Hikvision DS-2CE72DF3T-F(2.8mm) 2MP ColorVu Fixed Turret Camera

The Hikvision DS-2CE72DF3T-F(2.8mm) is a 2MP ColorVu Turbo HD turret camera, delivering full-colour imaging around the clock in a compact, no-frills turret housing without a built-in microphone — a straightforward, cost-effective way to deploy ColorVu-grade colour night imaging.

Hikvision DS-2CE72DF3T-F ColorVu Turret Camera

This camera uses a 2MP CMOS sensor (1920x1080 max resolution) with an F1.0 super-aperture lens, maintaining full-colour imaging down to 0.0005 Lux and effectively 0 Lux once the white light illuminator engages — avoiding the switch to black-and-white that standard night-vision cameras rely on. The 2.8mm lens delivers a wide 106° horizontal field of view, suitable for covering broad areas such as driveways, yards or building perimeters from a single mounting position.

Video output covers four switchable formats (TVI/AHD/CVI/CVBS) through a single BNC port, giving broad backward compatibility with most existing analogue DVR infrastructure regardless of format standard. The housing carries an IP67 rating for water and dust resistance, suitable for permanent outdoor installation. As a base model without the built-in microphone found on the related -FS variant, it represents a simpler, more cost-effective way to add ColorVu colour imaging where audio capture isn't required.

KEY BENEFITS

• Full-colour imaging 24/7, even in near-total darkness
• 4-in-1 video output works with most existing analogue DVRs
• IP67 rated for reliable outdoor use
• Wide 106° field of view covers broad areas
• Cost-effective base model without unneeded audio hardware

KEY FEATURES

• 2MP CMOS sensor, max resolution 1920x1080
• 2.8mm fixed lens, FOV 106°(H) / 56°(V) / 129°(D)
• Min. illumination 0.0005 Lux colour (F1.0, AGC ON), 0 Lux with white light
• 4-in-1 video output: TVI/AHD/CVI/CVBS
• IP67 water/dust resistant
• M12 lens mount, turret form factor

IDEAL FOR

• Driveways, yards and open outdoor areas needing colour identification at night
• Cost-conscious installs not requiring built-in audio capture
• Analogue DVR upgrades needing broad format compatibility
• Perimeter and building exterior monitoring
• Covered outdoor areas suited to a low-profile turret body
• Large multi-camera installs where per-unit cost efficiency matters

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this differ from the DS-2CE72DF3T-FS model?

This base -F model does not include a built-in microphone, while the -FS variant adds one for audio capture — otherwise both share the same core ColorVu sensor and illumination technology.

Does this camera really capture colour images at night?

Yes. It uses an F1.0 super-aperture lens combined with white-light illumination, maintaining full-colour imaging down to extremely low light levels rather than switching to black-and-white like traditional night-vision cameras.

What video formats does this camera output?

It supports TVI, AHD, CVI and CVBS output over a standard BNC connection, giving broad compatibility with most existing analogue DVR infrastructure.

Is this suitable for outdoor mounting?

Yes — it carries an IP67 ingress protection rating for water and dust resistance, though as with most turret-style cameras, mounting under some form of cover or overhang is generally preferred to keep the dome surface clear of direct rain streaking.

What's the difference between the 2.8mm and 3.6mm lens versions?

The 2.8mm lens gives a wider field of view suited to broad-area coverage, while the 3.6mm lens gives a narrower, longer-throw view suited to covering more distant points of interest.

Is this camera compatible with my existing analogue DVR?

Yes, its 4-in-1 switchable video output covers TVI, AHD, CVI and CVBS formats, so it should be compatible with most existing analogue DVR systems regardless of standard.