Hikvision DS-2CE12DF3T-F 2.8MM ColorVu bullet camera
Outdoor bullet camera with ColorVu technology for round-the-clock color imaging
Specifications
- DNR
- 3D DNR
- WDR
- 130 dB
- Format
- 24/7 color imaging
- Aperture
- F1.0
- Lens
- 2.8/3.6mm
- Resolution
- 2 MP
- Technology
- ColorVu
Field of view and DORI distances
The angles come from the manufacturer’s documentation for this model. A level’s distance is how deep along the camera axis the required pixel density holds; in practice the result also depends on light, viewing angle and video compression. The values may differ from the DORI in the datasheet: manufacturers calculate it by their own method, here it strictly follows the IEC 62676-4 density thresholds.
- Detect
- 28.9 m
- Observe
- 11.6 m
- Recognize
- 5.8 m
- Identify
- 2.9 m
The angles were cross-checked against the manufacturer’s model page and datasheet.
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Hikvision DS-2CE12DF3T-F bullet ColorVu camera is a revolutionary solution for round-the-clock color recording without infrared illumination. ColorVu technology and an ultra-wide F1.0 aperture allow the camera to form a full-color image at 2MP resolution even at extremely low light levels, when ordinary cameras switch to black-and-white mode. True WDR 130 dB and 3D DNR additionally improve picture quality in difficult conditions.
Advantages
- ColorVu — color image 24/7 without switching to black-and-white mode
- F1.0 aperture — maximum luminous flux for night recording
- True WDR 130 dB — clear image under sharp lighting contrast
- 3D DNR — suppression of digital noise for a clean picture
- Full HD 1920×1080 resolution — sufficient for identification in color
- Choice of 2.8/3.6 mm lenses — adjusting the viewing angle to the site
Applications
- Poorly lit streets and yards — color video instead of useless dark frames
- Entrance groups and front doors — identifying visitors by clothing color
- Parking areas and lots — recording the color of cars for searches
- Retail facilities — detailed color recording for investigations
Frequently asked questions
Why is color needed at night if black-and-white is enough?
Is external illumination needed for ColorVu to work?
Can this camera be used outdoors?
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