The Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A is in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 3,200 for a 5MP HDCVI bullet camera with a 3.6mm lens, 30-metre dual-light night vision and a built-in microphone. Each unit is brand new and sealed. The Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A records at 2880 x 1620 pixels, well above full HD, through an F1.6 lens that gathers more light than the F2.0 lenses on the 2MP bullets in our range. You can see it at our store on the first floor of Old Mutual Building, Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Designed for business owners, SACCO managers, landlords and families who need evidence that holds up, the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A handles the moment a 2MP camera falls short. A 2MP image often turns a face at the edge of a matatu stage or a number plate at a Kitengela gate into a smudge once you zoom in. With roughly double the pixels, this camera keeps more detail for the police report or insurance claim. It runs on the same coax cable as older analogue systems, so upgrading an existing install rarely means rewiring the building or chasing new cables through finished walls.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that steer every upgrade toward costly IP cameras, Mascom International shows buyers how far a 5MP HDCVI camera goes on cabling they already have. Buyers throughout Kenya report that the jump in detail from 2MP to 5MP is the upgrade they notice most on playback. Pair the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A with a 5MP recorder such as the Dahua XVR5108HS-5M-I3 to record its full resolution. Visit us in Nairobi CBD to compare 2MP and 5MP footage side by side on one monitor, or order the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A for pay-on-arrival delivery.
Common Questions About the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A
How much does the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A cost in Kenya?
The Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A costs KSh 3,200 at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD, brand new and sealed. That covers the camera, its mounting hardware and a 12-month warranty, with pay-on-arrival delivery to all 47 counties. You still need a 12V power supply, coax cable and a 5MP-capable recorder. The 5MP Dahua HAC-D1A51P-U-IL sells for KSh 3,000, KSh 200 less, and the matching 5MP eyeball, the Dahua HAC-HDW1500CLQP-IL-A, also costs KSh 3,200.
Is a 5MP camera like the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A worth it over 2MP?
Yes, the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A is worth it when you need to identify people or vehicles rather than just see that something moved. It records 2880 x 1620 pixels against 1920 x 1080 on a 2MP camera, so zoomed playback keeps more detail. Under the DORI standard it identifies a person at about 7.7 metres, against about 5 metres for the 2MP bullets we stock. The 2MP Dahua HAC-HFW1200CLP-IL-A costs KSh 2,600, so the upgrade is KSh 600 per camera.
Do I need a new DVR for the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A?
You need a 5MP-capable recorder to see the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A at full resolution. Mascom International stocks the 8-channel Dahua XVR5108HS-5M-I3 at KSh 10,500 and the 16-channel Dahua XVR5116HS-5M-I3 at KSh 16,500. On a 1080p recorder such as the Dahua XVR1B08-I/T, the camera still works but records at a lower resolution, wasting the extra detail you paid for. The camera also outputs TVI, AHD and CVBS, so it runs on many non-Dahua recorders as well.
Who should buy the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A, and who should skip it?
Buy the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A for entrances, cash counters, driveways and loading bays where faces or plates must be readable on playback. Skip it if you want to speak through the camera, because it has a microphone but no speaker. The Dahua HAC-HFW1200RLP-IL-T at KSh 2,800 adds two-way talk at 2MP. Skip it also if your recorder only handles 1080p and you are not replacing it soon; a 2MP camera gives the same picture on that recorder for less money.
Can I record sound with the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A?
Yes, the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A has a built-in microphone, and its audio travels on the coax cable over CVI or TVI to your recorder. You can listen live on the DMSS app and replay sound with the footage, which helps settle disputes at a counter or gate, or confirm what a delivery driver was told. It cannot play sound back, because there is no speaker, so it suits listening rather than conversation. Check the law on recording conversations in your workplace, and put up a visible notice that audio and video recording is in use.
Will the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A survive long rains and dusty roads?
Yes, the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A carries an IP67 rating, sealing it against dust and protecting it against water during the heaviest Kenyan downpours. It operates from -40°C to 60°C, so a hot iron roof in Mombasa or a chilly Nyahururu night both sit inside its range. The plastic housing weighs about 0.20 kg. Near murram roads, dust settles on the lens glass faster, so wipe it during routine checks to keep the 5MP detail you paid for.
How much storage does the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A need?
The Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A produces more data than a 2MP camera, so expect your hard drive to fill sooner at full 5MP recording. Exact days of footage depend on your recorder, compression setting, frame rate and how much motion the scene contains. Mascom International sells recorders and hard drives, and our staff will estimate retention for your camera count before you buy. Recording on motion rather than all day is the simplest way to stretch storage on a busy site, and a 2TB or larger drive suits most small business setups.
How does the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A behave during KPLC outages?
The Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A keeps recording through a KPLC outage when the camera, its power supply and the recorder sit on a UPS. Its draw is low, at most 4.3 watts with the lights on, so a modest UPS can carry several cameras and a recorder for a good stretch. Add the router to the same backup if you watch remotely over Safaricom or Airtel fibre, or the app loses its live view the moment the power drops.
Technical Specifications
Sensor and Image Quality
- 5MP CMOS sensor at 2880 x 1620 pixels — about double the pixels of a 2MP camera, for clearer faces and plates.
- Selectable 4MP and 1080p output — the camera adapts to whichever resolution your recorder supports, so older systems still show a picture.
- Up to 25 frames per second at 5MP over CVI — smooth enough to follow people walking through a doorway.
- Minimum illumination of 0.01 lux in colour at F1.6 — keeps colour in dim parking areas and corridors.
- BLC, HLC, digital WDR and 3D noise reduction — balances bright gateways and dark interiors while cutting grain at night.
Lens and Field of View
- Fixed 3.6mm lens at F1.6 — a wider aperture lets in more light, so night footage stays cleaner.
- 90.1° horizontal and 109.3° diagonal view — covers a driveway, shop front or loading bay without heavy edge distortion.
- Detection at 77 metres under the DORI standard — the camera picks up movement far down a compound.
- Recognition at 15.4 metres and identification at 7.7 metres — mount it where faces pass within about eight metres.
- Fixed focus with no motor — fewer parts to fail, and the picture stays set exactly as the installer left it on the first day.
Night Vision and Illumination
- Two multi-core illuminators combining infrared and warm light — record in black and white, or switch to full colour after dark.
- Infrared and warm light each reach about 30 metres — enough for a mid-sized yard, parking area or school gate.
- Automatic dual-light mode — infrared by default, warm light when a compatible recorder detects people or vehicles.
- Fixed infrared or warm light modes — pick discreet black-and-white footage, or constant colour lighting that also deters trespassers.
- 0 lux operation with the illuminators on — records in total darkness, such as an unlit service lane.
Audio and Signal Output
- Built-in microphone — records sound alongside video, useful for settling disputes at a counter, reception desk or entrance.
- Audio over the coax cable on CVI and TVI — no separate microphone wire to run.
- No built-in speaker — audio is listen-only, so choose one of the two-way talk models if you want to speak back to visitors.
- Switchable CVI, TVI, AHD and CVBS through one BNC connector — works with most HD and analogue recorders.
- TVI 5MP at 2960 x 1665 — full 5MP recording also on TVI-based recorders from other brands.
Build Power and Weatherproofing
- IP67-rated plastic housing — sealed against dust and protected against water for exposed outdoor walls.
- Operating range of -40°C to 60°C — comfortable on hot rooftops and cold highland nights alike.
- 12V DC power with ±30% tolerance — runs on a standard CCTV supply and handles the voltage swings common on shared building lines.
- Peak draw of 4.3 watts with lights on — less than the two-way talk bullets we stock, which stretches UPS backup time during outages.
- 161.6 x 70 x 69.7 mm and about 0.20 kg — compact and quick to mount on walls, eaves or poles.
Package Contents
Each Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A comes in its sealed retail box with the camera, a bag of screws and wall plugs, a drilling template and a quick start guide. The box holds no power supply, coax cable, connectors, recorder or hard drive. Mascom International stocks 5MP recorders that suit this camera, and our team will list every extra part your site needs so your installer can finish in one visit.
Warranty
The Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Our Nairobi CBD service desk at Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, handles every claim and checks each returned camera in person.
Where to Buy the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A in Kenya
Find the Dahua HAC-HFW1500RLP-IL-A at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. The store opens Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Ask us to connect a unit to a 5MP recorder so you can compare its detail with a 2MP camera on the same screen. Most units come in white; confirm the colour currently on the shelf with us on WhatsApp before collecting.
For quotes, stock checks or installation advice, contact us:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We offer pay-on-arrival delivery to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs receive orders the same day, and buyers in Mombasa, Malindi, Kakamega and Kericho get theirs the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. The 12-month warranty above stays with your camera from the day it arrives. We give straight specifications, fair and accurate pricing, and after-sales support from a real Nairobi shop.
 bullet HDCVI camera 1 Mascom International.webp)
 bullet HDCVI camera 2 Mascom International.webp)
 bullet HDCVI camera 3 Mascom International1.webp)
 1 Mascom International.webp)