Product SKU: DS-2CD2386G2-IU-C
Product Overview
The DS-2CD2386G2-IU-C is an 8MP 4K Hikvision AcuSense fixed turret network camera designed for outdoor areas where sharp image detail, reliable night vision and smarter event filtering are required without strobe light, audible warning or microphone features. It suits homes, driveways, shopfronts, office exteriors, warehouses and building perimeters where a clean fixed-camera installation is preferred over a visible deterrence model. With powered-by-DarkFighter low-light performance, up to 30m IR range, 120dB true WDR and H.265+ compression, this camera is well suited to general outdoor security where clear evidence and reduced false alarms matter. Human and vehicle target classification helps focus alerts on more relevant events, making it a practical choice for buyers who want 4K AcuSense detection in a discreet turret form factor.
Key Capabilities
8MP 4K Image Detail
The camera captures high-resolution 4K footage, making it useful for driveways, entrances and perimeter areas where fine detail matters. It is better suited to evidence-focused monitoring than lower-resolution fixed cameras.
Powered-by-DarkFighter Performance
DarkFighter technology helps the camera maintain usable image quality in low-light conditions. This is helpful for outdoor areas where lighting changes throughout the evening or where permanent bright lighting is not available.
AcuSense Human and Vehicle Filtering
Deep learning target classification helps the camera distinguish people and vehicles from irrelevant movement. This can reduce nuisance alerts caused by trees, shadows, insects or small animals in busy outdoor scenes.
30m Infrared Night Vision
The built-in IR illuminator provides night coverage up to 30m, allowing the camera to monitor darker areas without relying on white light. This suits buyers who want more discreet night recording.
Clearer Results in Difficult Light
120dB true WDR helps balance scenes with strong backlight, such as entries, roller doors and exterior walls. This is useful where bright and shaded areas appear in the same camera view.
Outdoor Turret Design
The IP67-rated housing makes this model suitable for exposed outdoor installation. Its fixed turret design is practical for permanent coverage of selected areas rather than remote pan, tilt or zoom control.
Best For
- Driveways: Suitable for fixed coverage where 4K detail, vehicle filtering and discreet IR night vision are useful.
- Shopfronts: A good choice for monitoring entrances and external windows without using strobe or audible warning features.
- Warehouses: Useful around loading areas, roller doors and exterior access points where human and vehicle detection can reduce false alerts.
- Office Exteriors: Suitable for entry paths, side access points and car park edges where clean fixed coverage is preferred.
- Outdoor Perimeters: Works well for building edges, fence approaches and general outdoor monitoring where IP67 protection is important.
Why Choose the DS-2CD2386G2-IU-C
The DS-2CD2386G2-IU-C is a sensible choice when you want 8MP AcuSense performance without active deterrence, audible warning or microphone features. For many installations, a quieter and more discreet camera is preferable to a model that uses visible warning lights or sound. This model focuses on sharp 4K recording, low-light performance, IR night vision and false alarm reduction, making it suitable for professional-looking outdoor coverage. As part of the Security Wholesalers range, it suits buyers who want a clean Hikvision turret camera for general surveillance rather than an attention-drawing deterrence camera.
Buyer Decision Tips
Buyer Tip: Choose this model when you want smart AcuSense detection and 4K image quality, but do not need a microphone, speaker, strobe light or audible warning. It is better for discreet monitoring than active deterrence installations.
Buyer Tip: This is a fixed turret camera, so it should be aimed carefully during installation. If you need remote pan, tilt or zoom control across a large open area, a PTZ camera may be a better fit.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Resolution |
8MP 4K imaging for high-detail security footage. |
| Camera Type |
AcuSense fixed turret network camera without microphone, strobe light or audible warning. |
| Image Sensor |
1/1.8″ progressive scan CMOS. |
| Minimum Illumination |
Colour: 0.003 Lux at F1.6, AGC on. |
| Low-Light Technology |
Powered-by-DarkFighter for improved image performance in low-light scenes. |
| Night Vision |
Infrared range up to 30m. |
| IR Wavelength |
850nm. |
| AI Detection |
Human and vehicle target classification based on deep learning. |
| Audio |
No built-in microphone listed for this model. |
| Active Deterrence |
No strobe light or audible warning listed for this model. |
| WDR |
120dB true WDR for scenes with strong backlight. |
| Compression |
Efficient H.265+ compression to reduce storage and bandwidth usage. |
| Day/Night |
ICR cut day and night switching. |
| Shutter Speed |
1/3s to 1/100,000s. |
| Slow Shutter |
Supported. |
| Angle Adjustment |
Pan 0° to 360°, tilt 0° to 75°, rotate 0° to 360°. |
| Weather Rating |
IP67 water and dust resistant housing. |
| Installation Suitability |
Suitable for outdoor use. |
Ideal Use Cases
Driveways
Use for fixed 4K coverage of vehicles, entrances and driveway movement where discreet IR night vision is preferred.
Front Entrances
Install near front access areas where person detection and clear daytime or night-time evidence are useful.
Shopfronts
A practical option for external retail monitoring where smart alerts are wanted without speaker or strobe deterrence.
Warehouse Doors
Use around roller doors, side entries and loading zones where vehicle and human filtering can make event review more useful.
Side Access Paths
The turret form factor suits fixed monitoring of walkways, gates and narrow approaches around homes or businesses.
Building Perimeters
Use for outdoor perimeter monitoring where IP67 protection and 30m IR coverage are important.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You want 8MP 4K AcuSense detection, DarkFighter low-light performance and discreet IR night recording without audio or active deterrence features.
- Choose an active deterrence model if: You need a built-in strobe light, audible warning, speaker or two-way audio for proactive on-site response.
- Choose a PTZ camera if: You need remote pan, tilt and zoom control rather than a fixed view of one selected area.
- Check your recorder setup if: You want AcuSense event filtering and 4K recording to work smoothly across your NVR and storage configuration.
FAQs
- Is the DS-2CD2386G2-IU-C suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. The DS-2CD2386G2-IU-C is suitable for outdoor use and has an IP67 water and dust resistant housing. It is a good fit for driveways, shopfronts, external entry points, side access paths and building perimeters where fixed 4K monitoring is needed. Correct mounting and cable protection are still important for long-term outdoor reliability.
- Does this camera include a microphone?
No. The supplied product information identifies this model as a version without a microphone. That makes it better suited to buyers who want video-focused surveillance without audio recording. If audio capture, a speaker or two-way communication is required, choose a different model that clearly includes those features.
- Does the DS-2CD2386G2-IU-C have strobe light or audible warning?
No. This version is listed as without strobe light and without audible warning. It focuses on 8MP image quality, AcuSense target classification, low-light performance and IR night vision rather than active deterrence. Choose an active deterrence model if you want the camera to issue visible or audible warnings on site.
- How does AcuSense help reduce false alarms?
AcuSense uses human and vehicle target classification to help separate relevant movement from common false triggers such as trees, animals, shadows or rain. This can make alerts more useful in outdoor areas where basic motion detection may trigger too often. For best results, detection rules should be configured carefully through a compatible recorder or camera interface.
- What is DarkFighter useful for on this camera?
DarkFighter helps improve low-light image quality before the camera needs to rely heavily on infrared illumination. This is useful for sites such as driveways, warehouse entries and building perimeters where light levels vary at night. It helps the camera maintain more usable footage in dim conditions compared with a basic low-light camera.
- How far can the camera see at night?
The DS-2CD2386G2-IU-C has an infrared range of up to 30m. This makes it suitable for many residential and small commercial outdoor areas, including driveways, side paths, shopfronts and entry zones. Actual night performance can vary depending on mounting height, reflective surfaces, scene layout and available ambient lighting.
- Is this model better than an active deterrence camera?
It depends on the installation. This model is better when you want a cleaner, quieter camera without strobe light, audible warning or microphone features. An active deterrence model is better when you want visible and audible warnings. Security Wholesalers buyers often choose between these options based on whether the camera should be discreet or intentionally noticeable.
- Does this camera handle bright and dark areas in the same scene?
Yes. The DS-2CD2386G2-IU-C includes 120dB true WDR, which helps balance difficult lighting where bright and shaded areas appear together. This is useful near building entrances, roller doors, driveways and shopfronts where sunlight, headlights or strong backlight can otherwise make parts of the image harder to review.
- Is this a good choice for a fixed camera system?
Yes. This camera is a strong option for fixed coverage where the scene does not need remote pan, tilt or zoom control. It is best positioned to monitor a specific driveway, entrance, path or perimeter area. If you need to follow movement across a large open area, a PTZ camera may be more suitable.
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