Dahua Technology IPC-HF7842F-Z-X 8MP BOX WizMind Network Camera

Technical Specification

Features:
  • Make: Dahua Technology
  • Model code: IPC-HF7842F-Z-X
  • Series: WizMind 7 Series
  • Chip Inch Size: 1/1.8 inch
  • Colour Type: Colour / Monochrome
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Additional info:

8-MP 1/1.8" CMOS image sensor, low luminance, and high definition image. Outputs max. 8 MP (3840 × 2160)@50/60 fps. ROI, flexible coding, applicable to various bandwidth and storage environments. Two intelligent functions can be enabled at the same time, such as face recognition+people counting, face detection+people counting and PPE Detection+IVS. With deep learning algorithm, it supports: face recognition, face detection, IVS, people counting, video metadata, PPE Detection, parking space management and ANPR, etc. Privacy Protection: Mosaics can be automatically placed over the face or body of a person to protect their privacy. 12 VDC/24 VAC/PoE+/ePoE power supply, 12 VDC power output, max. current 165 mA and peak current is 700 mA, easy for installation.

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Make Dahua Technology
Manufacturer Dahua Technology Ltd
Category CCTV>IP cameras
Model code IPC-HF7842F-Z-X
Series WizMind 7 Series
Chip Inch Size 1/1.8 inch
Colour Type Colour / Monochrome
Resolution 8 MP resolution
Specialist Type Megapixel
Sensitivity Lux 0.0006 [email protected] (Color, 30 IRE); 0.0003 [email protected] (B/W, 30 IRE)
Auto Iris Yes
Direct Drive Yes
Lens Mount C/CS mount
Electrical Specifications Voltage: 12 V DC / 24 V AC / PoE+ / ePoE
Power Consumption: Max. (WDR+ intelligence on+ ICR switch): 17.1 W (12 VDC); 16.5 W (24 VAC); 15 W (PoE)
Mount Type Wall, Ceiling, Plane
Wide Dynamic Range Yes
Back Light Compensation Yes
Auto Gain Control Yes
White Balance Yes
Electronic Shutter Range 1/3 s–1/100,000 s
S/ N (Signal/ Noise) Ratio dB >56dB
Compression Type H.265; H.264; H.264H; H.264B; MJPEG (Only supported by the sub stream)
Network Properties Interface: RJ-45 (10/100/1000 Base-T)
Network Protocols: IPv4; IPv6; HTTP; TCP; UDP; ARP; RTP ; RTSP; RTCP; RTMP; SMTP; FTP; SFTP; DHCP; DNS; DDNS; QoS; UPnP; NTP; Multicast; ICMP; IGMP; NFS; SAMBA; PPPoE; SNMP; P2P; Auto Register
Physical Specifications Dimensions mm: 162 × 87 × 74
Weight g: 800
Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature oC: –30 ~ +60 C (–22 ~ +140 F)
Operating Humidity %: ≤95%
System Requirements Web Browser: IE: IE11 and later; Chrome: Chrome 88.0.4324.190 and later; Firefox: Firefox 47.0.2 and later

Product description

The Dahua Technology DH-IPC-HF7842F-Z-X, also known as the 8MP BOX WizMind Network Camera, is a state-of-the-art surveillance solution designed for advanced security applications. Featuring an 8-megapixel 1/1.8” CMOS image sensor, this camera ensures high-definition imagery with low luminance, offering clear and precise visuals even in challenging lighting conditions.

Key Features

  • High Resolution & Frame Rate: Delivers up to 8 MP (3840 × 2160) at 50/60 fps ensuring smooth motion capture.
  • Intelligent Functions: Supports simultaneous features such as face recognition, people counting, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) detection.
  • Privacy Protection: Automatically applies mosaics over faces or bodies to safeguard privacy.
  • Robust Build: Dustproof, waterproof, and vandal-proof, certified to IP67 and IK10 standards.
  • Advanced AI Capabilities: Includes video metadata capture, ANPR, and parking space management facilitated by a high-performance AI-enabled GPU chip.

Ideal Use Cases

The Dh-IPC-HF7842F-Z-X is ideal for versatile environments requiring reliable surveillance, such as urban traffic management with its ANPR function, industrial sites where PPE detection is crucial, and high-security facilities needing face recognition and perimeter protection enabled by deep learning algorithms.

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