Product Overview
For sites running existing coaxial infrastructure, the DS-2CE72KF3T-LS delivers a meaningful upgrade without the cost or disruption of switching to a full IP system. This turret-style Turbo HD camera records at 3K resolution (2960 x 1665) using a 3K CMOS sensor and outputs over a single HD analogue connection, making it a natural fit for homes, small businesses, retail shopfronts, and driveways already wired with coax. Featuring Hikvision’s ColorVu design with an F1.0 large aperture, it maintains full-colour imaging around the clock without relying solely on white light. Built with Smart Hybrid Light technology, it supports IR, white light, or smart switching modes up to 40m, giving the installer control over how night scenes are lit. It also includes a built-in microphone with audio transmitted over the coaxial cable, 130 dB WDR, and IP67 weather resistance for year-round outdoor mounting.
Key Capabilities
3K Analogue Resolution
At 2960 x 1665, this camera captures noticeably more detail than standard 1080p analogue cameras. For entry points, driveways, and shopfronts, that extra resolution makes it easier to read plates or identify faces in recorded footage.
F1.0 Aperture with ColorVu
The F1.0 large aperture allows significantly more light onto the sensor, enabling 24/7 colour imaging even in very low-light environments. Minimum illumination is rated at 0.0005 Lux, so colour is retained in conditions where standard cameras switch to monochrome.
Smart Hybrid Light (IR + White Light)
Installers can configure this camera in IR mode, white light mode, or smart switching mode. Both IR and white light reach up to 40m, giving flexibility to prioritise covert monitoring or full-colour illumination depending on the site’s requirements.
Audio Over Coaxial Cable
The built-in microphone captures audio up to 5 metres radius and transmits it over the same coaxial cable used for video. This removes the need to run separate audio cabling on existing coax installations, which is a practical cost saving on upgrade projects.
130 dB True WDR
Scenes with strong backlight, such as entry doors with bright outdoor backgrounds or roller shutter openings, are handled by 130 dB wide dynamic range. This preserves detail in both the bright and shadowed areas of the frame simultaneously.
IP67 All-Weather Housing
The turret housing is rated IP67, protecting internal components against dust ingress and sustained water exposure. Combined with an operating temperature range of -40°C to 60°C, this camera suits exposed outdoor positions including eaves, soffits, and external walls.
Best For
- Coax System Upgrades: Sites with existing coaxial cabling can retain their wiring while stepping up to 3K resolution and colour night vision, avoiding the cost of re-cabling to IP.
- Driveways and Entry Points: The 2.8mm lens option covers 112° horizontally, making it well suited to wider scenes like driveways, car parks, and pedestrian entries where broad coverage is needed.
- Retail Shopfronts and Counters: Full-time colour imaging and 130 dB WDR help capture usable footage at customer-facing areas where lighting conditions vary significantly throughout the day.
- Outdoor Positions Needing Audio: The built-in microphone and coax audio transmission suit locations where audio context adds value, such as entry gates, loading areas, or reception exteriors, without additional cabling.
- Small Business and Residential Analogue Systems: This camera pairs with compatible Turbo HD DVRs running TVI 4.0, making it appropriate for owners of existing Hikvision Turbo HD systems looking to add higher-resolution cameras.
Why Choose the DS-2CE72KF3T-LS
The DS-2CE72KF3T-LS occupies a specific position in the Turbo HD range: it delivers 3K resolution and F1.0 ColorVu colour night vision within a coaxial analogue system, which a basic 1080p analogue camera cannot match, and without the infrastructure cost of moving to a full IP setup. The Smart Hybrid Light gives the installer control over illumination mode rather than locking the site into white light or IR only, and the built-in microphone with audio over coax is a practical feature that standard analogue cameras in this bracket typically omit. With 130 dB WDR, 3D DNR, and IP67 weather resistance, it is capable across a range of outdoor mounting positions. Available through Security Wholesalers, the DS-2CE72KF3T-LS is a strong option for anyone upgrading an existing coax CCTV system who wants measurably better image detail and colour night performance without re-cabling.
Buyer Decision Tips
Recorder Compatibility: This is a Turbo HD analogue camera with 1 HD analogue output, not an IP camera. It requires a compatible Turbo HD DVR that supports TVI 4.0 and your chosen resolution. If your existing DVR only handles 1080p, confirm it can decode 3K (2960 x 1665) before purchasing, as not all older DVR models support the full resolution this camera outputs.
Lens Selection: This camera is available in 2.8mm and 3.6mm fixed lens versions. The 2.8mm provides a 112° horizontal field of view, which suits wider areas like driveways, open rooms, and shopfronts. The 3.6mm offers a narrower angle for more focused coverage of corridors, entry paths, or counter areas. Neither lens is varifocal, so confirm the required coverage angle before ordering.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Image Sensor |
3K CMOS |
| Maximum Resolution |
2960 x 1665 |
| Minimum Illumination |
0.0005 Lux @ F1.0, AGC on; 0 Lux with white light active |
| Lens Options |
2.8mm or 3.6mm fixed lens (M12 mount) |
| Field of View (2.8mm) |
112° horizontal, 60° vertical, 140° diagonal |
| Day/Night |
ICR (Infrared Cut Filter) |
| Supplement Light Type |
Smart / IR / White Light (Smart Hybrid Light) |
| IR Range |
Up to 40m |
| White Light Range |
Up to 40m |
| WDR |
130 dB true WDR |
| Noise Reduction |
3D DNR |
| Video Output |
1 HD analogue output |
| Audio |
Built-in microphone; audio over coaxial cable; pickup up to 5m radius |
| Power Supply |
12VDC ±25% |
| Max Power Consumption |
5.7W |
| Housing |
Turret; main body metal, enclosure plastic |
| Weather Protection |
IP67 |
| Operating Temperature |
-40°C to 60°C |
| Dimensions |
Ø110mm x 102.7mm |
| Weight |
Approx. 370g |
Ideal Use Cases
Home CCTV Upgrades
Homeowners replacing older analogue cameras can retain their existing coaxial wiring and gain 3K resolution, full-colour night vision, and built-in audio without re-cabling or switching to an IP system.
Retail Shopfronts
The F1.0 aperture and 130 dB WDR handle the mixed lighting common at retail entrances and customer counters, maintaining colour detail through bright windows or overhead lighting changes throughout the trading day.
Driveways and Garages
Mounted under an eave or on an exterior wall, the IP67-rated turret housing withstands weather exposure, while Smart Hybrid Light ensures the approach is lit whether IR-only night vision or full colour illumination is preferred.
Warehouses and Workshops
The -40°C to 60°C operating range suits industrial environments with temperature variation. The 40m light range and 3K resolution provide coverage across wider internal spaces without needing multiple cameras at each position.
External Entry Gates and Paths
The built-in microphone captures audio up to 5m radius and transmits it over the coaxial cable alongside the video signal. This is useful at entry paths or gate areas where audio context alongside recorded video is valuable.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You are working with an existing coaxial cable installation, need 3K resolution with 24/7 colour imaging, want the option to switch between IR and white light illumination, and require audio captured and transmitted over the same coax cable without additional wiring.
- Choose a different model if: You need remote access, onboard storage, PoE connectivity, or AI-based detection features such as human and vehicle filtering, as these capabilities are only available in IP network cameras rather than Turbo HD analogue models like this one.
- Choose a different lens if: The coverage area is a narrower corridor, doorway, or counter view where a 3.6mm lens would provide a tighter, more focused frame than the wide 112° view of the 2.8mm option.
FAQs
- Is the DS-2CE72KF3T-LS an IP network camera?
No. This is a Turbo HD analogue camera with 1 HD analogue output. It transmits video over coaxial cable to a compatible DVR, not over an Ethernet network. It cannot connect directly to a router, NVR, or network switch.
- What DVR do I need to use this camera?
You need a Hikvision Turbo HD DVR that supports TVI 4.0 and the 3K (2960 x 1665) resolution this camera outputs. Not all existing Turbo HD DVRs handle 3K natively, so confirm your recorder’s supported resolutions before purchasing this camera.
- Does this camera produce colour footage at night?
Yes. The F1.0 large aperture and ColorVu design allow 24/7 full-colour imaging. Minimum illumination is rated at 0.0005 Lux at F1.0 with AGC on, and 0 Lux when the white light supplement is active. IR mode captures monochrome night images if white light is not needed.
- How does Smart Hybrid Light work on this camera?
Hikvision specifies 3 supplement light modes for this camera: IR only, white light only, and smart mode. In smart mode the camera can switch between IR and white light based on scene conditions. Both IR and white light are rated to 40m range.
- Can I mount this camera outdoors on an exterior wall or eave?
Yes. The DS-2CE72KF3T-LS carries an IP67 weather resistance rating, meaning it is protected against dust and sustained water contact. The operating temperature range of -40°C to 60°C makes it suitable for exposed outdoor positions in Australian conditions.
- Does the built-in microphone support two-way audio?
No. The camera has a built-in microphone only, with audio transmitted over the coaxial cable to a compatible DVR for recording. There is no built-in speaker confirmed, so two-way communication is not supported by this camera.
- Which lens option suits my installation?
The 2.8mm lens covers 112° horizontally and is well suited to wider scenes such as driveways, open rooms, and shopfronts. The 3.6mm lens offers a narrower angle suited to corridors, entry paths, or focused counter coverage. Both are fixed lenses with no optical zoom. The DS-2CE72KF3T-LS is part of the Security Wholesalers Hikvision Turbo HD range, and both lens options are available to order.
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