The Dahua DH-IPC-HFW5541E-ZE is a rugged outdoor bullet camera packed with WizMind AI features like face detection, people counting, and perimeter analytics. Its motorized zoom lens simplifies installation and focusing, while built-in IR and audio I/O expand its versatility for high-security outdoor environments.
Key Features
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AI Face Detection + Attributes – Detects faces with analysis of age, gender, emotion, mask, beard, and glasses.
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Perimeter Protection – Advanced detection with human/vehicle classification reduces false alarms.
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Motorized Vari-focal Lens – 2.7mm–13.5mm range with auto-focus for flexible installation and zooming.
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IR Night Vision (50m) – 4 powerful IR LEDs deliver sharp black-and-white video in complete darkness.
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People Counting & Queue Monitoring – Tracks foot traffic and area occupancy with report generation.
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Audio & Alarm I/O – 1/1 audio channel, 2 alarm inputs, and 1 output for event-based integration.
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Smart Codec Support – Smart H.265+/H.264+ for efficient video storage and streaming.
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Rugged Protection – IP67 for weatherproofing, IK10 for vandal resistance.
Perfect For:
- Building perimeters
- Entrances and parking lots
- Critical infrastructure
- Train stations
- Logistics and warehousing
- Government and commercial buildings
Install Tips
- Ideal mounting height: 3–5 meters for facial analytics and vehicle recognition.
- Use DMSS or SmartPSS to fine-tune detection zones and enable AI reports.
- Vari-focal zoom can be adjusted remotely—great for hard-to-reach installs.
- Pair with ePoE switch for long-distance network runs without signal loss.
- Enable heat map and queue management for indoor crowd tracking.
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Quick-Read Specs Card
| Feature |
Details |
| Resolution |
5MP (2592 x 1944) |
| Lens |
Motorized 2.7mm–13.5mm, Auto-Focus |
| Night Vision |
IR up to 50m |
| AI Functions |
Face Detection, Face Attributes, People Counting, Perimeter Protection |
| Audio |
1 In / 1 Out |
| Alarm I/O |
2 In / 1 Out |
| Storage |
microSD up to 256GB, NAS, FTP |
| Power |
DC 12V / PoE (802.3af) |
| Protection |
IP67 Weatherproof, IK10 Vandal-Proof |
Extra Info
Motorized Vari-Focal Lens – Remote Zoom & Focus Control
This camera features a motorized vari-focal lens, allowing you to adjust the zoom and focus remotely through an NVR interface or mobile app. It’s especially valuable for installations where the camera is mounted at height or in hard-to-reach locations, eliminating the need for physical lens adjustment. This ensures quick setup, precise framing, and flexible field-of-view control even after installation.
Face & Attribute Detection – Enhanced Facial Recognition
Equipped with AI-powered face detection, the camera can identify and capture faces while also extracting valuable facial attributes such as age range, gender, and mask usage. This feature supports analytics-driven applications such as smart access control, retail behavior analysis, and visitor profiling, enhancing both security and operational intelligence.
Smart Perimeter Protection – Accurate Alerts with AI Filtering
Customizable detection zones paired with human and vehicle classification allow the system to intelligently monitor designated areas and filter out false triggers caused by animals, wind-blown debris, or lighting fluctuations. With support for tripwire, intrusion, and motion detection rules, this feature boosts alert accuracy for gated areas, building perimeters, and private properties.
People Counting & Occupancy Analytics – Real-Time Foot Traffic Data
The camera offers live people counting and occupancy tracking, monitoring how many individuals enter, exit, or are present in a defined space. This enables better crowd management, occupancy compliance, and data-driven decision-making in retail stores, office buildings, transport terminals, and event venues. Reporting capabilities include daily, weekly, and monthly summaries for business intelligence.
Smart H.265+ Encoding – Efficient Long-Term Recording
Using scene-adaptive compression, Smart H.265+ automatically optimizes video encoding based on motion and scene complexity. This results in up to 70% bandwidth and storage savings without compromising video quality — ideal for 24/7 recording, cloud storage solutions, or installations with limited network resources.
Durability for Harsh Environments – Built for the Outdoors
Designed for demanding conditions, the camera features IP67 weatherproofing, IK10 vandal resistance, and is tested to perform reliably in temperature extremes and dusty or wet environments. Whether installed on exposed walls, rooftops, or poles, it offers long-lasting performance in industrial sites, public areas, or remote outdoor setups.
While the DH-IPC-HFW5541E-ZE does not have built-in AcuPick, it is fully compatible with Dahua NVRs that support AcuPick AI search. When connected to an AI-enabled NVR (such as NVR5216-4KS2, NVR4108-I, or similar models), the camera’s AI metadata—including facial recognition and perimeter events—can be used to index and filter footage more intelligently.
With AcuPick via NVR, you can:
- Filter playback by human or vehicle presence
- Search using traits like clothing color or vehicle type
- Instantly jump to key moments in the timeline
- Eliminate time spent reviewing irrelevant video
Q&A
Q: Can it record in colour at night?
A: No — this model uses IR LEDs for night vision, producing clear black-and-white images in low light.
Q: Is two-way audio supported?
A: Partially. It has one audio input and one output, allowing for external mic/speaker connection, but it does not include a built-in speaker.
Q: Can the zoom be controlled remotely?
A: Yes — the 2.7–13.5 mm motorized lens supports remote zoom and focus via NVR, web interface, or mobile app.
Q: Will the camera send alerts for false triggers?
A: Dahua’s AI-powered perimeter protection helps reduce false alarms by accurately identifying humans and vehicles, ignoring irrelevant motion like trees or animals.
Q: How long can micro-SD recording last?
A: With a 256 GB card and Smart H.265+ enabled, the camera can store several weeks of footage depending on resolution and recording mode (e.g. motion-triggered vs. continuous).
Q: Is there a PRO version of this camera?
A: No — this model doesn’t currently have a “PRO” variant. PRO versions are typically found in Dahua’s turret-style TiOC series.
Q: Can I disable the IR lights?
A: Yes — IR can be manually disabled via the settings interface on your NVR or through Dahua’s software.
Q: Does this camera work with other brands’ NVRs?
A: Yes — it supports ONVIF (Profiles S, G, T), making it compatible with most third-party NVRs. However, AI functions may only be fully supported by Dahua NVRs.
