The 2-megapixel DS-2CD2421G0-IW IP camera with infrared illumination from the Hikvision EasyIP 1.0 Plus series is an excellent choice for surveillance of a private home or office area. It can be used to monitor indoor perimeters, and its installation is straightforward.
The camera is designed in a Cube form factor, with a plastic body. External interfaces include a DC 12V power port and an RJ45 network interface with PoE support. Additionally, under the cover, there is a slot for a micro SD card and a hardware reset button.
One of the main advantages of the camera is its budget-friendly price. Despite this, it features a 1/2.7″ sensor with a maximum resolution of 1080p and a recording speed of 25 fps. The camera is equipped with a 2.8mm lens with a 107° horizontal viewing angle, a built-in microphone, a hardware PIR sensor, and a day/night mode with infrared illumination up to 10 meters. The H.265 video compression technology helps reduce local network load and saves disk space.
Notable features include operation in temperatures ranging from -10°C to +40°C, convenient 3-axis adjustment, a built-in microphone for sound recording, a Wi-Fi module, the ability for remote viewing, and receiving PUSH notifications for alerts on your smartphone via the Hik-connect app.
VCA functions: the camera supports motion detection and video tamper alarms.