Product Overview
Combining active deterrence with full-colour night imaging, the Hikvision DS-2CD2387G2H-LISU/SL delivers an 8MP Smart Hybrid Light ColorVu turret camera built for eave, soffit, and wall mounting at driveways, shopfronts, building perimeters, and outdoor access points. Featuring ColorVu Gen 2 technology with an F1.0 Super Aperture lens, it captures colour detail in low-light conditions rather than falling back to black-and-white infrared footage. Smart Hybrid Light operation lets the camera run in infrared mode when no relevant activity is present, then trigger white light when a person or vehicle is detected, giving useful colour evidence without constant visible illumination. AcuSense human and vehicle classification helps filter events down to the activity that matters most. The built-in microphone and speaker support two-way audio communication, while the strobe light function adds an active deterrence layer for unattended outdoor positions. IP67 weather resistance makes the black turret housing well suited to exposed outdoor camera locations.
Key Capabilities
8MP Fixed Image Detail
The 8MP sensor resolves finer detail across entrances, driveways, and approach paths than lower-resolution cameras. This matters at positions where buyers need more than movement confirmation, such as identifying clothing colour, vehicle type, or activity at a gate or shopfront.
ColorVu Gen 2 Low-Light Colour
The F1.0 Super Aperture and Super Confocal Lens are designed to capture colour footage in environments where standard cameras would produce grainy black-and-white output. This is particularly useful at poorly lit side paths, rear access areas, and outdoor car parks after dark.
Smart Hybrid Light Operation
Rather than running white light constantly, Smart Hybrid Light switches from infrared to white light when a person or vehicle is detected. This lets the camera capture colour detail during events while keeping the installation less visible during quiet periods, which suits residential driveways and business perimeters.
AcuSense Human and Vehicle Classification
Deep learning-based classification distinguishes people and vehicles from other movement sources. For installations near trees, roads, or open outdoor areas, this helps focus event recording and alerts on the activity buyers are actually trying to monitor.
Active Deterrence with Strobe and Speaker
The built-in strobe light and speaker give the DS-2CD2387G2H-LISU/SL a visible warning function when triggered by a detection event. This is useful at unmanned entry points, gates, storage yards, and rear access areas where a real-time response to intrusion is needed.
Two-Way Audio
With both a built-in microphone and a built-in speaker, the camera supports real-time two-way audio communication. This adds a practical layer to monitoring at entry points, gates, and service areas, allowing voice interaction alongside video evidence.
Best For
- Outdoor positions needing colour evidence at night: Smart Hybrid Light and ColorVu Gen 2 work together to capture colour detail when a person or vehicle is detected, making this model more useful than a standard IR-only turret for night-time identification.
- Unmanned entry points and perimeter gates: The combination of strobe light, speaker, and AcuSense classification gives the camera an active deterrence function that basic turret cameras do not provide, suitable for after-hours monitoring at driveways, yards, and access gates.
- Wide fixed coverage at eave or soffit height: The 2.8mm fixed lens suits mounting positions that need a broad viewing angle over a forecourt, driveway, or shopfront rather than a narrow zoomed-in field of view.
- Sites where event filtering reduces unnecessary alerts: AcuSense human and vehicle classification helps cut down on alerts triggered by general outdoor movement, making this a practical choice for properties near traffic, open yards, or windy tree-lined areas.
Why Choose the DS-2CD2387G2H-LISU/SL
The DS-2CD2387G2H-LISU/SL stands apart from a standard outdoor turret camera because of what it does at night and how it responds to detected activity. A basic IR turret records in black and white after dark and triggers alerts on general motion. This model uses ColorVu Gen 2 imaging and Smart Hybrid Light to capture colour footage when it counts, without running a white light all night. AcuSense classification reduces noise from environmental movement, and the strobe and speaker functions mean the camera can actively signal an intrusion rather than simply recording it. The built-in microphone and speaker also support two-way audio, adding voice communication capability to an outdoor fixed camera position. At 8MP with H.265+ compression and 130 dB WDR, it handles demanding lighting conditions without sacrificing storage efficiency. The black housing suits exposed eave and wall positions where a discreet profile is preferred. Available through Security Wholesalers, this model suits buyers who want measurably more capability than a basic outdoor IP turret delivers.
Buyer Decision Tips
Buyer Tip: The 2.8mm lens gives a wide field of view that suits mounting at eave height over a driveway, forecourt, or entrance, but it is not the right choice for long-distance detail. If the target area is more than 17 metres away and recognition-level detail is needed, the DORI figures for this lens show recognition at 17m and identification at 8m. Position the camera accordingly or consider a longer focal length for narrow, deep scenes.
Buyer Tip: Smart Hybrid Light mode is the most practical setting for most residential and small commercial installations. It keeps the camera running in infrared during quiet periods, then triggers white light for colour capture when a person or vehicle is detected. If constant colour night vision is needed, the camera can also be set to 24/7 colour mode, though this means the white light remains on all night.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Resolution |
8MP (4K) fixed turret network camera. |
| Camera Type |
ColorVu Gen 2 Smart Hybrid Light turret. |
| Lens |
2.8mm fixed lens for wide general coverage. |
| Aperture |
F1.0 Super Aperture with Super Confocal Lens. |
| DORI – 2.8mm |
Detection 89m, Observation 35m, Recognition 17m, Identification 8m. |
| DORI – 4mm |
Detection 109m, Observation 43m, Recognition 21m, Identification 10m. |
| Night Vision Range |
40m infrared illumination. |
| Low-Light Technology |
ColorVu Gen 2 for colour imaging in low-light conditions. |
| Lighting Modes |
24/7 colour, IR black-and-white, or Smart Hybrid Light mode. |
| Smart Hybrid Light |
White light triggered on person or vehicle detection; IR used during inactive periods. |
| AI Detection |
AcuSense human and vehicle classification via deep learning. |
| Active Deterrence |
Built-in strobe light and speaker for event-triggered warnings. |
| Audio |
Built-in microphone and built-in speaker supporting two-way audio. |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
130 dB WDR for high-contrast lighting scenes. |
| Compression |
H.265+ for efficient storage and bandwidth use. |
| Weather Rating |
IP67 water and dust resistance for outdoor installation. |
| Housing Colour |
Black turret housing for exposed outdoor mounting positions. |
| Mounting Style |
Turret design suited to wall, eave, and soffit mounting. |
Ideal Use Cases
Residential Driveways and Front Entries
The 2.8mm wide-angle lens covers the full width of a typical driveway or front approach from eave height. Smart Hybrid Light triggers white light when a person or vehicle enters the view, providing colour footage for after-dark events without a constant visible light source.
Shopfronts and Retail Entrances
8MP resolution and ColorVu Gen 2 imaging support detailed footage of people and vehicles approaching or leaving a retail premises. AcuSense classification helps separate pedestrian activity from other outdoor movement, reducing alert fatigue on busy streets.
Perimeter Gates and Unmanned Access Points
The strobe light and speaker allow the camera to respond actively when a person or vehicle is detected outside business hours. Two-way audio also supports voice communication with a visitor at a gate without requiring a separate intercom system at that position.
Warehouse and Industrial Site Exteriors
IP67 weather resistance and Smart Hybrid Light operation make this turret a practical choice for outdoor wall mounting at loading dock approaches, side access paths, and building perimeter points where night-time colour detail and event filtering both matter.
Strata and Multi-Tenancy Building Perimeters
The black housing blends with darker eave and fascia surfaces on modern residential and commercial buildings. AcuSense classification and Smart Hybrid Light help manage alerts sensibly in shared environments where general outdoor movement is constant throughout the day and night.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need an 8MP outdoor turret with colour night vision, Smart Hybrid Light, AcuSense human and vehicle classification, active deterrence via strobe and speaker, two-way audio, and IP67 weather resistance in a black housing.
- Choose a different model if: You need optical zoom, motorised varifocal lens adjustment, PTZ tracking, or a narrower focal length for long-distance detail beyond what the 2.8mm lens provides at recognition or identification range.
- Choose this over a basic IR-only turret if: Colour evidence at night is a priority. A standard IR turret records black and white after dark and does not include Smart Hybrid Light, active deterrence, or two-way audio functionality.
- Consider mounting height and angle carefully: At 2.8mm, the DORI identification range is 8m. For positions where vehicle plates or facial detail at greater distances are important, the camera should be mounted as close to the subject area as the installation allows.
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FAQs
- What does Smart Hybrid Light actually do on the DS-2CD2387G2H-LISU/SL?
Smart Hybrid Light lets the camera switch between infrared and white light depending on what is happening in the scene. In smart mode, it uses infrared illumination during quiet periods and triggers white light when a person or vehicle is detected. This means colour footage is captured during important events without the camera running a visible white light all night, which suits driveways, residential perimeters, and outdoor business entries.
- Does the DS-2CD2387G2H-LISU/SL support two-way audio?
Yes. This model includes both a built-in microphone and a built-in speaker, which means it supports real-time two-way audio communication. This is useful at entry points, gates, and outdoor service areas where voice interaction alongside video monitoring adds practical value. Buyers should confirm that their NVR or recording platform supports two-way audio passthrough to make use of this feature.
- How does the strobe light and speaker deterrence work?
The strobe light and speaker are triggered by detection events, typically when AcuSense classifies a person or vehicle in the scene. When activated, the strobe flashes and the speaker can play an alert tone or pre-recorded message. This is intended to draw attention to the intrusion in real time. The feature is configurable through the camera settings and works best at unmanned outdoor positions outside business hours.
- Is the DS-2CD2387G2H-LISU/SL suitable for mounting at eave height on a home?
Yes, the turret housing is designed for exactly this type of installation. The compact form factor mounts flush against soffits, eaves, and wall surfaces, and the ball-and-socket adjustment lets the lens be aimed after mounting. The black housing blends well with darker eave and fascia colours. IP67 weather resistance means the camera handles rain, dust, and temperature variation in exposed outdoor positions.
- What is the detection and recognition range with the 2.8mm lens?
The DORI figures for the 2.8mm lens are Detection 89m, Observation 35m, Recognition 17m, and Identification 8m. These figures indicate what level of detail the camera can resolve at each distance under standard conditions. For most driveway, entrance, and perimeter positions, recognition at 17m and identification at 8m are workable figures, but mounting height, angle, and lighting conditions all affect real-world results.
- Does this camera need to be connected to an NVR to work?
As a network IP camera, the DS-2CD2387G2H-LISU/SL requires a compatible NVR or network video management platform for continuous recording, event storage, and remote access. Pairing it with a recorder that supports H.265+ compression, AcuSense event filtering, and two-way audio passthrough will allow buyers to use the full feature set. Security Wholesalers stocks compatible Hikvision NVR options for buyers building out a complete system.
- Is audio recording legal in Australia for outdoor cameras?
Audio recording laws in Australia vary by state and territory, and there are separate considerations for workplace, residential tenancy, and public space recordings. As a general guide, audio recording in a location where a reasonable expectation of privacy exists may require notice or consent depending on the jurisdiction. Buyers should seek independent advice relevant to their site before enabling audio recording on any security camera.
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