Hikvision Bullet Cameras

Lead Hikvision bullet variants in this collection (range may vary by current stock):

• DS-2CD2T86G2 series — 8MP 4K AcuSense bullet with 60m IR. Available with built-in mic (-2I) and ColorVu (-LSU/SL) variants.
• DS-2CD2T66G2 series — 6MP AcuSense bullet with 60m IR. Most popular residential bullet for general perimeter use.
• Motorised varifocal bullet variants — DS-2CD2H86G2 series and similar with 2.8-12mm motorised lens for remote zoom adjustment.
• Smart Hybrid Light bullets — DS-2CD2T87G2-LSU/SL and similar with white-LED active deterrence and full-colour evidence footage on motion.
• Other current 6MP and 8MP bullet variants — feature-specific configurations as Hikvision releases them.

Drill down by resolution: Hikvision 6MP Bullets or Hikvision 8MP 4K Bullets. Pair with any Hikvision NVR.

Hikvision Bullet Camera Specifications (Typical Range)

Resolution: 4MP / 6MP / 8MP 4K
Sensor: 1/2.4" or 1/1.8" Progressive Scan CMOS
Lens options: 2.8mm / 4mm / 6mm fixed (most), 2.8-12mm motorised varifocal (select models)
Min. illumination: 0.005 lux (colour), 0 lux with IR
IR range: typically 60m, up to 80m on premium variants
Smart Hybrid Light: white LED on -SL variants
WDR: 120dB
Compression: H.265+ / H.265 / H.264+
Audio: built-in mic on -2I and select variants
AI: AcuSense human/vehicle classification, line crossing, intrusion
Audio alarm + strobe: yes on Smart Hybrid Light variants
Protocols: ONVIF, ISAPI, RTSP
Power: PoE 802.3af / 12VDC, max ~10W (Smart Hybrid Light models slightly higher)
Ingress protection: IP67
Operating temp: −30°C to +60°C
Warranty: 3-year Australian

Specifications above describe the typical range. Consult the individual product page for exact specifications of any specific bullet model.

Hikvision Bullet Selection Guide

Fixed-lens 6MP bullet (DS-2CD2T66G2): The default residential bullet. 60m IR, AcuSense AI, IP67 — sufficient for most Australian fence lines and perimeters. Best balance of price and performance for typical home use.

Fixed-lens 8MP 4K bullet (DS-2CD2T86G2): Choose for licence plate capture at driveway distance, perimeter monitoring where evidence-grade detail matters, or any position requiring extended-range identification. 33% more pixels than 6MP at similar IR range.

Motorised varifocal bullet: Choose when the optimal field of view is uncertain at install or may change. Remote zoom adjustment (2.8-12mm typical range) lets you fine-tune coverage from the app without remounting the camera.

Smart Hybrid Light bullet: Adds white-LED illumination that switches on automatically when AcuSense detects a human or vehicle. Full-colour evidence footage on motion + active deterrence flash. Choose for driveways and high-priority perimeter positions.

Bullet vs Hikvision turret: choose bullet for fence lines and 20m+ ranges; choose turret for under-eave residential mounts and shorter-range entry coverage. Cross-brand alternative: Dahua bullet cameras offer TiOC active deterrence variants Hikvision does not match.

Long-Range IR for Outdoor Perimeter
Bullet cameras accommodate larger IR arrays than turret or dome form factors thanks to the extended cylindrical housing. Hikvision residential bullets typically deliver 60m IR range; premium variants reach 80m. This is the form factor of choice for fence lines, long driveways, and any position where identification at distance matters.

Motorised Varifocal Lens Options
Select Hikvision bullet variants include motorised varifocal lenses (typically 2.8-12mm) — letting you remotely adjust zoom and field of view from the NVR or Hik-Connect app after installation. Useful when the optimal focal length isn't certain at install time, or when monitoring requirements may change.

Visible Deterrence Profile
The prominent bullet housing is itself a deterrent — would-be intruders see the camera and know they're being recorded. Combined with AcuSense AI smart push notifications and optional Smart Hybrid Light white LED, bullets provide both passive deterrence and active alerting.