In the ever-evolving landscape of surveillance technology, HIKVISION has consistently stood at the forefront, pushing boundaries and redefining the standards of excellence. Among its impressive lineup, the HIKVISION Positioning System Cameras shine as a beacon of innovation, combining advanced optics, intelligent tracking, and unparalleled imaging capabilities to offer a truly cutting-edge surveillance solution.

**Unveiling Precision Imaging**

At the heart of HIKVISION Positioning System Cameras lies a state-of-the-art image sensor. With a size of 1/1.8 inches, this progressive scan CMOS sensor ensures exceptional clarity and detail. The cameras achieve a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, capturing even the minutest of details with remarkable precision. Whether it’s identifying a distant license plate or recognizing facial features, the imaging capabilities of these cameras are truly awe-inspiring.

Value Series

HIKVISION DS-2DE4A425IWG-E 4-inch 4 MP 25X Powered by DarkFighter IR Network Speed Dome

DS-2DE4A425IWG-E

4-inch 4 MP 25X Powered by DarkFighter IR Network Speed Dome

• High quality imaging with 4 MP resolution
• Focuses on human and vehicle targets classification based on deep learning
• Excellent low-light performance via powered-by-DarkFighter technology
• Clear imaging against strong back lighting due to 120 dB WDR technology
• Pan and tilt ability enables camera to monitor zones of interest
• 4 × optical zoom allows for closer viewing of subjects in expansive areas
• Up to 50 m IR range ensures safety at night
• Support audio visual alarm

Hikvision DS-2DE3A404IWG-E/W 4 MP 4x Zoom IR Wi-Fi Mini PT Dome Network Camera

DS-2DE3A404IWG-E/W 4 MP 4x Zoom IR Wi-Fi Mini PT Dome Network Camera

• High quality imaging with 4 MP resolution
• Focuses on human and vehicle targets classification based on deep learning
• Excellent low-light performance via powered-by-DarkFighter technology
• Clear imaging against strong back lighting due to 120 dB WDR technology
• Pan and tilt ability enables camera to monitor zones of interest
• 4 × optical zoom allows for closer viewing of subjects in expansive areas
• Up to 50 m IR range ensures safety at night
• Wi-Fi connection and easy installation
• Support audio visual alarm

HIKVISION DS-2DE3204W-DE(T5) 3-inch 2 MP 4x Zoom Mini PT Dome Network Camera

DS-2DE3204W-DE(T5)

3-inch 2 MP 4x Zoom Mini PT Dome Network Camera

• High quality imaging with 2 MP resolution
• Clear imaging against strong back lighting due to 120 dB WDR technology
• Pan and tilt ability enables camera to monitor zones of interest
• 4 × optical zoom allows for closer viewing of subjects in expansive areas
• Water and dust resistant (IP66)

HIKVISION DS-2DE3A400BW-DE(T5) 3-inch 4 MP ColorVu Mini PT Dome Network Camera

DS-2DE3A400BW-DE(T5)

3-inch 4 MP ColorVu Mini PT Dome Network Camera

• Focuses on human and vehicle targets classification based on deep learning
• Face capture: automatic selection of best shot; up to 5 faces detected and captured at the same time
• Linked audible and visual alarm. Built-in microphone and speaker
• Up to 2560 × 1440 @ 30 fps
• Min. illumination: Color: 0.0005 Lux @ (F1.0, AGC ON); 0 Lux with white light
• 24/7 colorful imaging with low power consumption. Up to 30 m white light distance
• 120 dB WDR, 3D DNR, HLC
• IP66; PoE

HIKVISION DS-2DE3A400BW-DE/W(T5) 3-inch 4 MP ColorVu Wi-Fi Mini PT Dome Network Camera

DS-2DE3A400BW-DE/W(T5)

3-inch 4 MP ColorVu Wi-Fi Mini PT Dome Network Camera

• Accurate human and vehicle target classification and alarm, and face capture based on deep learning hardware and algorithm
• Face capture: automatic selection of best shot; up to 5 faces detected and captured at the same time
• Linked audible and visual alarm. Built-in microphone and speaker
• Up to 2560 × 1440 @ 30 fps
• Min. illumination: Color: 0.0005 Lux @ (F1.0, AGC ON); 0 Lux with white light
• 24/7 colorful imaging with low power consumption. Up to 30 m white light distance
• 120 dB WDR, 3D DNR, HLC
• IP66; PoE

HIKVISION DS-2DE3A404IW-DE(S6) 3-inch 4 MP 4x Zoom IR Mini PT Dome Network Camera

DS-2DE3A404IW-DE(S6) 3-inch 4 MP 4x Zoom IR Mini PT Dome Network Camera

• High quality imaging with 4 MP resolution
• Excellent low-light performance via powered-by-DarkFighter technology
• Clear imaging against strong back lighting due to 120 dB WDR technology
• Pan and tilt ability enables camera to monitor zones of interest
• 4 × optical zoom allows for closer viewing of subjects in expansive areas
• Up to 50 m IR range ensures safety at night
• Support audio visual alarm

HIKVISION DS-2DE3A404IW-DE/W(S6) 3-inch 4 MP 4x Zoom IR Wi-Fi Mini PT Dome Network Camera

DS-2DE3A404IW-DE/W(S6) 3-inch 4 MP 4x Zoom IR Wi-Fi Mini PT Dome Network Camera

• High quality imaging with 4 MP resolution
• Excellent low-light performance via powered-by-DarkFighter technology
• Clear imaging against strong back lighting due to 120 dB WDR technology
• Pan and tilt ability enables camera to monitor zones of interest
• 4 × optical zoom allows for closer viewing of subjects in expansive areas
• Up to 50 m IR range ensures safety at night
• Wi-Fi connection and easy installation
• Support audio visual alarm

HIKVISION DS-2DE2A204IW-DE3(S6) 2-inch 2 MP 4x Zoom IR Mini PT Dome Network Camera

DS-2DE2A204IW-DE3(S6) 2-inch 2 MP 4x Zoom IR Mini PT Dome Network Camera

• High quality imaging with 2 MP resolution
• Excellent low-light performance via powered-by-DarkFighter technology
• Clear imaging against strong back lighting due to 120 dB WDR technology
• Pan and tilt ability enables camera to monitor zones of interest
• 4x optical zoom allows for closer viewing of subjects in expansive areas
• Up to 20 m IR range ensures safety at night
• Water and dust resistant (IP66) and vandal proof (IK10)

HIKVISION DS-2DE2A204IW-DE3/W(S6) 2-inch 2 MP 4x Zoom Wi-Fi IR Mini PT Dome Network Camera

DS-2DE2A204IW-DE3/W(S6)

2-inch 2 MP 4x Zoom Wi-Fi IR Mini PT Dome Network Camera

• High quality imaging with 2 MP resolution
• Excellent low-light performance via powered-by-DarkFighter technology
• Clear imaging against strong back lighting due to 120 dB WDR technology
• Pan and tilt ability enables camera to monitor zones of interest
• 4x optical zoom allows for closer viewing of subjects in expansive areas
• Up to 20 m IR range ensures safety at night
• Supports Wi-Fi connection and easy installation
• Water and dust resistant (IP66) and vandal proof (IK10)

HIKVISION DS-2DE2A404IW-DE3(S6) 2-inch 4 MP 4x Zoom IR Mini PT Dome Network Camera

DS-2DE2A404IW-DE3(S6)

2-inch 4 MP 4x Zoom IR Mini PT Dome Network Camera

• High quality imaging with 4 MP resolution
• Excellent low-light performance via powered-by-DarkFighter technology
• Clear imaging against strong back lighting due to 120 dB WDR technology
• Pan and tilt ability enables camera to monitor zones of interest
• 4x optical zoom allows for closer viewing of subjects in expansive areas
• Up to 20m IR range ensures safety at night
• Water and dust resistant (IP66) and vandal proof (IK10)

HIKVISION DS-2DE2A404IW-DE3/W(S6) 2-inch 4 MP 4x Zoom Wi-Fi IR Mini PT Dome Network Camera

DS-2DE2A404IW-DE3/W(S6) 2-inch 4 MP 4x Zoom Wi-Fi IR Mini PT Dome Network Camera

• High quality imaging with 4 MP resolution
• Excellent low-light performance via powered-by-DarkFighter technology
• Clear imaging against strong back lighting due to 120 dB WDR technology
• Pan and tilt ability enables camera to monitor zones of interest
• 4x optical zoom allows for closer viewing of subjects in expansive areas
• Up to 20 m IR range ensures safety at night
• Water and dust resistant (IP66) and vandal proof (IK10)
• Supports Wi-Fi connection and easy installation

HIKVISION DS-2DE2C200MW-DE(S7) 2-inch 2 MP IR Mini PT Dome Network Camera

DS-2DE2C200MW-DE(S7) 2-inch 2 MP IR Mini PT Dome Network Camera

• High quality imaging with 2 MP resolution
• Clear imaging against strong back light due to DWDR technology
• 3D DNR technology delivers clean and sharp images
• Hik-Connect cloud service and APP for remote management and views of devices
• Built-in microphone for real-time audio security
• Built-in memory card slot, support microSD/SDHC/SDXC card, up to 256 GB
• Water and dust resistant IP66

HIKVISION DS-2DE2C200SCG-E 2-inch 2 MP ColorVu Mini PT Dome Network Camera

DS-2DE2C200SCG-E

2-inch 2 MP ColorVu Mini PT Dome Network Camera

• High quality imaging with 2 MP resolution
• Clear imaging against strong back light due to DWDR technology
• 3D DNR technology delivers clean and sharp images
• Hik-Connect cloud service and APP for remote management and views of devices
• Built-in microphone and speaker for real-time audio security
• Built-in memory card slot, support microSD/SDHC/SDXC card, up to 256 GB
• Water and dust resistant IP66

HIKVISION DS-2DE2C400MW-DE(S7) 2-inch 4 MP IR Mini PT Dome Network Camera

DS-2DE2C400MW-DE(S7)

2-inch 4 MP IR Mini PT Dome Network Camera

• High quality imaging with 4 MP resolution
• Clear imaging against strong back light due to DWDR technology
• 3D DNR technology delivers clean and sharp images
• Hik-Connect cloud service and APP for remote management and views of devices
• Built-in microphone for real-time audio security
• Built-in memory card slot, support microSD/SDHC/SDXC card, up to 256 GB
• Water and dust resistant IP66

HIKVISION DS-2DE2C400SCG-E 2-inch 4 MP ColorVu Mini PT Dome Network Camera

DS-2DE2C400SCG-E 2-inch 4 MP ColorVu Mini PT Dome Network Camera

• High quality imaging with 4 MP resolution
• Clear imaging against strong back light due to DWDR technology
• 3D DNR technology delivers clean and sharp images
• Hik-Connect cloud service and APP for remote management and views of devices
• Built-in microphone and speakerfor real-time audio security
• Built-in memory card slot, support microSD/SDHC/SDXC card, up to 256 GB
• Water and dust resistant IP66

HIKVISION DS-2DE3C210IX-DE(C1)(T5) 3-inch 2 MP 10X Powered by DarkFighter IR Network Speed Dome

DS-2DE3C210IX-DE(C1)(T5) 3-inch 2 MP 10X Powered by DarkFighter IR Network Speed Dome

• High quality imaging with 2 MP resolution
• Excellent low-light performance with powered-by-DarkFighter technology
• 10x optical zoom and 16x digital zoom provide close up views over an expansive area
• Up to 50 m IR range ensures safety at night
• Supports face capture, detects, captures, grades and selects faces in motion, and outputs the best face picture
• Water and dust resistant (IP66)

Special Series

HIKVISION DS-2DY5225IX-AE(T5) 5-inch 2 MP 25X DarkFighter IR Network Positioning System

DS-2DY5225IX-AE(T5) 5-inch 2 MP 25X DarkFighter IR Network Positioning System

• 1/1.8″ progressive scan CMOS
• Up to 1920 × 1080 @ 30 fps resolution
• Min. illumination: Color: 0.005 Lux @ (F1.5, AGC ON), B/W: 0.001 Lux @(F1.5, AGC ON), 0 Lux with IR
• 25 × optical zoom, 16 × digital zoom
• Low bit rate, true WDR, Defog, Smart IR
• Power-off memory, proportional zoom
• Up to 250 m IR distance
• Support Hi-PoE

HIKVISION DS-2DY5225IX-DM(T5) 5-inch 2 MP 25X DarkFighter IR Network Positioning System

DS-2DY5225IX-DM(T5) 5-inch 2 MP 25X DarkFighter IR Network Positioning System

• 1/1.8″ progressive scan CMOS
• Up to 1920 × 1080 @ 30 fps resolution
• Min. illumination: Color: 0.005 Lux @ (F1.5, AGC ON), B/W: 0.001 Lux @(F1.5, AGC ON), 0 Lux with IR
• 25 × optical zoom, 16 × digital zoom
• Low bit rate, true WDR, Defog, Smart IR
• Power-off memory, proportional zoom
• Up to 250 m IR distance

HIKVISION iDS-2VS435-F840-EY(T5) 8-inch 4 MP 40X DarkFighter Traffic Network Speed Dome

iDS-2VS435-F840-EY(T5) 8-inch 4 MP 40X DarkFighter Traffic Network Speed Dome

• High quality imaging with 4 MP resolution
• Excellent low-light performance with DarkFighter technology
• 40 × optical zoom, 16 × digital zoom
• 140 dB WDR, 3D DNR, HLC, BLC, EIS, defog
• 400 m IR distance
• Efficient H.265+/H.265 compression technology
• Multiple violations supported: illegal parking detection, reverse driving detection, over lane line detection, illegal lane change detection, vehicle on non-motor vehicle lane, U-turning detection
• Water and dust resistant (IP67)
• The illegal parking detection distance is 300 m in multi-scene patrol

HIKVISION iDS-2VS445-F835H-MEY(T5) Traffic DarkFighterX 8-inch 4 MP 35X Network Speed

iDS-2VS445-F835H-MEY(T5) Traffic DarkFighterX 8-inch 4 MP 35X Network Speed

• High quality imaging with 4 MP resolution
• Excellent low-light performance with DarkFighter X technology
• 35 × optical zoom, 16 × digital zoom
• 140 dB WDR, 3D DNR, HLC, BLC, EIS, defog
• 300 m IR distance
• Efficient H.265+/H.265 compression technology
• Multiple violations supported: illegal parking detection, reverse driving detection, over lane line detection, illegal lane change detection, vehicle on non-motor vehicle lane, U-turning detection
• Water and dust resistant (IP67)
• The illegal parking detection distance is 300 m in multi-scene patrol

Hikvision DS-2DY3220IW-DE(S6) 3-inch 2 MP 20X Powered by DarkFighter IR Network Positioning System

DS-2DY3220IW-DE(S6) 3-inch 2 MP 20X Powered by DarkFighter IR Network Positioning System

• High quality imaging with 2 MP resolution
• Clear imaging against strong back lighting due to 120 dB WDR technology
• 20x optical zoom provides close up views over expansive areas
• Good night-time performance with up to 50 m IR
• Water and dust resistant (IP66)

Hikvision DS-2DY3220IW-DE4(S6) 3-inch 2 MP 20X Powered by DarkFighter IR Network Positioning System

DS-2DY3220IW-DE4(S6) 3-inch 2 MP 20X Powered by DarkFighter IR Network Positioning System

• High quality imaging with 2 MP resolution
• Clear imaging against strong back lighting due to 120 dB WDR technology
• 20x optical zoom provides close up views over expansive areas
• Good night-time performance with up to 50 m IR
• Water and dust resistant (IP66)

Hikvision DS-2DY3420IW-DE(S6) 3-inch 4 MP 20X Powered by DarkFighter IR Network Positioning System

DS-2DY3420IW-DE(S6) 3-inch 4 MP 20X Powered by DarkFighter IR Network Positioning System

• High quality imaging with 4 MP resolution
• Clear imaging against strong back lighting due to 120 dB WDR technology
• 20x optical zoom provides close up views over expansive areas
• Good night-time performance with up to 50 m IR
• Water and dust resistant (IP66)

Hikvision DS-2DY3420IW-DE4(S6) 3-inch 4 MP 20X Powered by DarkFighter IR Network Positioning System

DS-2DY3420IW-DE4(S6) 3-inch 4 MP 20X Powered by DarkFighter IR Network Positioning System

• High quality imaging with 4 MP resolution
• Clear imaging against strong back lighting due to 120 dB WDR technology
• 20x optical zoom provides close up views over expansive areas
• Good night-time performance with up to 50 m IR
• Water and dust resistant (IP66)

HIKVISION DS-2DY7236IX-A(T5) 7-inch 2 MP 36X DarkFighter IR Network Positioning System

DS-2DY7236IX-A(T5) 7-inch 2 MP 36X DarkFighter IR Network Positioning System

• 1/1.8″ progressive scan CMOS
• Up to 1920 × 1080 @ 30 fps resolution
• Min. illumination: Color: 0.005 Lux @ (F1.6, AGC ON), B/W: 0.001 Lux @(F1.6, AGC ON), 0 Lux with IR
• 36 × optical zoom, 16 × digital zoom
• 120 dB WDR, HLC, BLC, 3D DNR, Defog, Regional Exposure, Regional Focus
• Up to 150 m IR distance
• Support H.265+/H.265 video compression

HIKVISION DS-2DY9236X-A(T3) 9-inch 2 MP 36X DarkFighter Network Positioning System

DS-2DY9236X-A(T3)

9-inch 2 MP 36X DarkFighter Network Positioning System

• 1/1.8″ progressive scan CMOS
• Up to 1920 × 1080 resolution
• Min. illumination:Color: 0.002 Lux @(F1.3, AGC ON) ,B/W: 0.0002 Lux @(F1.3, AGC ON)
• Rain-sensing auto wiper
• 36× optical zoom, 16×digital zoom
• 140dB WDR, 3D DNR, HLC, BLC
• 24 VAC
• Support H.265+/H.265 video compression

HIKVISION DS-2DY9240IX-A(T5) 9-inch 2 MP 40X DarkFighter IR Network Positioning System

DS-2DY9240IX-A(T5) 9-inch 2 MP 40X DarkFighter IR Network Positioning System

• 1/1.8″ progressive scan CMOS
• Up to 1920 × 1080 resolution
• Min. illumination:Color: 0.005 Lux @(F1.2, AGC ON) ,B/W: 0.001 Lux @(F1.2, AGC ON),0 Lux with IR
• Rain-sensing auto wiper
• 40× optical zoom, 16×digital zoom
• 140dB WDR, 3D DNR, HLC, BLC, Smart IR
• 24 VAC
• Support H.265+/H.265 video compression
• Support up to 400 m IR distance

HIKVISION DS-2DY9250IAX-A(T5) 9-inch 2 MP 50X Powered by Powered by DarkFighter Laser Network Positioning System

DS-2DY9250IAX-A(T5)

9-inch 2 MP 50X Powered by Powered by DarkFighter Laser Network Positioning System

• 1/1.8″ progressive scan CMOS
• Up to 1920 × 1080 resolution
• Min. illumination:Color: 0.005 Lux @(F1.2, AGC ON) ,B/W: 0.001 Lux @(F1.2, AGC ON),0 Lux with Laser
• Rain-sensing auto wiper
• 50× optical zoom, 16×digital zoom
• 140dB WDR, 3D DNR, HLC, BLC, Smart IR
• 24 VAC
• Support H.265+/H.265 video compression
• Support up to 1000 m laser distance

HIKVISION DS-2DY9250X-A(T5) 9-inch 2 MP 50X Powered by DarkFighter Network Positioning System

DS-2DY9250X-A(T5) 9-inch 2 MP 50X Powered by DarkFighter Network Positioning System

• 1/1.8″ progressive scan CMOS
• Up to 1920 × 1080 resolution
• Min. illumination:Color: 0.005 Lux @(F1.2, AGC ON) ,B/W: 0.001 Lux @(F1.2, AGC ON)
• Rain-sensing auto wiper
• 50× optical zoom, 16×digital zoom
• 140dB WDR, 3D DNR, HLC, BLC, Smart IR
• 24 VAC
• Support H.265+/H.265 video compression

HIKVISION DS-2DYH2A0IXS-D(T2) H series 2MP 100X Powered by DarkFighter Laser Network Positioning System

DS-2DYH2A0IXS-D(T2) H series 2MP 100X Powered by DarkFighter Laser Network Positioning System

• 2 MP, up to 1920 × 1080 resolution
• Focal length: 10 mm to 1000 mm, 100× optical zoom, 16× digital zoom
• Excellent low-light performance with powered-by-DarkFighter technology
• Up to 3000 m laser distance
• The device adopts the wiper for car, which can effectively work in all weather conditions and easy to change
• Support power-off memory. The device restores to the last position at which it stays for a certain period (configurable) before power-off
• Support optical defog and OIS
• Water and dust resistant (IP66)

**Thriving in Low-Light Conditions**

One of the standout features of HIKVISION Positioning System Cameras is their prowess in low-light conditions. Thanks to the powered-by-DarkFighter technology, these cameras excel in scenarios with minimal illumination. At just 0.005 lux in color mode and an astonishing 0.001 lux in black and white mode, these cameras can unveil the unseen, providing clarity and visibility even in the darkest corners.

**Mastering Pan, Tilt, and Zoom**

The hallmark of any advanced surveillance system is its ability to monitor a wide area with precision. HIKVISION Positioning System Cameras accomplish this with a 360-degree endless pan capability, ensuring that no corner remains hidden. The pan movement is complemented by a tilt range from +90 to -90 degrees, with an auto flip function. This dynamic movement, combined with a 25x optical zoom and 16x digital zoom, enables operators to focus on specific areas of interest without compromising on image quality.

**Intelligent Tracking and Analytics**

A true differentiator for HIKVISION Positioning System Cameras is their intelligent tracking and analytics capabilities. With features like line crossing detection, intrusion detection, and region entrance and exit detection, these cameras go beyond passive monitoring. They actively detect unusual activities and trigger alerts, making them a vital tool in proactive security measures.

**Seamless Integration and Control**

HIKVISION Positioning System Cameras seamlessly integrate into any surveillance ecosystem. They support a range of network protocols, including IPv4/IPv6, HTTP, HTTPS, and more. With support for up to 20 simultaneous live views, these cameras empower security personnel to monitor multiple feeds with ease. Their compatibility with various management platforms, including iVMS-4200 and Hik-Connect, ensures a user-friendly experience.

**Weather-Resistant Design**

These cameras are designed to endure challenging environmental conditions. With an IP66 protection rating, they are dust-tight and safeguarded against powerful jets of water. This resilience extends to their operating temperature range, from -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F), ensuring consistent performance even in extreme climates.

**Conclusion**

Exploring the cutting-edge features of HIKVISION Positioning System Cameras reveals a world of technological marvels. From their precision imaging and low-light prowess to their intelligent tracking and seamless integration capabilities, these cameras redefine what is possible in the realm of surveillance. HIKVISION continues to push the boundaries of innovation, setting new standards for excellence and shaping the future of security.

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