Hikvision DS-2CD2366G2-IU 6MP AcuSense Turret Camera 2.8mm, Built-in Mic, 30m IR
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Hikvision DS-2CD2366G2-IU 6MP AcuSense Turret Camera 2.8mm, Built-in Mic, 30m IR

SKU: DS-2CD2366G2-IU
Description

This product has been discontinued – click here to view the replacement model Hikvision DS-2CD2366G2H-IU

-6MP (3200 × 1800) DarkFighter sensor — colour to 0.003 lux, with 30m smart infrared.
- AcuSense deep learning: alerts filtered to humans and vehicles, with line crossing and intrusion zones.
- Built-in microphone adds audio to the video record.
- 120dB true WDR, IP67 metal housing, -30°C to +60°C.
- PoE powered (802.3af) — drops straight into a Hikvision PoE NVR.
6MP Ultra HD 30m IR Night Vision IP67 Weatherproof False Alarm Reduction Human/Vehicle Detection Built-in Microphone
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01Overview

What the DS-2CD2366G2-IU is

Lens: 2.8mm.

The DS-2CD2366G2-IU is the default pick of Hikvision's G2 turret range — the same 6MP AcuSense camera as the kit-grade -I, plus a built-in microphone. Audio matters more often than buyers expect: a conversation at the front door, a voice in the carport, the context a silent clip can't give the police.

The AI is camera-side AcuSense: events classified to human and vehicle targets before they reach your phone, with line crossing, intrusion and region entry/exit zones each filtered to the target types you pick. Imaging is the G2 standard — 0.003 lux colour from the DarkFighter sensor, 30 metres of smart infrared, 120dB true WDR, and a 105.1° view identifying faces to about 7.9 metres.

It listens but doesn't speak: there's no speaker, strobe or two-way talk — the -ISU/SL adds those. PoE-powered (6.5W max), metal IP67 housing, rated -30°C to +60°C, MicroSD backup to 256GB.

See it in action

What the DS-2CD2366G2-IU 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 fac...

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 ... (1/2)
30m IR Night Vision — Built-in infrared lets the camera see in complete darkness up to around 30m — enough ... (2/2)

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.
False Alarm Reduction — Filtering helps separate real activity from harmless movement like rain, leaves or ...

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...

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.
IP67 Weatherproof — Sealed against dust and water to IP67, built to keep working through rain, storms and h...

IP67 Weatherproof

Sealed against dust and water to IP67, built to keep working through rain, storms and harsh sun — suitable for fully outdoor mounting.

Illustrative — simulated for demonstration

02Engineering

DS-2CD2366G2-IU specifications

- AcuSense Human/Vehicle Classification: deep learning on the camera filters out animals, rain and foliage before an alert is raised.
- Built-in Microphone: adds audio context to recordings where conversations are part of the evidence.
- Perimeter Protection: line crossing, intrusion and region entrance/exit detection, each set to trigger on humans, vehicles or both.
- DarkFighter Low-Light Sensor: colour rated to 0.003 lux, backed by 30m of smart infrared.
- 120dB True WDR: holds detail in faces against headlights and low sun.
- IP67 Metal Housing: rated -30°C to +60°C, powered by standard 802.3af PoE (6.5W max).

03Full datasheet

Detailed specifications

Camera & Image

Camera & Image — Hikvision DS-2CD2366G2-IU 6MP AcuSense Turret Camera 2.8mm, Built-in Mic, 30m IR
FeatureDetail
Image Sensor 1/2.4" Progressive Scan CMOS
Max. Resolution 3200 × 1800
Min. Illumination Color: 0.003 Lux @ (F1.6, AGC ON), B/W: 0 Lux with IR
Shutter Speed 1/3 s to 1/100,000 s
Slow Shutter Yes
Wide Dynamic Range 120 dB
Day & Night IR cut filter
Day/Night Switch Day, Night, Auto, Schedule
SNR ≥ 52 dB
Image Enhancement BLC, HLC, 3D DNR
Target Cropping Yes
Image Parameters Switch Yes
Image Settings Rotate mode, saturation, brightness, contrast, sharpness, gain, white balance adjustable by client software or web browser

04Why choose this

Built for the way you actually use the DS-2CD2366G2-IU

Alerts that are worth opening

AcuSense classifies humans and vehicles on the camera itself, so the 2am notification is a person in your driveway — not a possum, headlights or rain.

Audio is half the story

A silent clip shows someone at the door; the mic catches what they said. Where recording audio is appropriate, it turns footage into evidence with context.

The sensible default

Same imaging and AI as every other G2 in the range, with the mic included for much the same money as the audio-free -I — most buyers should start here.

It listens, it doesn't answer

Honest limit: no speaker, no strobe, no two-way talk. If you want the camera to push back, the -ISU/SL adds all three.

05Where it fits

Right at home in these scenarios

Front entry and porch

Faces identifiable to 7.9 metres with the doorstep conversation on the recording — check your state's rules on recording audio in shared spaces.

Driveway and carport

AcuSense flags the person, the mic catches the door handle being tried — context that helps police act on a clip.

Backyard and side access

Line crossing zones across gates and paths, with 30m of smart IR covering the approach after dark.

Small business interiors

Counters and entries where what was said matters as much as who was there — signage and consent rules apply to commercial audio.

06Setup

Installation & setup

  1. What's in the Box

    • Hikvision DS-2CD2366G2-IU Camera × 1
    • Drill Template and Screw Kit × 1
    • Quick Start Guide × 1

  2. Installation Requirements

    • Power: any 802.3af PoE NVR port or switch (max 6.5W). A separate 12V DC adapter is only needed without PoE.
    • Network: a wired Ethernet run back to your NVR or switch — PoE carries power and video together on the same line.
    • Mounting: solid wall, ceiling or eave at 2.5–3 metres, with the base sealed against the surface — the housing is IP67-rated for exposed positions.

  3. App Setup

    • Activate the camera with a strong password on first connection, then add it to the Hik-Connect app via QR code.
    • Enable push notifications so AcuSense human and vehicle alerts reach your phone.
    • Draw line crossing and intrusion zones tight to your own property through the camera's web interface, and set the target type to human and vehicle.

07Documentation

Manuals & guides

User Manual Installation Guide Quick Start Guide App Setup Guide

08Questions

Frequently asked about the DS-2CD2366G2-IU

Q.01

What does AcuSense actually do?
The camera classifies what triggered an event — human, vehicle, or neither — using deep learning on the camera itself, so a possum, rain or moving branches don't page your phone at 2am. It backs that with perimeter protection: line crossing, intrusion and region entrance/exit detection, each filtered to the target types you choose.
Q.02

How far can it see at night?
It records colour down to 0.003 lux through its F1.6 lens, switching to infrared with a 30-metre range in full darkness. Smart supplement light adjusts the IR intensity automatically so close objects don't white out.
Q.03

What does the 2.8mm lens cover?
105.1° horizontal and 53.4° vertical — a porch, garage front or driveway from one corner mount, with faces identifiable to about 7.9 metres. A long approach or a distant gate wants a longer-lens camera instead.
Q.04

Can I talk through this camera?
No — it has a microphone but no speaker, so it records audio without two-way talk. For live conversation and warnings, step up to the -ISU/SL, which adds a speaker, strobe and audible warning.
Q.05

Is it legal to record audio at home in Australia?
Listening-device laws differ by state, and recording private conversations generally needs consent — aim the camera at your own entries, mention recording on signage for business use, and check your state's rules. The no-mic -I variant exists exactly for places where that's too hard.
Q.06

Which NVR do I need for this camera?
Any current Hikvision PoE NVR records it, and because AcuSense classification runs in the camera itself, human and vehicle filtering works on the M-series recorders we kit it with — the DS-7604NI-M1/4P and DS-7608NI-M2/8P.
Q.07

How many channels and what size hard drive do I need?
Count your cameras and leave room to grow: up to 4 suit a 4CH NVR, up to 8 an 8CH. Each 6MP camera writes roughly 40GB a day recording continuously, so a 4TB drive holds about 3 weeks from four cameras — and two months or more on motion-only recording.
Q.08

Will it work with a non-Hikvision NVR?
Yes — it is ONVIF conformant (Profile S, G and T). You keep video and motion events; the smoothest experience with AcuSense filtering and the Hik-Connect app stays within the Hikvision ecosystem.
Q.09

Can I use this camera without an NVR?
You can — it takes a MicroSD card up to 256GB (not included) and streams to the Hik-Connect app. Most buyers still pair it with an NVR for longer retention, all cameras in one timeline and easier playback; treat the SD slot as backup.
Q.10

Is a Hikvision camera safe to use in Australia?
Hikvision equipment was removed from federal government sites in 2023 as a precaution, and there is no restriction on private or business use. This camera does not need a cloud account: it records to your NVR, works fully offline, and supports HTTPS, TLS and 802.1X authentication. If you want zero outbound traffic, put the system on an isolated network — it still records locally.
Q.11

Which 2366 turret should I buy?
Five variants share the same 6MP AcuSense classification. The G2H-IU is the night pick — an F1.0 lens rated 0.001 lux colour with the widest 114.8° view, plus a mic. The G2-IU is the value mic pick, and the G2-I the no-audio pick for privacy-sensitive sites. For deterrence, the G2H-IS2U/SL adds a strobe light, audible warnings and two-way talk on top of the F1.0 sensor but needs a PoE+ port; the G2-ISU/SL gives the same response on standard PoE.
Q.12

What if I want colour at night and active deterrence?
These AcuSense cameras record quietly in infrared and never light up, which suits discretion. For full-colour night footage and a camera that warns intruders off with a strobe and voice, the ColorVu range does that with the same human and vehicle AI. Pick AcuSense for quiet evidence, ColorVu where you want to be seen and heard.
Q.13

What warranty coverage applies in Australia?
The camera includes a 3-year warranty covering defects. Installation labour is not covered.

Buying from Smarket

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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.

How long does delivery take?

Metro delivery usually takes 2–4 business days after dispatch, and regional areas may take 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.

Do you offer installation?

We can connect you with licensed installers in Sydney and Melbourne. Installation typically starts from around $200 per camera depending on cable runs and site conditions. Email sales@smarket.com.au with your address and camera count for a quote.

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10Bundles

Recommended packages

01

Building a multi-camera system?

Our Hikvision AcuSense kits run the no-mic -I version of this camera with an M-series NVR and 4TB drive — add this -IU to a kit order where audio corners matter.

02

Want the camera to fight back?

The -ISU/SL adds a strobe light, audible warnings and two-way talk on standard PoE.

03

Night-critical spot?

The G2H-IU steps up to an F1.0 lens rated 0.001 lux with a wider 114.8° view.