Dome IP security camera Hikvision Pro Series ColorVu DS-2CD2187G2H-LISU 4mm Outdoor 8MP 3840×2160 Ceiling/wall

The Hikvision Pro Series ColorVu DS-2CD2187G2H-LISU is an 8 MP fixed mini dome IP security camera designed for outdoor ceiling or wall installation. It delivers 3840 x 2160 resolution images, combines ColorVu illumination and Smart Hybrid Light for clear color footage in low light, and supports wired Ethernet connectivity. The camera includes built-in audio, H.265+ compression to reduce bandwidth and storage, and durable weather- and vandal-resistant housing suitable for many surveillance scenarios.

Advantages

This camera provides high-quality 8 MP imaging with wide dynamic range (130 dB WDR) to handle strong backlight, plus long-range night capability using Smart Hybrid Light with IR/white illumination up to approximately 30 m. Efficient H.265+ compression lowers storage and network load while onboard deep-learning based human and vehicle classification helps reduce false alarms. The IP67/IK10-rated dome in white is built for outdoor use and supports ceiling or wall mounting.

Suitable for

• Outdoor perimeter surveillance for homes, small businesses, and commercial sites
• Parking lots and entrances where human and vehicle detection is needed
• Areas requiring high-resolution footage for identification and evidence

When it may not be suitable

This wired IP camera requires Ethernet connectivity and does not provide Wi‑Fi, so it is not suitable where cabling cannot be installed or PoE/infrastructure is unavailable. Very long-range detection beyond the listed observe/detect distances may require additional optics or camera models with greater focal length.

Key specifications

• Image sensor: CMOS, optical size 25.4 / 1.8 mm (1/1.8")
• Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (8 MP)
• Frame rate: up to 30 fps
• Lens: 4 mm, horizontal viewing angle ~90°, vertical ~45.8°
• Night illumination: Smart Hybrid Light with IR/white, effective to ~30 m
• WDR: 130 dB
• Compression: H.265+
• Analytics: deep-learning based human and vehicle classification
• Audio: built-in microphone
• Connectivity: wired Ethernet LAN
• Mounting: ceiling or wall
• Ingress and impact protection: IP67 and IK10
• Color: white
• Weight: 0.525 kg

How to use

Install the camera on a suitable ceiling or wall bracket with access to a wired Ethernet connection and power (PoE recommended). Aim the 4 mm lens to cover the area of interest and adjust mounting angle up to the camera’s rotation range. Configure network settings and enable H.265+ encoding on your recorder or VMS to optimize storage. Activate built-in analytics for human and vehicle classification and set appropriate sensitivity to reduce false alarms. Use the microphone input if real-time audio monitoring is required.

What to consider before purchase

• Requires wired Ethernet and compatible PoE or power source—no Wi‑Fi
• Verify mounting location supports ceiling or wall installation and provides required cabling
• Confirm the 4 mm lens viewing angles and listed detect/observe/recognize distances meet your coverage needs
• Ensure your recorder or VMS supports H.265+ and Hikvision analytics if you intend to use those features

Recommendations

For reliable long-term outdoor performance, mount the camera under an overhang where possible, use PoE for simplified power and data over a single cable, and test analytic settings on-site to balance detection accuracy and false alarm reduction.