Why Buy This Camera?
This model suits customers who want a higher-resolution Turbo HD camera with strong night performance, built-in audio over coax, and flexible lighting modes without moving to a full IP system. Hikvision lists 3K 2960 × 1665 resolution, 24/7 colour imaging with F1.0 aperture, Smart Hybrid Light, 130 dB WDR, built-in microphone, and IP67 protection as key features.
Key Features
- 3K resolution up to 2960 × 1665
- 24/7 colour imaging with F1.0 aperture
- Smart Hybrid Light technology
- Up to 40m white light range
- Up to 40m IR range
- Built-in microphone with audio over coaxial cable
- 130 dB true WDR for challenging backlight scenes
- 3D DNR for cleaner low-light images
- IP67 weather-resistant housing
- Available in 2.8mm and 3.6mm fixed lens versions
Detailed Description
The Hikvision DS-2CE72KF3T-LS is a fixed turret camera in Hikvision’s Turbo HD ColorVu range, built for customers wanting sharper analogue video and better nighttime performance. With its 3K CMOS sensor and maximum resolution of 2960 × 1665, it delivers a noticeable step up from standard 1080p analogue cameras.
A major highlight is the F1.0 large aperture combined with ColorVu technology, which helps the camera maintain bright, full-colour images in very low light. Hikvision also includes Smart Hybrid Light, giving flexible night operation using white light, IR, or smart switching modes depending on the scene.
For sites with difficult lighting, the camera supports 130 dB WDR, helping preserve detail when bright background light would otherwise wash out faces or objects. It also includes 3D DNR to reduce image noise and improve clarity in darker conditions.
The built-in microphone supports audio over coaxial cable, which is useful where you want both video and audio without running separate audio cabling. The microphone pickup distance is listed as up to 5 metres radius.
Physically, the camera uses a turret-style housing with IP67 weather resistance, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor installations. Hikvision specifies operating temperatures from -40°C to 60°C, power input of 12VDC, and maximum power consumption of 5.7W.
2.8mm lens
Ideal for wider coverage areas such as front yards, driveways, shopfronts, reception areas, and general perimeter views. Hikvision lists a horizontal field of view of 112°.
Applications
This camera is well suited to:
- Home CCTV upgrades using existing coaxial cabling
- Small business analogue surveillance systems
- Front doors and entry paths
- Driveways and garages
- Warehouses and workshops
- Retail stores and customer-facing counters
- Outdoor perimeters where colour night vision is preferred
Specifications
- Image sensor: 3K CMOS
- Maximum resolution: 2960 × 1665
- Minimum illumination: 0.0005 Lux @ F1.0, AGC on; 0 Lux with white light
- Lens options: 2.8mm or 3.6mm fixed lens
- Lens mount: M12
- Field of view:
- 2.8mm: 112° horizontal, 60° vertical, 140° diagonal
- Day/night: ICR
- Light type: Smart / IR / White Light
- IR range: Up to 40m
- White light range: Up to 40m
- WDR: 130 dB or greater
- Noise reduction: 3D DNR
- Video output: 1 HD analogue output
- Audio: Built-in mic, audio over coax
- Power: 12VDC ±25%
- Max power consumption: 5.7W
- Housing: Main body metal, enclosure plastic
- Protection rating: IP67
- Dimensions: Ø110mm × 102.7mm
- Weight: Approx. 370g
What’s in the Box
- 1 x Hikvision DS-2CE72KF3T-LS turret camera
- Installation screws and mounting hardware
- Quick start documentation
Box contents can vary by region or batch.
FAQs
Is this an IP camera?
No. This is a Turbo HD analogue camera, not a network IP camera. Hikvision lists it under the Turbo HD camera range and specifies 1 HD analog output.
Does this camera have colour at night?
Yes. It supports 24/7 colour imaging using Hikvision’s ColorVu design with F1.0 aperture, and it also includes Smart Hybrid Light for flexible night performance.
Does it have infrared as well as white light?
Yes. Hikvision specifies IR up to 40m and white light up to 40m, with supplement light types listed as Smart, IR, White Light.
Does this camera have a built-in microphone?
Yes. It has 1 built-in microphone and supports audio over coaxial cable. Hikvision lists microphone pickup distance as up to 5 metres radius.
What recorder do I need for this camera?
You need a compatible Hikvision Turbo HD DVR or another recorder that supports the camera’s analogue video format and audio requirements. Since this is not an IP model, it is intended for coax-based surveillance systems rather than direct network recording. This compatibility point is an inference based on Hikvision listing the unit as a Turbo HD analogue camera with HD analog output.
Can I use this camera outdoors?
Yes. It is rated IP67, making it suitable for outdoor installation when mounted correctly.
Does it support good backlight handling?
Yes. Hikvision specifies 130 dB true WDR, which helps in scenes with strong backlighting such as entry doors, roller doors, or bright outdoor backgrounds.
What power supply does it need?
It uses 12VDC ±25% and Hikvision recommends using one power adapter per camera. Maximum consumption is listed as 5.7W.
Is this a good upgrade from older 1080p analogue cameras?
Yes, for many users it would be a meaningful upgrade because it offers 3K resolution, improved low-light colour performance, built-in audio, and more flexible night illumination. That improvement assessment is an inference based on the listed jump to 2960 × 1665 resolution and the newer ColorVu / Smart Hybrid Light feature set.
