Product Overview
For installations where smart event filtering and detailed outdoor coverage matter more than visible deterrence, the DS-2CD2386G2-IU is a strong fixed turret option. Built around an 8MP 4K sensor with Powered-by-DarkFighter low-light performance and 120 dB true WDR, this turret-style camera handles the kinds of high-contrast outdoor scenes found at building entries, driveways, and shopfronts. Featuring AcuSense deep learning classification, it filters motion events by human and vehicle targets, reducing irrelevant alerts caused by wind-blown foliage, passing shadows, and background movement. A built-in microphone captures audio at the camera location where recording is permitted and configured. The IP67-rated housing suits eave, soffit, and external wall mounting, and the full 360-degree pan and up to 75-degree tilt adjustment means it can be aimed precisely during installation. This model does not include a strobe light or audible warning, making it the right choice where recording quality and smart detection are the priority.
Key Capabilities
8MP 4K Fixed Coverage
The 8MP sensor captures a high level of scene detail from a fixed mounting position, making it useful for entrances, driveways, and access paths where identifying people or vehicles from recorded footage matters.
AcuSense Human and Vehicle Classification
Deep learning-based target classification filters alerts by human and vehicle categories. This reduces the volume of motion events generated by wind, rain, animals, and other background movement that standard motion detection cannot distinguish.
DarkFighter Low-Light Performance
Powered-by-DarkFighter technology improves image quality in low ambient light, supported by built-in IR illumination up to 30 metres. The 1/1.8-inch sensor and F1.6 aperture contribute to a minimum illumination of 0.003 Lux in colour mode.
Built-In Microphone
An integrated microphone captures audio at the camera location, adding context to recorded events near entry points, service counters, and outdoor access areas where sound can help clarify what occurred.
Adjustable Turret Mount
Full 360-degree pan, 0 to 75-degree tilt, and 360-degree rotation adjustment allows the camera to be aimed precisely after mounting on an eave, soffit, or external wall without needing to reposition the mount bracket.
Best For
- Driveways and Entry Points: Fixed 4K coverage and vehicle classification make this camera well suited to monitoring vehicles arriving at residential and small commercial properties.
- Shopfronts and Business Entrances: The compact turret profile, built-in microphone, and AcuSense filtering suit customer-facing outdoor areas where a clean camera appearance and event-relevant alerts are useful.
- Outdoor Building Perimeters: IP67 weather resistance and 30m IR night recording make this model a practical choice for eave and soffit mounting along external walls, side access paths, and rear access areas.
- Warehouses and Commercial Yards: Useful for fixed-view monitoring of roller doors, dispatch zones, and storage areas where human and vehicle event filtering is more useful than general motion alerts.
Why Choose the DS-2CD2386G2-IU
The DS-2CD2386G2-IU stands apart from lower-resolution or entry-level outdoor cameras through the combination of 4K imaging, DarkFighter low-light technology, 120 dB true WDR, and AcuSense classification working together in a single IP67-rated turret body. A basic outdoor camera with standard motion detection will generate alerts for wind, shadows, and passing animals. The AcuSense engine on this model specifically targets humans and vehicles, which changes how an installation handles event review and alarm response. The built-in microphone adds an audio layer that simpler cameras lack, and H.265+ compression keeps storage demands manageable across the recording system. Available through Security Wholesalers, this camera suits buyers who want a clean, fixed outdoor turret with smarter detection without adding strobe lights or audible siren behaviour to the installation.
Buyer Decision Tips
Buyer Tip: This variant does not include a strobe light or audible warning. If your installation requires visible warning lights or a built-in siren to deter intruders, you will need to select the active deterrence version of this camera instead. Check the product listing for the siren and strobe model before ordering.
Buyer Tip: AcuSense classification works best when the camera is positioned to see the area clearly without dense background clutter such as heavy foliage, highly reflective surfaces, or objects passing very close to the lens. Confirm camera placement and mounting height before finalising the installation, and enable AcuSense event filtering through the recorder or camera interface rather than leaving the camera on general motion detection.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Resolution |
8MP 4K fixed-view imaging. |
| Camera Type |
Fixed turret network camera. |
| Image Sensor |
1/1.8-inch Progressive Scan CMOS. |
| AcuSense Detection |
Human and vehicle target classification using deep learning. |
| Low-Light Technology |
Powered-by-DarkFighter for improved performance in challenging low-light conditions. |
| Minimum Illumination |
Colour: 0.003 Lux @ F1.6, AGC ON. |
| IR Range |
Up to 30 m IR illumination. |
| IR Wavelength |
850 nm. |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
120 dB true WDR for clearer imaging in high-contrast scenes. |
| Day and Night |
ICR cut filter for automatic day and night switching. |
| Shutter Speed |
1/3 s to 1/100,000 s. |
| Slow Shutter |
Yes. |
| Audio |
Built-in microphone for audio capture where permitted and configured. |
| Active Deterrence |
No strobe light or audible warning on this model. |
| Compression |
H.265+ for efficient storage and bandwidth use. |
| Angle Adjustment |
Pan: 0 to 360 degrees, tilt: 0 to 75 degrees, rotate: 0 to 360 degrees. |
| Weather Rating |
IP67 water and dust resistance. |
Ideal Use Cases
Residential Driveways
Mount under an eave or on an external wall to capture 4K vehicle and pedestrian movement at the driveway entry. AcuSense vehicle classification keeps alerts relevant and avoids constant notifications from passing traffic or environmental motion.
Shopfront Entrances
The compact turret profile suits customer-facing building exteriors where a discreet camera is preferred. Built-in audio capture adds useful context for reviewing incidents near entry doors and outdoor service areas.
Side Access Paths
The adjustable turret head and IP67 housing make this camera practical for narrow side passages and boundary access areas where a compact wall-mounted camera needs to cover a specific corridor or gate.
Warehouse Loading Areas
Fixed coverage over roller doors and dispatch zones benefits from human and vehicle filtering, which reduces false alarm noise in busy working environments where forklifts, equipment, and workers generate constant movement.
Outdoor Building Perimeters
IP67 weather resistance makes this camera suitable for exposed external walls, rear access areas, and perimeter fence lines where a fixed turret can provide reliable night and day coverage without active deterrence functions.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need an outdoor 8MP turret camera with AcuSense human and vehicle filtering, DarkFighter low-light performance, built-in microphone, and 30m IR, and your site does not require a strobe light or audible warning.
- Choose a different model if: Your installation requires visible active deterrence such as a strobe light, built-in siren, or speaker function. In that case, select the active deterrence version of this camera specifically designed for those features. If you need a longer IR range or motorised varifocal lens for a larger coverage area, consider a camera type with those specifications confirmed.
FAQs
- Does the DS-2CD2386G2-IU include a strobe light or built-in siren?
No. This specific variant does not include a strobe light or audible warning. It is listed as the microphone-only model without active deterrence functions. If you need a camera that can flash a light or sound an alarm when motion is detected, you need to select the active deterrence version of this camera, which is a separate product.
- What does AcuSense actually do in a real installation?
AcuSense uses deep learning to classify detected objects as either humans or vehicles. In a typical outdoor scene, a camera without this technology will trigger motion alerts for wind-blown trees, birds, passing car headlight reflections, and insects near the lens at night. With AcuSense configured on the DS-2CD2386G2-IU, the system can filter those events and only alert on human or vehicle activity, reducing the time spent reviewing irrelevant footage.
- Is this camera suitable for eave and soffit mounting?
Yes. The turret form factor is commonly used for eave and soffit installation. The adjustable head allows pan from 0 to 360 degrees and tilt from 0 to 75 degrees, which means the camera direction can be set after the mount is fixed in place. This is useful under eaves where the mount angle is often not perfectly aligned with the intended viewing area.
- Does this camera record audio?
The DS-2CD2386G2-IU has a built-in microphone that can capture audio at the camera location. Audio recording must be enabled in the recorder or camera configuration, and it must comply with local privacy laws applicable to your installation. This camera has a microphone only and does not include a built-in speaker, so it does not support two-way communication.
- How does the 120 dB WDR help in outdoor locations?
Wide dynamic range is useful in scenes where there is a strong contrast between bright and dark areas within the same frame, such as a doorway with direct sunlight outside and a shaded interior, or a driveway camera facing toward bright headlights at night. The 120 dB WDR on this camera helps retain detail in both the bright and dark parts of the image rather than losing one to overexposure or underexposure.
- What is the IR range and will it cover my driveway at night?
The built-in IR illumination covers up to 30 metres at 850 nm. Whether this covers a specific driveway depends on the mounting height, the camera angle, surface reflectivity, and the size of the subject being identified. For a typical residential driveway or short approach path, 30 metres of IR range is generally adequate. For longer distances or wide-area scenes, confirm coverage requirements before installation.
- Is the DS-2CD2386G2-IU compatible with Hikvision recording equipment, and where can I buy it?
This camera is a standard IP network camera designed for use with compatible Hikvision NVRs and recording systems that support AcuSense functionality. Confirm that your recorder supports AcuSense event filtering and audio input before finalising the system design. The DS-2CD2386G2-IU is available through Security Wholesalers, where you can also find compatible recording equipment and mounting accessories.
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