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Hikvision DS-2CD2T86G2H-4I 8MP AcuSense Bullet Camera with DarkFighter Technology, IR 80m

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Hikvision DS-2CD2T86G2H-4I | 8MP AcuSense Bullet Camera | DarkFighter | 4mm Fixed Lens | 80m IR

The DS-2CD2T86G2H-4I delivers 8MP resolution in a robust bullet form factor designed for demanding outdoor surveillance. Featuring DarkFighter low-light technology and 120 dB true WDR, it captures rich detail across a wide range of lighting conditions. Equipped with deep-learning AcuSense analytics, it accurately classifies humans and vehicles to significantly reduce false alarms. The IP67-rated housing ensures reliable long-term performance in exposed outdoor environments.

Key Features

  • 8MP Resolution: Delivers ultra-clear 4K imaging for detailed identification across wide coverage areas.
  • DarkFighter Technology: Advanced low-light sensor captures colour-accurate detail in near-dark conditions.
  • 80m IR Range: Long-range infrared illumination provides strong night-time coverage up to 80 metres.
  • AcuSense Analytics: Deep-learning algorithms classify humans and vehicles to minimise false alarm triggers.
  • 120 dB True WDR: Handles high-contrast scenes with bright and dark areas simultaneously.
  • IP67 Weatherproof: Dust-tight and water-resistant housing rated for permanent outdoor installation.
8MP
80m Night Vision
DarkFighter
False Alarm Filter
Weatherproof
Mobile Viewing

 

Additional Information

DS-2CD2T86G2H-2I/4I Datasheet

$350.00 $450.00 inc GST +3 Year Warranty & Support

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Product Overview

For outdoor perimeter and car park monitoring where 8 MP detail and long-range night vision are both essential, the Hikvision DS-2CD2T86G2H-4I delivers Ultra HD imaging from a fixed bullet housing suited to wall, eave, and pole mounting. Built around a 1/1.8″ Progressive Scan CMOS sensor, it captures 3840 x 2160 resolution footage with the fine detail needed to read plates and identify individuals at distance. DarkFighter technology draws out colour and contrast in near-dark scenes, while 120 dB True WDR prevents washout in high-contrast environments such as loading dock entrances and gated driveways. The AcuSense deep-learning engine classifies humans and vehicles separately from general motion, focusing alert activity on what actually matters. With Smart IR extending to 80 m and an IP67-rated housing rated for operation from -30 to +60 degrees C, this camera is built for sustained outdoor use across Australian commercial and industrial sites.

Key Capabilities

8 MP Ultra HD Resolution

The 3840 x 2160 sensor captures fine detail across wide outdoor scenes, making it possible to identify faces, read number plates, and distinguish clothing details from a single camera position at distances that would defeat a standard 2 MP or 4 MP installation.

DarkFighter Low-Light Imaging

The 1/1.8″ sensor paired with DarkFighter technology produces bright, low-noise footage in near-dark conditions. This matters most on unlit perimeter fence lines, back-of-house loading areas, and industrial yards where ambient lighting is minimal or absent.

120 dB True WDR

High-contrast entry points such as boom gate exits, roller door openings, and sunlit car parks create exposure challenges that standard cameras fail. True WDR at 120 dB keeps both bright and shadow zones readable in the same frame simultaneously.

AcuSense Human and Vehicle Detection

Deep-learning analytics classify moving objects as human, vehicle, or neither, so motion from animals, blowing debris, and swaying vegetation does not trigger alerts. This keeps notification activity targeted and reduces unnecessary alarm responses on busy outdoor sites.

80 m Smart IR Illumination

Smart IR adjusts output intensity automatically as subjects move closer to the lens, preventing the overexposure that washes out faces and plates at short range while maintaining reach across long approaches, driveways, and open yards up to 80 m from the camera.

IP67 Weatherproof Housing

The bullet housing is rated IP67 for full dust ingress protection and submersion-level water resistance. Combined with an operating range of -30 to +60 degrees C, it handles coastal humidity, construction dust, driving rain, and the temperature swings common across Australian outdoor installations.

Best For

  • Perimeter and Fence Line Monitoring: The 80 m Smart IR range and 4 mm lens provide a focused field of view across long outdoor approaches where early detection of approaching persons or vehicles is the priority.
  • Car Parks and Loading Docks: 120 dB True WDR handles the bright-sky and deep-shadow contrast common at these locations, while AcuSense separates vehicle movement from unrelated motion to keep alert logs clean.
  • Industrial and Construction Sites: IP67 housing and a -30 to +60 degree C operating range make this camera viable for dust-heavy, high-humidity, or temperature-extreme environments where consumer-grade units would fail.
  • Low-Light Outdoor Coverage: DarkFighter technology combined with the large 1/1.8″ sensor makes the DS-2CD2T86G2H-4I a practical choice for sites where artificial lighting is limited or absent after dark.

Why Choose the DS-2CD2T86G2H-4I

The DS-2CD2T86G2H-4I separates itself from lower-resolution bullet cameras through the combination of an 8 MP sensor, a 1/1.8″ chip size, and DarkFighter technology operating together. A smaller sensor at 8 MP collects less light per pixel, which erodes night image quality. This camera avoids that trade-off by using a physically larger sensor that captures more light, producing sharper low-light footage than typical 8 MP designs. The addition of AcuSense means that the extra resolution is not wasted responding to irrelevant motion triggers. H.265+ compression brings storage and bandwidth demands down substantially compared to H.264 while preserving the full 4K image. For commercial and industrial installers looking for a high-detail outdoor bullet with a proven AI classification layer, the DS-2CD2T86G2H-4I is available through Security Wholesalers alongside compatible mounting brackets and accessories.

Buyer Decision Tips

Lens and Coverage Planning: The 4 mm fixed lens provides approximately 90 degrees horizontal field of view, which suits mid-range directional coverage on driveways, access lanes, and fence lines. If you need wider coverage of an open yard or car park in a single shot, the 2.8 mm variant with approximately 111 degrees horizontal FOV covers more ground but reduces the effective detail per object at the same distance. Fix your mounting position and measure the approach distance before choosing the lens variant.

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Image Sensor 1/1.8″ Progressive Scan CMOS
Resolution 8 MP (3840 x 2160)
Lens 4 mm fixed focal length
Horizontal Field of View Approximately 90 degrees
IR Range Up to 80 m (Smart IR with auto-intensity adjustment)
Wide Dynamic Range 120 dB True WDR
Low-Light Technology DarkFighter
AI Analytics AcuSense – human and vehicle classification
Video Compression H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264
Power Supply 12 V DC (plus or minus 25%) / PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 3
Ingress Protection IP67
Operating Temperature -30 to +60 degrees C
Operating Humidity 95% RH or less (non-condensing)
Housing Type Bullet – outdoor directional

Ideal Use Cases

Warehouse and Industrial Yards

The IP67 housing and -30 to +60 degree C operating range suit the dust, heat, and humidity found in warehouse exteriors and industrial yards. The 80 m IR range covers large open spaces from a single mounting point on a wall or pole.

Car Parks and Access Lanes

120 dB True WDR handles bright sky entry and undercover shadow zones in the same scene. AcuSense vehicle detection keeps alert logs focused on vehicles entering and exiting rather than triggering on every pedestrian or bird crossing the frame.

Perimeter and Fence Lines

The directional bullet housing and 4 mm lens focus coverage along fence lines and boundary approaches. Smart IR at 80 m gives operators early detection of approaching figures well before they reach a structure or secure area.

Building Entrances and Loading Docks

The 8 MP resolution captures the fine facial and clothing detail needed for post-event review at building entrances. WDR corrects for direct sunlight behind approaching subjects, which is the primary failure point of lower-spec cameras in these positions.

Construction Sites

Construction sites combine dust, moisture, and temperature extremes with after-hours intrusion risk. IP67 protection handles the environmental demands, and AcuSense human classification focuses out-of-hours alerts on genuine human movement rather than equipment vibration or wind-blown material.

Choosing the Right Model

  • Choose this model if: You need 8 MP outdoor bullet coverage with AI human and vehicle classification, a large-format 1/1.8″ sensor for better low-light performance, and 80 m Smart IR for long perimeter or driveway approaches.
  • Choose a different model if: Your mounting position requires a wider field of view than 90 degrees to cover an open area from a single point – consider the 2.8 mm lens variant of the same series for approximately 111 degrees coverage. If the installation is in a vandal-prone indoor location such as a stairwell or car park structure, a dome or vandal dome with an IK10 rating will offer better resistance to physical interference than a bullet housing.

FAQs

  1. What does the “-4I” suffix mean in DS-2CD2T86G2H-4I?
    The “4” refers to the 4 mm fixed lens option and the “I” denotes the infrared illumination variant with Smart IR extending to 80 m. This distinguishes it from the 2.8 mm lens version of the same camera, which carries a wider field of view but reduced reach at distance.
  2. Is this camera suitable for mounting on an external wall exposed to direct rain?
    Yes. The IP67 rating means the housing is protected against dust ingress and temporary water immersion, which covers driving rain, water spray, and high-pressure cleaning in its vicinity. The operating temperature range of -30 to +60 degrees C also covers the thermal extremes found across Australian outdoor environments.
  3. How does DarkFighter differ from standard low-light imaging?
    DarkFighter uses a physically larger 1/1.8″ sensor combined with a wide-aperture lens to gather significantly more light per pixel than a typical 1/2.8″ sensor at the same resolution. The result is usable colour detail in scenes where standard cameras switch to monochrome or produce heavy noise. On unlit perimeter areas and back-of-house locations, this difference is visible in footage quality.
  4. What compression formats does the DS-2CD2T86G2H-4I support, and why does it matter for storage?
    The camera supports H.265+, H.265, H.264+, and H.264. H.265+ applies intelligent compression that reduces bitrate significantly compared to H.264 when large portions of the frame are static, which is common on fixed outdoor cameras. This directly reduces NVR storage consumption and network bandwidth without reducing the recorded resolution.
  5. Can AcuSense detection be used to trigger separate alerts for humans versus vehicles?
    Yes. AcuSense classifies detected targets as human or vehicle and can trigger separate alarm channels for each classification on compatible Hikvision NVRs and VMS platforms. This allows operators to set different alert responses for vehicle intrusion on a driveway versus pedestrian detection near a building entrance.
  6. Where can I purchase the DS-2CD2T86G2H-4I and compatible mounting accessories?
    The DS-2CD2T86G2H-4I is part of the Security Wholesalers range alongside compatible junction boxes and pole mount brackets. Matching Hikvision accessories including the DS-1260ZJ junction box and DS-1275ZJ-SUS pole mount are listed alongside this camera to simplify your order.

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(Note disk drives limited to 1 one year)

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Hikvision DS-2CD2T86G2H-4I 8MP AcuSense Bullet Camera with DarkFighter Technology, IR 80m
$350.00 $450.00 inc GST +3 Year Warranty & Support