Dahua DH-IPC-HFW5241EP-ZE-27135 - 2MP AI Vari-focal Bullet Network Camera

Dahua DH-IPC-HFW5241EP-ZE-27135 — 2MP Bullet IP Camera

The Dahua DH-IPC-HFW5241EP-ZE-27135 is a 2MP AI bullet network camera fitted with a motorised vari-focal lens, giving installers on-site control over field of view without changing the lens. AI-ISP processing and Dahua's AcuPick 2.0 search support fast, precise identification of people, vehicles and animals across more than 8 AI-driven detection functions, while a built-in microphone adds real-time audio capture. The IP67 and IK10 rated housing means it copes with outdoor weather and physical knocks alike.

Who is it for?

IP cameras carry video and PoE power over one Cat5e/Cat6 cable to a PoE NVR — ideal when cabling from scratch or wanting resolutions/analytics beyond coax. The HFW5241EP-ZE suits perimeter and general site coverage where a fixed bullet form factor and adjustable zoom are useful — car parks, yards, loading bays and building exteriors. Its AI analytics and vari-focal lens make it a good fit for small-to-medium sites that want smarter alerts without stepping up to a PTZ.

Key specification

What you will need

• A PoE NVR that supports 2MP recording, with enough channels and storage for your camera count
• Cat5e or Cat6 cabling from each camera back to the NVR (or a PoE switch if you're running longer distances or need to branch the network out to multiple cameras)
• Clear GDPR signage where the camera covers public areas, footpaths or neighbouring property

Frequently asked questions

Will this camera work with a non-Dahua NVR?

Yes — it supports ONVIF, so it will connect to most third-party NVRs as well as Dahua recorders, though some Dahua-specific AI features are only available with a Dahua NVR.

Does it need a separate power supply?

No, if connected to a PoE NVR or PoE switch a single Cat5e/Cat6 cable supplies both power and data. A separate 12V DC power supply can be used instead where PoE isn't available.

How much storage will I need?

Storage depends on resolution, frame rate, compression and how many cameras are recording continuously — as a guide, a single 2MP camera recording continuously typically needs a few GB per day, so size your NVR's hard drive around your camera count and retention period.

Can I adjust the field of view after installation?

Yes — the motorised vari-focal lens can be adjusted remotely from the NVR or client software, so you don't need to physically refocus the camera on site.

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