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Meet the Dahua DH-IPC-HDBW3241FP-AS-0280B-S2—a mini dome IP camera that's as tough as it is smart, perfect for keeping an eye on things inside or out. It's packing a 2-megapixel CMOS sensor that doesn't just capture video; it grabs every detail at 1920x1080 resolution, smooth as butter with up to 25 frames per second. Fast movers? No problem, this camera's got them covered.
What's cool about this little powerhouse? For starters, its varifocal lens (yeah, that's a 2.8mm focal length for the techies) and a 126-degree viewing angle mean it sees more than you do. And when the lights go out? Its infrared night vision stretches up to 30 meters, making near-total darkness (0.002 lux, if you're counting) look like midday. Plus, with tricks like WDR, noise reduction, and an IR filter up its sleeve, it handles tricky lighting like a pro.
Rain or shine, this camera's IP67 rating means it laughs in the face of dust and downpours. And thanks to PoE support, setting it up is a breeze—just one Ethernet cable for power and data. Or, if you're old school, a 12V adapter will do the trick. Simple, right?
If you are interested in more details, you can find full information on the seller's page.
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| Brand | Dahua | Dahua | Dahua | Dahua | Reolink | |
| Model | DH-IPC-HDBW3241FP-AS-0280B-S2 | DH-IPC-HDBW3241RP-ZS-27135-S2 | DH-IPC-HDW3241EMP-S-0280B-S2 | DH-IPC-HDBW3441EP-AS-0360B-S2 | RLC-520A | OVO II |
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| Price | $94.57 | $160.13 | $78.79 | $83.64 | $54.99 | $21.99 |
| Seller | Vsesmart | Vsesmart | Vsesmart | Vsesmart | Amazon | Amazon |
| Update | Dec 6, 2025 | Dec 6, 2025 | Dec 6, 2025 | Dec 6, 2025 | Mar 11, 2026 | Mar 11, 2026 |
| Sensor | 2-megapixel CMOS | 2-megapixel CMOS | 2MP CMOS | 4-megapixel CMOS, 1/2.7 inch | ||
| Resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 pixels | 1920x1080 pixels | 2688x1520 pixels | 3MP (2304x1296P) | |
| Frame Rate | 25 fps | 30 fps | 30 fps | |||
| Lens | Varifocal, 2.8mm | Varifocal, 2.7mm minimum focal length | Fixed 2.8mm, 88° horizontal view | |||
| Viewing Angle | 126 degrees | 109 degrees | 107° horizontal, 56° vertical | |||
| Weatherproof | IP67 | IP67 | IP67 | |||