Product Overview
Built for demanding outdoor surveillance applications, the iDS-2CD7A46G0/S-IZHSY is a 4MP DeepinView motorised varifocal bullet camera from Hikvision, designed for perimeter monitoring, entry points, and wide-area outdoor coverage where deep learning analytics matter. Featuring Hikvision’s DarkFighter sensor technology on a large 1/1.8″ progressive scan CMOS, it achieves colour imaging from as low as 0.0005 Lux, making it suited to poorly lit yards, car parks, and access roads without relying on white light. Equipped with a choice of motorised varifocal lenses (2.8-12mm or 8-32mm), IR reach of up to 100m, and an onboard deep learning processor capable of simultaneous face, human body, and vehicle detection, this camera goes well beyond standard video capture. It also includes 140 dB WDR, electronic image stabilisation, a built-in heater for cold environments, and IK10 vandal resistance with IP67 weatherproofing. It is well suited to commercial sites, industrial perimeters, and critical infrastructure where analytic accuracy and low-light performance are operational requirements rather than optional extras.
Key Capabilities
DarkFighter Low-Light Performance
The 1/1.8″ CMOS sensor achieves colour imaging at 0.0005 Lux and monochrome at 0.0001 Lux, enabling usable footage in near-dark conditions on car parks, loading docks, and poorly lit perimeters without requiring additional lighting infrastructure.
DeepinView Multi-Target Detection
Onboard deep learning simultaneously detects and captures human bodies, faces, and vehicles in a single scene. It extracts 7 face attributes, 13 human body attributes, and 2 vehicle attributes, making it suited to high-value entry points and investigation workflows where target classification is required.
Motorised Varifocal Lens with Long IR Reach
Available in 2.8-12mm (50m IR) or 8-32mm (100m IR) configurations, the motorised lens allows installers to precisely frame coverage after mounting. The longer focal option suits wide driveways, fence lines, and open yard approaches where standard cameras fall short.
Face Capture and Comparison
Detects up to 60 faces simultaneously and supports face library comparison across up to 10 libraries with 150,000 faces each. This makes the camera functional as a standalone identification tool at controlled entry points, integrated into a compatible Hikvision management platform.
140 dB Wide Dynamic Range
A 140 dB WDR rating handles scenes with simultaneous bright backgrounds and shadowed foregrounds, such as entry gates facing direct sunlight or covered loading areas with bright outdoor zones visible in the same frame.
Rugged Build with Built-In Heater
An aluminium alloy body rated IP67 and IK10 provides weatherproofing and impact resistance. The built-in heater extends operating capability down to -40 degrees C, making this camera suitable for cold-climate outdoor deployments where standard cameras cannot function reliably.
Best For
- Commercial Perimeter Monitoring: The 8-32mm lens variant with 100m IR reach covers long fence lines, open yards, and wide access roads where shorter-range cameras leave gaps in coverage.
- Controlled Entry Points with Identity Requirements: Face capture supporting up to 60 simultaneous faces and comparison across face libraries of up to 150,000 entries suits gatehouse entries, reception approaches, and controlled access corridors.
- Low-Light and Night-Time Outdoor Sites: DarkFighter sensitivity at 0.0005 Lux colour and 0 Lux with IR makes the camera appropriate for sites where external lighting is limited or inconsistent, including industrial yards and after-hours car parks.
- Harsh-Environment Installations: The built-in heater, IP67 rating, IK10 vandal resistance, and aluminium alloy housing make the camera appropriate for exposed rooftop mounts, cold-climate regions, and sites where physical interference is a concern.
Why Choose the iDS-2CD7A46G0/S-IZHSY
The iDS-2CD7A46G0/S-IZHSY is not a general-purpose outdoor bullet camera. It carries Hikvision’s DeepinView deep learning processor onboard, enabling simultaneous multi-target classification (face, human body, vehicle) without relying on a recorder to perform analytics. The combination of DarkFighter sensitivity on a large 1/1.8″ sensor, P-iris motorised varifocal optics available in a long-reach 8-32mm configuration, and a built-in heater puts it in a different category from standard IP67-rated bullet cameras with fixed or basic varifocal lenses. The 140 dB WDR, electronic image stabilisation, and 5-stream output provide additional operational flexibility for integrators managing complex NVR configurations or third-party platform connections. For sites where accountability, identification, and perimeter detection accuracy are the brief, the iDS-2CD7A46G0/S-IZHSY is available at Security Wholesalers as part of the Hikvision DeepinView range.
Buyer Decision Tips
Lens Variant Selection: This camera is offered in 2 lens configurations. The 2.8-12mm variant provides a wide horizontal FOV of up to 114.5 degrees and 50m IR, suited to shorter approaches, entry gates, or areas requiring broad coverage. The 8-32mm variant narrows the FOV to a maximum of 42.5 degrees horizontal but extends IR reach to 100m, making it the correct choice for long driveways, fence lines, and distant approach monitoring. Confirm your required field of view and IR distance before ordering, as the lens is motorised but not interchangeable between configurations after purchase.
Face Comparison Platform Requirements: The iDS-2CD7A46G0/S-IZHSY supports onboard face comparison across large libraries, but managing those libraries and receiving structured event data requires a compatible Hikvision NVR or VMS platform (such as iVMS-4200 or a DeepinView-compatible NVR). If your recorder does not support DeepinView analytics ingestion, you will still receive video and basic smart event triggers but will not be able to fully utilise the face comparison and multi-target classification features. Confirm recorder compatibility before specifying this camera in a new or existing system.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Image Sensor |
1/1.8″ Progressive Scan CMOS |
| Maximum Resolution |
2560 x 1440 (4MP) |
| Minimum Illumination |
Colour: 0.0005 Lux (F1.2, AGC ON); B/W: 0.0001 Lux (F1.2, AGC ON); 0 Lux with IR |
| Lens Options |
2.8-12mm (FOV: 114.5 to 41.8 degrees horizontal) or 8-32mm (FOV: 42.5 to 15.1 degrees horizontal) |
| Focus |
Auto, semi-auto, manual |
| IR Range |
2.8-12mm: up to 50m; 8-32mm: up to 100m |
| IR Wavelength |
850 nm with smart supplement light |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
140 dB |
| Video Compression |
H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264/MJPEG |
| Frame Rate |
Up to 50fps at 2560 x 1440 (50Hz); up to 60fps (60Hz) |
| Streams |
5 simultaneous streams |
| Deep Learning Functions |
Multi-target detection (face, human body, vehicle); face capture (up to 60 faces); face comparison (up to 150,000 faces per library, 10 libraries); perimeter protection |
| Smart Events |
Line crossing, intrusion, region entrance, region exiting, audio exception, scene change, defocus detection |
| Image Enhancement |
BLC, HLC, Defog, 3D DNR, EIS, 8 programmable polygon privacy masks |
| On-Board Storage |
MicroSD/SDHC/SDXC up to 256 GB |
| Power |
12 VDC or PoE 802.3at (Type 2, Class 4), max. 16.8W |
| Protection Rating |
IP67, IK10 |
| Operating Temperature |
-40 degrees C to 60 degrees C (built-in heater) |
| Body Material |
Aluminium alloy |
| Approvals |
FCC, CE, RCM (AS/NZS CISPR 32:2015), UL, CB, IK10 (IEC 62262:2002), IP67 (IEC 60529-2013) |
Ideal Use Cases
Industrial Yard and Perimeter Monitoring
The 8-32mm lens option with 100m IR range covers large open yards, fence boundaries, and rear access areas where standard cameras cannot reach. DarkFighter sensitivity ensures usable footage throughout the night without supplementary lighting.
Controlled Entry and Gatehouse Approaches
Face capture supporting up to 60 simultaneous detections and comparison across libraries of 150,000 faces makes this camera directly applicable to monitored entry points at commercial buildings, data centres, and gated industrial facilities.
Car Parks and Open-Air Facilities
140 dB WDR handles the high-contrast lighting common in covered car parks with open entries. Multi-target vehicle and human detection provides structured event data rather than generic motion alerts, reducing unnecessary review time.
Cold-Climate and Exposed Outdoor Installations
The built-in heater, IP67 weatherproofing, and -40 degrees C operating rating make the camera appropriate for exposed rooftop mounts, alpine sites, and outdoor installations in regions where temperature extremes would disable standard cameras.
Critical Infrastructure and High-Security Sites
The IK10 vandal-resistant aluminium body, alarm I/O (2 in/2 out), RS-485 interface, and comprehensive network security features including TLS 1.2 and 802.1X authentication make this camera suitable for utility sites, transport infrastructure, and other environments with elevated physical and cyber security requirements.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need onboard deep learning analytics (face capture, face comparison, multi-target classification) combined with DarkFighter low-light performance, long-range IR in a robust outdoor bullet housing, and your site involves perimeter monitoring, controlled access, or cold-climate installation conditions.
- Choose a different model if: Your site requires only standard motion detection or basic perimeter alerts without face or vehicle classification, in which case a fixed-lens IP67 bullet camera with standard IR would provide the necessary outdoor coverage at a lower cost point. Similarly, if your application requires active deterrence (audible alarms or white light strobe), a camera with onboard speaker and integrated white light would be more appropriate than this IR-only model.
FAQs
- What is the difference between the 2.8-12mm and 8-32mm lens options on the iDS-2CD7A46G0/S-IZHSY?
The 2.8-12mm lens provides a wide horizontal FOV of up to 114.5 degrees and 50m IR reach, suited to shorter approaches, entry gates, and areas requiring broad scene coverage. The 8-32mm variant narrows the FOV to a maximum of 42.5 degrees horizontal but extends IR illumination to 100m, making it the right choice for long driveways, open yards, and fence line monitoring where subject detail at distance is the priority.
- Does the iDS-2CD7A46G0/S-IZHSY perform face comparison onboard, or does that require a separate server?
Face comparison is performed onboard this camera. It supports up to 10 face libraries with up to 150,000 faces per library and 150,000 faces in total, including face library encryption. However, creating and managing those libraries, and receiving structured comparison results, requires integration with a compatible Hikvision NVR or VMS platform such as iVMS-4200. The camera itself handles the processing.
- Is this camera suitable for outdoor installation in Australian summer and winter conditions?
Yes. The iDS-2CD7A46G0/S-IZHSY operates from -40 degrees C to 60 degrees C thanks to a built-in heater for cold conditions. The IP67 weatherproof rating and IK10 impact-resistant aluminium alloy body make it suitable for exposed outdoor mounting across the full range of Australian climatic conditions, from alpine to tropical regions.
- Does this camera support two-way audio?
No. The iDS-2CD7A46G0/S-IZHSY includes an audio line input and line output via a 3.5mm connector (on -Y variants), suitable for connecting an external microphone or speaker, but it does not have a built-in microphone or speaker. Two-way audio communication requires an external microphone and speaker connected through those ports.
- What compression formats does the iDS-2CD7A46G0/S-IZHSY support, and how does H.265+ reduce storage requirements?
The camera supports H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264, and MJPEG. H.265+ applies intelligent encoding that reduces bit rate in low-activity areas of the scene, meaning storage consumption drops significantly during periods with little movement. For a camera operating 24 hours in an outdoor perimeter environment, this can reduce NVR storage requirements compared to H.264 by a substantial margin over multi-week retention periods.
- How many simultaneous users can access the live view from this camera?
The iDS-2CD7A46G0/S-IZHSY supports up to 20 simultaneous live view channels and up to 32 user accounts with 3 access levels (administrator, operator, and user). This makes it practical for multi-user monitoring environments such as control rooms, security operations centres, or multi-site management platforms.
- Where can I find support documentation and purchase this camera in Australia?
The official Hikvision datasheet for the iDS-2CD7A46G0/S-IZHSY is linked in the product listing. The camera is offered through Security Wholesalers as part of the Hikvision DeepinView range. For pre-purchase technical questions or compatibility advice, contact the Security Wholesalers team directly.
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