Hikvision
DS-2DF8442IXS-AEL(T5)
PTZ Camera · 3.7MP (2560×1440)
- • 45° HFOV at 6.0-252mm
- • 300 m effective range
- • 400 m IR illumination
- • Low-light / ColorVu sensor
Side-by-side comparison · cross brand
Hikvision DS-2DF8442IXS-AEL(T5) vs Dahua SDT6C425-4P-GB-APV-0280
Spec-by-spec comparison of two ptz camera models, with EN 62676-4 lens math and design recommendations.
Dahua
SDT6C425-4P-GB-APV-0280
PTZ Camera · 3.7MP (2560×1440)
- • 180° HFOV at 5-125mm
- • 2500 m effective range
- • 200 m IR illumination
- • Low-light / ColorVu sensor
Specification side-by-side
| Hikvision DS-2DF8442IXS-AEL(T5) | Dahua SDT6C425-4P-GB-APV-0280 | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Hikvision | Dahua |
| Form factor | PTZ Camera | PTZ Camera |
| Resolution | 3.7MP (2560×1440) | 3.7MP (2560×1440) |
| Focal length | 6.0-252mm | 5-125mm |
| Horizontal FOV | 45° | 180° |
| Effective range | 300 m | 2500 m |
| IR distance | 400 m | 200 m |
| Low-light / ColorVu | Yes | Yes |
Verdict
Dahua SDT6C425-4P-GB-APV-0280 reaches further (2500 m vs 300 m) — better for perimeter and parking-lot wide shots. Hikvision DS-2DF8442IXS-AEL(T5) has stronger IR illumination (400 m vs 200 m) — better for unlit corridors and night perimeter.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hikvision DS-2DF8442IXS-AEL(T5) better than Dahua SDT6C425-4P-GB-APV-0280?
Dahua SDT6C425-4P-GB-APV-0280 reaches further (2500 m vs 300 m) — better for perimeter and parking-lot wide shots. Hikvision DS-2DF8442IXS-AEL(T5) has stronger IR illumination (400 m vs 200 m) — better for unlit corridors and night perimeter. For installation-specific advice — mounting height, tilt, obstacle shadowing, BOM and PoE budget — drop both cameras into TodAidesign and the FOV cones, DORI rings (per EN 62676-4) and cable schedule render in real time on a satellite map or imported floor plan.
What is the field of view of Hikvision DS-2DF8442IXS-AEL(T5) vs Dahua SDT6C425-4P-GB-APV-0280?
Hikvision DS-2DF8442IXS-AEL(T5) has a 45° horizontal FOV at 6.0-252mm. Dahua SDT6C425-4P-GB-APV-0280 has a 180° horizontal FOV at 5-125mm. Dahua covers a wider scene at the same distance; the FOV calculator on TodAidesign converts these into linear meters of coverage at any chosen target distance.
Which camera has stronger IR illumination?
Hikvision DS-2DF8442IXS-AEL(T5) reaches 400 m of IR illumination versus 200 m for Dahua SDT6C425-4P-GB-APV-0280. The further-reaching IR camera is the better fit for unlit yards, parking perimeters and warehouses without permanent lighting.
Can I plan a project mixing Hikvision and Dahua cameras?
Yes. TodAidesign is multi-vendor by design — drop Hikvision and Dahua cameras on the same canvas, share the same EN 62676-4 lens math and DORI ring overlays, and consolidate them into one BOM with cable schedule and PoE budget. Vendor design tools (Axis Site Designer, Hikvision HiTools, Dahua Project Design Tool, i-PRO SDT) cannot do this because each speaks only its own catalog.
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Test both cameras in your project
Drop Hikvision DS-2DF8442IXS-AEL(T5) and Dahua SDT6C425-4P-GB-APV-0280 on a real satellite map or imported floor plan. See live FOV cones, DORI rings, BOM and cable schedule in seconds.