HIKVISION DS‑2DE4225IW‑DE(T5) – 2MP 25× DarkFighter PTZ

Overview

The Hikvision DS‑2DE4225IW‑DE(T5) is a high‑performance 2MP PTZ camera engineered for large outdoor environments requiring long‑range zoom, strong night visibility and reliable movement tracking. With a 25× optical zoom lens, DarkFighter low‑light performance and IR illumination up to approximately 100 m, this PTZ is ideal for estates, commercial yards, logistics areas and perimeter security.

Key Features & Benefits

• 2MP resolution (1920 × 1080) for clear surveillance and efficient storage.
• Powered‑by‑DarkFighter technology enhances clarity in low‑light environments.
• 25× optical zoom (4.8–120 mm) for long‑distance identification.
• IR illumination up to approximately 100 m for strong night coverage.
• Full PTZ control: 360° pan and −15° to +90° tilt with auto‑flip.
• Supports H.265+, H.265, H.264+ and H.264 compression for reduced bandwidth and storage use.

Technical Specifications

• Sensor: 1/2.8″ progressive scan CMOS
• Resolution: 1920 × 1080 (2MP)
• Lens / Zoom: 4.8–120 mm, 25× optical zoom; 16× digital zoom
• Field of View: Approx. 57.6° (wide) to 2.5° (tele)
• Minimum Illumination: Colour 0.005 Lux @ F1.6 (AGC ON); B/W 0.001 Lux; 0 Lux with IR
• IR Distance: Up to ±100 m
• Pan / Tilt: Pan 360°; Tilt −15° to +90°
• Video Compression: H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264
• Network Storage: Supports NAS (NFS/SMB/CIFS) and ANR
• Power: 12 V DC or PoE+ (model dependent)
• Environment: IP66‑rated housing suitable for outdoor conditions

Recommended Applications

• Industrial and logistics facilities
• Commercial perimeters and parking areas
• Estate and campus surveillance
• High‑mounted installations requiring long‑range zoom

Installation Notes

• Mount at a height that allows full use of the zoom range and IR illumination.
• Ensure stable network infrastructure and sufficient PoE budget (if PoE+ version is used).
• Position away from reflective surfaces to maximise IR efficiency.
• Update firmware on installation and enable secure access settings.
• Test PTZ presets, patrols and scan patterns to confirm full coverage.

What’s in the Box 

• DS‑2DE4225IW‑DE(T5) PTZ camera
• Quick start guide & warranty
• Mounting template and basic fixings