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Hikvision DS-2CD2166G2H-ISU 6 MP Acusense DarkFighter Fixed Dome 2.8mm / 4mm Options, IP67/IK10

SKU: DS-2CD2166G2H-ISU
Description

The Hikvision DS-2CD2166G2H-ISU is a 6 MP AcuSense fixed dome with strong low-light imaging and a built-in microphone. A bright F1.0 lens holds colour as light fades, AcuSense filters alerts to people and vehicles, and an IP67, IK10 vandal-resistant dome suits exposed and public areas.

Key points
- 6 MP (3200 x 1800) on a 1/2.4" sensor with an F1.0 lens
- Powered-by-DarkFighter low-light imaging for colour in dim light
- AcuSense human and vehicle detection on the camera
- Infrared night vision up to 30 m (black and white in full dark)
- Built-in microphone for audio with the video
- IP67 and IK10 vandal-resistant dome; PoE (802.3af) or 12 VDC

6MP Ultra HD 30m IR Night Vision Full Color Night Vision False Alarm Reduction Human/Vehicle Detection Built-in Microphone
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§ 01Overview

What the DS-2CD2166G2H-ISU is

The Hikvision DS-2CD2166G2H-ISU is a 6 MP AcuSense fixed dome built for sites that need detailed images, low-light colour and a tough, tamper-resistant housing.

A 1/2.4" sensor with a bright F1.0 lens captures sharp 6 MP (3200 x 1800) pictures, and 120 dB Wide Dynamic Range balances strong backlight, such as a glass entrance against a shaded foyer.

Its powered-by-DarkFighter imaging is about low light, not zero light: it holds usable colour down to about 0.001 lux as dusk falls and in dimly lit areas.

In full darkness the camera switches to infrared up to 30 m, so the night image is black and white rather than colour.

AcuSense deep learning runs on the camera, classifying people and vehicles and triggering perimeter rules such as line crossing and intrusion only on those targets, which cuts the false alarms that branches, rain and animals cause.

A built-in microphone on this -U model captures sound alongside the video for added context; there is no built-in speaker, so it records audio rather than offering two-way talk.

It is an aluminium dome rated IP67 against dust and water and IK10 against impact, so it stands up to weather and tampering in entrances, car parks and public areas.

Fixed 2.8 mm or 4 mm lens options set the field of view.

A microSD slot takes a card up to 512 GB and H.265+ keeps storage down.

It runs on PoE (802.3af) or 12 VDC.

Record it to a Hikvision AcuSense NVR so the people and vehicle events stay quick to search.

See it in action

What the DS-2CD2166G2H-ISU features actually look like

Representative illustrations of how each key feature performs in a real scene.

6MP Ultra HD

6MP captures around three times the detail of 1080p. Plenty of resolution to zoom into a face or number plate part-way down the driveway and still read it clearly.

30m IR Night Vision

Built-in infrared lets the camera see in complete darkness up to around 30m — enough for a typical driveway, front yard or entrance. People and vehicles stay clear in black-and-white, brighter the closer they are.

Full Color Night Vision

Unlike plain black-and-white night vision, this camera can capture colour after dark — so you can pick out the actual colour of a car, a jacket or a bag, detail that grey infrared footage loses.

False Alarm Reduction

Filtering helps separate real activity from harmless movement like rain, leaves or pets, so you get fewer pointless notifications and the alerts that matter stand out.

Human/Vehicle Detection

Smart detection focuses on people and vehicles and can ignore things like swaying branches, rain or small animals — helping cut down false alerts and making the right moments easier to find.

Illustrative — simulated for demonstration

§ 02Engineering

DS-2CD2166G2H-ISU specifications

- 6 MP (3200 x 1800) on a 1/2.4" CMOS sensor with a bright F1.0 lens
- Powered-by-DarkFighter imaging holds colour down to about 0.001 lux in dim light
- AcuSense human and vehicle detection with perimeter rules
- Infrared night vision up to 30 m (black and white in full dark)
- Built-in microphone captures audio with the video
- 120 dB WDR for high-contrast entrances and foyers
- IP67 and IK10 vandal-resistant aluminium dome
- microSD up to 512 GB; 2.8 mm or 4 mm lens; PoE (802.3af) or 12 VDC

§ 03Full datasheet

Detailed specifications

Camera & Image

Camera & Image — Hikvision DS-2CD2166G2H-ISU 6 MP Acusense DarkFighter Fixed Dome 2.8mm / 4mm Options, IP67/IK10
FeatureDetail
Image Sensor 1/2.4" Progressive Scan CMOS
Max. Resolution 3200 × 1800
Min. Illumination Color: 0.001 Lux @ (F1.0, 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 355°, tilt: 0° to 75°, rotate: 0° to 355°
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
Image Enhancement BLC, HLC, 3D DNR
SNR ≥ 52 dB
Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) 120 dB
Privacy Mask 4 programmable polygon privacy masks

§ 04Why choose this

Built for the way you actually use the DS-2CD2166G2H-ISU

Strong in low light

An F1.0 lens with powered-by-DarkFighter imaging holds colour in dim light before switching to infrared in full dark.

Tough and tamper-resistant

An IP67, IK10 aluminium dome suits exposed entrances, car parks and public areas.

Fewer false alarms

AcuSense classifies people and vehicles, so alerts come from real targets, not weather and animals.

Flexible mounting and finish

Wall or ceiling mounting with 2.8 mm or 4 mm lenses and a black option for a discreet look.

§ 05Where it fits

Right at home in these scenarios

Shops and entrances

Cover a doorway or counter with sharp 6 MP detail and a discreet dome that resists tampering.

Car parks and ramps

Watch bays and ramps where lighting is poor and a vandal-resistant dome is needed.

Schools and campuses

Monitor walkways and foyers and filter out animals and moving foliage from alerts.

Offices and lobbies

Keep a neat dome over reception areas with audio context and low-light colour.

§ 06Setup

Installation & setup

01

What's in the box

One DS-2CD2166G2H-ISU dome camera with a mounting template, fixings and a quick guide. The PoE switch or NVR, network cable, microSD card and any wall or pendant bracket are supplied separately.

02

Installation requirements

Mount it on a ceiling or wall over the area to cover and aim the lens with the three-axis gimbal, then run one network cable back to a PoE (802.3af) switch or NVR, or use 12 VDC. Set the AcuSense rules in the software and record it to a Hikvision AcuSense NVR. Avoid reflective surfaces directly in front of the lens so the infrared does not bounce back at night.

§ 07Questions

Frequently asked about the DS-2CD2166G2H-ISU

Q.01

Does the DS-2CD2166G2H-ISU record in colour at night?

It holds usable colour in dim light, down to about 0.001 lux, thanks to its powered-by-DarkFighter imaging and F1.0 lens. In full darkness it switches to infrared up to 30 m, so the image is then black and white. It is a low-light camera rather than a full-colour-at-night ColorVu model.
Q.02

Is it vandal resistant?

Yes. It has an IK10-rated dome built to take impact, along with an IP67 rating against dust and water, so it suits exposed entrances, car parks and public areas where a camera could be knocked or tampered with.
Q.03

Does it have a microphone or two-way audio?

The -U version on this model has a built-in microphone, so it captures sound along with the video. It does not have a built-in speaker, so it records audio rather than offering two-way talk-back.
Q.04

How does AcuSense cut false alarms?

AcuSense classifies people and vehicles, so perimeter rules such as line crossing and intrusion alarm only on those targets. Moving branches, rain and animals are far less likely to trigger an alert than on a basic motion camera.
Q.05

What lens options does it have?

It comes with a fixed 2.8 mm or 4 mm lens. The 2.8 mm gives a wide view of about 115 degrees for a lobby or forecourt, and the 4 mm gives a narrower, longer view for a corridor or driveway.
Q.06

Can I mount it on a wall or a ceiling?

Yes. The dome form mounts on a ceiling or a wall, with three-axis adjustment to aim the lens correctly. A wall-mount or pendant bracket is available where you need to bring it out from a soffit or onto a pole.
Q.07

What power and recorder does it need?

It runs on PoE (802.3af) over one network cable, or on 12 VDC. Record it to a Hikvision AcuSense NVR so the people and vehicle events are stored and searchable; standard PoE is enough for this model.
Q.08

Is it suitable for outdoors in Australia?

Yes. It has an IP67 aluminium housing against dust and water and a wide operating temperature range, so it suits exposed eaves, walls and car parks through heat, dust and rain.

§ 09Bundles

Recommended packages

01

Record and review it

Feed it to a Hikvision AcuSense recorder such as the 8-channel DS-7608NI-M2/8P, or the 16-channel DS-7616NI-M2/16P for larger sites. Add a surveillance-grade drive like the 8 TB for weeks of continuous footage.

02

Power it over one cable

Run a single network cable per camera from a PoE source. The HiLook 8-port PoE switch feeds several cameras and the recorder, keeping the cabling tidy on multi-camera sites.