The DS-2CD2086G2-I is an 8MP AcuSense fixed bullet network camera designed for commercial surveillance applications that require high-resolution video, intelligent target classification, and reliable outdoor performance. With 3840 × 2160 Ultra HD imaging, it provides detailed monitoring for warehouse perimeters, commercial entrances, parking areas, loading docks, office buildings, and exterior access points.
AcuSense technology helps classify human and vehicle targets, reducing unnecessary alerts caused by general motion, weather, animals, or background activity. This makes the camera a practical choice for businesses that need more accurate event detection around perimeter zones and access areas.
The camera supports 120 dB Wide Dynamic Range to improve visibility in high-contrast scenes such as glass entrances, shaded loading docks, parking lot exits, and areas affected by strong backlight. Smart IR illumination provides nighttime visibility up to 40 meters for dependable monitoring in low-light and zero-light environments.
With H.265+ compression, onboard microSD storage up to 256 GB, ONVIF Profile S/G/T compatibility, PoE support, face capture, perimeter protection events, and IP67 weather protection, the DS-2CD2086G2-I is built for professional commercial security deployments.
Perimeter Monitoring Advantages
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8MP Video Detail – Ultra HD resolution helps capture clear images for commercial monitoring applications.
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AcuSense Detection – Human and vehicle classification improves event accuracy and reduces unnecessary alerts.
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Strong Backlight Handling – 120 dB WDR helps maintain usable video in high-contrast outdoor scenes.
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Long-Range IR Coverage – Smart IR illumination supports nighttime monitoring up to 40 meters.
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Edge Recording Support – Built-in microSD storage up to 256 GB provides local recording flexibility.
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Outdoor Commercial Design – IP67 weather protection supports installation in exposed business environments.
Recommended Applications
- Warehouse Perimeters
- Commercial Building Entrances
- Parking Lot Access Points
- Loading Docks
- Retail Storefronts
- Office Building Exteriors
- Distribution Center Entrances
- Industrial Facility Perimeters
- School Exterior Walkways
- Service Door Monitoring
| Camera |
| Image Sensor |
1/1.8" Progressive Scan CMOS |
| Max. Resolution |
3840 × 2160 |
| Min. Illumination |
Color: 0.003 Lux @ (F1.6, AGC ON), B/W: 0 Lux with IR |
| Shutter Time |
1/3 s to 1/100,000 s |
| Day & Night |
IR cut filter |
| Angle Adjustment |
Pan: 0 to 360°, tilt: 0 to 90°, rotation: 0 to 360° |
| Lens |
| Lens Type |
Fixed focal lens, 2.8, 4, and 6 mm optional |
| Focal Length & FOV |
2.8 mm:Horizontal FOV 111°, vertical FOV 59°, diagonal FOV 131° |
| Lens Mount |
M12 |
| Iris Type |
Fixed |
| Aperture |
F1.6 |
| DORI |
| DORI |
2.8 mm:D: 89.2 m, O: 35.4 m, R: 17.8 m, I: 8.9 m |
| Illuminator |
| Supplement Light Type |
IR |
| Supplement Light Range |
Up to 40 m |
| Smart Supplement Light |
Yes |
| IR Wavelength |
850 nm |
| Video |
| Main Stream |
50 Hz:25 fps (3840 × 2160, 3200 × 1800, 2688 × 1520, 1920 × 1080, 1280 × 720)
60 Hz:24 fps (3840 × 2160)
30 fps (3200 × 1800, 2688 × 1520, 1920 × 1080, 1280 × 720) |
| Sub-Stream |
50 Hz:25 fps (640 × 480, 640 × 360)
60 Hz:30 fps (640 × 480, 640 × 360) |
| Third Stream |
50 Hz:10 fps (1920 × 1080, 1280 × 720, 640 × 480, 640 × 360)
60 Hz:10 fps (1920 × 1080, 1280 × 720, 640 × 480, 640 × 360)
*Third stream is supported under certain settings. |
| Video Compression |
Main stream:H.265/H.264/H.264+/H.265+
Sub-stream:H.265/H.264/MJPEG
Third stream:H.265/H.264
*Third stream is supported under certain settings. |
| Video Bit Rate |
32 Kbps to 16 Mbps |
| H.264 Type |
Baseline Profile/Main Profile/High Profile |
| H.265 Type |
Main Profile |
| Bit Rate Control |
CBR/VBR |
| Scalable Video Coding (SVC) |
H.264 and H.265 encoding |
| Region of Interest (ROI) |
1 fixed region for main stream and sub-stream |
| Target Cropping |
Yes |
| Audio |
| Audio Type |
-U: Mono sound |
| Audio Compression |
-U: G.711ulaw/G.711alaw/G.722.1/G.726/MP2L2/PCM/MP3/AAC |
| Audio Bit Rate |
-U: 64 Kbps (G.711ulaw/G.711alaw)/16 Kbps (G.722.1)/16 Kbps (G.726)/32 to 192 Kbps (MP2L2)/8 to 320 Kbps (MP3)/16 to 64 Kbps (AAC) |
| Audio Sampling Rate |
-U: 8 kHz/16 kHz/32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz |
| Environment Noise Filtering |
-U: Yes |
| Network |
| Protocols |
TCP/IP, ICMP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, RTP, RTSP, NTP, UPnP, SMTP, IGMP, 802.1X, QoS, IPv4, IPv6, UDP, Bonjour, SSL/TLS, PPPoE, SNMP, ARP |
| Simultaneous Live View |
Up to 6 channels |
| API |
Open Network Video Interface (PROFILE S, PROFILE G, PROFILE T), ISAPI, SDK |
| User/Host |
Up to 32 users. 3 user levels: administrator, operator and user |
| Security |
Password protection, complicated password, HTTPS encryption, IP address filter, Security Audit Log, basic and digest authentication for HTTP/HTTPS, TLS 1.1/1.2, WSSE and digest authentication for Open Network Video Interface |
| Network Storage |
MicroSD/SDHC/SDXC card (256 GB) local storage, and NAS (NFS, SMB/CIFS), auto network replenishment (ANR)
Together with high-end Hik memory card, memory card encryption and health detection are supported. |
| Client |
iVMS-4200, Mobile App, VMS Platform |
| Web Browser |
Plug-in required live view: IE 10+
Plug-in free live view: Chrome 57.0+, Firefox 52.0+
Local service: Chrome 57.0+, Firefox 52.0+ |
| Image |
| Image Parameters Switch |
Yes |
| Image Settings |
Rotate mode, saturation, brightness, contrast, sharpness, gain, white balance adjustable by client software or web browser |
| Day/Night Switch |
Day, Night, Auto, Schedule |
| Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) |
120 dB |
| SNR |
≥ 52 dB |
| Image Enhancement |
BLC, HLC, 3D DNR |
| Interface |
| Ethernet Interface |
1 RJ45 10 M/100 M self-adaptive Ethernet port |
| On-Board Storage |
Built-in micro SD, up to 256 GB |
| Built-in Microphone |
-U: Yes |
| Reset Key |
Yes |
| Event |
| Basic Event |
Motion detection (human and vehicle targets classification), video tampering alarm, exception |
| Smart Event |
Line crossing detection, intrusion detection, region entrance detection, region exiting detection (support alarm triggering by specified target types (human and vehicle))
Scene change detection |
| Linkage |
Upload to FTP/NAS/memory card, notify surveillance center, send email, trigger recording, trigger capture |
| Deep Learning Function |
| Face Capture |
Yes |
| General |
| Power |
12 VDC ± 25%:0.5 A, max. 6 W, Ø5.5 mm coaxial power plug, reverse polarity protection
PoE:802.3af, Class 3, 36 V to 57 V, 0.2 A to 0.13 A, max. 7.2 W |
| Dimension |
Ø70 mm ×161.7 mm (Ø2.8" × 6.37") |
| Package Dimension |
216 mm × 121 × 118 mm (8.5" × 4.8" ×4.6") |
| Weight |
Approx. 485 g (1.1 lb.) |
| With Package Weight |
Approx. 749 g (1.6 lb.) |
| Storage Conditions |
-30 °C to 60 °C (-22 °F to 140 °F). Humidity 95% or less (non-condensing) |
| Startup and Operating Conditions |
-30 °C to 60 °C (-22 °F to 140 °F). Humidity 95% or less (non-condensing) |
| Language |
33 languages
English, Russian, Estonian, Bulgarian, Hungarian, Greek, German, Italian, Czech, Slovak, French, Polish, Dutch, Portuguese, Spanish, Romanian, Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Croatian, Slovenian, Serbian, Turkish, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese, Latvian, Lithuanian, Portuguese (Brazil), Ukrainian |
| General Function |
Anti-flicker, heartbeat, mirror, privacy mask, flash log, password reset via email, pixel counter |
| Approval |
| EMC |
CE-EMC:EN 55032: 2015, EN 61000-3-2: 2014, EN 61000-3-3: 2013, EN 50130-4: 2011 +A1: 2014
RCM:AS/NZS CISPR 32: 2015
KC:KN 32: 2015, KN 35: 2015 |
| Safety |
UL:UL 60950-1
CB:IEC 60950-1:2005 + Am 1:2009 + Am 2:2013
CE-LVD:EN 60950-1:2005 + Am 1:2009 + Am 2:2013 |
| Environment |
CE-RoHS:2011/65/EU
WEEE:2012/19/EU
Reach:Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 |
| Protection |
IP67:IEC 60529-2013 |
Find answers to common questions about compatibility, installation, infrared night vision, recording storage, and AcuSense human and vehicle classification.
Where is the DS-2CD2086G2-I commonly installed?
The DS-2CD2086G2-I is commonly installed at warehouse perimeters, commercial building entrances, parking lot access points, loading docks, retail storefronts, industrial facilities, school exteriors, and service door areas.
Is this camera suitable for commercial perimeter monitoring?
Yes. Its 8MP Ultra HD resolution, AcuSense human and vehicle classification, 120 dB WDR, 40 m Smart IR, and IP67-rated housing make it well suited for commercial perimeter surveillance.
Can the DS-2CD2086G2-I monitor parking lots and loading docks at night?
Yes. The camera supports Smart IR illumination up to 40 meters, helping monitor parking areas, loading docks, drive lanes, and exterior business locations in low-light conditions.
What types of businesses typically deploy this camera?
Security installers, warehouses, retail businesses, office buildings, schools, logistics centers, industrial facilities, and commercial property managers commonly deploy this model.
Does the DS-2CD2086G2-I support AcuSense human and vehicle detection?
Yes. The camera supports human and vehicle target classification for motion detection and perimeter protection events, helping reduce false alarms from non-relevant motion.
Does the DS-2CD2086G2-I include built-in audio?
No. The DS-2CD2086G2-I standard model does not include a built-in microphone. Built-in microphone support applies only to the -U variant.
Does this camera support local recording?
Yes. The built-in microSD, microSDHC, and microSDXC card slot supports local storage up to 256 GB for edge recording and backup.
Is this camera compatible with ONVIF systems?
Yes. The camera supports ONVIF Profile S, Profile G, and Profile T for integration with compatible professional NVRs and video management systems.
Is the DS-2CD2086G2-I designed for outdoor installation?
Yes. The camera has an IP67-rated weather-resistant housing designed for outdoor commercial environments exposed to rain, dust, and demanding conditions.
What is the maximum video resolution of the DS-2CD2086G2-I?
The camera supports a maximum resolution of 3840 × 2160, delivering 8MP Ultra HD video for commercial surveillance applications.
