Product Overview
Combining 8MP 4K resolution with Hikvision ColorVu Gen2 technology, the DS-2CD2387G2-LSU/SL is an outdoor turret camera built for eave and soffit mounting where colour detail at night is non-negotiable. Equipped with a warm white LED illuminator reaching 40m, it captures full-colour footage down to 0 Lux, eliminating the grey-tone night vision associated with standard IR cameras. Featuring AcuSense deep learning, the camera actively distinguishes people and vehicles from irrelevant motion like animals and blowing foliage, which reduces unnecessary notifications significantly. It also integrates a built-in microphone and speaker for two-way audio, plus an active strobe light that triggers to warn intruders in real time. With a 2.8mm fixed lens delivering a 102 degree horizontal field of view and 130dB WDR for backlit scenes, the DS-2CD2387G2-LSU/SL is well suited to driveways, shopfronts, residential exteriors, and small commercial sites where colour evidence and active deterrence are both required.
Key Capabilities
8MP 4K Colour Imaging
The 8MP sensor captures fine detail at 4K resolution across the 2.8mm lens field of view, supporting DORI detection at 96m and recognition at 19m, which is relevant when identifying individuals or reading licence plates at entry points.
40m White Light Illumination
The warm LED illuminator delivers colour footage in complete darkness at 0 Lux with the light active. The 40m white light range suits driveways, side passages, and shopfront footpaths where standard IR would only return monochrome imagery.
AcuSense Human and Vehicle Classification
Deep learning algorithms classify motion events as human or vehicle before triggering alerts, filtering out animals, rain, and foliage movement. This improves search efficiency by allowing footage review to be filtered by event category rather than reviewing continuous recording.
Active Strobe Light Deterrence
The integrated strobe light activates on detection to alert intruders they have been seen. Mounted on an eave or soffit above an entry point, a visible flashing deterrent can discourage continued intrusion before any human response is required.
Two-Way Audio
With both a built-in microphone and a built-in speaker confirmed in this model, real-time voice communication is supported in both directions. This allows operators or homeowners to speak with anyone in the camera’s field of view directly through the camera.
130dB WDR for Backlit Scenes
130dB wide dynamic range handles high-contrast lighting situations such as a doorway or gate opening to bright outdoor light. Subjects in shadow remain visible alongside bright background areas, which matters significantly for eave-mounted cameras facing east or west.
Best For
- Residential Driveways and Entry Points: The 102 degree horizontal FOV from a 2.8mm lens covers a wide approach area from eave height, and the 40m white light range illuminates the full driveway length in colour at night.
- Shopfronts and Small Commercial Exteriors: AcuSense classification paired with the active strobe provides after-hours deterrence without requiring on-site staff, while colour footage supports insurance documentation and incident review.
- Locations Requiring Active Deterrence: The strobe light and audio alarm combination gives the camera an active response capability that a standard recording-only camera cannot provide, suited to repeat-incident sites.
- Sites Where Two-Way Communication is Needed: The confirmed built-in microphone and speaker allow voice interaction at gates, doorways, or delivery areas without a separate intercom device being installed.
Why Choose the DS-2CD2387G2-LSU/SL
The DS-2CD2387G2-LSU/SL combines capabilities that are typically spread across multiple devices. A basic 8MP outdoor turret records at night in greyscale via IR. This ColorVu Gen2 model records in full colour using a 40m warm white LED, classifies humans and vehicles through AcuSense, activates a visible strobe to deter intruders on detection, and supports two-way voice communication through its confirmed built-in microphone and speaker. The 130dB WDR handles the backlit entry scenes that many outdoor cameras struggle with, and H.265+ compression keeps storage requirements manageable without sacrificing resolution. For installers and end users evaluating active deterrence cameras at the 8MP tier, this is a distinct step beyond a passive recording device. The DS-2CD2387G2-LSU/SL is available through Security Wholesalers as a clearance line at reduced cost.
Buyer Decision Tips
Clearance Stock Availability: The DS-2CD2387G2-LSU/SL is a clearance product. If stock is exhausted before your order is fulfilled, the replacement shipped will be the ColorVu Hybrid model as noted in the product listing. Confirm current availability before ordering for a time-sensitive installation.
Fixed 2.8mm Lens Placement: The 2.8mm lens gives a 102 degree horizontal field of view, which is wide but fixed. Confirm your mounting position covers the intended area before installation. For narrower corridors, longer approaches, or distances beyond 40m, a different focal length would be more appropriate. This lens is best suited to open areas viewed from eave height of 3-4 metres.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model | DS-2CD2387G2-LSU/SL |
| Resolution | 8MP (4K) |
| Camera Type | Outdoor Turret |
| Technology | ColorVu Gen2 with AcuSense |
| Lens | 2.8mm fixed |
| Horizontal FOV | 102 degrees |
| Vertical FOV | 52 degrees |
| Diagonal FOV | 124 degrees |
| White Light Range | 40m |
| Min. Illumination | 0.0005 Lux (F1.0, AGC ON), 0 Lux with white light active |
| WDR | 130dB |
| Video Compression | H.265+ |
| DORI – Detection | 96m |
| DORI – Observation | 38m |
| DORI – Recognition | 19m |
| DORI – Identification | 9m |
| Audio | Built-in microphone and built-in speaker (two-way audio) |
| Active Deterrence | Strobe light and audio alarm |
| AI Classification | Human and vehicle classification (AcuSense deep learning) |
Ideal Use Cases
Residential Driveway Monitoring
Mounted under an eave at the front of a property, the 2.8mm lens covers the full driveway width while the 40m white light illuminator captures colour footage of approaching vehicles and persons throughout the night.
Shopfront After-Hours Deterrence
The active strobe combined with AcuSense human detection gives retail operators an automated deterrence response outside business hours. The strobe triggers on confirmed human classification, not on every motion event.
Entry and Gate Communication
With two-way audio confirmed via the built-in microphone and speaker, the DS-2CD2387G2-LSU/SL can handle visitor communication at a gate or building entry, allowing the operator to speak and listen without a separate device.
Backlit Doorway and Lobby Approaches
The 130dB WDR handles scenes where indoor light behind a glass door or entrance creates high contrast for a camera facing the approach. Subjects in shaded foreground areas remain visible against bright backgrounds.
Small Commercial Car Parks
8MP resolution at 4K gives enough detail to read vehicle information within the 19m recognition distance, while the 102 degree horizontal FOV from a corner or pole position covers a wide section of an open car park area.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need 8MP colour night vision with active deterrence (strobe and audio alarm), two-way audio from a single outdoor turret camera, and are purchasing from clearance stock at a reduced price point.
- Choose a different model if: You need a varifocal lens to adjust coverage after installation, require IR night vision rather than white light illumination (to avoid illuminating the area visibly at night), or need confirmed long-term stock availability for a multi-site rollout given this is a clearance line.
FAQs
- Does the DS-2CD2387G2-LSU/SL record in colour at night without any external lighting?
Yes. The built-in warm white LED illuminator provides up to 40m of illumination and allows the camera to capture full-colour footage at 0 Lux when the light is active. No external lighting is required. The camera’s minimum illumination without the light is 0.0005 Lux at F1.0 with AGC on. - What does AcuSense do and how does it affect alert behaviour?
AcuSense uses deep learning to classify detected motion as either a human or a vehicle before an alert is triggered. Motion from animals, rain, blowing leaves, and shadows is filtered out. This means the strobe and audio alarm will activate on confirmed human or vehicle events rather than on general motion, reducing unwanted activations at night. - Is two-way audio genuinely built in, or does it require an external microphone or speaker?
Both a built-in microphone and a built-in speaker are confirmed in this model. Two-way audio is supported out of the box without any add-on accessories. The camera can receive and output voice in real time when accessed through a compatible Hikvision client or NVR. - What mounting position works best for the 2.8mm lens on this camera?
The 2.8mm lens delivers a 102 degree horizontal and 52 degree vertical field of view. For residential or small commercial use, mounting under an eave at 3 to 4 metres above ground and angling slightly downward gives broad coverage of an approach or parking area. Mounting too high reduces the recognition distance, which is 19m for this lens and sensor combination. - Can this camera be connected to any Hikvision NVR, or does it require a specific recorder?
The DS-2CD2387G2-LSU/SL is an IP network camera and is compatible with Hikvision NVRs that support ONVIF or native Hikvision protocol. To use AcuSense event filtering and active deterrence triggers through the recorder interface, a Hikvision NVR with AcuSense support is recommended. Confirm NVR compatibility before purchase. - Is this product still available as a new unit or is it end-of-life stock?
This is a clearance product. Security Wholesalers lists it as discontinued stock, and availability is subject to remaining inventory. If stock is not available when your order is placed, the replacement model shipped will be the ColorVu Hybrid variant as stated in the product listing. - How does 130dB WDR affect performance at an entry or gate where bright daylight is behind the subject?
130dB WDR allows the camera to process both bright and dark areas of the same frame simultaneously. At an east or west-facing entry, where the camera looks toward outdoor light, a subject standing in the shaded foreground would otherwise appear as a silhouette. The WDR processing retains detail in both the shadow and highlight areas of the image, which is important for identifying faces or clothing at entry points.
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