Hikvision DS-2SE4C425MWG-E/26(F0) 6+4MP TandemVu IR Panoramic & PTZ

Model: DS-2SE4C425MWG-E/26

Who This Is For

For security integrators and site managers who need simultaneous wide-area coverage and close-up PTZ detail from a single camera position, the Hikvision DS-2SE4C425MWG-E/26 TandemVu is built specifically for that brief. The panoramic module captures a fixed 180-degree horizontal view at 6 MP while the independent 4 MP PTZ channel - with 25x optical zoom across a 4.8 mm to 120 mm range - tracks, zooms, and investigates without interrupting the wide-angle record. This dual-channel architecture makes the camera particularly suited to large outdoor environments: open car parks, transport depots, industrial yards, public squares, and perimeter lines where a single conventional camera leaves gaps and deploying multiple units becomes expensive. IR night vision extends to 100 metres on the PTZ channel, and the unit accepts both 12V DC and PoE+ power, giving installers flexibility in how they run infrastructure. Where camera count matters for budget and licensing, this model does the work of two.

What This Camera Actually Does

Who Buys This Model

• Security Integrators on Large-Site Projects: Installers reducing camera count on industrial sites, logistics centres, and transport depots where a single TandemVu position replaces two separate camera runs - one panoramic, one PTZ - cutting cabling, licensing, and mounting costs.
• Car Park and Open-Area Operators: Facility managers who need continuous wide-angle record of an entire car park while retaining the ability to zoom in on a specific bay, vehicle, or incident without losing the scene-wide video stream.
• Public Space and Council Surveillance Teams: Operators monitoring public squares, transit hubs, or recreational areas where the 180-degree panoramic provides crowd-level overview and the 25x PTZ zoom allows close identification of individuals or vehicles when events unfold.
• Perimeter Security Coordinators: Sites with long fence lines or approaches - such as utilities infrastructure, ports, or construction compounds - where 100-metre IR coverage and smart auto-tracking handle unlit perimeter zones without a dedicated operator watching the feed continuously.

Honest Assessment

The DS-2SE4C425MWG-E/26 solves a specific and real problem: maintaining a continuous wide-area record while simultaneously operating an active PTZ. The simultaneous dual-channel output is the core strength here - the 6 MP panoramic does not pause or degrade when the PTZ zooms to 120 mm. The 25x optical zoom, 100-metre IR range, and deep-learning smart tracking add genuine operational value for unmanned or lightly staffed monitoring environments. IP66 weather resistance and dual power input options make it practical for Australian outdoor conditions across a range of site types.

Where this camera is not the right fit: if the priority is 360-degree coverage rather than a forward-facing 180-degree arc, a fisheye or multi-sensor panoramic camera serves that better. If the site needs only a single-channel PTZ without the panoramic overhead, a standard PTZ will cost less and offer more pan/tilt range options. The PoE+ requirement (not standard PoE) means switches and cable runs need to be rated accordingly - confirm your infrastructure before specifying this unit. Available through Security Australia for integration into Hikvision-compatible NVR and VMS environments.

Before You Buy

Quick Fit Check

• Good match if: You need a continuous wide-area panoramic record that is not interrupted when the PTZ zooms in - the TandemVu dual-channel design keeps both streams running independently at all times.
• Good match if: Your site has long unlit approaches or a large open yard where smart auto-tracking and 100-metre IR coverage need to work together without a dedicated operator manually controlling the PTZ.
• You may need a different model if: Your coverage requirement is a full 360-degree horizontal view rather than a 180-degree arc - a fisheye or multi-sensor panoramic camera on Security Australia's range will cover the full perimeter from a single mounting point.

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Real-World Scenarios

How It Compares

• Choose this if: You need simultaneous wide-area panoramic recording and active PTZ tracking from a single camera - the dual-channel TandemVu design keeps both streams live and independent, unlike a standard PTZ that provides only a single moving field of view.
• You may need a different model if: You need full 360-degree horizontal coverage - a fisheye or multi-sensor panoramic camera type handles the full perimeter arc that this camera's 180-degree panoramic module does not reach.
• Pairs well with: A PoE+ managed switch and a Hikvision NVR with sufficient channel capacity to handle the dual-stream output from each TandemVu unit installed on site.

Common Questions

1. Does the panoramic view stop recording when the PTZ is actively tracking a target?

   No. The panoramic and PTZ channels are fully independent and record simultaneously at all times. This is the defining characteristic of the TandemVu design - the 6 MP wide-angle stream continues uninterrupted regardless of what the PTZ channel is doing, whether tracking, zooming, or following a preset path. Both streams are delivered to your NVR concurrently.

2. Will this camera work with a standard PoE switch?

   No. The DS-2SE4C425MWG-E/26 requires PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at), which delivers up to 30W per port. Standard PoE (IEEE 802.3af) is limited to 15.4W and will not power this camera. Confirm your switch or PoE injector is 802.3at rated before running cable. Alternatively, a 12V DC power supply can be used where PoE+ infrastructure is not available.

3. How many NVR channels does one TandemVu camera use?

   Two channels, typically. The panoramic stream and the PTZ stream are separate video outputs that each occupy a channel on your NVR or VMS. A site deploying 4 of these cameras should plan for 8 NVR channels minimum, plus the associated storage for dual-stream recording. Check your NVR's channel licensing and storage capacity before finalising the installation design.

4. What triggers the smart auto-tracking and can it distinguish people from animals?

   Yes, the deep learning classification separates human and vehicle targets from other motion before initiating tracking. The camera analyses movement in the scene and confirms a human or vehicle classification before the PTZ channel begins following the target. This significantly reduces auto-tracking activations caused by animals, blowing debris, or lighting changes - a practical consideration for outdoor sites with background movement.

5. What is the actual pan and tilt range of the PTZ channel?

   The confirmed pan and tilt range specifications are not published in the available source data for this model. For detailed PTZ mechanical range - including continuous pan rotation, tilt limits, and maximum preset positions - refer to the Hikvision DS-2SE4C425MWG-E/26(F0) datasheet linked in the Downloads section below, or contact the team at Security Australia to confirm these details before specifying for your installation.

6. Will this camera work for monitoring a site in complete darkness without adding lights?

   Yes, within the IR range of the PTZ channel. The camera's IR illumination covers up to 100 metres with a minimum illumination rating of 0.001 lux in black-and-white mode on the PTZ channel. For areas beyond 100 metres, or where colour imaging is required in darkness, supplementary lighting would be needed. The panoramic channel's night performance will depend on available ambient light in the monitored area.

7. Does the 180-degree panoramic view require dewarping software to be usable?

   No. The panoramic module on this camera uses a wide-angle lens configuration rather than a fisheye optic, so the output does not require dewarping correction software to produce a viewable image. The 180-degree (±10°) horizontal field of view is delivered as a standard wide-angle stream. This differs from fisheye cameras, which produce a circular image that requires dewarping in the NVR or VMS before it can be used for monitoring or evidence review.

Downloads & Resources

• Hikvision DS-2SE4C425MWG-E/26(F0) Datasheet