Hikvision DS-2DF8442IXS-AELWY(T5) — 4MP 42x Optical Zoom DarkFighter PTZ with 400m IR & Face Capture

Designed for wide-area outdoor monitoring — think perimeters, carparks, ports, industrial yards and city precincts — the Hikvision DS-2DF8442IXS-AELWY(T5) is a serious 4 MP DarkFighter PTZ speed dome. Its 1/1.8" progressive-scan CMOS sensor works with DarkFighter ultra-low-light technology to hold clean colour images even when the scene is nearly black, and the combination of 42x optical zoom and 16x digital zoom brings distant detail into sharp focus anywhere across a sprawling site. For after-dark reach, Smart IR illumination extends up to 400 m, while the IP67-rated housing shrugs off harsh Australian conditions. On the intelligence side, built-in face capture detects, grades and selects faces as they move through the scene, and road-traffic detection picks out vehicles — well suited to advanced security and traffic-monitoring roles. Backed by a 3-year Australian warranty.

Key Specifications at a Glance

• Resolution: 4 MP · 2560 × 1440
• Zoom: 42x Optical · 16x Digital
• Low Light: DarkFighter Technology
• IR Range: Up to 400 m
• AI: Face Capture · Road Traffic
• Protection: IP67 · 3-Year AU Warranty

Built for Long-Range Outdoor Surveillance

42x Optical Zoom + DarkFighter

With 42x optical zoom backed by 16x digital zoom, this PTZ can reach right across open yards, carparks and long perimeter lines to capture close-up detail. Where ordinary cameras go blind after dusk, DarkFighter ultra-low-light technology keeps the picture clean and genuinely usable in near-dark scenes.

400 m Smart IR Night View

Smart IR illumination stretches to 400 m for genuine long-distance coverage after dark. As you zoom, the IR output adapts automatically — distant targets stay lit without nearby subjects washing out from over-exposure.

Face Capture & Road Traffic

On-board face capture detects, captures, grades and selects faces even while people are moving, and road-traffic detection identifies passing vehicles. Together they suit entry monitoring, traffic enforcement and high-security sites.

IP67 All-Weather Build

Sealed to IP67 against dust ingress and heavy rain, the housing is built for tough, exposed Australian environments — industrial facilities, ports, council precincts and open perimeters.

Technical Specifications

DS-2DF8442IXS-AELWY(T5) · Specifications
SKU	DS-2DF8442IXS-AELWY(T5)
Camera Type	Hikvision PTZ Series · 4 MP DarkFighter AcuSense Network Speed Dome
Image Sensor	1/1.8" Progressive Scan CMOS
Max Resolution	4 MP · 2560 × 1440
Low-Light Technology	DarkFighter
Optical Zoom	42x
Digital Zoom	16x
IR Distance	Up to 400 m (Smart IR)
AI / Smart Functions	Face capture (detect, capture, grade, select) · road-traffic / vehicle detection
PTZ Control	360° endless pan · tilt with auto-flip · presets, patrols and patterns
Weatherproof Rating	IP67
Warranty	3-Year Australian Warranty

Frequently Asked Questions

How far can this PTZ see at night?

Its Smart IR illumination covers up to 400 m, and paired with DarkFighter low-light technology it produces clean footage in near-dark scenes far beyond what a standard fixed camera can manage.

What is the total zoom capability?

You get 42x optical zoom together with 16x digital zoom — enough reach to resolve a face, a number plate or activity at the far side of a large site while retaining the wider situational picture.

What smart detection features does it have?

The camera includes face capture, which detects, captures, grades and selects faces in motion, plus road-traffic detection for identifying vehicles — practical for entrance monitoring, traffic management and high-security perimeter work.

Is it suitable for outdoor installation?

Absolutely. With an IP67-rated housing sealed against dust and driving rain, it is built for exposed Australian outdoor locations such as carparks, perimeters, ports and industrial yards.

Why Choose the Hikvision DS-2DF8442IXS-AELWY(T5)

For large sites where zoom reach, low-light clarity and intelligent detection all count, the DS-2DF8442IXS-AELWY(T5) is a standout long-range PTZ. It pairs serious optical performance with practical AI features and rugged all-weather construction, and comes with a full 3-year Australian warranty.