Dahua DH-IPC-HFW5241EP-ZE-27135-S3 - 2MP AI Bullet Network Camera

Dahua DH-IPC-HFW5241EP-ZE-27135-S3 — 2MP Bullet IP Camera

The Dahua DH-IPC-HFW5241EP-ZE-27135-S3 is a 2MP bullet-style IP camera built around Dahua's AI-ISP image processing, giving sharper, cleaner footage in real-world lighting. It pairs a 2.7mm to 13.5mm motorised varifocal lens with AcuPick 2.0 for fast, accurate human, vehicle and animal search, backed by eight-plus onboard AI detection functions for multi-scenario analysis. A built-in microphone adds real-time audio capture, and the IP67/IK10-rated housing is built to survive outdoor weather and knocks.

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. At 2MP, this bullet camera suits entrances, car parks, yards and perimeter runs where AI-assisted human/vehicle detection and a wide 2.7-13.5mm zoom range matter more than ultra-high resolution, giving installers the flexibility to frame a scene on site rather than being locked to a fixed lens.

Key specification

What you will need

• A PoE NVR that supports 2MP recording with enough free PoE ports/licences for this camera.
• Cat5e or Cat6 cabling run from the camera position back to the NVR (up to 100m per run without additional equipment).
• A PoE switch if you need to extend the run further or branch out to multiple cameras from one point.
• Appropriate GDPR signage where the camera covers areas accessed by the public or neighbouring properties.

Frequently asked questions

Will this camera work with a non-Dahua NVR?

Yes — it supports ONVIF, so it can be added to most third-party NVR and VMS platforms as a generic ONVIF camera, though some Dahua-specific features may only be available when paired with a Dahua NVR.

Does it need a separate power supply?

No separate power supply is normally required — like other Dahua IP bullet cameras, it is designed to run from PoE supplied by the NVR or a PoE switch, so only a single network cable is needed at the camera end.

How much storage will I need?

Storage depends on recording mode, frame rate and how many cameras share the NVR; enabling motion or AI-event recording rather than continuous recording, and using a higher-capacity CCTV-rated hard drive, will extend how far your storage goes.

Can I change the zoom on site after installation?

Yes — the 2.7-13.5mm lens is motorised, so the field of view can be adjusted remotely from the NVR or software after the camera is mounted, without needing to physically refocus the lens by hand.

Browse the full Dahua range, more IP cameras, or contact us on 01902 902251 — you can also visit our Wolverhampton trade counter to see this camera in person.