Product Overview
Wide-area monitoring that combines full-colour night vision with responsive pan-tilt-zoom control defines the DS-2DE7A412MCG-EB, Hikvision’s 4MP ColorVu network speed dome built for high-demand outdoor environments. Housed in a 7-inch dome rated IP66, IK10, and TVS 6000V, this camera is engineered for permanent installation across car parks, industrial yards, campus perimeters, and large public spaces where a single fixed-lens camera cannot cover the required area. Featuring a 12x optical zoom lens spanning 6.7mm to 80.4mm, it can sweep a wide scene and then close in on a specific target without sacrificing image quality. Hybrid illumination delivers up to 150m IR range and up to 100m white light coverage, supporting full-colour imaging in near-total darkness. AcuSense deep learning classifies human and vehicle targets to reduce nuisance alerts, while built-in face capture, auto-tracking, and active deterrence via strobe and speaker make this a genuine wide-area response tool rather than a passive recorder.
Key Capabilities
12x Optical Zoom with Auto-Tracking
The motorised 6.7-80.4mm lens delivers 12x optical zoom and 16x digital zoom, allowing operators to move from a wide scene overview to close-up target detail. Auto-tracking uses pan-tilt-zoom movement to follow a detected subject across the field of view without manual intervention.
ColorVu Full-Colour Night Imaging
The 1/1.8-inch CMOS sensor with F1.2 aperture achieves a minimum illumination of 0.0005 Lux in colour mode, producing usable full-colour footage in very low light. Combined with up to 100m white light illumination, the camera avoids the monochrome limitations of standard IR-only cameras during night operation.
Hybrid Illumination up to 150m
Dual IR and white light illuminators extend effective night-time coverage across large outdoor sites. IR reaches up to 150m for long-range detection, while white light up to 100m supports colour identification at closer distances, giving operators flexibility depending on the monitoring task.
AcuSense Human and Vehicle Classification
Deep learning analysis distinguishes between human and vehicle targets across line-crossing and intrusion detection zones. This reduces false event triggers caused by animals, foliage movement, or lighting changes on large open sites, directing attention toward alerts that genuinely warrant a response.
Face Capture at Access Points
The camera can detect and capture up to 5 faces simultaneously, making it suited to entrance monitoring, gatehouse positions, and lobbies where identifying individuals entering a site is a priority. Face capture operates independently of the zoom and pan-tilt control functions.
Active Deterrence with Two-Way Audio
A built-in speaker and microphone enable two-way audio communication, allowing operators to broadcast verbal warnings directly from the camera position. The integrated strobe light adds a visual deterrence component that can be triggered in response to detected events.
Best For
- Large Car Parks and Open Yards: The 360-degree endless pan and 12x optical zoom allow a single camera position to cover an area that would otherwise require multiple fixed cameras, with the ability to zoom in on specific vehicles or incidents as they occur.
- Industrial Site Perimeters: IP66, IK10, and TVS 6000V surge protection make the DS-2DE7A412MCG-EB suited to exposed perimeter positions where weather, physical impact, and electrical surge risk are factors in camera selection.
- Campus and Public Space Monitoring: ColorVu full-colour night imaging combined with 150m IR range supports continuous overnight monitoring of large open areas such as university campuses, parks, and public squares without requiring additional site lighting.
- Controlled Access Points and Gatehouses: Face capture of up to 5 simultaneous subjects, combined with two-way audio and active deterrence, makes this camera effective at entry points where verification and verbal response are both required.
- Warehouse Interiors and Loading Dock Areas: The motorised zoom and pan-tilt flexibility allow a single overhead-mounted unit to monitor long internal aisles or cover a loading dock and surrounding approach without repositioning.
Why Choose the DS-2DE7A412MCG-EB
The DS-2DE7A412MCG-EB separates itself from standard fixed-lens outdoor cameras through the combination of 12x optical zoom, ColorVu full-colour night imaging, and active deterrence in a single weatherproof housing. A fixed turret or bullet camera positioned at the same mounting point cannot replicate the pan-tilt coverage, auto-tracking response, or zoom-in detail this unit provides. The 1/1.8-inch sensor with F1.2 aperture achieves colour imaging down to 0.0005 Lux, meaning colour is retained in conditions where typical cameras switch to monochrome. AcuSense classification, face capture for up to 5 subjects, 300 preset positions, and power-off memory add operational depth that basic PTZ cameras in the same size class do not deliver. Available through Security Wholesalers, the DS-2DE7A412MCG-EB is suited to installations where wide-area coverage, colour night visibility, and on-site deterrence response are all required from a single camera position.
Buyer Decision Tips
Power Supply Compatibility: The DS-2DE7A412MCG-EB requires either 24VAC or Hi-PoE at up to 42W. Standard 802.3af or 802.3at PoE switches typically provide a maximum of 15.4W or 30W respectively, which is insufficient to power this camera. Confirm your switch or injector supports Hi-PoE (802.3bt or equivalent) before installation, or plan for a 24VAC transformer at the camera location.
Mounting Height and Zoom Coverage Planning: At 12x optical zoom, the effective field of view narrows from 51.5 degrees at the wide end to 7.9 degrees at full telephoto. For sites where auto-tracking will be used, mounting height and surrounding obstructions affect how long a moving target stays within the camera’s tracked zone. A mounting height of 4m to 8m typically provides the best balance between wide-area overview and usable zoom detail for ground-level subjects.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Image Sensor |
1/1.8-inch Progressive Scan CMOS |
| Resolution |
2560 x 1440 (4MP) |
| Lens |
Motorised varifocal 6.7-80.4mm, F1.2, auto/semi/manual focus |
| Zoom |
12x optical, 16x digital |
| Field of View |
Horizontal: 51.5-7.9 degrees; Vertical: 30.3-4.4 degrees; Diagonal: 57.9-9.0 degrees |
| Minimum Illumination |
Colour: 0.0005 Lux at F1.2; B/W: 0.0001 Lux at F1.2; 0 Lux with supplement light |
| Illumination Range |
IR up to 150m; White light up to 100m |
| PTZ Range |
360-degree endless pan; -15 to 90-degree tilt with auto-flip |
| Pan/Tilt Speed |
Pan: 0.1-160 degrees/s (preset 240 degrees/s); Tilt: 0.1-120 degrees/s (preset 200 degrees/s) |
| Presets and Patrols |
300 presets; 8 patrol scans; 4 pattern scans; power-off memory |
| WDR and Image Enhancement |
120dB True WDR, BLC, HLC, 3D DNR, digital defog, electronic image stabilisation |
| Video Compression |
H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264, MJPEG; SVC supported |
| Audio |
Built-in microphone and speaker; audio-in/out ports; G.711, G.722.1, G.726, MP2L2, PCM, AAC-LC |
| Local Storage |
microSD up to 256GB; NAS (NFS/SMB); ANR supported |
| Power |
24VAC or Hi-PoE (802.3bt); maximum 42W; heater 2W |
| Ingress and Surge Protection |
IP66, IK10 (excluding glass), TVS 6000V lightning surge protection |
| Operating Temperature |
-30 degrees C to +65 degrees C; humidity up to 90% |
| Dimensions and Weight |
Diameter 220mm x 357.3mm height; approximately 5.5kg |
Ideal Use Cases
Multi-Level Car Parks
360-degree pan and 12x optical zoom allow a single unit mounted at a central position to cover multiple bays and aisles. Auto-tracking can follow a vehicle or person of interest across the site, while active deterrence allows a verbal response without deploying security personnel.
Industrial and Warehouse Perimeters
IK10 impact resistance, IP66 weatherproofing, and TVS 6000V surge protection suit permanent installation on exposed perimeter walls or poles. AcuSense classification filters vehicle and human events from background movement across long fence lines and access roads.
Campus and Educational Facilities
ColorVu full-colour night imaging and 150m IR range support continuous monitoring of large open campus areas after hours. The 300 preset positions and patrol scan function allow automated coverage of multiple zones without continuous operator input.
Site Entrances and Gatehouses
Face capture of up to 5 simultaneous subjects, combined with two-way audio and the built-in speaker, makes the DS-2DE7A412MCG-EB well suited to vehicle entry points where identifying individuals and communicating directly with them are both part of the access control process.
Public Spaces and Town Centres
The wide-to-telephoto zoom range and endless pan allow this camera to function as both an overview unit and a detail camera from a single mounting point. Colour night imaging retains scene detail during events and gatherings without relying on existing street lighting levels.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: Your site requires wide-area PTZ coverage with full-colour night vision, active deterrence response, and face capture capability from a single outdoor-rated dome housing. The DS-2DE7A412MCG-EB is the right choice when a fixed-lens camera cannot cover the required area and colour identification at night is a priority.
- Choose a different model if: Your installation uses standard PoE switches without Hi-PoE capability and running 24VAC cabling is not practical. A fixed-lens turret or bullet camera with a wide-angle lens may be more appropriate for smaller areas where pan-tilt-zoom control is not required and power budget is limited.
- Choose a different model if: The primary requirement is discreet indoor coverage or a low-profile ceiling mount in a retail or office setting. The 7-inch dome housing and 5.5kg weight of this unit are matched to outdoor pole or wall mounting on commercial and industrial sites rather than interior ceiling applications.
FAQs
- What power supply does the DS-2DE7A412MCG-EB require, and will it work with a standard PoE switch?
This camera requires either 24VAC or Hi-PoE (802.3bt) at a maximum draw of 42W. Standard 802.3af PoE provides 15.4W and 802.3at provides 30W – both are insufficient for this unit. You will need a Hi-PoE capable switch or injector, or a dedicated 24VAC power supply run to the camera location. Confirm your power infrastructure before selecting this camera for your installation.
- How does ColorVu perform in complete darkness?
The DS-2DE7A412MCG-EB uses a large-aperture F1.2 lens and a 1/1.8-inch CMOS sensor to achieve colour imaging down to 0.0005 Lux. When ambient light drops below usable levels, the built-in white light illuminator extends colour coverage up to 100m. IR illumination provides additional range up to 150m in near-zero Lux conditions, though IR footage is monochrome rather than colour.
- Can the camera automatically follow a moving target without operator input?
Yes. The auto-tracking function uses the pan-tilt-zoom drive to follow a detected human or vehicle target across the camera’s field of view once the initial detection occurs. This operates alongside AcuSense classification to reduce tracking responses triggered by non-human or non-vehicle movement such as animals or environmental changes.
- How many preset positions does the DS-2DE7A412MCG-EB support, and will they be retained after a power outage?
The camera supports up to 300 preset positions along with 8 patrol scans and 4 pattern scans. Power-off memory retains the last camera position and preset configuration after a power interruption, so the unit returns to its previous operating state when power is restored rather than defaulting to a home position.
- Is this camera suitable for permanent outdoor installation in Australian conditions?
The DS-2DE7A412MCG-EB carries IP66 weatherproofing for protection against rain and dust ingress, IK10 impact resistance for the dome housing, and TVS 6000V surge protection against lightning-induced electrical spikes. The operating temperature range of -30 to +65 degrees Celsius covers both cold overnight conditions in elevated areas and hot summer ambient temperatures in northern Australian regions.
- What local storage options are available if the network recorder is offline?
The camera supports a microSD card up to 256GB inserted directly into the unit, providing onboard recording independent of a network recorder. NAS storage via NFS or SMB network shares is also supported. ANR (Automatic Network Replenishment) fills gaps in recorder footage using the local microSD card buffer once network connectivity is restored after an interruption.
- Where can I find the datasheet and technical documentation for this camera, and is it available in Australia?
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