Dahua SDZ4032-HNR-ZB 4MP 32x Starlight Zoom Network Camera
4MP network zoom camera with a 32x optical lens and deep-learning analytics, built to read detail at long range from a fixed position.
- 1/2.8" 4MP CMOS, 2560 x 1440
- 32x optical zoom, motorised 4.8-154mm lens, F1.5-F4.0
- Published identify range up to 270m
- SMD, perimeter protection and face detection
- Starlight low light, EIS and DWDR
- microSD up to 512GB; 12V DC or PoE (802.3af)
- Lightning and surge protection
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§ 01Overview
What the DH-SDZ4032-HNR-ZB is
The Dahua DH-SDZ4032-HNR-ZB is a 4MP network zoom camera designed to read fine detail at long range from a fixed position.
A 32x optical lens (4.8-154mm) on a 1/2.8-inch 4MP sensor gives a published identify range up to 270m, so it can read a plate, sign or face well beyond the reach of a standard camera.
It is a zoom camera body rather than a full pan-tilt-zoom dome, so it focuses on long-range optical zoom with lens presets and patterns rather than continuous panning.
Deep-learning analytics include SMD, perimeter protection with human and vehicle classification, face detection and smart capture of people and vehicles, and electronic image stabilisation steadies the picture at high zoom.
Starlight low light holds colour in dim conditions, and it is rated to 0 lux with an infrared or laser illuminator active.
It records to a microSD card up to 512GB and runs on 12V DC or PoE (802.3af).
The manufacturer datasheet for this model does not specify a built-in infrared distance or an ingress protection rating, so we do not claim a night-vision range or weatherproof rating; for exposed outdoor positions, install it in a suitable protective housing or under cover.
It has a line-level audio input for an external microphone rather than a built-in one.
See it in action
What the DH-SDZ4032-HNR-ZB features actually look like
Representative illustrations of how each key feature performs in a real scene.
4MP Ultra HD
Human/Vehicle Detection
Illustrative — simulated for demonstration
§ 02Engineering
DH-SDZ4032-HNR-ZB specifications
- Optical zoom: 32x, motorised 4.8-154mm lens, F1.5-F4.0, for long-range detail from a fixed position
- Long reach: published DORI identify range up to 270m for plates, signs and detail at distance
- Deep-learning AI: SMD, perimeter protection with human and vehicle classification, face detection and smart capture
- Stabilisation: electronic image stabilisation steadies the picture at high zoom or on exposed mounts
- Storage and power: microSD up to 512GB; 12V DC or PoE (802.3af), around 6W
- Protection: lightning and surge protection; the datasheet does not state an IP rating, so use a housing outdoors
- Audio: line-level input for an external microphone; no built-in microphone
§ 03Full datasheet
Detailed specifications
Camera & Image
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8" CMOS |
| Pixel | 4 MP |
| Max. Resolution | 2560 (H) x 1440 (V) |
| ROM | 256 MB |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Electronic Shutter Speed | 1/3 s–1/100,000 s |
| Scanning System | Progressive |
| Min. Illumination | Color: 0.005 lux@F1.35; B/W: 0.0005 lux@F1.35; 0 lux (IR light/laser on) |
| Day/Night | Auto (ICR); Color; B; W |
| BLC | Yes |
| WDR | Yes |
| HLC | Yes |
| White Balance | Auto; indoor; outdoor; tracking; manual; sodium lamp; natural; street lamp |
| Gain Control | Auto; manual |
| Noise Reduction | 2D NR; 3D NR |
| Motion Detection | Yes |
| Region of Interest (RoI) | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | EIS |
| Defog | Digital |
| Digital Zoom | 16x |
| Image Rotation | 180° |
| S/N Ratio | ≥55 dB |
Lens & Distance
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 4.8 mm–154 mm |
| Max. Aperture | F1.5–F4.0 |
| Field of View | H: 55.8°–2.3°; V: 31.9°–1.3°; D: 63.7°–2.7° |
| Optical Zoom | 32x |
| Focus Control | Auto; semi-auto; manual |
| Close Focus Distance | 0.1 m–1.5 m (0.33 ft–4.92 ft) |
| Iris Control | Auto; semi-auto; manual |
| DORI Distance | Detect 2700 m (8,858.27 ft); Observe 1066 m (3,497.38 ft); Recognize 540 m (1,771.65 ft); Identify 270 m (885.83 ft) |
| Preset | 300 |
| Power-off Memory | Yes |
| Idle Motion | Preset; Tour; Pattern; Scan |
| PTZ Protocol | DH-SD; Pelco-P/D (auto recognition) |
Night Vision
| Feature | Detail |
|---|
Video
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Video Compression | H.265; Smart H.265+; Smart H.264+; H.264; MJPEG (Sub Stream1) |
| Streaming Capability | 3 streams |
| Resolution | 4M (2560 × 1440); 1080p (1920 × 1080); 1.3M (1280 × 960); 720p (1280 × 720); D1 (704 × 576); CIF (352 × 288) |
| Video Frame Rate | Main stream: 4M/1080p/720p (1-25/30 fps); Sub stream 1: D1/CIF (1–25/30 fps); Sub stream 2: 720p (1–25/30 fps) |
| Bit Rate Control | CBR; VBR |
| Video Bit Rate | H.264: 2816 kbps–8192 kbps; H.265: 1024 kbps –7936 kbps |
Audio
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Audio Compression | G.711a; G.711Mu; G.726; MPEG2-Layer2; G722.1 |
AI & Deep Learning
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Smart Capture | Support human, motor vehicle and non-motor vehicle image capture. |
| IVS (Perimeter Protection) | Tripwire and intrusion. Support alarm triggering by target types (human and vehicle). Support filtering false alarms caused by animals, rustling leaves, bright lights, etc. |
| Face Detection | Yes |
| SMD | Yes |
Network & Storage
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Network Protocol | IPv4; IPv6; HTTP; HTTPS; 802.1x; QoS; FTP; SMTP; UPnP; SNMP; DNS; DDNS; NTP; RTSP; RTP; TCP; UDP; IGMP; ICMP; DHCP; PPPoE; ARP; SNMP v1/v2c/v3 (MIB-2); RTCP; RTMP |
| Interoperability | ONVIF (Profle S&G&T); CGI |
| Streaming Method | Unicast; Multicast |
| User/Host | 20 (total bandwidth: 64 M) |
| Storage | Imou cloud; FTP; Micro SD card (max. 512 GB); NAS |
| Browser | IE7 and later versions; Chrome 42 and earlier versions; Firefox 52 and earlier versions; Safari |
| Management Software | Smart PSS; DSS; IVSS; NVR; ConfigTool; Smart Player; Imou |
| Mobile Client | iOS; Android |
Event & Alarm
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Alarm Linkage | Capture; preset; tour; pattern; SD card recording; triggering on-off value output; sending email |
| Alarm Event | Motion/tampering detection; audio detection; network disconnection detection; IP conflict detection; memory card state detection; memory space detection |
Interface
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Network Port | RJ-45 (10/100 Base-T) |
| RS-485 | Yes |
| Audio Input | 1 channel (bare wire) |
| Audio Output | 1 channel (bare wire) |
| Alarm I/O | 2/1 |
| Audio I/O | 1/1 |
General & Environment
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 12 VDC, 1.5 A (±10%); PoE (802.3af) |
| Power Consumption | 6 W |
| Operating Temperature | –25 °C to +60 °C (–13 °F to +140 °F) |
| Operating Humidity | ≤95% (RH) |
| Protection | TVS 6000 V lightning proof; surge protection; voltage transient protection |
| Product Dimensions | 160.3 mm × 70.0 mm × 78.0 mm (6.31" × 2.76" × 3.07") (L × W × H) |
| Net Weight | 0.8 kg (1.76 lb) |
| Certifications | CE:EN55032/EN55024/EN50130-4 | FCC:Part15 subpartB, ANSI C63.4-2014 |
§ 04Why choose this
Built for the way you actually use the DH-SDZ4032-HNR-ZB
Targeted AI alerts
SMD, perimeter protection with human and vehicle classification, face detection and smart capture keep alerts focused on real targets.
Steady at high zoom
Electronic image stabilisation holds the picture steady at long focal lengths and on exposed mounts where vibration is a problem.
Strong low-light imaging
A Starlight sensor holds colour in dim conditions and reaches 0 lux with a matched infrared or laser illuminator.
§ 05Where it fits
Right at home in these scenarios
Perimeters and approaches
Reads detail along a long fence line, driveway or approach from a single fixed position with classified alerts.
Large open sites
Covers ports, depots, yards and rural blocks where a long optical reach is needed to identify activity at distance.
Entry and lane monitoring
Captures plates and detail at a gate or lane from far back, where a fixed wide camera could not resolve them.
Sheltered long-range views
Installed under cover or in a housing, it watches distant points from a protected indoor or eave position.
§ 06Setup
Installation & setup
Plan the long-range sightline
Mount it with a clear, stable view down the line or area you want to read at distance, as the value is in long-range zoom rather than wide coverage.
Protect it outdoors
The datasheet does not state an IP rating, so for an exposed position install it in a suitable weatherproof housing or under cover, and keep it out of direct rain.
Power over PoE or 12V DC
Run a single PoE (802.3af) network cable from a switch or NVR, or provide a 12V DC supply; the camera draws around 6W.
Set zoom presets and AI rules
Configure zoom presets, tours and patterns for key points, and set SMD, perimeter and face rules with a Dahua NVR for recording and intelligent search.
§ 07Questions
Frequently asked about the DH-SDZ4032-HNR-ZB
Q.01
Is this a PTZ camera that can pan and tilt?
Q.02
How far can it see detail?
Q.03
What night-vision range does it have?
Q.04
Is it weatherproof for outdoor use?
Q.05
What smart detection does it include?
Q.06
Does it record audio?
Q.07
How is it powered and where does it record?
Q.08
Is there a lead time on this camera?
§ 09Bundles
Recommended packages
Recorders and storage
Record to a Dahua NVR such as the 16-channel NVR4216-16P or NVR5216-16P, fitted with a 6TB surveillance hard drive for continuous recording and intelligent search.
PoE power and cabling
Power and connect it with a Dahua PoE switch (802.3af) and quality Cat6 cable, or supply 12V DC where PoE is not available.
Plan for protection and lead time
For exposed sites add a suitable weatherproof housing, as the datasheet states no IP rating. This is a specialist model usually supplied to order, with a lead time of around 8 to 10 weeks.
