The Dahua IPC-HDW1230T-ZS-S5 is a 2MP entry-level IR vari-focal eyeball network camera built for users who need flexible field-of-view adjustment without the cost of a fixed-lens setup. Using a 1/2.8″ CMOS sensor, it delivers clear, low-noise footage suited for hallways, entrances, and general-purpose indoor and outdoor monitoring.
Lens flexibility is the standout feature of the Dahua IPC-HDW1230T-ZS-S5. Its motorized vari-focal lens adjusts from 2.8mm to 12mm, letting installers fine-tune the field of view remotely after mounting, rather than being locked into a single fixed angle. This makes it easier to cover anything from a wide entryway to a narrower, more distant area with the same camera.
Image quality is solid throughout. The camera outputs a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1080 at up to 25/30fps, encoded through H.265 for a high compression rate and ultra-low bit rate that keeps storage use efficient. Smart H.264+/H.265+ codec support adds further flexibility, adapting encoding to different bandwidth and storage environments.
Night vision is a genuine strength here. With two built-in IR illuminators, the Dahua IPC-HDW1230T-ZS-S5 reaches a maximum illumination distance of 40 meters — notably longer than many cameras in its class. DWDR, 3D noise reduction, HLC, and BLC work together to maintain image clarity across a range of lighting conditions, including strong backlighting, while digital watermarking supports footage authenticity.
Mounting flexibility rounds out the design, with pan rotation up to 355°, tilt up to 78°, and full 360° rotation, giving installers precise control over the camera’s final aim. Motion detection, privacy masking, and a broad set of abnormality alerts — including SD card issues, network disconnection, IP conflict, and illegal access — round out the core feature set.
Storage is handled through a microSD card supporting up to 256GB, along with FTP support for remote backup. Power flexibility is built in as well, supporting both 12VDC and PoE, simplifying installation across different setups.
Built for demanding conditions, the Dahua IPC-HDW1230T-ZS-S5 carries an IP67 rating and operates reliably across a wide range of -30°C to +60°C. Its all-metal casing weighs 0.68kg, delivering a durable, dependable design — a practical, budget-conscious choice for users who want adjustable coverage without stepping up to an AI-enabled camera line.
IPC-HDW1230T-ZS-S5 Camera
| Specification | Details |
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8″ CMOS |
| Max. Resolution | 1920 (H) × 1080 (V) |
| ROM | 16 MB |
| RAM | 128 MB |
| Scanning System | Progressive |
| Electronic Shutter Speed | Auto/Manual 1/3 s–1/100,000 s |
| Min. Illumination |
0.005 Lux@F1.5 (Color, 30 IRE)
0.0005 Lux@F1.5 (B/W, 30 IRE)
0 Lux (Illuminator on)
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| S/N Ratio | > 56 dB |
| Illumination Distance | 40 m (131.23 ft) (IR) |
| Illuminator On/Off Control | Auto; Manual |
| Illuminator Number | 2 (IR) |
| Pan/Tilt/Rotation Range |
Pan: 0°–355°
Tilt: 0°–78°
Rotation: 0°–360°
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IPC-HDW1230T-ZS-S5 Lens
| Specification | Details |
| Lens Type | Motorized vari-focal |
| Lens Mount | φ14 |
| Focal Length | 2.8 mm–12 mm |
| Max. Aperture | F1.5 |
| Field of View |
Horizontal: 101°–33.5°
Vertical: 52.5°–19°
Diagonal: 125°–38.5°
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| Iris Control | Fixed |
| Close Focus Distance | 1.2 m (3.94 ft) |
IPC-HDW1230T-ZS-S5 DORI Distance
| Lens | Detect | Observe | Recognize | Identify |
| W | 48 m (157.48 ft) | 19 m (62.34 ft) | 10 m (32.81 ft) | 5 m (16.40 ft) |
| T | 131 m (429.79 ft) | 52 m (170.60 ft) | 26 m (85.30 ft) | 13 m (42.65 ft) |
IPC-HDW1230T-ZS-S5 Video
| Specification | Details |
| Video Compression | H.265; H.264; H.264B; MJPEG (Only supported by the sub stream) |
| Smart Codec | Smart H.265+; Smart H.264+ |
| Video Frame Rate |
Main stream: 1920 × 1080@1–25/30 fps
Sub stream: 704 × 576@1–25 fps / 704 × 480@1–30 fps
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| Stream Capability | 2 streams |
| Resolution | 1080p (1920 × 1080); 1.3M (1280 × 960); 720p (1280 × 720); D1 (704 × 576/704 × 480); VGA (640 × 480); CIF (352 × 288/352 × 240) |
| Bit Rate Control | CBR/VBR |
| Video Bit Rate |
H.264: 32 kbps–6144 kbps
H.265: 12 kbps–6144 kbps
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| Day/Night | Auto(ICR)/Color/B/W |
| BLC | Yes |
| HLC | Yes |
| WDR | DWDR |
| Scene Self-adaptation (SSA) | NA |
| White Balance | Auto; natural; street lamp; outdoor; manual; regional custom |
| Gain Control | Auto; manual |
| Noise Reduction | 3D NR |
| Motion Detection | OFF/ON (4 areas, rectangular) |
| Region of Interest (RoI) | Yes (4 areas) |
| Image Stabilization | NA |
| Smart Illumination | Yes |
| Defog | NA |
| Image Rotation | 0°/90°/180°/270° (Support 90°/270° with 1080p resolution and lower) |
| Mirror | Yes |
| Privacy Masking | 4 areas |
IPC-HDW1230T-ZS-S5 Alarm
| Specification | Details |
| Alarm Event | No SD card; SD card full; SD card error; network disconnection; IP conflict; illegal access; motion detection; video tampering; security exception; defocus detection |
IPC-HDW1230T-ZS-S5 Network
| Specification | Details |
| Network Port | RJ-45 (10/100 Base-T) |
| SDK and API | Yes |
| Cyber Security | Video encryption; configuration encryption; Digest; WSSE; account lockout; security logs; generation and importing of X.509 certification; HTTPS; trusted boot; trusted execution; trusted upgrade |
| Network Protocol | IPv4; IPv6; HTTP; TCP; UDP; ARP; RTP; RTSP; SMTP; FTP; DHCP; DNS; NTP; Multicast; DDNS |
| Interoperability | ONVIF (Profile S/Profile T); CGI; P2P; Milestone |
| User/Host | 6 |
| Storage | FTP; Micro SD card (Support max. 256 G) |
| Browser | IE; Chrome; Firefox |
| Management Software | Smart PSS; DSS; DMSS |
| Mobile Client | iOS; Android |
IPC-HDW1230T-ZS-S5 Certification
| Specification | Details |
| Certifications |
CE-LVD: EN60950-1
CE-EMC: Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU
FCC: 47 CFR FCC Part 15, Subpart B
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IPC-HDW1230T-ZS-S5 Power
| Specification | Details |
| Power Supply | 12 V DC; PoE |
| Power Consumption |
Basic: 1.6 W (12 V DC); 2.4 W (PoE)
Max. (H.265 + ICR + IR intensity): 3.9 W (12 V DC); 5 W (PoE)
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IPC-HDW1230T-ZS-S5 Environment
| Specification | Details |
| Operating Temperature | –30 °C to +60 °C (–22 °F to 140 °F) |
| Operating Humidity | ≤95% (RH), non-condensing |
| Protection | IP67 |
IPC-HDW1230T-ZS-S5 Structure
| Specification | Details |
| Casing | Metal |
| Product Dimensions | 108.3 mm × Ø122 mm (4.26″ × Ø4.80″) |
| Net Weight | 0.68 kg (1.50 lb) |
| Gross Weight | 0.87 kg (1.92 lb) |
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