Hikvision DS-2CD2T46G2H-2I(4mm) – 4 MP AcuSense Powered-by-DarkFighter Fixed Bullet Network Camera
The Hikvision DS-2CD2T46G2H-2I(4mm) is a 4 MP AcuSense fixed bullet network camera built for outdoor sites that need strong low-light performance and precise perimeter alerts rather than colour night vision. Specifically, it uses a 1/3″ progressive scan CMOS sensor powered by DarkFighter technology paired with a fixed 4 mm lens, giving an 81.1° horizontal field of view and a detection range up to 78 m. In addition, its twin IR illuminators reach up to 60 m, so footage stays sharp and usable in full darkness even without supplemental lighting.
Meanwhile, deep-learning AcuSense human and vehicle classification covers both basic motion alerts and full perimeter protection, including line crossing, intrusion, and region entrance/exiting detection; as a result, false alarms from leaves, shadows, or small animals drop sharply. Furthermore, 120 dB true WDR keeps footage clear against strong backlighting at entrances and gates, and the all-metal housing carries an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance across a -30°C to 60°C range. On top of that, an on-board microSD slot supports up to 512 GB of local storage, so the camera can still capture footage if the network connection drops.
Technical Specifications
Camera & Optics
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | DS-2CD2T46G2H-2I(4mm) |
| Camera Type | 4 MP AcuSense Powered-by-DarkFighter Fixed Bullet Network Camera |
| Image Sensor | 1/3″ Progressive Scan CMOS |
| Max Resolution | 2688 × 1520 (4 MP) |
| Lens | Fixed focal, 4 mm, F1.0, M12 mount |
| Field of View | Horizontal 81.1°; Vertical 44.7°; Diagonal 94.6° |
| Angle Adjustment | Pan 0°–360°, tilt 0°–90°, rotation 0°–360° |
| Depth of Field | 2.5 m to infinity |
| DORI Range | Detect 78 m / Observe 31 m / Recognize 15 m / Identify 7 m |
| Minimum Illumination | Colour: 0.001 Lux @ (F1.0, AGC ON); B/W: 0 Lux with IR on |
| Shutter Speed | 1/3 s to 1/100,000 s |
| Day/Night | IR cut filter with auto switch |
| Wide Dynamic Range | 120 dB true WDR |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | ≥ 52 dB |
| Illuminator | 2× IR LEDs, 850 nm, up to 60 m range |
| Image Enhancement | BLC, HLC, 3D DNR, up to 4 programmable polygon privacy masks |
Video & Events
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Video Compression | Main stream: H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264; Sub-stream: H.265/H.264/MJPEG |
| Frame Rate | Up to 25 fps @ 2688×1520 (50 Hz); up to 30 fps @ 2688×1520 (60 Hz) |
| Bit Rate | 32 Kbps to 8 Mbps |
| Region of Interest | 1 fixed region for main and sub-stream |
| Smart Events | Human and vehicle classification, line crossing, intrusion, region entrance/exiting, face capture, video tampering alarm |
| Audio | Not supported – no built-in microphone, speaker, or alarm I/O |
Network & Storage
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Network Storage | On-board microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC card slot, up to 512 GB; also supports NAS (NFS, SMB/CIFS) |
| Ethernet Interface | 1 RJ45 10 M/100 M self-adaptive port |
| Network Protocols | TCP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, RTP, RTSP, NTP, UPnP, SMTP, IGMP, 802.1X, QoS, IPv4/IPv6, SSL/TLS, PPPoE, SNMP |
| Simultaneous Live View | Up to 6 channels; up to 32 users |
| API | ONVIF (Profile S/G/T), ISAPI, SDK |
| Software Clients | iVMS-4200, Hik-Connect, Hik-Central |
| Security | HTTPS encryption, IP address filter, security audit log, TLS 1.1/1.2, password protection |
Power & Physical
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 12 VDC ± 25%, 0.6 A, max. 7.2 W (Ø5.5 mm coaxial plug, reverse polarity protection); or PoE (IEEE 802.3af, Class 3, max. 9 W) |
| Ingress Protection | IP67 (dust and water resistant) |
| Operating Conditions | -30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 140°F); humidity 95% or less |
| Material | Front cover, body, and bracket: metal |
| Reset Key | Yes |
| Camera Dimensions | 286.7 mm × 93.1 mm × 91.2 mm (11.3″ × 3.7″ × 3.6″) |
| Camera Weight | Approx. 1085 g (2.4 lb.) |
Who This Camera Suits Best
- Perimeters and fence lines needing precise alerts – line-crossing and intrusion detection flag genuine threats at boundaries, cutting down on the false alarms basic motion detection produces.
- Sites with strong backlighting or deep shadow – for instance, gates facing direct sun or shaded loading bays benefit from the 120 dB WDR and DarkFighter low-light sensor.
- Warehouses, compounds, and commercial yards wanting a rugged build – since the all-metal housing withstands knocks and harsh weather better than plastic-bodied cameras, it suits demanding outdoor installations across Kenya.











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