Hikvision DS-2CD2T87G2-LSU/SL 8MP Gen2 ColorVu Bullet Camera with Acusense 60m White LED Siren Strobe

Model: DS-2CD2T87G2-LSU/SL

Who This Is For

When active deterrence built into the camera itself is the priority, the Hikvision DS-2CD2T87G2-LSU/SL is the model installers reach for. This is an 8MP Gen 2 ColorVu bullet camera that combines full-colour 24/7 imaging, AcuSense human and vehicle classification, and Live-Guard active deterrence - a built-in strobe light and audio alarm that triggers on confirmed targets - in a single IP67-rated housing. It suits perimeter and approach coverage at warehouses, retail yards, factories, car parks, and residential properties where visible deterrence is needed alongside high-resolution evidence capture. Available in 2.8mm or 4mm lens variants, it works equally well covering a wide loading bay approach or a tighter driveway corridor. If your client wants a camera that does more than record - one that responds to an intrusion attempt in real time - this is the model worth specifying.

What This Camera Actually Does

Who Buys This Model

• Warehouse and factory security managers: Specifying perimeter coverage on long approaches and loading dock areas where both colour identification and active deterrence on human or vehicle detection are required overnight.
• Retail and commercial property installers: Fitting cameras to car park entries, side alleys, and rear access points where the white LED illumination covers the full approach distance and the Live-Guard strobe provides an on-site response without guard patrols.
• Residential integrators: Installing on driveways or boundary fences for clients who want colour footage at night and a built-in deterrent that activates automatically on confirmed human detection.
• Remote monitoring centres: Deploying where operators need accurate human/vehicle alerts to triage, then use the built-in speaker to challenge a subject verbally before escalating to a physical response.

Honest Assessment

The DS-2CD2T87G2-LSU/SL does three things well simultaneously: it produces colour footage at night using its own white LED illumination rather than relying on ambient light, it filters nuisance motion alerts using AcuSense classification, and it responds to confirmed targets with an on-camera strobe and siren. The 8MP resolution and 130dB WDR hold up in mixed-light outdoor conditions, and the IP67 rating means the housing handles Australian weather without additonal protection. The 60m white light range is genuine working distance for most residential and light commercial approaches. Where this camera has limits: the white LED illumination is visible at night and may not suit discreet covert applications - an IR bullet would be more appropriate there. It is also a fixed-lens camera, so if the coverage area changes or the installation distance is uncertain, a varifocal bullet offers more adjustment flexibility. The DS-2CD2T87G2-LSU/SL is available through Security Australia in both 2.8mm and 4mm variants.

Before You Buy

Quick Fit Check

• Good match if: You need full-colour overnight footage on an outdoor approach or perimeter and want the camera itself to trigger a strobe and audio alarm when AcuSense confirms a human or vehicle - without a separate alarm panel or additional hardware at that point.
• Good match if: Your site generates nuisance motion alerts from trees, animals, or passing traffic and you need AcuSense classification to limit notifications to actual human or vehicle detections before escalating to a response.
• You may need a different model if: The installation requires covert night-time imaging where visible light from an LED illuminator would compromise the placement - an IR bullet camera without white LED output would be more suitable for that application.

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Real-World Scenarios

How It Compares

• Choose this if: You need a single camera that delivers colour night imaging, AcuSense-filtered alerts, and an on-camera strobe and audio deterrence response without requiring a separate alarm output device or additional lighting infrastructure.
• You may need a different model if: The installation requires covert night imaging or the coverage zone changes frequently - an IR varifocal bullet would provide adjustable lens reach without visible white LED output.
• Pairs well with: A Hikvision AcuSense-compatible NVR with human/vehicle event filtering enabled, which allows the NVR to manage arming schedules and alert routing centrally across multiple cameras of this type.

Common Questions

1. Does the strobe and siren activate automatically, or does someone have to trigger it manually?

   Automatically, once configured. The Live-Guard strobe and audio alarm are tied to the AcuSense detection rules set up in the camera or connected NVR. When the camera's deep learning processor classifies a human or vehicle target within the defined detection zone during an armed period, the strobe and siren activate without requiring any operator input. Manual triggering via software is also possible if a monitoring operator is watching live.

2. Will this camera still produce colour footage if there is no external lighting at the location?

   Yes. The DS-2CD2T87G2-LSU/SL carries its own 60m white LED illumination and uses an F1.0 aperture lens as part of the ColorVu system. It does not depend on existing site lighting to produce colour images at night. In complete darkness, the white LEDs activate and the camera continues to record in colour rather than switching to monochrome infrared mode.

3. What is the recognition and identification distance on the 4mm lens?

   Based on the DORI standard, the 4mm lens achieves a recognition distance of 22m and an identification distance of 11m. Detection range is 111m and observation range is 44m. For the 2.8mm lens, recognition distance is 19m and identification is 9m. These figures assume standard DORI methodology - actual performance depends on lighting conditions, target contrast, and mounting angle.

4. Does this camera support two-way audio for live voice communication?

   Yes. Both a built-in microphone and a built-in speaker are included, confirmed by the manufacturer's two-way audio specification. This allows live voice communication from compatible NVR software or a mobile app without adding a separate intercom or speaker device at the camera location. An audio alarm interface is also available for connection to an external sounder if required.

5. Will this camera work for a site that generates a lot of false motion alerts from trees or passing traffic?

   Yes, that is one of the core use cases for AcuSense on this model. The camera's processor uses deep learning to distinguish humans and vehicles from other motion sources including animals, vegetation movement, and passing street traffic outside the property. Alerts sent to the NVR or app are filtered to confirmed target classifications, which significantly reduces the volume of nuisance notifications at sites with high background motion. The detection zone placement and sensitivity settings still need to be configured correctly at commissioning to get the best result.

6. Is the DS-2CD2T87G2-LSU/SL rated for outdoor installation in Australian conditions?

   Yes. The IP67 rating means the housing is dust-tight and protected against temporary water immersion, making it appropriate for fully exposed outdoor locations including those subject to heavy rain. The rating covers the camera body and lens assembly. Cable entry points and junction boxes should still be sealed correctly during installation to maintain the rating at the connection points. This model is supplied by Security Australia and is suited to Australian outdoor conditions when installed correctly.

7. Which lens variant should I order - 2.8mm or 4mm?

   It depends entirely on your mounting distance and the width of the area you need to cover. The 2.8mm lens gives a 102-degree horizontal field of view and suits wide coverage from a closer mounting position - loading bays, yard entries, and broad perimeters. The 4mm lens narrows to 88 degrees but pushes DORI detection out to 111m, making it the right choice for longer approaches like driveways or extended fence lines. These are fixed lenses with no optical zoom, so confirm your geometry before ordering.

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Downloads & Resources

• User Manual
• DS-2CD2T87G2-LSU/SL Datasheet
• Quick Start Guide - Network Bullet Camera