The Dahua DH-IPC-EBW81242 is a high-performance 12MP fisheye dome camera built for 360° panoramic coverage and AI-driven business analytics. With built-in people counting, queue monitoring, and heat mapping, this compact yet powerful solution is ideal for retail, malls, transport hubs, and public spaces. Its robust design offers protection against weather and tampering, making it reliable indoors or out.
Key Features
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12MP Panoramic View – Ultra-wide 360° fisheye coverage in crisp 4000 × 3000 resolution.
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AI People Counting & Queuing – Monitor occupancy and queue behavior in up to 4 areas.
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Heat Map Analytics – Visualize foot traffic hotspots and average dwell time.
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Smart IR (10 m) – Clear infrared night vision without overexposure.
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Multiple Display Modes – Supports 1O, 2P, 4R, 1O+3R, and more fisheye views.
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Durable & Protected – IP67 waterproof and IK10 vandal-resistant.
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Easy Deployment – PoE-powered, optional wall, ceiling, or junction box mounts.
Perfect For:
- Retail stores & supermarkets
- Malls & commercial buildings
- Transportation terminals
- Museums & exhibition halls
- Public foyers & school lobbies
- Restaurants & waiting areas
Install Tips
- Best installed at 2.5 m to 5 m height for optimal panoramic coverage.
- Use Smart PSS or DSS to manage people counting and export heatmap reports.
- For indoor retail areas, ceiling-mount with DH-PFB300C recommended.
- Adjust IR settings for close-range clarity—Smart IR helps avoid white-out.
- Enable IVS Tripwire or Intrusion Detection for added surveillance automation.
- Use PoE switch for easy single-cable power + data connection.
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Quick-Read Specs Card
| Feature |
Details |
| Resolution |
12MP (4000 × 3000) @ 30fps |
| Field of View |
H: 185°, V: 180° |
| Night Vision |
Smart IR up to 10 m (3 IR LEDs) |
| Minimum Illumination |
0.001 Lux (Color), 0 Lux (IR On) |
| People Counting |
4 polygon areas, dwell time threshold, exportable reports |
| Queue Management |
4 zones, with wait time and people count alarms |
| Heat Map |
Yes (based on count and dwell time) |
| Display Modes |
1O, 2P, 4R, 1O+3R, etc. |
| Video Compression |
Smart H.265/H.264, MJPEG |
| Audio |
1 MIC, 1 RCA In, 1 RCA Out, G.711, AAC, G726 |
| Alarm I/O |
2 In / 2 Out (Wet/Dry contacts) |
| Storage |
MicroSD up to 256 GB, FTP |
| Power |
12V DC / PoE, up to 12.9 W (PoE full load) |
| Weather Rating |
IP67, IK10 |
| Dimensions |
59.8 × Ø149.8 mm (2.35" × Ø5.9") |
| Weight |
0.77 kg net, 1.16 kg gross |
Extra Info
Business Intelligence in Real Time – Actionable Insights for Smarter Operations
This advanced fisheye camera doesn’t just provide surveillance—it offers AI-powered business intelligence tools designed to help retailers and service-based businesses optimize operations. With built-in People Counting, Queue Management, and Heat Mapping, the system delivers real-time data to analyze foot traffic, wait times, and customer flow patterns. This enables efficient staffing decisions, layout adjustments, and enhanced customer service, making it a powerful dual-purpose tool for security and strategy.
Fisheye View Modes – Flexible Visual Coverage with One Camera
The camera supports multiple dewarped viewing modes from a single fisheye lens:
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1O (Panoramic) for a single 360° view
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2P (Double Panoramic) for side-by-side wide views
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4R (Regional) for monitoring four separate areas simultaneously
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1O + 3R (Hybrid) for a combination of overview and focused zones
These adaptable views allow you to tailor the monitoring layout to the unique requirements of each space—from small retail stores to open-plan offices and service counters.
True 360° Indoor Coverage – One Camera, No Blind Spots
Powered by a 12MP sensor and ultra-wide fisheye lens, this model delivers comprehensive coverage of indoor spaces from a single, centrally placed unit. It’s ideal for lobbies, convenience stores, classrooms, or waiting areas, eliminating the need for multiple cameras and reducing cabling, power, and maintenance costs.
IR & Color Performance – Day and Night Confidence
With Smart IR technology, this fisheye camera provides even nighttime illumination up to 10 meters, avoiding overexposure of nearby objects and ensuring clarity across the field of view. During low-light daytime conditions, Starlight-level sensitivity allows it to maintain rich color video, extending the time before infrared is needed and improving detail retention for accurate analysis or evidence capture.
While the DH-IPC-EBW81242 does not have native AcuPick functionality, it fully supports AcuPick search when used with an AI-capable Dahua NVR. The camera sends intelligent metadata such as people counting, heat mapping, and IVS events, which the NVR uses to provide fast, AI-powered video search and filtering.
Benefits via AI NVR Integration:
- Locate events based on human presence or behavior patterns
- Filter playback using characteristics like zone entry, dwell time, or movement
- Skip irrelevant footage and review only critical events
- Export AI-based insights for business intelligence or security reports
Q&A
Can this camera count people and show heat maps?
Yes, it supports people counting in 4 areas, queue length/duration analysis, and visual heat maps for traffic and dwell time.
What’s the benefit of a fisheye over standard cameras?
It provides 360° full-room coverage with one camera, replacing the need for 3–4 conventional ones.
Is this suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. With IP67 and IK10 protection, it resists harsh weather and vandalism, ideal for both indoor and outdoor installs.
Is it compatible with my NVR?
Yes, it supports ONVIF (Profile S/G) and integrates easily with most modern NVRs.
Can I power it with PoE?
Absolutely—PoE or 12V DC are both supported. Use PoE for clean, simple installs.
How far can it see at night?
Up to 10 meters (32.8 ft) using its built-in IR LEDs.
How do I mount it?
It includes various mounting options. Use the PFB300C for ceiling mount, PFA132-E for wall, or PFB302S for bracket installs.
