DAHUA DH-IPC-HFW1230S1 (2 MP/2.8 MM) - PoE IP CAMERA
Description Dahua HFW1230S1
The lightest camera in this part of the catalog — just 220 g
DH-IPC-HFW1230S1 weighs just 220 g — noticeably less than most bullet cameras of the same class, which typically weigh 350-500 g. The lighter build simplifies mounting on drywall, thin brackets, or structures where weight matters, while still not requiring reinforced fixings.
People and vehicle recognition in a budget tier
Despite the affordable price, the camera has built-in people and vehicle recognition — a feature not always found in the budget end of 2 MP camera lineups. That means fewer false alerts from unrelated objects even at this lineup's most affordable price point.
A 102° viewing angle and 30 m illumination range
A 102° viewing angle covers a typical yard or entrance area with a single unit, and an effective illumination range of up to 30 m gives confident night vision over typical grounds around a building. A metal/plastic build balances sufficient mechanical strength with a moderate weight.
12V/PoE power at 4.1 W
The camera supports power from 12V or via PoE to the 802.3af standard, drawing just 4.1 W — one of the lowest figures in this catalog. IP67 protection and an operating range from -40°C to +60°C allow year-round outdoor installation.
A microphone and ONVIF, RTSP, FTP protocols
A built-in microphone captures audio alongside video, and ONVIF, RTSP, FTP, and CGI support gives flexibility connecting to recorders from different manufacturers. This model has no SD card slot — the archive is kept by the recorder or network storage.
The lowest current draw among cameras in this catalog — 0.3 A
Current draw of roughly 0.3 A is among the lowest figures of any camera in this lineup, even lower than the compact Micro-USB-powered DH-C5A. Combined with a light 220 g weight, that makes the model well suited to sites where every mounting point connects to a PoE switch with a limited total power budget across a large number of cameras.
A 162.6 mm housing length at 70 mm width
Dimensions of 162.6×70 mm are typical for bullet cameras in this segment — the housing is compact enough for a discreet mount while still keeping a visible shape that signals the presence of surveillance. One infrared illumination diode provides the standard night-vision range of up to 30 m.
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Characteristics Dahua HFW1230S1
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