Product Overview
Wide-area monitoring across transport hubs, large retail floors, or open commercial forecourts typically demands multiple cameras and significant cabling investment. The DS-2CD6984G1-IHS(U)Y(/NFC) addresses this directly by combining 4 integrated 2.8mm lenses into a single multisensor housing that delivers a seamless 32MP panoramic image at 8160 x 3616 resolution across a 185-degree horizontal and 100-degree vertical field of view. Featuring motorised pan adjustment from 0 to 340 degrees and tilt from 0 to 90 degrees, the camera can be remotely repositioned without physical access to the mount. Built with IP67 weatherproofing, IK10 vandal resistance, and an integrated heater that keeps it operational down to -40 degrees Celsius, it is engineered for long-term outdoor deployment. Onboard microSD storage up to 1TB and H.265+ compression support extended local retention with reduced bandwidth load. It is well suited to any site where maximising coverage from a single installation point is the priority.
Key Capabilities
32MP Multi-Sensor Resolution
Four integrated sensors combine to produce an 8160 x 3616 image, giving operators the detail needed to identify individuals, read signage, or track activity across a wide scene without zooming in on a secondary stream. This level of resolution is rarely achievable from a single conventional camera.
185-Degree Panoramic Field of View
The 185-degree horizontal and 100-degree vertical field of view covers large open areas from a single mounting point, reducing the number of camera positions required on site. This simplifies installation planning, minimises cabling runs, and eliminates the coverage gaps that occur between adjacent fixed cameras.
Motorised Pan and Tilt Adjustment
With a 0 to 340-degree pan range and 0 to 90-degree tilt, the camera’s viewing angle can be fine-tuned remotely after installation. This is practical for sites where coverage requirements change over time, such as retail reconfigurations or event venues, without the need for a technician to physically access the mount.
Extreme-Climate Outdoor Construction
IP67 weatherproofing and IK10 impact resistance are backed by an integrated heater that maintains operation down to -40 degrees Celsius. This combination makes the camera deployable in exposed coastal, alpine, or industrial environments where conventional outdoor cameras may fail under sustained environmental stress.
Low-Light Sensitivity
A minimum illumination of 0.002 Lux in colour mode and 0.0005 Lux in black and white, combined with 20m IR range, means the camera continues to produce usable footage in near-darkness. WDR and 3D DNR support further improve image quality in scenes with mixed or challenging lighting across the wide panoramic frame.
Onboard Storage and Efficient Compression
MicroSD support up to 1TB combined with H.265+ compression allows extended local recording without relying entirely on a central NVR. For sites that require resilient edge storage as a backup or primary recording method, this capacity supports days or weeks of continuous footage depending on resolution settings.
Best For
- Large Open Indoor Spaces: The 185-degree FOV and 32MP resolution make it suited to shopping centre floors, airport concourses, and exhibition halls where a single camera needs to cover a broad scene with enough detail for identification.
- Exposed Outdoor Perimeters: IP67, IK10, and the integrated heater enable deployment on building facades, loading zones, and industrial sites where weather, temperature extremes, and physical impact are ongoing concerns.
- Sites Requiring Remote View Adjustment: Motorised pan and tilt allow coverage to be realigned from the management interface after installation, making this practical for venues, campuses, or commercial sites that reconfigure their layouts periodically.
- Installations Where Cabling Reduction Matters: Replacing three or four conventional cameras with a single multisensor unit cuts cabling runs, conduit requirements, and switch port consumption, which directly reduces installation cost and complexity.
Why Choose the DS-2CD6984G1-IHS(U)Y(/NFC)
The DS-2CD6984G1-IHS(U)Y(/NFC) is a purpose-built wide-area surveillance unit that consolidates what would typically require 3 to 4 separate cameras into a single housing. Its 32MP output at 8160 x 3616 is not achievable from any standard 4K fixed camera, and the motorised pan and tilt functionality sets it apart from fixed panoramic units that lock in their angle at installation. The integrated heater and IK10 rating extend its usable environment to conditions that would eliminate most panoramic alternatives. For projects where minimising installation complexity while maximising scene coverage is the design brief, this camera offers a genuinely distinct capability set. Available at Security Wholesalers, the DS-2CD6984G1-IHS(U)Y(/NFC) is suited to system designers and installers working on commercial, institutional, or industrial projects where coverage density and long-term reliability are both priorities.
Buyer Decision Tips
Coverage vs. Detail Trade-off: The 2.8mm fixed lenses on this camera are optimised for the widest possible panoramic sweep at 185 degrees horizontal. While the 32MP resolution provides substantial detail across the full scene, objects at the outer edges of the panoramic frame will have less pixel density than objects in the centre. For sites where fine identification detail is needed at range rather than across a wide sweep, a narrower-lens or higher-zoom camera positioned specifically at that chokepoint may work better alongside this unit rather than instead of it.
Mounting Considerations for Motorised Pan and Tilt: The motorised adjustment range of 0 to 340 degrees pan and 0 to 90 degrees tilt provides significant post-installation flexibility, but the physical housing dimensions of 214.6mm x 213mm mean the camera is a substantial unit. Confirm that the mounting surface, junction box, and any conduit positions account for the full rotation envelope before installation to avoid obstruction of the pan range after the camera is commissioned.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
DS-2CD6984G1-IHS(U)Y(/NFC) |
| Resolution |
32MP (8160 x 3616) |
| Lens Type |
Fixed 2.8mm (4 integrated lenses) |
| Horizontal FOV |
185 degrees |
| Vertical FOV |
100 degrees |
| IR Range |
20m |
| Minimum Illumination (Colour) |
0.002 Lux |
| Minimum Illumination (B/W) |
0.0005 Lux |
| Pan Range |
0 to 340 degrees (motorised) |
| Tilt Range |
0 to 90 degrees (motorised) |
| Video Compression |
H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264 |
| Onboard Storage |
microSD up to 1TB |
| Weatherproofing |
IP67 |
| Vandal Resistance |
IK10 |
| Operating Temperature |
-40 degrees Celsius to 60 degrees Celsius (with integrated heater) |
| Dimensions |
214.6mm x 213mm |
| Image Enhancement |
WDR, 3D DNR, BLC, Defog |
Ideal Use Cases
Transport Terminals
Train stations, ferry terminals, and bus interchanges require broad, continuous coverage across passenger areas. The 185-degree FOV and 32MP resolution capture platform activity, waiting areas, and entry points in a single image without the blind spots common to adjacent fixed camera layouts.
Retail Floors and Shopping Centres
Open-plan retail environments benefit from fewer camera positions and reduced cabling. The multisensor design consolidates coverage of large floor areas into a single ceiling mount, while the 32MP output retains enough detail for incident review and loss prevention analysis across the full scene.
Industrial Yards and Loading Areas
Outdoor industrial sites with wide apron areas, vehicle marshalling zones, or multiple entry lanes benefit from the camera’s IP67/IK10 construction, -40 degree minimum operating temperature, and broad panoramic sweep from a single elevated position on a building wall or gantry.
Educational Campuses
Courtyards, covered walkways, and open recreation areas across school and university campuses can be monitored efficiently with a smaller number of camera positions. The motorised pan and tilt allow coverage to be adjusted remotely as campus layouts or usage patterns change between terms or events.
Open-Air Car Parks
Surface-level car parks and multi-deck entry levels require wide coverage with enough resolution to capture vehicle activity across multiple bays. The 32MP panoramic output and 20m IR range provide useful imagery after dark, while IP67 weatherproofing handles ongoing exposure to rain and temperature variation.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: Your site requires wide-area panoramic coverage from a single mounting point, you need to reduce camera count and cabling complexity, and you want the flexibility to remotely reposition the viewing angle after installation via motorised pan and tilt.
- Choose a different model if: Your priority is long-range identification of individuals or vehicles at a specific chokepoint rather than broad sweep coverage, in which case a fixed or motorised varifocal camera with a longer focal length and full resolution directed at that point will produce better results at distance.
- Choose a different model if: Your installation environment is strictly indoor with no exposure to weather or temperature extremes, as the heater, IP67, and IK10 features built into this unit represent a cost premium that may not be needed for sheltered indoor deployments.
FAQs
- How does the DS-2CD6984G1-IHS(U)Y(/NFC) achieve a 32MP image from 2.8mm fixed lenses?
The camera uses 4 individual sensor modules, each fitted with a 2.8mm fixed lens, whose outputs are combined into a single stitched panoramic image at 8160 x 3616 resolution. This multisensor architecture delivers a much higher combined resolution than any single sensor can produce, while the 2.8mm focal length on each module contributes the wide angle needed to build the full 185-degree horizontal field of view.
- What does the motorised pan and tilt actually allow me to do after installation?
The 0 to 340-degree pan and 0 to 90-degree tilt can be adjusted remotely through a compatible VMS or Hikvision management interface without physically accessing the camera. This means if a covered area changes use, a new obstruction appears, or you need to shift focus to a different section of the monitored scene, the adjustment can be made from a desk rather than requiring a technician to return to the site with a ladder.
- Can this camera operate in very cold outdoor environments?
Yes. An integrated heater allows the DS-2CD6984G1-IHS(U)Y(/NFC) to operate in temperatures as low as -40 degrees Celsius. This is confirmed in the specification data and makes the camera suitable for alpine environments, cold-store facilities, and southern Australian sites where overnight winter temperatures can be extreme.
- Is the IK10 rating sufficient for a publicly accessible outdoor location?
IK10 is the highest rating in the IEC 62262 impact resistance standard, corresponding to protection against 20 joules of impact energy. This is appropriate for mounting positions where the camera may be subject to deliberate physical interference, such as transport hubs, public concourses, or perimeter walls at industrial sites. It does not make the camera indestructible, but it provides a meaningful level of protection beyond standard weatherproof housings.
- How much storage does 1TB of onboard microSD actually provide for this camera?
Storage duration depends on resolution, frame rate, compression setting, and scene activity. At 32MP with H.265+ compression and a moderate motion level, expect significantly shorter retention than a lower-resolution camera at the same card capacity. For most wide-area installations this camera is used alongside an NVR, with the onboard microSD serving as resilient edge storage in case of network interruption rather than as the primary long-term recording medium.
- Does the NFC variant differ functionally from the standard model?
The /NFC suffix indicates the camera includes NFC capability, which enables near-field configuration or device identification functions during commissioning. For most standard surveillance deployments the core imaging, storage, and environmental specifications remain the same between variants. Check with your system integrator whether NFC functionality is relevant to your specific commissioning workflow before selecting the variant.
- Where can I get technical support or purchasing advice for this camera in Australia?
The DS-2CD6984G1-IHS(U)Y(/NFC) is part of the Security Wholesalers range, and the team can assist with compatibility questions, system design advice, and availability for both single-unit and volume purchases. The product datasheet is also linked in the Additional Information section below for full specification reference.
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