HiLook by Hikvision IPC-T289H-MU(2.8mm) 8MP 4K ColorVu IP PoE Turret Camera with Built-in Mic & 130dB WDR

The HiLook by Hikvision IPC-T289H-MU(2.8mm) is a professional-grade 8MP (4K) ColorVu IP PoE turret camera with a built-in microphone and 130dB WDR, built for dependable 24/7 colour security. Below is the full feature set and technical specification — buy at trade prices from Zenith Security Co with fast UK delivery.

Key Features

• 8MP 4K resolution for outstanding detail
• ColorVu 24/7 full-colour imaging with a large aperture for bright night footage
• Built-in microphone captures real-time audio (check local laws before recording audio)
• 130dB Wide Dynamic Range for clear images against strong backlight
• H.265+ smart compression — up to 75% less bandwidth and storage
• IP67 weatherproof metal body for indoor or outdoor use
• Power over Ethernet (PoE) — single-cable power and data
• Free remote viewing & playback via the HiLookVision or Hik-Connect / HiLookVision app

Manufacturer Description

High quality imaging with 8 MP resolution, 24/7 colorful imaging, Clear imaging against strong backlight due to 130 dB WDR technology, Efficient H.265+ compression technology, Built-in microphone, IP67.

Who is the IPC-T289H-MU for?

HiLook’s 8MP (4K) ColorVu turret with a built-in microphone and 130dB WDR — four times the pixel detail of 1080p, in colour at night. This is the camera for a single position that has to cover a wide area and still yield identifiable detail when you zoom in: a whole shop floor from one corner, a forecourt, a wide drive and frontage, or a large garden. 4K also gives you headroom to crop into footage after the event. It needs a 4K-capable NVR and more storage than a 4MP camera. For most domestic positions the 4MP IPC-T249HAA-LU is enough; for 4K with a warning strobe and speaker, see the IPC-T280HA-LUF/SL.

What you’ll need with it

• A 4K (8MP) PoE NVR — the NVR-104H-D/4P or NVR-108H-D/8P. A 4MP-limited recorder would halve its resolution.
• Roughly double the hard-drive space per camera compared with 4MP — 4TB is a sensible start for a system with several 4K cameras.
• Enable audio on the channel to record sound; the free HiLookVision or Hik-Connect app for viewing.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need 4K?

Only if one camera must cover a wide area in detail, or you expect to crop into footage. For a porch or a normal drive, 4MP costs less and uses half the storage.

Is it colour at night?

Yes — ColorVu with white light illumination. Aim it into your own property and adjust brightness in the menu.

Does it work with a Hikvision NVR?

Yes, on any 8MP-capable Hikvision or HiLook NVR; ONVIF for other brands.

Further reading: HiLook ColorVu 3.0 explained · Turret vs bullet vs dome · Which HiLook NVR do I need?

Technical Specification

Supplied and supported by Zenith Security Co, a UK trade distributor of HiLook and Hikvision security & networking. Order online for fast UK dispatch.