Hikvision DS-2CD2085G1-I 8MP Outdoor Mini Bullet Camera 30m IR
Hikvision DS-2CD2085G1-I 8MP Outdoor Mini Bullet Camera
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Hikvision

Hikvision DS-2CD2085G1-I 8MP Outdoor Mini Bullet Camera 30m IR

SKU: DS-2CD2085G1-I2
Description

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
8MP Ultra HD 30m IR Night Vision IP67 Weatherproof
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§ 01Overview

What the DS-2CD2085G1-I2 is

The Hikvision DS-2CD2085G1-I is an 8 MP mini bullet that brings 4K detail to a straightforward, well-priced outdoor camera.

A 3840 x 2160 sensor resolves faces, number plates and fine detail across a driveway or frontage, and a compact bullet body powers and networks over a single PoE cable, so it is quick to deploy on homes and small business sites.

Powered-by-DarkFighter technology gives it strong low-light sensitivity, holding a clean picture under faint street or security lighting, and EXIR infrared lights the scene up to 30 m once it is fully dark.

In infrared the image is black-and-white.

A 120 dB wide dynamic range balances bright entrances against shadow so faces are not lost in glare, and H.265+ compression cuts the bandwidth and storage a 4K stream would otherwise need.

On-board smart events - line crossing, intrusion, object removal and scene change - can trigger recording and alerts.

A couple of honest notes so you choose the right camera.

This is an infrared night-vision camera, not a ColorVu camera: it gives a black-and-white picture at night rather than full colour, and it does not have a built-in microphone, so it captures video only.

If you need 24/7 colour, a built-in mic or deep-learning human and vehicle filtering, look at a ColorVu or AcuSense bullet instead.

The IP67 metal housing handles dust and heavy rain, and it records to any Hikvision NVR.

See it in action

What the DS-2CD2085G1-I2 features actually look like

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

8MP Ultra HD — 8MP (4K) resolution captures four times the detail of 1080p. Even when a person or car is fa... (1/2)
8MP Ultra HD — 8MP (4K) resolution captures four times the detail of 1080p. Even when a person or car is fa... (2/2)

8MP Ultra HD

8MP (4K) resolution captures four times the detail of 1080p.
Even when a person or car is far down the driveway, you can zoom in and still recognise a face or read a number plate — detail that lower-resolution cameras lose.
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.
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-2CD2085G1-I2 specifications

- 8 MP (3840 x 2160) 1/2" CMOS at up to 20 fps for 4K detail
- 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 and noisy scenes
- On-board smart events: line crossing, intrusion, object removal, scene change
- Efficient H.265+ compression to save bandwidth and storage
- Built-in microSD slot up to 128 GB; PoE or 12 VDC
- IP67 weatherproof metal housing for exposed outdoor sites

§ 03Full datasheet

Detailed specifications

Camera & Image

Camera & Image — Hikvision DS-2CD2085G1-I 8MP Outdoor Mini Bullet Camera 30m IR
FeatureDetail
Image Sensor 1/2" Progressive Scan CMOS
Min. Illumination Color: 0.008 Lux @ (F1.2, AGC ON), 0.014 Lux @ (F1.6, AGC ON)
Shutter Speed 1/3 s to 1/100,000 s
Slow Shutter Yes
Day & Night IR cut filter
DNR 3D DNR
Wide Dynamic Range 120dB
Max. Resolution 3840 × 2160
Image Enhancement BLC/3D DNR/HLC
Image Setting Rotate mode, saturation, brightness, contrast, sharpness, AGC, and white balance adjustable by client software or web browser
ROI (Region of Interest) Support 1 fixed region for main stream and sub-stream separately
Day/Night Switch Day/Night/Auto/Schedule

§ 04Why choose this

Built for the way you actually use the DS-2CD2085G1-I2

4K detail, simple camera

An 8 MP sensor resolves faces and plates in a straightforward, well-priced PoE bullet.

Clean in low light

Powered-by-DarkFighter imaging and 30 m EXIR keep the picture usable after dark.

Light on storage

H.265+ compression keeps the 4K stream manageable on bandwidth and disk.

Honest and weatherproof

Clear IR (not full-colour) night vision in a tough IP67 metal housing - no overstated claims.

§ 05Where it fits

Right at home in these scenarios

Homes and driveways

Cover an entrance or driveway in 4K detail with reliable infrared at night.

Shopfronts and frontages

Watch a frontage or car park edge where fine detail matters.

Small business perimeters

Add affordable 4K coverage to gates, side passages and yards.

General outdoor coverage

Fit a tough, simple bullet where you want detail without extra features.

§ 06Setup

Installation & setup

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What's in the box

One DS-2CD2085G1-I 8MP mini bullet camera with mounting hardware and documentation. The PoE switch or NVR, network cable, microSD card and any junction box are supplied separately.

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Installation requirements

Mount it on a wall or eave aimed at the area to cover and run a single network cable to a PoE switch or NVR, or provide 12 VDC power. Fit a microSD card if you want local backup, focus the fixed lens, and add the camera to a Hikvision NVR for recording. A junction box neatens and protects the cable connection.

§ 07Questions

Frequently asked about the DS-2CD2085G1-I2

Q.01

Does the DS-2CD2085G1-I record in colour at night?
No. It is an infrared night-vision camera, so after dark the picture is black-and-white using EXIR infrared up to 30 m. Powered-by-DarkFighter imaging keeps it clean under faint existing light, but for full colour at night you would need a ColorVu camera with white-light supplement instead.
Q.02

Does it have a built-in microphone?
No. This model captures video only and does not have a built-in microphone or speaker. If you need audio recording, choose a Hikvision camera with a built-in mic, such as a -U model, or add a separate microphone where recording sound is permitted.
Q.03

Does it filter out animals and other false alarms?
It has on-board smart events such as line crossing and intrusion detection, which is useful, but it does not have AcuSense deep-learning human and vehicle classification. For target-based filtering that ignores animals, rain and foliage, choose an AcuSense camera such as the DS-2CD2086G2-I.
Q.04

How far does the night vision reach?
Its EXIR infrared lights the scene up to 30 m, which suits a driveway, frontage or small yard. The even EXIR spread avoids the bright centre hot-spot of older infrared, and the low-light sensor extends what you can see under existing lighting before the infrared is needed.
Q.05

Why choose 8 MP for this camera?
The 8 MP (4K) sensor captures far more detail than a 2 MP or 4 MP camera, so you can crop into a recording to read a face or number plate. H.265+ compression keeps that high-resolution stream manageable on bandwidth and storage.
Q.06

How is it powered and recorded?
It powers and networks over a single PoE cable, or runs on 12 VDC, and records to any Hikvision NVR. A built-in microSD slot up to 128 GB also gives local backup if the network drops.
Q.07

Is it suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. The metal housing is rated IP67 against dust and heavy rain, so it works on eaves, walls and frontages in the Australian climate. A junction box is a tidy way to conceal and protect the cabling behind it.

§ 09Bundles

Recommended packages

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Step up to AcuSense

For deep-learning human and vehicle filtering, the DS-2CD2086G2-I adds AcuSense to the same 8 MP bullet form.

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Tidy the cabling

Add a DS-1280ZJ-DM21 junction box to conceal and protect the cable behind the bullet.