The DS-2CD2183G0-IU is an 8MP fixed dome network camera designed for commercial surveillance applications that require detailed 4K video, strong backlight handling, built-in audio recording, and durable vandal-resistant construction. With 3840 × 2160 resolution, it provides clear monitoring for entrances, hallways, offices, retail spaces, schools, apartment buildings, and other professional security environments.
Its 120 dB True WDR helps improve image clarity in high-contrast scenes such as glass entrances, lobbies, loading areas, shaded walkways, and exterior doors exposed to strong sunlight. This makes the camera a practical choice for locations where lighting changes throughout the day.
The built-in microphone supports real-time audio recording for added situational awareness, while Smart IR illumination provides nighttime visibility up to 30 meters. The camera also supports H.265+ compression to help reduce storage and bandwidth use with compatible systems.
Built with full metal materials, IP66 weather protection, and IK10 vandal resistance, the DS-2CD2183G0-IU is suitable for demanding commercial installations. ONVIF Profile S/G/T compatibility, PoE support, onboard microSD storage, and professional event detection features make it a reliable option for business security deployments.
Built for Public Areas
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8MP Video Detail – Ultra HD resolution helps capture clear images for commercial monitoring applications.
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Built-in Audio Recording – Integrated microphone adds audio awareness through compatible surveillance systems.
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Strong Backlight Handling – 120 dB WDR helps maintain usable video in high-contrast scenes.
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Vandal-Resistant Housing – IK10-rated metal dome construction is designed for public and high-traffic areas.
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Nighttime Visibility – Built-in IR illumination supports low-light monitoring up to 30 meters.
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Flexible System Integration – ONVIF compatibility, PoE, and local microSD storage support professional deployments.
Recommended Applications
- Office Building Entrances
- Retail Store Interiors
- School Hallways
- Apartment Building Corridors
- Healthcare Facility Public Areas
- Commercial Lobbies
- Warehouse Interior Access Points
- Parking Garage Entrances
- Government Building Hallways
- Business Reception Areas
| Camera |
| Image Sensor |
1/2.5" Progressive Scan CMOS |
| Min. Illumination |
Color: 0.028 Lux @ (F2.0, AGC ON), 0 Lux with IR |
| Shutter Speed |
1/3 s to 1/100,000 s |
| Slow Shutter |
Yes |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
120dB |
| Day & Night |
IR Cut Filter |
| Angle Adjustment |
Pan: 0° to 355°, tilt: 0° to 75°, rotate: 0° to 355° |
| Lens |
| Focus |
Fixed |
| Lens Type |
Fixed lens, 2.8/4/6 mm |
| FOV |
2.8 mm:Horizontal FOV: 102°, vertical FOV: 53°, diagonal FOV: 124° |
| Aperture |
F2.0 |
| Lens Mount |
M12 |
| Aperture Type |
Fixed |
| Illuminator |
| IR Range |
Up to 30 m |
| Wavelength |
850nm |
| Video |
| Max. Resolution |
3840 × 2160 |
| Main Stream |
50Hz:12.5 fps (3840 × 2160), 20fps (3072 × 1728), 25 fps (2560 × 1440, 1920 × 1080, 1280 × 720)
60Hz:15 fps (3840 × 2160), 20fps (3072 × 1728), 30 fps (2560 × 1440, 1920 × 1080, 1280 × 720) |
| Sub Stream |
50Hz:25fps (640 × 480, 640 × 360, 320 × 240)
60Hz:30fps (640 × 480, 640 × 360, 320 × 240) |
| Third Stream |
50Hz:25fps (1280 × 720, 640 × 360, 352 × 288)
60Hz:30fps (1280 × 720, 640 × 360, 352 × 240) |
| Video Compression |
Main Stream:H.265/H.264
Sub-stream:H.265/H.264/MJPEG
Third Stream:H.265/H.264 |
| Video Bit Rate |
32 Kbps to 16 Mbps |
| H.264 Type |
Main Profile/High Profile |
| H.265 Type |
Main Profile |
| H.264+ |
Main stream supports |
| H.265+ |
Main stream supports |
| Scalable Video Coding (SVC) |
H.264 and H.265 encoding support |
| Audio |
| Environment Noise Filtering |
Yes |
| Audio Sampling Rate |
8 kHz/16 kHz/32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz |
| Audio Compression |
G722.1/G.711/G726/MP2L2/PCM/MP3 |
| Audio Bit Rate |
64Kbps(G.711)/16Kbps(G.722.1)/16Kbps(G.726)/32-192Kbps(MP2L2)/8Kbps-320Kbps(MP3) |
| Network |
| Simultaneous Live View |
Up to 6 channels |
| API |
ONVIF (PROFILE S, PROFILE G, PROFILE T), ISAPI, SDK, Ehome |
| Protocols |
TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, RTP, RTSP, RTCP, PPPoE, NTP, UPnP, SMTP, SNMP, IGMP, 802.1X, QoS, IPv6, UDP, Bonjour, SSL/TLS, WebSocket, WebSockets |
| User/Host |
Up to 32 users, 3 levels: Administrator, Operator and User |
| Security |
Password protection, complicated password, HTTPS encryption, 802.1X authentication (EAP-TLS 1.2, EAP-LEAP, EAP-MD5), watermark, IP address filter, basic and digest authentication for HTTP/HTTPS, WSSE and digest authentication for ONVIF, TLS1.2 |
| Network Storage |
Support Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC card (128G), local storage and NAS (NFS,SMB/CIFS), ANR |
| Client |
iVMS-4200, Mobile App, VMS Platform |
| Web Browser |
Plug-in required live view: IE8+ Plug-in free live view: Chrome 57.0+, Firefox 52.0+, Safari 11+ Local Service: Chrome 41.0+, Firefox 30.0+ |
| Alarm Trigger |
Motion detection, video tampering, network disconnected, IP address conflict, illegal login, HDD full, HDD error |
| Image |
| Day/Night Switch |
Day/Night/Auto/Schedule |
| Target Cropping |
No |
| DNR |
3D DNR |
| Image Enhancement |
BLC/3D DNR/HLC |
| Image Settings |
Saturation, brightness, contrast, sharpness, AGC, and white balance are adjustable by client software or web browser |
| Interface |
| Audio |
1 audio input (built-in microphone), mono sound |
| Video Output |
No |
| On-board Storage |
Built-in microSD/SDHC/SDXC slot, up to 128 GB |
| Hardware Reset |
Yes |
| Communication Interface |
1 RJ45 10M/100M self-adaptive Ethernet port |
| Event |
| Basic Event |
Motion detection, video tampering alarm, exception (network disconnected, IP address conflict, illegal login, HDD full, HDD error) |
| Smart Event |
Line crossing detection, intrusion detection, face detection |
| Face Detection |
Yes |
| General |
| Linkage Method |
Trigger recording: memory card, network storage, pre-record and post-record Trigger captured pictures uploading: FTP, HTTP, NAS, Email Trigger notification: HTTP, ISAPI, Email |
| Firmware Version |
5.6.3 |
| Web Client Language |
32 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) |
| General Function |
Anti-flicker, three streams, heartbeat, mirror, privacy masks, password reset via e-mail, pixel counter, HTTP listening |
| Startup and Operating Conditions |
-30 °C to +60 °C (-22 °F to +140 °F), Humidity 95% or less (non-condensing) |
| Power Supply |
12 VDC ± 25%:Φ 5.5mm
PoE:802.3af, class 3 |
| Power Consumption and Current |
12 VDC:0.6 A, max. 7 W
PoE:(802.3af, 36 V to 57 V), 0.3 A to 0.2 A, max. 8.5 W |
| Camera Dimension |
Camera: Φ 127.3 × 95.9 mm (5″ × 3. 8″), Package: 150 × 150 × 141 mm (5.9″ × 5.9″ × 5.6″) |
| Camera Weight |
Camera: Approx. 560 g (1.2 lb.) ;With package: Approx. 800 g (1.8 lb.) |
| Approval |
| Protection |
IP66 |
Find answers to common questions about compatibility, installation, infrared night vision, recording storage, and AcuSense human and vehicle classification.
Where is the DS-2CD2183G0-IU commonly installed?
The DS-2CD2183G0-IU is commonly installed in office entrances, retail stores, school hallways, apartment corridors, healthcare public areas, commercial lobbies, parking garage entrances, and business reception areas.
Is this camera suitable for public and high-traffic areas?
Yes. The camera has an IK10 vandal-resistant dome housing and full metal construction, making it suitable for public areas, hallways, entrances, and other high-traffic commercial environments.
Can the DS-2CD2183G0-IU monitor entrances with strong backlight?
Yes. The camera supports 120 dB WDR, helping improve image quality in high-contrast scenes such as glass doors, lobbies, shaded entrances, and exterior access points.
What types of businesses typically deploy this camera?
Offices, schools, retail stores, apartment buildings, healthcare facilities, warehouses, government facilities, and commercial property managers commonly use this model for fixed dome surveillance.
Does the DS-2CD2183G0-IU include built-in audio?
Yes. The DS-2CD2183G0-IU includes a built-in microphone for real-time audio recording through compatible surveillance systems.
Does this camera support AcuSense human and vehicle classification?
No. The provided specifications list smart events such as line crossing detection, intrusion detection, and face detection, but they do not list AcuSense or human and vehicle classification.
Does the DS-2CD2183G0-IU support local recording?
Yes. The built-in microSD, microSDHC, and microSDXC card slot supports local storage up to 128 GB.
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-2CD2183G0-IU weather resistant?
Yes. The camera is IP66-rated, making it suitable for protected outdoor or demanding commercial environments when installed according to manufacturer requirements.
What is the maximum video resolution of the DS-2CD2183G0-IU?
The camera supports a maximum resolution of 3840 × 2160, delivering 8MP Ultra HD video for commercial surveillance applications.
