Hikvision 8MP Cameras
All cameras, NVRs and DVRs come with a 3-year back-to-base manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Hard drives and accessories are covered as set out in our Warranty Policy.
Standard shipping is free on all orders over $300 AUD, Australia-wide. Orders under $300 ship at a flat rate of $25, calculated at checkout. Tracking is included on every order.
You have 30 days from the day you receive your order to request a change-of-mind return. Items must be unopened, factory-sealed and in resalable condition. A 15% restocking fee applies and return postage is at your cost. Faulty or incorrectly supplied items are different: we cover the return shipping and refund or replace at no charge. Read the full Return & Refund Policy.
Order before 2pm (Sydney time) on a business day and in-stock items are dispatched the same day. Most orders arrive within 1–4 business days Australia-wide; remote and regional areas can take a little longer. You'll receive a tracking number by email as soon as your order leaves the warehouse.
Hikvision 8MP Cameras
Hikvision DS-2CD2687G2HT-LIZS 8MP Smart Hybrid Light ColorVu Motorised VF Bullet Camera 2.8-12mm
- 4K (8MP) high resolution
- False Alarm ReductionAI detection — smart video analysis that cuts false alerts and speeds up footage search.
- Human/Vehicle DetectionAI recognises people and vehicles — alerts skip trees, rain and animals, cutting false alarms.
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- 60m IR Night VisionInfrared night vision up to 60m — clear black-and-white footage in total darkness.
- Dual-Light Night VisionNight vision — full-colour or infrared at night, depending on the model.
- Full Color Night VisionFull-colour night vision — keeps colour detail like clothing and vehicle colours at night, instead of black-and-white.
- Audio AlarmBuilt-in siren sounds an audible warning automatically when an intruder is detected.
- Strobe LightBuilt-in warning light flashes automatically to scare intruders off the moment someone enters a protected zone.
- Built-in MicrophoneBuilt-in microphone — records audio alongside the video for complete evidence.
- Built-in SpeakerAudio — microphone and/or speaker built into the camera.
- Two-Way AudioTwo-way audio — speak and listen through the camera live from your phone.
The Hikvision DS-2CD2687G2HT-LIZS is an 8 MP Smart Hybrid Light bullet with a motorised 2.8 to 12 mm zoom. Smart Hybrid Light combines infrared and white light for colour at night, ColorVu imaging keeps detail in low light, and AcuSense filters alerts to people and vehicles.
Key points
- 8 MP (3840 x 2160) on a 1/1.8" sensor with an F1.2 lens
- Motorised 2.8 to 12 mm varifocal zoom, set remotely
- Smart Hybrid Light: infrared, white light or smart mode, up to 60 m
- AcuSense human and vehicle detection on the camera
- 130 dB WDR; IP67 and IK10 metal bullet
- PoE (802.3at) or 12 VDC; microSD up to 512 GB
Hikvision DS-2CD2586G2-IS 8MP Outdoor Acusense Mini Dome CCTV Camera 30 IR with MIC
- 4K (8MP) high resolution
- False Alarm ReductionAI detection — smart video analysis that cuts false alerts and speeds up footage search.
- Human/Vehicle DetectionAI recognises people and vehicles — alerts skip trees, rain and animals, cutting false alarms.
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- 30m IR Night VisionInfrared night vision up to 30m — clear black-and-white footage in total darkness.
- Built-in MicrophoneBuilt-in microphone — records audio alongside the video for complete evidence.
The Hikvision DS-2CD2586G2-IS is an 8 MP (4K) AcuSense mini dome camera that pairs ultra-high-definition detail with deep-learning human and vehicle detection in a discreet, vandal-resistant housing. It has a built-in microphone for audio, 30 m infrared night vision, 120 dB true WDR and an IP67, IK08 rating, making it a tidy choice for entrances, retail and residential sites.
Key points
- 8 MP 4K (3840 x 2160), 1/1.8" CMOS, 120 dB true WDR
- AcuSense human and vehicle classification to cut false alarms
- 30 m infrared night vision (black-and-white in the dark)
- Built-in microphone for audio recording
- Compact mini-dome form factor, IP67 and IK08 vandal resistant
- PoE or 12 VDC; perimeter protection rules
- Audio and alarm I/O for integration with other devices
Hikvision DS-2CD2785FWD-IZS 8MP 4K IP Outdoor Motorised VF Dome CCTV Camera 30m IR, IO, 2.8-12mm
- 4K (8MP) high resolution
- 30m IR Night VisionInfrared night vision up to 30m — clear black-and-white footage in total darkness.
Captures 4K ultra-high-definition video with a motorised zoom lens and vandal-resistant housing for flexible, high-security outdoor monitoring.
Hikvision DS-2CE78U7T-IT3F HIK-2CE78U7IT3F2 TVI4.0 8MP Outdoor Turret Camera 60m IR, 4 in 1, IP67, 12VDC, 2.8mm
- 4K (8MP) high resolution
- 60m IR Night VisionInfrared night vision up to 60m — clear black-and-white footage in total darkness.
Delivers ultra-high-definition 4K video surveillance over existing cables with long-range night vision for large outdoor areas.
Hikvision DS-2CD2085G1-I 8MP Outdoor Mini Bullet Camera 30m IR
- 4K (8MP) high resolution
- 30m IR Night VisionInfrared night vision up to 30m — clear black-and-white footage in total darkness.
The Hikvision DS-2CD2085G1-I is an 8 MP (4K) outdoor mini bullet that delivers sharp, detailed video over a single PoE cable. Powered-by-DarkFighter imaging keeps the picture clean in low light, EXIR infrared lights the scene up to 30 m at night, and 120 dB WDR balances bright and shadowed areas. Efficient H.265+ compression keeps the 4K stream light on bandwidth and storage, and the IP67 metal housing suits exposed outdoor positions.
Key points
- 8 MP (3840 x 2160) 1/2" CMOS, up to 20 fps at 4K
- Powered-by-DarkFighter low-light imaging; F1.6 aperture
- EXIR infrared up to 30 m (black-and-white at night)
- 120 dB WDR and 3D DNR for high-contrast scenes
- Smart events: line crossing, intrusion, object removal, scene change
- Efficient H.265+ compression; microSD up to 128 GB
- IP67 weatherproof; PoE or 12 VDC
Hikvision DS-2CD2087G2-LU 8MP Gen2 ColorVu Mini Bullet Camera with Acusense & Mic 30m White LED 2.8mm / 4mm
- 4K (8MP) high resolution
- False Alarm ReductionAI detection — smart video analysis that cuts false alerts and speeds up footage search.
- Human/Vehicle DetectionAI recognises people and vehicles — alerts skip trees, rain and animals, cutting false alarms.
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- Full Color Night VisionFull-colour night vision — keeps colour detail like clothing and vehicle colours at night, instead of black-and-white.
- Built-in MicrophoneBuilt-in microphone — records audio alongside the video for complete evidence.
The Hikvision DS-2CD2087G2-LU is an 8 MP ColorVu mini bullet that stays in full colour around the clock, even in the dark. A large F1.0 lens and a high-sensitivity sensor capture vivid colour in very low light, and a discreet white-light supplement up to 30 m keeps the picture in colour when natural light runs out. AcuSense deep-learning analytics classify people and vehicles, a built-in microphone adds audio, and the IP67 housing suits outdoor positions.
Key points
- 8 MP (3840 x 2160) 1/1.2" CMOS, 24/7 full-colour ColorVu
- F1.0 aperture for vivid colour in very low light
- White-light supplement up to 30 m for full colour at night
- AcuSense deep-learning human and vehicle classification
- Built-in microphone for audio recording
- 120 dB WDR; H.265+; microSD up to 256 GB
- IP67 weatherproof mini bullet; PoE or 12 VDC
Hikvision DS-2CD2186G2-I 8MP Acusense Outdoor Dome CCTV Camera, 30m IR, 2.8mm
- 4K (8MP) high resolution
- False Alarm ReductionAI detection — smart video analysis that cuts false alerts and speeds up footage search.
- Human/Vehicle DetectionAI recognises people and vehicles — alerts skip trees, rain and animals, cutting false alarms.
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- 30m IR Night VisionInfrared night vision up to 30m — clear black-and-white footage in total darkness.
- Built-in MicrophoneBuilt-in microphone — records audio alongside the video for complete evidence.
The Hikvision DS-2CD2186G2-I is an 8 MP AcuSense fixed dome for high-detail outdoor surveillance. AcuSense deep learning filters alerts down to people and vehicles, 120 dB WDR handles harsh backlight, and an IP67, IK10 vandal-resistant housing stands up to weather and tampering.
Key points
- 8 MP (3840 x 2160) on a 1/1.8" sensor
- AcuSense human and vehicle detection on the camera
- Infrared (EXIR) night vision up to 30 m (black and white at night)
- 120 dB true WDR for high-contrast scenes
- IP67 and IK10 vandal-resistant metal dome
- PoE (802.3af) or 12 VDC; microSD up to 512 GB
Hikvision DS-2CD2387G2H-LISU/SL 8MP 4K ColorVu Smart Hybrid Light Turret Camera, Strobe & Audio Warning, Two-Way Audio
- 4K (8MP) high resolution
- False Alarm ReductionAI detection — smart video analysis that cuts false alerts and speeds up footage search.
- Human/Vehicle DetectionAI recognises people and vehicles — alerts skip trees, rain and animals, cutting false alarms.
More features Hide features
- 30m IR Night VisionInfrared night vision up to 30m — clear black-and-white footage in total darkness.
- Dual-Light Night VisionNight vision — full-colour or infrared at night, depending on the model.
- Full Color Night VisionFull-colour night vision — keeps colour detail like clothing and vehicle colours at night, instead of black-and-white.
- Audio AlarmBuilt-in siren sounds an audible warning automatically when an intruder is detected.
- Strobe LightBuilt-in warning light flashes automatically to scare intruders off the moment someone enters a protected zone.
- Built-in MicrophoneBuilt-in microphone — records audio alongside the video for complete evidence.
- Built-in SpeakerAudio — microphone and/or speaker built into the camera.
- Two-Way AudioTwo-way audio — speak and listen through the camera live from your phone.
- Smart Hybrid Light 4K ColorVu with deterrence on standard PoE: strobe, audible warnings and two-way audio at 10.5W.
- 0.0008 lux F1.0 colour with white, infrared or smart switching, 30m range either way.
- Built-in mic and speaker (lab-rated 95dB at 10cm), alarm and audio line in/out.
- Human and vehicle classification with line crossing and intrusion zones.
About Hikvision 8MP Cameras
Hikvision 8MP 4K cameras deliver 3840×2160 resolution — four times the pixel count of Full HD and 33% more than 6MP. Critical for licence plate capture at driveway distance, facial identification at extended range, and evidence-grade footage that meets police and insurance documentation standards. AcuSense AI is standard; ColorVu (full-colour night vision down to 0.0005 lux) and Smart Hybrid Light variants are unique to the 8MP tier.
The flagship DS-2CD2386G2 series (8MP turret) is the default residential 4K choice. Bullet variants (DS-2CD2T86G2 with 60m IR), dome variants (DS-2CD2186G2 IK10 vandal-proof), and PTZ variants are all available at 8MP. ColorVu (-LSU/SL suffix) provides full-colour night-time evidence footage at lux levels where conventional cameras switch to black-and-white IR.
Filter by form factor: Hikvision 8MP turrets, 8MP bullets, 8MP domes. Or step down to Hikvision 6MP for residential sweet spot. Back to all Hikvision security cameras.
What's Included in Hikvision 8MP Cameras
Hikvision 8MP 4K cameras by form factor:
• Hikvision 8MP Turret Cameras — DS-2CD2386G2 series. AcuSense + ColorVu (LSU/SL) + Smart Hybrid Light variants.
• Hikvision 8MP Bullet Cameras — DS-2CD2T86G2 series. 60m IR, motorised varifocal options, ColorVu variants.
• Hikvision 8MP Dome Cameras — DS-2CD2186G2 series. IK10 vandal-proof for retail and commercial.
• 8MP PTZ variants — see Hikvision PTZ cameras for current 8MP PTZ stock.
Pair with any current Hikvision NVR. For complete 4K kits, see Hikvision 4K CCTV kits.
Hikvision 8MP Cameras Configurations & Specs
Hikvision 8MP 4K Specifications (Typical Range)
Resolution: 3840×2160 (8MP, 4K) at up to 25fps
Sensor: 1/1.8" Progressive Scan CMOS (premium)
Lens: 2.8mm / 4mm fixed (most), 2.8-12mm motorised varifocal (Z variants)
Min. illumination: 0.0005 lux on ColorVu (-LSU/SL) variants, 0.005 lux on standard
IR range: typically 30m (turret/dome), 60m (bullet)
ColorVu: full-colour night vision on -LSU/SL variants
Smart Hybrid Light: IR + white LED auto-switch on -SL variants
WDR: 140dB on premium variants
Compression: H.265+ / H.265 / H.264+
Audio: built-in mic on most current variants
AI: AcuSense (current generation, all models)
Vandal rating: IK10 on dome models
Ingress protection: IP67
Power: PoE 802.3af / 12VDC, slightly higher draw on Smart Hybrid Light
Warranty: 3-year Australian
Comparing Hikvision 8MP Cameras Models
Hikvision 8MP Variant Selection — Standard vs ColorVu vs Smart Hybrid Light
Standard 8MP AcuSense (DS-2CD2386G2-IU): 4K resolution + IR night vision + AcuSense AI. The default 4K choice. Choose for daytime detail + reliable black-and-white IR night-time recording.
ColorVu 8MP (-LSU/SL): Adds F1.0 super-aperture lens and warm-white LED for full-colour night vision down to 0.0005 lux. Choose when night-time identification with clothing colours and vehicle paint matters — front doors, key entry positions, retail entries with low ambient light.
Smart Hybrid Light 8MP (-SL): Default IR for 24/7 monitoring; white LED switches on when AcuSense detects a human or vehicle. Combines passive recording with active visible deterrence. Closest Hikvision equivalent to Dahua TiOC strobe approach (without the siren).
Step down to 6MP: for general perimeter where 4K detail isn't required. Hikvision 6MP cameras offer 33% better storage economy with sufficient detail for typical residential distances.
Why Choose Hikvision 8MP Cameras?
Evidence-Grade 4K Detail
3840×2160 captures four times the pixels of 1080p Full HD. Faces remain identifiable at extended range, licence plates remain readable at driveway distances, and digital zoom on recorded footage retains useful detail. Meets standard requirements for police investigation evidence and insurance claim documentation.
ColorVu — Full-Colour Night Vision
Hikvision ColorVu (-LSU/SL variants on select 8MP models) provides vivid full-colour footage at 0.0005 lux — equivalent to a moonless starlit night. F1.0 super-aperture lenses and warm-white LED illumination capture clothing colours, vehicle paint, and facial details that conventional IR cameras render in black-and-white only. Critical for night-time identification.
Smart Hybrid Light Active Deterrence
8MP Smart Hybrid Light variants intelligently switch between invisible IR (24/7 default) and white LED illumination (when AcuSense detects a human or vehicle). Combines passive monitoring with active visible deterrence — the closest Hikvision equivalent to Dahua TiOC's siren-based approach.
Common Questions about Hikvision 8MP Cameras
Which Hikvision 8MP camera is best for a driveway?
Do Hikvision 8MP cameras support ColorVu?
Do I need 4K cameras everywhere or just on key positions?
How much storage do 4K Hikvision cameras need?
Before you buy
What customers ask most before ordering from this range — and how we deliver.
Will these cameras work with my existing NVR?
Most of our Hikvision and Dahua cameras support ONVIF, so they'll work with many third-party NVRs for basic recording. However, AI features like AcuSense, WizSense and active deterrence only work fully when the camera and NVR are the same brand. If you're adding to an existing system, email us the NVR model and we'll confirm compatibility before you buy.
Can I mix different cameras on one NVR, or add more later?
Yes. You can mix 6MP and 8MP, or ColorVu and AcuSense, on the same NVR as long as the total bandwidth stays within the NVR's rating (we check this for every kit we sell). To add cameras later, just plug them into a spare PoE port on the NVR — no reconfiguration needed. This is why we suggest an 8-channel NVR even if you start with 4 cameras.
How long does delivery take?
Order before 2pm (Sydney time) on a business day and in-stock items are dispatched the same day. Most orders arrive within 1–4 business days Australia-wide; remote and regional areas can take a little longer. You'll receive a tracking number by email as soon as your order leaves the warehouse.
How much is shipping?
Standard shipping is free on all orders over $300 AUD, Australia-wide. Orders under $300 ship at a flat rate of $25, calculated at checkout. Tracking is included on every order.
What warranty do you offer?
All cameras, NVRs and DVRs come with a 3-year back-to-base manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Hard drives and accessories are covered as set out in our Warranty Policy.
What is your return policy?
You have 30 days from the day you receive your order to request a change-of-mind return. Items must be unopened, factory-sealed and in resalable condition. A 15% restocking fee applies and return postage is at your cost. Faulty or incorrectly supplied items are different: we cover the return shipping and refund or replace at no charge. Read the full Return & Refund Policy.
Is your Hikvision, Dahua, HiLook and TP-Link VIGI stock genuine Australian stock?
Yes, 100%. Every Hikvision, Dahua, HiLook and TP-Link VIGI product we sell is a genuine Australian-market model sourced through Australian supply chains — never grey imports. That means factory-sealed units, Australian-region firmware that works with the official apps out of the box, and a full 3-year local warranty.
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