Hikvision DS-2CD2187G3-LIS2UY 8MP ColorVu 3.0 Gen 3 Hybrid Dome Camera
8MP Fixed Dome | ColorVu 3.0 | Built-in Microphone | White Light Only (No IR) | IP67 & IK10 Rated | 40m Night Vision
Model Number DS-2CD2187G3-LIS2UY
Product Overview
Experience full-colour clarity around the clock with the DS-2CD2187G3-LIS2UY, an 8MP fixed dome IP camera powered by ColorVu 3.0 technology. Designed for premium low-light performance without infrared, this camera uses a white light supplement to maintain vivid colour detail even in total darkness. The discreet dome form factor makes it ideal for indoor and outdoor use in retail, commercial, or residential environments. Built with a vandal-resistant IK10 housing and IP67 weather protection, it’s engineered for durability in harsh conditions. With a built-in microphone for audio monitoring and high-resolution video capture, this is the go-to solution for applications that demand full-time colour and detail without compromise.
Key Features
8MP Resolution: Provides ultra-clear high-definition video quality, ensuring every scene is captured in fine detail for accurate surveillance playback and monitoring.
ColorVu 3.0 Full-Time Colour: Offers vibrant full-colour imaging 24/7 using enhanced low-light technology and supplemental white light illumination, with no need for infrared.
White LED Supplement Light: Integrated soft white light maintains visibility in darkness without overwhelming the scene, perfect for areas where IR light is not suitable.
Built-in Microphone: Captures environmental audio for improved context and evidence, making it ideal for sensitive or critical zones where hearing is as valuable as seeing.
IP67 & IK10 Rated: Rugged metal dome construction resists impact and weather, with full protection against water, dust, and vandalism for reliable outdoor use.
The DS-2CD2187G3-LI-S2U/Y is an advanced 8MP dome camera in Hikvision’s ColorVu 3.0 series. Designed for full-colour imaging 24/7, it features an F1.0 super aperture, next-gen sensor, and smart white LED supplement lighting. This vandal-resistant model is ideal for commercial, retail, and residential settings that require tamper-resistant and discreet surveillance, while still capturing vibrant, high-resolution footage around the clock.
AcuSearch
Image-based video searching with just one clickAlgorithm Upgrades
Dual upgrades of perimeter protection & Motion Detection 3.0, effectively reducing false alarms
HikAI-ISP
AI noise reduction for clearer motion images and static detailsAI 3D LUT
3D color correction shows the true colors of night scenesAI WDR
Enhanced wide dynamic range auto-on and off for sharper images. No overexposure, no detail loss
ColorVu 3.0 Technology: Delivers full-color images even in ultra-low light conditions, ensuring critical details are captured 24/7.
F1.0 Super Aperture Lens: Captures more light for brighter images with rich detail and accurate color reproduction.
HikAI-ISP: AI-powered image processing ensures clarity and detail, reducing noise and enhancing image quality.
Smart Hybrid Light: Automatically adjusts lighting modes (IR, white light, or smart mode) based on the environment.
Audio 2.0: Enhanced audio quality with dual-mic design for clear communication and effective deterrence.
Why Choose ColorVu 3.0?
Traditional cameras struggle in low-light scenarios, often missing critical details. ColorVu 3.0 technology ensures that every moment is captured in vivid color, providing essential information for accurate identification and analysis, even in complete darkness.
Advanced Technologies
3D LUT Color Correction: Enhances low-light image brightness and restores true colors.
AI WDR: Automatically adjusts wide dynamic range settings for optimal image exposure.
Eco-Friendly Design: Features advanced anti-corrosion materials and sustainable packaging.
Key Capabilities
ColorVu 3.0 Technology
This next-generation low-light technology uses an F1.0 super aperture lens and an advanced image sensor to ensure full-colour footage even in 0 lux conditions, improving detail and identification accuracy.
Smart Supplement Lighting
White LEDs intelligently activate in complete darkness, illuminating subjects naturally and preventing overexposure, without the harsh glare of traditional IR lighting.
Integrated Audio
A built-in microphone allows the camera to record high-quality audio alongside video, enabling live monitoring and playback with context-rich evidence.
Vandal-Resistant Design
Encased in a compact, IK10-rated dome, this model withstands tampering and physical impact, making it ideal for areas with high foot traffic or risk of vandalism.
Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)
Equipped with 130dB WDR, it ensures balanced images in challenging lighting, such as building entrances or lobbies with strong backlight exposure.
Key Features
8MP (3840 × 2160) resolution for sharp, detailed video
All Hikvision IP cameras and recording devices (NVRs/DVRs) are covered by a
3-year back-to-base manufacturer warranty.
Note: Disk drives are limited to a 3-year warranty.
Our warranty is limited to the replacement of faulty items or parts
and does not include damage caused by incorrect fitting of parts or accessories.
(a) Australian Consumer Law (ACL)
Certain legislation, including the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) in the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), and similar consumer protection
laws and regulations may confer you with rights, warranties, guarantees, and remedies
relating to the provision of goods or services to you by us via the Site which cannot
be excluded, restricted, or modified. Our liability is governed solely by the ACL and
these Terms.
(b) Goods
If you are a consumer as defined in the ACL, the following notice applies to you:
“Our goods come with warranties and guarantees that cannot be excluded under the
Australian Consumer Law (Consumer Guarantees). You are entitled to a replacement or
a refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable
loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the
goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major
failure.”
(c) Our Warranties
To the extent permitted by law, we exclude all express and implied warranties,
and all material and work is provided to you without warranties of any kind,
either express or implied. We expressly disclaim all warranties including but
not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose.
(d) Manufacturer Warranties
Certain products, including particular models of IP security cameras and DVR/NVR
equipment, may come with a manufacturer’s warranty. The manufacturer’s warranty is
in addition to but may overlap with any rights and remedies you may have under
applicable law, including any Consumer Guarantees. If you are not considered a
“consumer” within the meaning of the ACL, the manufacturer’s warranty may be your
sole remedy. Many manufacturers’ warranties do not apply in a business or commercial
setting. Please contact the manufacturer if you would like to make a claim under
the manufacturer’s warranty.
(e) Repair, Replacement, or a Refund
If you wish to seek repair, replacement, or a refund for a product, please
contact us and we will explain the requirements to you. This may include you
providing evidence of the faulty product to us.
(f) Refund
You are not entitled to a refund for change of mind. If you are entitled to a
refund, we will only provide it once evidence of the faulty product is received
by us, or once we have received the product at our warehouse and inspected it
to assess whether it is eligible for a refund under these Terms. Any refund we
make will be by the same payment method used to purchase the product.
(g) Installed Products
Subject to this clause, we will not accept for return any product that has been
used, connected, installed, attempted to be connected or installed, or if your
product is custom-made or is a special buy product.
(h) Packaging
You must adequately package any product you are returning for our collection
to ensure that it is not damaged during return delivery to our warehouse. You
are also responsible for arranging the return delivery and the costs involved.
(i) Duty of Care
You have a duty of care for the product while it is in your possession. If
you damage products and then subsequently return them, you may be liable to pay
to repair the product to its original condition. In these circumstances, where
a repair is not economically viable, no refund will be made.
Everything you need to choose the right Hikvision ColorVu camera for your needs.
1. What is ColorVu?
Hikvision’s ColorVu technology enables cameras to capture full-colour video 24/7, even in complete darkness. These cameras use advanced lenses with F1.0 aperture and high-sensitivity sensors, delivering bright and colourful footage when conventional cameras revert to black and white. ColorVu helps improve identification accuracy and offers a stronger visual deterrent to intruders.
2. What’s New in ColorVu 3.0?
ColorVu 3.0 builds upon the strengths of its predecessors by enhancing low-light clarity and smart functionality. It now includes improved night-time colour imaging with even less noise, longer white light range, and integration of next-gen features like Hikvision’s Live Guard (active strobe and speaker). Many ColorVu 3.0 models also include dual mic audio, better heat resistance, and broader support for advanced analytics like AcuSense and Smart Hybrid Light.
Enhanced Low-Light Performance: Better clarity and less grain in ultra-dark conditions.
Longer Light Range: Improved Smart Hybrid Light with coverage up to 60m.
Dual Microphones: More accurate sound capture with wider pickup.
Improved Audio + Alarm: More models now support both mic and speaker for two-way talk and deterrent sirens.
3. Key Benefits of ColorVu
24/7 Full-Colour Video: Capture important details in colour, even at night.
Smart Hybrid Light: Automatically switches between IR and white light for optimal lighting.
Better Evidence: Accurately identify people, vehicles, and objects with colour information.
Greater Deterrence: Visibility of white light discourages suspicious behaviour.
4. Recommended Use Cases
Residential driveways and entryways
Retail stores and indoor environments
Car parks and laneways
Warehouses and loading docks
Public spaces, parks, and campuses
5. Types of ColorVu Cameras
Turret: Most versatile and popular; ideal for both indoor and outdoor installations.
Dome: Anti-vandal and compact, great for indoor and semi-exposed locations.
Bullet: Long-range and highly visible; effective for outdoor deterrence.
PTZ with ColorVu: Offers pan, tilt, zoom with 24/7 colour coverage.
Mini Cameras: Discreet models for smaller areas and residential settings.
Also available: models with additional features like AcuSense (AI detection), Live Guard (strobe + speaker), 4K ColorVu (ultra HD clarity), and panoramic dual-lens versions.
6. Choose by Resolution
2MP (1080p): Entry-level clarity for smaller areas or budget installations.
4MP (2K): Mid-range option offering detailed and clear footage.
6MP: Wider coverage for large spaces with high image detail.
8MP (4K): Maximum clarity for forensic-level zoom and identification.
7. Choose by Smart Features
Built-in Microphone: Enables audio recording for enhanced evidence.
Built-in Speaker: Allows for two-way audio or alarm warnings (Live Guard models).
Strobe Light + Siren: Actively deters intruders with sound and flashing light.
Smart Motion Detection: Reduces false alarms by filtering human/vehicle targets.
AcuSense Technology: Adds deep learning-based classification to ColorVu models.
8. Choosing by Environment
Location
Recommended Camera Type
Reason
Front Door
Turret with Mic
Captures wide angle and audio clearly
Driveway
Bullet 4MP or 8MP
Long-range view with deterrent appearance
Retail Store
Dome 2MP or 4MP
Low profile and suitable for indoor use
Warehouse Loading Dock
Bullet w/ AcuSense
Smart detection plus strong outdoor durability
Office Corridor
Mini or Turret
Compact and clean installation for indoor spaces
9. Installation Tips
Use PoE (Power over Ethernet) for easier wiring and reliable power.
Mount cameras away from walls or reflective surfaces to avoid glare from white light.
Install at eye-level where possible for best facial recognition and deterrence.
Angle the camera slightly downward to reduce blind spots.
10. Compatible Recorders
ColorVu cameras work best with Hikvision NVRs that support H.265+ compression.
Ensure your recorder has the correct number of PoE ports for your cameras (4, 8, 16, 32 channel).
Enable remote access with the Hik-Connect mobile app for live viewing and playback.
As a Trusted Hikvision Authorised Store, SecurityWholesalers.com.au is more than just a reseller — we’re a nationally recognised partner delivering genuine Hikvision solutions, backed by expert technical support and deep industry knowledge.
Our team supports systems across all major sectors — including residential homes, commercial businesses, schools, government infrastructure, warehouses, and local councils. When you choose us, you’re selecting a Hikvision-certified partner with a proven track record in performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction.
Official Hikvision Product Support
Get access to genuine Hikvision technical resources and support, delivered by trained professionals who work with these systems daily.
Comprehensive System Assistance
From product selection to setup, configuration, remote access support, and firmware upgrades — we offer step-by-step guidance to ensure your system is optimal.
Reliable After-Sales Service
We provide continued support for configuration, troubleshooting, and warranty claims. Whether you’re a first-time user or a seasoned installer, we ensure your Hikvision system operates flawlessly.
Genuine Products & Fast Dispatch
All Hikvision stock is sourced from authorised Australian distributors and shipped promptly from our local warehouse. No delays, no grey-market risks, no international return hassles.
Industry-Wide Trust
Our clients range from councils and schools to enterprise businesses and security professionals — all trusting us for exceptional service, product reliability, and expert advice.
Real-World Security Expertise
Unlike generic electronics stores, we specialise in security. Our team includes qualified installers and consultants offering tailored recommendations based on real-world experience — not just inventory lists.
3 Years Manufacturer Warranty ensuring your security system remains reliable for years to come.
At SecurityWholesalers.com.au, we’re committed to more than just competitive pricing — we offer true partnership and protection through every stage of your Hikvision journey. We’re not your average security equipment supplier — choose the team that industry professionals trust.
Your Shopping Cart will be saved and you'll be given a link. You, or anyone with the link, can use it to retrieve your Cart at any time.
Back
Save & Share Cart
Your Shopping Cart will be saved with Product pictures and information, and Cart Totals. Then send it to yourself, or a friend, with a link to retrieve it at any time.