduce false detection alerts on this camera?
AcuSense uses deep-learning algorithms to analyse objects within the detection zone and classify them as human or vehicle targets before generating an alert. Motion caused by animals, moving foliage, rain, or passing headlights does not meet the classification threshold, so those events are filtered from push notifications and event logs while still being recorded to the NVR.
- Is this camera suitable for fully exposed outdoor positions?
Yes. The DS-2CD2386G2-IU carries an IP67 rating, meaning it is protected against dust ingress and temporary water immersion. It is suitable for eave mounting, wall mounting on building exteriors, and other exposed outdoor positions subject to rain and humidity across Australian conditions.
- What NVR is compatible with this camera?
The DS-2CD2386G2-IU connects to any ONVIF-compatible IP NVR. For full AcuSense functionality including smart event filtering and human/vehicle search, a Hikvision NVR that supports AcuSense integration is recommended. Security Wholesalers stocks compatible Hikvision NVRs that support this camera’s full feature set, including smart detection event playback.
- What mounting options are available for eave or wall installation?
The turret housing supports pan adjustment from 0 to 360 degrees, tilt from 0 to 75 degrees, and rotation from 0 to 360 degrees, giving significant flexibility during installation. A junction box, wall mount bracket, or pendant mount bracket can be added to suit different surface types. Compatible Hikvision mounting accessories are listed on this product page.
Product Video Samples
Additional Information
Sample 8MP Hikvision Videos
