Hikvision DS-2DF8A836IX-AEL 8-inch 4K 36X Powered by DarkFighter IR Network Speed Dome
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Hikvision DS-2DF8A836IX-AEL 8-inch 4K 36X Powered by DarkFighter IR Network Speed Dome

SKU: DS-2DF8A836IX-AEL
Description

The Hikvision DS-2DF8A836IX-AEL is an 8 MP (4K) DarkFighter PTZ speed dome with a 36x optical zoom and infrared up to 250 m. Deep-learning auto-tracking follows people and vehicles, and the 4K detail lets you identify targets far across a large site, day or night.

Key points
- 8 MP (4096 x 2160) 4K on a 2/3" sensor
- 36x optical zoom (7.5 to 270 mm) plus 16x digital
- Infrared up to 250 m with Smart IR
- Human and vehicle detection with auto-tracking
- 360-degree endless pan; 300 presets; rapid focus
- IP67 and IK10 metal body; 24 VAC or Hi-PoE

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01Overview

What the DS-2DF8A836IX-AEL is

The Hikvision DS-2DF8A836IX-AEL is an 8 MP, 4K DarkFighter PTZ speed dome, the high-resolution choice for large sites where you want to read fine detail far across the scene. A 2/3" sensor records 4096 x 2160 video, so even at long zoom you keep enough pixels to identify a face or a number plate, and the 36x optical zoom (7.5 to 270 mm) reaches well down a perimeter or forecourt. Infrared lights the scene up to 250 m with Smart IR, and DarkFighter low-light technology keeps colour at dusk; the image under infrared at night is black and white, as expected for an IR camera.

On-camera deep learning is the reason to choose a dome at this level. It classifies people and vehicles, so the perimeter rules, line crossing, intrusion, region entrance and exit, alarm on real targets and ignore leaves, light, animals and flags, and auto-tracking follows a person or a vehicle once it is detected. Face capture adds detail to an event, and 300 presets with patrol and pattern scans automate a tour of fixed views. Rapid focus sharpens the picture quickly when you change the zoom, and the 360-degree endless pan covers every direction from the mount.

It is built for tough, large-scale sites. The metal housing is rated IP67 against dust and water and IK10 against impact, with a heater, 6000 V lightning protection and an operating range down to -40 degrees C, and it offers ceiling, in-ceiling, wall and junction-box mounting. This is a high-power camera that runs on a 24 VAC supply or Hi-PoE, not a standard NVR PoE port, and records to a network recorder or a microSD card up to 256 GB. Pair it with a high-bandwidth Hikvision NVR that can handle an 8 MP stream.

See it in action

What the DS-2DF8A836IX-AEL 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.
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.

02Engineering

DS-2DF8A836IX-AEL specifications

- 8 MP (4096 x 2160) 4K on a 2/3" progressive-scan CMOS sensor
- 36x optical zoom (7.5 to 270 mm) plus 16x digital zoom
- Infrared up to 250 m with Smart IR; black and white at night
- DarkFighter low-light imaging; rapid focus
- Human and vehicle detection with auto-tracking
- Face capture and perimeter protection that ignores weather
- 360-degree endless pan, 300 presets, patrol and pattern scans
- IP67 / IK10 metal body, heater; 24 VAC or Hi-PoE

03Full datasheet

Detailed specifications

Camera & Image

Camera & Image — Hikvision DS-2DF8A836IX-AEL 8-inch 4K 36X Powered by DarkFighter IR Network Speed Dome
FeatureDetail
Image Sensor 2/3" progressive scan CMOS
Min. Illumination Color: 0.005 Lux @(F1.5, AGC ON); B/W: 0.0005 Lux @(F1.5, AGC ON) 0 Lux with IR
White Balance Auto/Manual/ATW (Auto-tracking White Balance)/Indoor/Outdoor/Fluorescent Lamp/Sodium Lamp
Gain Auto/Manual
Shutter Time 50Hz: 1 to 1/30,000 s 60Hz: 1 to 1/30,000 s
Day & Night IR Cut Filter
Digital Zoom 16 ×
Privacy Mask 24 programmable polygon privacy masks, mask color or mosaic configurable
Focus Mode Auto/Semi-automatic/Manual
WDR Digital WDR
Rapid Focus Yes
Max. Resolution 4096 × 2160
Image Enhancement BLC, HLC, optical defog, 3D DNR, EIS, regional exposure, regional focus

04Why choose this

Built for the way you actually use the DS-2DF8A836IX-AEL

4K detail at long range

8 MP keeps enough pixels on a target at full zoom to identify a face or a plate far across a large site.

Tracks real targets

Human and vehicle detection drives auto-tracking and keeps perimeter alarms to people and vehicles, not weather or animals.

Sees a long way at night

Infrared to 250 m with Smart IR lights a large dark area, while DarkFighter holds colour at dusk.

Flexible, tough mounting

Ceiling, in-ceiling, wall and junction-box options with an IP67 / IK10 body suit almost any large-site position.

05Where it fits

Right at home in these scenarios

Airports and harbours

Read detail across an apron or quayside in 4K, zoom onto a vehicle or person at distance, and let auto-tracking follow them.

Public squares and campuses

Cover a large open space from one mount and zoom into an incident with enough resolution to identify those involved.

Industrial perimeters

Patrol preset views around a plant and lock onto a person or vehicle that enters a restricted zone at up to 250 m at night.

City surveillance

Give a control room a high-resolution long-range eye over a precinct, with deep-learning detection to flag real activity.

06Setup

Installation & setup

  1. In the box

    Camera and mounting hardware with the quick start guide. A bracket for your chosen mount, 24VAC supply or Hi-PoE injector, microSD card and NVR are bought separately.

  2. Mounting

    Choose ceiling, in-ceiling, wall or junction-box mounting and fit it high with a clear line across the site. A rigid mount keeps the 4K long-range view steady.

  3. Power and network

    This is a high-power PTZ. A standard NVR PoE port (802.3af/at) does not supply enough power, so use a Hi-PoE injector or a 36 VDC supply at the camera, bought separately, and run the video back to the recorder over the network.

  4. Setup tips

    Set preset positions and patrols, enable human and vehicle detection and auto-tracking, and size your NVR bandwidth and storage for an 8 MP stream.

08Questions

Frequently asked about the DS-2DF8A836IX-AEL

Q.01

Why choose 8 MP on the DS-2DF8A836IX-AEL over a 4 MP PTZ?
The 4K resolution keeps more pixels on a target at long zoom, so you can identify a face or a number plate further across a large site, and you can zoom into recorded footage after an event and still read detail. It pairs the high resolution with a 36x optical zoom and 250 m infrared.
Q.02

Does it follow people and vehicles automatically?
Yes. On-camera deep learning classifies people and vehicles, so auto-tracking can lock onto a target and follow it, and the perimeter rules alarm only on people and vehicles. That keeps alarms off leaves, light, animals and flags.
Q.03

How far does the infrared reach, and is it colour?
The infrared reaches up to 250 metres with Smart IR. The night image under infrared is black and white, as expected for an IR camera. By day and at dusk, DarkFighter and the wide dynamic range keep colour and detail in harsh light.
Q.04

How is it powered?
It runs on a 24 VAC supply or Hi-PoE, drawing up to 60 W. A standard NVR PoE port (802.3af or at) does not supply enough power, so use a 24 VAC supply or a Hi-PoE injector at the camera and run the video over the network.
Q.05

How do I mount it?
It supports ceiling mounting as standard, plus in-ceiling, wall and junction-box mounting with the matching brackets. Fit it high with a clear line across the site so the zoom and infrared are not blocked, on a rigid mount to keep the long view steady.
Q.06

What can I record it to?
Record it to a high-bandwidth Hikvision NVR that supports 8 MP cameras, or to a microSD card up to 256 GB inside the camera. An 8 MP stream uses more bandwidth and storage than a 4 MP one, so size the NVR and drive accordingly.
Q.07

Is it suitable for an exposed site?
Yes. The metal housing is rated IP67 against dust and water and IK10 against impact, with a heater, 6000 V lightning protection and an operating range down to -40 degrees C, so it suits poles, rooftops and open perimeters.

Buying from Smarket

Is your Hikvision, Dahua, HiLook and TP-Link VIGI stock genuine Australian stock?

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

Record it on an 8 MP-capable NVR

Send it to a high-bandwidth Hikvision NVR such as the 32-channel DS-7732NI-M4/24P or the 8-bay DS-9632NI-M8, and add a large surveillance drive like the 10 TB drive for weeks of 4K footage.

02

Power it correctly

This is a high-power PTZ. A standard NVR PoE port (802.3af/at) does not supply enough power, so use a Hi-PoE injector or a 36 VDC supply at the camera, bought separately, and run the video back to the recorder over the network.

03

Pair it with a long-IR companion

Add the 42x DS-2DF8442IXG1-ELWY where you need infrared out to 400 m alongside this 4K dome.