Suggestions for replacing older HikVision DS-2CD2332-I turret cameras

[angryfatcat]

Greetings,

I need to replace six (6) HikVision DS-2CD2332-I turret cameras (2.8mm Lenses). I'm looking for something with a similar/same footprint and features that won't break the bank. I really like the EXIR illuminator on these turret cameras, but it's not a deal breaker. I also don't need any of the newer AI features, such as Human, car, etc.. recognition as these cameras feed Sighthound/SecuritySpy for processing and storage. I also don't need a substantial increase in resolution. My current cameras are 3MP, so I think 4MP or 5MP would be fine. I'm also dealing with a relatively confined space with shorter distances (typically under 20-25 feet) so I'm not sure a variable focus camera is worth the extra expense.

Any guidance or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

 

[TonyR]

This is the current go-to 4MP camera with a large sensor for excellent night time performance => EmpireTech 4MP 1/1.8" CMOS Ultra Low Light Starlight+ IR Turret AI IP Camera SMD 3.0,IP67 Weatherproof,Support POE and ePOE,Built-in Mic,Vehicle and Human Detection,S3 Version IPC-T54IR-AS 2.8mm

And...Welcome to IPCT!

 

[angryfatcat]

This is the current go-to 4MP camera with a large sensor for excellent night time performance => EmpireTech 4MP 1/1.8" CMOS Ultra Low Light Starlight+ IR Turret AI IP Camera SMD 3.0,IP67 Weatherproof,Support POE and ePOE,Built-in Mic,Vehicle and Human Detection,S3 Version IPC-T54IR-AS 2.8mm

And...Welcome to IPCT!

Is this a re-branded Dahua IPC-HDW5442TM-ASE?

It's been a decade or so since I shopped for IP cameras and it seems like a lot has changed in that time. I find it terribly annoying that camera manufacturers have focused on new "AI features" instead of better sensors and lenses.

 

[wittaj]

Yes it is a rebranded Dahua 5442.

It has a new chipset in that basically makes it like a new camera model.

Mini-Review - 5842-Z4E-S3 AKA B58IR-Z4E S3 - Replacement to the 5842-Z4E (8MP on the 1/1.8" sensor)

Given the improvements that Dahua has made with the 5442 S3 series and the incredible night performance improvements, time to see if putting 8MP on the same size sensor results in a degradation or improved performance, so compliments of @EMPIRETECANDY we have one to do a side-by-side comparison...

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Mini-Review - 5442-ZE-S3 AKA T54IR-ZE-S3 - Replacement to 5442-ZE

As many of us are aware, Dahua decided to keep the same model numbers of some of their most popular models like the 5442-Z12E and the 5442 series cameras, but they have been updated with a newer GUI and specs that on paper show better than the previous version as was discussed in this thread...

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There are indeed newer cameras with bigger sensors like the 4K series with 1/1.2" sensors and what not, but many still find the 5442 series, especially now with the newer chipset, to still be the best overall camera.