The Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) 4MP 25× Network IR Speed Dome Camera is a professional outdoor PTZ surveillance camera engineered for wide-area, long-distance security monitoring. Featuring 4MP 2560 × 1440 resolution, powered-by-DarkFighter low-light technology, 25× optical zoom, 16× digital zoom, 100m infrared night vision, 120dB WDR, H.265+ compression, PoE+ and IP66 weather protection, it provides detailed day-and-night monitoring across roads, transport facilities, parks, public spaces, large commercial properties and other expansive environments.

Built around a 1/2.8-inch progressive scan CMOS sensor, the DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) delivers high-quality 4MP imaging with excellent low-light capability. Minimum illumination reaches 0.005 Lux in colour and 0.001 Lux in B/W, while integrated IR illumination enables operation at 0 Lux and provides a night viewing distance of up to 100 metres.

Main Features

• 4MP high-resolution imaging up to 2560 × 1440

• 1/2.8" progressive scan CMOS sensor

• Powered-by-DarkFighter technology for excellent low-light imaging

• 25× optical zoom with 4.8–120mm focal length

• 16× digital zoom

• Up to 100m IR night vision

• 120dB WDR for challenging high-contrast scenes

• HLC, BLC, 3D DNR and defog image enhancement

• Regional exposure and regional focus

• 360° continuous pan

• -15° to 90° tilt with auto flip

• Up to 300 PTZ presets

• 8 patrol scans with up to 32 presets per patrol

• 4 pattern scans

• Power-off memory and park action

• 3D positioning and proportional zoom

• H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264 and MJPEG compression

• Main, sub and third video streams

• Smart intrusion, line crossing and region monitoring

• Face detection

• Unattended baggage and object removal detection

• Up to 256GB microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC storage

• NAS storage support

• Audio input and output

• Alarm input and output

• 12V DC or IEEE 802.3at PoE+ power

• IP66-rated outdoor enclosure

• 6000V lightning protection, surge protection and voltage transient protection

• Operating temperature from -30°C to 65°C

Detailed Specifications

Camera

Lens & Zoom

PTZ

Park actions and scheduled PTZ functions include preset, pattern scan, patrol scan, auto scan, tilt scan, random scan, frame scan and panorama scan. Scheduled tasks additionally support dome reboot, dome adjustment and auxiliary output.

Video Performance

Main Stream

• 50Hz: Up to 25fps at 2560 × 1440

• 60Hz: Up to 30fps at 2560 × 1440

• Also supports 1920 × 1080, 1280 × 960 and 1280 × 720

Video Compression: H.265, H.264 and MJPEG
Enhanced Compression: H.265+ and H.264+
Video Bit Rate: 32Kbps–16,384Kbps
H.264 Profiles: Baseline, Main and High Profile
H.265 Profile: Main Profile
SVC: Supported
Streams: Main stream, sub-stream and third stream
ROI: Eight fixed regions independently supported by the main, sub and third streams.

Smart Surveillance Features

Basic Events

• Motion detection

• Alarm input

• Alarm output

• Video tampering alarm

• Exception detection

Smart Events

• Face detection

• Intrusion detection

• Line crossing detection

• Region entrance detection

• Region exiting detection

• Unattended baggage detection

• Object removal detection

• Audio exception detection

Smart recording functionality includes ANR and Dual-VCA. Alarm linkage options include memory-card recording, alarm output, email notification, surveillance-centre notification, FTP upload and NAS recording.

DORI Performance

DORI provides a general indication of the camera's ability to distinguish people or objects and is calculated according to the camera specifications and EN 62676-4:2015 criteria.

DORI figures are theoretical reference distances based on defined pixel-density criteria and should not be interpreted as guaranteed identification performance in every installation.

Network & Integration

Supported network protocols include IPv4/IPv6, HTTP, HTTPS, 802.1X, QoS, FTP, SMTP, UPnP, SNMP, DNS, DDNS, NTP, RTSP, RTCP, RTP, TCP/IP, UDP, IGMP, ICMP, DHCP, PPPoE, Bonjour and ISUP.

Security measures include authenticated username/password access, MAC address binding, HTTPS encryption, 802.1X authenticated access and IP address filtering.

Audio & Alarm Interfaces

• Audio Input: 1 × input, 2.0–2.4Vp-p, 1kΩ ±10%

• Audio Output: 1 × line-level output, 600Ω

• Alarm Input: 1

• Alarm Output: 1

• Environment noise filtering supported

• Audio codecs include G.711alaw, G.711ulaw, G.722.1, G.726, MP2L2 and PCM

IR & Night Surveillance

The integrated infrared system provides an IR illumination distance of up to 100 metres. Combined with DarkFighter low-light technology and the mechanical ICR day/night system, this enables continuous surveillance in environments ranging from low ambient light to complete darkness.

Physical & Environmental Specifications

Anti-corrosion classification: This model has no specific anti-corrosion protection and is intended for environments where dedicated anti-corrosion protection is not required.

What's Included in the Box

Based on the supplied Hikvision product information, the listed included accessories are:

• 1 × Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) 4MP 25× Network IR Speed Dome

• DS-1618ZJ mounting accessory

• ASW0081-1220002W power supply

Compatible Optional Accessories

The supplied Hikvision documentation lists optional accessories including:

DS-1005KI, DS-1673ZJ, DS-1604ZJ-BOX, DS-1662ZJ, DS-1667ZJ, DS-1604ZJ, DS-1681ZJ, DS-1604ZJ-BOXPOLE, DS-1604ZJ-POLE, DS-1663ZJ, DS-1604ZJ-CORNER, DS-1602ZJ, DS-1671ZJ-SDM9, DS-1660ZJ, DS-1619ZJ, DS-1661ZJ, DS-1100KI(B), DS-1682ZJ and DS-1604ZJ-BOXCORNER.

Accessory note: DS-1673ZJ should be used with DS-1661ZJ or DS-1662ZJ.

Practical Use Scenarios

The DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) is particularly suited to applications requiring active PTZ control, substantial optical zoom and wide-area surveillance, including:

• Road and traffic monitoring

• Railway infrastructure

• Airports and transport facilities

• Parks and recreational spaces

• Public squares and open areas

• Scenic locations and tourist facilities

• Event venues

• Large commercial properties

• Warehouses and logistics sites

• Perimeter and boundary monitoring

• Large car parks

• Industrial sites where dedicated anti-corrosion protection is not required

Its combination of 25× optical zoom, 360° pan movement and 100m IR illumination makes it particularly useful where a fixed camera cannot provide sufficient coverage or distant detail.

Warranty Information

Warranty period: 3 years

Brand Description – Hikvision

Hikvision develops video surveillance, security and related technology solutions for applications ranging from commercial premises to large-scale infrastructure. Its portfolio includes network cameras, PTZ cameras, video recorders, access-control products, intercom systems and associated security technologies.

SKU

SKU / Product Code: DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6)

Manufacturer: Hikvision
Product Type: 4MP Network IR Speed Dome PTZ Camera
Available Model: DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6)

Datasheets & Downloadable Resources

Official Hikvision Datasheet

Excellence for the Australian and New Zealand Market

The Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) offers specifications suited to professional surveillance deployments across Australia and New Zealand, including an IP66-rated enclosure, a broad -30°C to 65°C operating range, PoE+ connectivity and extensive network integration capabilities.

Hikvision maintains dedicated operations and technical-support channels in both Australia and New Zealand, including Australian offices and an Auckland office. This provides a regional manufacturer presence for sales and technical enquiries.

Any claim regarding Australian Standards certification, regulatory approval, NDSS approval, authorised distribution status or a specific manufacturer-backed warranty should be confirmed for the individual product and supply channel before publication or procurement. These claims are not established by the supplied DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) datasheet and therefore should not be assumed.

For Australian and New Zealand projects, buyers should verify applicable compliance requirements and confirm that the unit is sourced through the appropriate authorised distribution channel for the intended installation.

FAQs

What is the Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6)?

The Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) is a 4MP network IR speed dome PTZ surveillance camera featuring a 25× optical zoom lens, DarkFighter low-light technology, 100m IR illumination, 360° pan capability and IP66 protection.

What resolution does the Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) support?

The DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) supports a maximum resolution of 2560 × 1440 (4MP) at up to 25fps in 50Hz environments or 30fps in 60Hz environments.

How much optical zoom does the Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) provide?

The DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) features 25× optical zoom through its 4.8–120mm lens and also supports 16× digital zoom.

What is the IR night vision distance of the Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6)?

The DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) provides integrated infrared illumination with a specified range of up to 100 metres.

Does the Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) support DarkFighter technology?

Yes. The DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) uses Hikvision powered-by-DarkFighter technology to deliver enhanced imaging in low-light surveillance environments.

Does the Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) support PoE?

Yes. The DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) supports IEEE 802.3at PoE+ as well as 12V DC power.

Is the Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) weather resistant?

Yes. The DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) carries an IP66 protection rating and is specified for operating temperatures from -30°C to 65°C.

Does the Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) have local microSD storage?

Yes. The DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) supports microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC memory cards with capacities of up to 256GB.

What smart detection functions does the Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) support?

The DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) supports functions including face detection, intrusion detection, line crossing, region entrance and exit detection, unattended baggage detection, object removal detection and audio exception detection.

Does the Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) support H.265+?

Yes. The DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) supports H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264 and MJPEG video compression.

How many PTZ presets does the Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) support?

The DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) supports up to 300 presets, along with eight patrol scans and four pattern scans.

Is the Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) suitable for large outdoor areas?

Yes. The DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) is designed for wide-area monitoring applications such as roads, railways, airports, parks, public squares, venues and other expansive sites where long-range zoom and PTZ control are beneficial.

Does the Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) have anti-corrosion protection?

The DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) is classified by Hikvision as having no specific anti-corrosion protection. For coastal, dockside, chemical or other corrosive environments, a model with an appropriate anti-corrosion protection level should be considered.

What are the dimensions of the Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6)?

The DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) measures approximately Ø164.5 × 290mm and weighs approximately 2kg.

Where can I download the Hikvision DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) datasheet?

The official DS-2DE4425IW-DE(S6) technical datasheet is available directly from Hikvision and contains detailed camera, lens, PTZ, video, network, interface and environmental specifications.