Hikvision DS-2SF8C442MXS-DLW 4MP TandemVu PTZ – Dual-Lens 42× Zoom, 300 m IR
Hikvision DS-2SF8C442MXS-DLW 4MP TandemVu PTZ – Dual-Lens 42× Zoom, 300 m IR
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Description
Description
Introducing the Hikvision DS-2SF8C442MXS-DLW – 4 MP 42× TandemVu Outdoor PTZ
If you’ve been looking for a security camera that not only covers wide areas but also zooms in to capture critical detail, this model delivers exactly that. With both a high-resolution bullet channel and a powerful PTZ channel working in tandem, you gain full-scene awareness and pinpoint clarity—whether day or night. Rugged enough for the elements and smart enough to detect what matters, it gives you peace of mind in one package.
Why Buyers Choose This Model
- Dual-channel design (bullet + PTZ) — Because you don’t want separate cameras to monitor one area when one smart system does it all.
- 4 MP resolution on both channels — So you can clearly identify license plates, faces or incidents without compromise.
- 42× optical zoom plus 16× digital — Let’s you zoom in on distant targets while still keeping wide-area context.
- Exceptional night performance — With white-light up to ≈30 m and IR up to ≈300 m, you’ll see clearly even in darkness.
- Smart analytics included — The PTZ channel supports deep-learning detection of humans, faces and vehicles, meaning fewer false alarms.
- Built for harsh environments — Rated IP67 for weather and IK10 for vandal resistance, so you won’t worry about installation outdoors.
What This Helps You Avoid
Imagine you’re responsible for safety: you install a standard fixed camera and in a critical moment you find the image is too grainy to identify the person, or the view is too narrow to capture the context. Worse, you have to add another camera just to get the zoom, doubling equipment cost and complexity.
With this camera you avoid:
- Blurry or unusable footage when it matters most.
- Gaps in coverage from using small-field cameras only.
- Night-time blindness because of poor illuminators.
- Frequent failures or replacements due to harsh weather exposure.
- Alert fatigue caused by too many false alarms with no smart filtering.
You get a streamlined solution that covers broad areas, zooms in for identification, works 24/7, and stands up to the environment—without needing a fleet of separate cameras and analytics tools.
What’s in the Box
- Hikvision DS-2SF8C442MXS-DLW camera unit
- Standard power and mounting accessory pack (wall/pole as applicable)
- User manual and quick installation guide
- Warranty/registration card
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Shipping Details
Shipping Details
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Product Support
Product Support
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30 Day Returns & Money Back Guarantee
30 Day Returns & Money Back Guarantee
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DS-1661ZJ-P, DS-1603ZJ-Pole-P, DS-1603ZJ-P, DS-1100KI
Accessories & Mounts Available
Technical Specifications
Hikvision DS-2SF8C442MXS-DLW — 4MP TandemVu 42× PTZ
See the big picture and the tiny details at the same time. The DS-2SF8C442MXS-DLW pairs a wide-angle bullet channel with a powerful 42× PTZ, so you can monitor an entire scene and instantly zoom for evidence—day or night. DarkFighter tech delivers color at low light, long-range IR reaches up to 300 m, and rugged IP67/IK10 protection keeps it working in harsh outdoor conditions. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Key Features
- TandemVu dual-channel design — capture a large area on the bullet view while the PTZ locks onto details for identification.
- Powerful 42× optical zoom + 16× digital — secure expansive areas and pull in critical evidence fast.
- DarkFighter low-light performance — 24/7 colorful imaging with extremely low minimum illumination.
- Long-range night vision — up to 30 m white light (bullet) and 300 m IR (PTZ) for true day/night coverage.
- Deep-learning analytics — PTZ channel detects/captures human body, face, and vehicles with smart linkages and auto-tracking.
- Rugged outdoor build — IP67 weatherproof, IK10 vandal resistance, and 6000 V surge protection.
DORI (Detect–Observe–Recognize–Identify)
Camera
Lens & Illumination
PTZ
Video
Audio
Network & Security
Image & Enhancements
Events & Analytics
Interfaces & Storage
General
Accessories Found
- DS-1661ZJ-P (Accessory)
- DS-1603ZJ-Pole-P (Optional)
- DS-1603ZJ-P (Optional)
Ideal Applications & Common Uses
- Large outdoor sites needing both overview and detail—parking lots, campuses, stadiums, industrial yards.
- Perimeter and long-range monitoring where 42× zoom and 300 m IR are advantageous.
- City surveillance, intersections, and public spaces that benefit from analytics and auto-tracking.
- Harsh environments requiring IP67 weatherproofing and IK10 vandal resistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The camera supports up to 4 MP resolution for both the bullet channel and the PTZ channel—specifically 2560×1440 for each. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
The bullet channel features white-light illumination up to 30 m, while the PTZ channel uses IR illumination up to 300 m for true day/night coverage.
The PTZ channel offers a 42× optical zoom and 16× digital zoom, enabling detailed views over long distances.
This model is rated to operate from –40 °C to +70 °C (–40 °F to 158 °F), supports up to 95% humidity (non-condensing), and is protected to IP67 (dust/water) and IK10 (vandal resistance).
Yes — the PTZ channel supports deep-learning functions including simultaneous detection and capture of human body, face and vehicle. The bullet channel does not support multi-target type detection.
Yes — a microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC card slot supports up to 256 GB for on-board storage.
The PTZ channel pans 0°–360°, tilts –20° to +90°, with pan speed up to 240°/s (preset) and tilt speed up to 200°/s (preset). The bullet channel has a tilt of 7°–17°.
The camera requires 36 V DC ± 25% and has a maximum power consumption of 70 W including heaters and supplementary lights. :
Yes — besides the wide operating temperature range and IP67/IK10 ratings, the unit also includes a wiper and de-mist function for outdoor lens clarity.
The camera supports H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264 for main streams, and H.265/H.264/MJPEG for sub/third streams, enabling flexible storage and streaming optimization.

