Product SKU: DS-2CD2586G2-IS
Product Overview
The Hikvision DS-2CD2586G2-IS is an 8MP outdoor AcuSense Gen 2 mini dome camera designed for buyers who need high-resolution security coverage in a compact, vandal-resistant form factor. It suits homes, offices, shopfronts, apartment entries, building perimeters and exposed commercial locations where a smaller dome-style camera is preferred over a larger turret or bullet camera. With 3840 × 2160 image resolution, powered-by-DarkFighter low-light performance, AcuSense human and vehicle classification, 120dB WDR, H.265+ compression, IP67 weather protection and IK08 impact resistance, this camera is built for detailed outdoor monitoring. The -S variant also supports audio and alarm interfaces, making it useful where integration with external audio or alarm devices is required.
Key Capabilities
8MP Mini Dome Detail
The 3840 × 2160 resolution gives this compact dome camera strong detail for entrances, walkways and external monitoring points. It is useful where a smaller camera body is preferred but image clarity still matters.
AcuSense Event Filtering
AcuSense uses deep learning to distinguish humans and vehicles from other moving objects. This helps reduce false alerts from falling leaves, animals, shadows or background movement in outdoor areas.
Searchable Analytic Events
AcuSense analytic alerts can make event review faster by helping users search for relevant alarms instead of manually scanning long periods of footage. This is useful for homes, businesses and strata properties.
DarkFighter Low-Light Performance
Powered-by-DarkFighter technology helps improve image quality in low-light environments. Combined with IR night vision, this supports useful footage around entries, paths and perimeter areas after dark.
Weather and Impact Protection
The IP67 and IK08-rated housing makes this mini dome suitable for exposed outdoor locations where both weather resistance and vandal resistance are important installation considerations.
Audio and Alarm Interface
The -S variant provides audio input/output and one alarm input/output, allowing integration with compatible audio devices or alarm equipment where the installation requires more than video recording alone.
Best For
- Apartment Entries: Useful where a compact vandal-resistant dome camera is preferred for doors, foyers and shared access points.
- Office Exteriors: Suitable for entry doors, side paths and external walls where 8MP detail and smart alerts are useful.
- Shopfronts: A good option for fixed monitoring of front doors, footpaths and display window areas.
- Residential Driveways: Works well where a compact outdoor camera is required for vehicle and person detection.
- Strata and Commercial Sites: Practical for locations needing a smaller camera with weather resistance, impact resistance and analytic event filtering.
Why Choose the DS-2CD2586G2-IS
The DS-2CD2586G2-IS is worth choosing when you need 8MP AcuSense performance in a smaller mini dome housing rather than a larger turret or bullet camera. Its compact form factor makes it suitable for entrances, apartments, offices and commercial areas where the camera should look neat but still provide detailed footage. The combination of DarkFighter, 120dB WDR, IP67 weather resistance and IK08 impact protection makes it more capable than a basic indoor dome or standard low-resolution camera. As part of the Security Wholesalers range, it suits buyers who want a compact outdoor camera with smart filtering and strong image detail.
Buyer Decision Tips
Buyer Tip: Choose this model when a compact, vandal-resistant dome form factor is important. If the camera needs to be highly visible as a deterrent, a larger turret or bullet camera may be easier for people to notice.
Buyer Tip: The supplied details indicate the selected lens is 2.8mm, giving wide coverage. This is useful for close-range entrances and open areas, but it is not intended for tight long-distance identification.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Resolution |
8MP, 3840 × 2160 image resolution for high-detail security footage. |
| Camera Type |
Outdoor AcuSense Gen 2 mini dome camera. |
| Lens |
2.8mm fixed lens listed for the supplied product. |
| Field of View |
2.8mm lens provides approximately 110° horizontal field of view. |
| DORI Distance |
2.8mm: Detect 89m, Observe 35m, Recognise 18m, Identify 9m. |
| Night Vision |
Smart IR range up to 30m. |
| Low-Light Technology |
Powered-by-DarkFighter technology for improved low-light image performance. |
| AI Detection |
AcuSense human and vehicle classification helps reduce false alerts. |
| Audio and Alarm Interface |
-S variant includes audio input/output and one alarm input/output. |
| Image Sensor |
1/1.8″ progressive scan CMOS. |
| WDR |
120dB true WDR for scenes with strong lighting contrast. |
| Compression |
H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264 and MJPEG with triple stream support. |
| Camera Adjustment |
Pan ±30°, tilt 0° to 75° and 360° rotation for scene framing. |
| Power |
12V DC, up to 6W, or PoE 802.3af, up to 7W. |
| Operating Conditions |
–30°C to 60°C and up to 95% non-condensing humidity. |
| Weather Rating |
IP67 weatherproof housing. |
| Impact Rating |
IK08 vandal-resistant housing. |
Ideal Use Cases
Apartment Entrances
Use for shared entries, foyers or access points where a compact vandal-resistant dome camera is preferred.
Office Doors
Install near office entrances or staff access doors where 8MP detail and person detection are useful.
Shopfronts
A practical option for monitoring retail doors, windows and footpath-facing areas with smart event filtering.
Driveways
The wide 2.8mm view suits close-range driveway coverage where vehicle and person filtering can reduce unwanted alerts.
Building Perimeters
Suitable for external walls, paths and approaches where outdoor protection and impact resistance are important.
Strata Properties
Useful for shared outdoor areas where a neat camera design, IK08 protection and searchable analytic events may help management.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need an 8MP compact outdoor dome with AcuSense detection, IP67 weather protection and IK08 impact resistance.
- Choose a turret camera if: You want a more visible camera body or easier visual deterrence at a driveway, shopfront or gate.
- Choose an active deterrence model if: You need a built-in strobe light, speaker or audible warning response.
- Check the interface requirement if: You need audio or alarm integration, as the -S variant includes audio input/output and one alarm input/output rather than a simple built-in speaker setup.
FAQs
- Is the DS-2CD2586G2-IS suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. The DS-2CD2586G2-IS is rated IP67 for weather protection and IK08 for impact resistance, making it suitable for outdoor entrances, driveways, shopfronts, building perimeters and strata areas. Its mini dome design is useful where the camera needs to be compact while still providing strong 8MP image detail.
- How does AcuSense help with false alarms?
AcuSense uses deep learning to classify human and vehicle movement separately from other motion such as falling leaves, small animals or background scene changes. This helps make alerts more useful and can reduce time spent reviewing irrelevant footage. It is especially helpful around outdoor areas where basic motion detection may trigger too often.
- What lens is supplied with this model?
The supplied details indicate this model uses the 2.8mm lens. This provides a wide approximate 110° horizontal field of view, making it suitable for close-range entrances, driveways, foyers and open outdoor areas. The 2.8mm lens is better for broad coverage than narrow long-distance identification.
- How far can the camera see at night?
The DS-2CD2586G2-IS includes Smart IR with a listed range of up to 30m. This is suitable for many common outdoor areas such as entry paths, driveways and building approaches. Actual night performance depends on installation height, reflectivity, lens selection, ambient lighting and how far the target is from the camera.
- What does the -S variant provide?
The -S variant provides audio input/output and one alarm input/output. This is useful when the camera needs to connect with compatible external audio or alarm devices. It should not be confused with an active deterrence camera that has a built-in strobe light or speaker-based warning response unless those features are specifically listed.
- Is this mini dome vandal resistant?
Yes. The supplied information lists IK08 vandal resistance, making the camera more suitable for public-facing or shared spaces than a basic non-rated camera. This can be useful around apartment entries, commercial sites, public corridors and exposed outdoor areas where impact resistance is an important consideration.
- Can the DS-2CD2586G2-IS help reduce review time?
Yes. AcuSense analytic alerts can make recorded footage easier to search by focusing on events involving people or vehicles. This can save time when reviewing incidents because users do not need to scan as much irrelevant footage. For buyers supplied by Security Wholesalers, this is often a key reason to choose AcuSense over basic motion detection.
- Does this camera have active deterrence?
No active strobe light or built-in audible warning is listed for this model. It focuses on 8MP video, AcuSense detection, DarkFighter low-light performance, WDR and compact vandal-resistant outdoor installation. If you want the camera to visibly warn intruders, choose a model that specifically includes strobe light and speaker-based deterrence.
- Can this camera be powered by PoE?
Yes. The DS-2CD2586G2-IS supports PoE 802.3af as well as 12V DC power. PoE is often the cleaner option because power and data can run through one network cable when used with compatible equipment. This can simplify installation for homes, offices, shops and commercial sites.
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