Mascom International stocks the Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL at KSh 5,200, brand new and sealed. It is a 4MP outdoor bullet network camera from Dahua's ECO range, recording at 2560 × 1440 through a 3.6mm fixed lens. Dual-light night vision gives up to 30 metres of infrared, with warm light that switches on for colour footage after dark. The Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL also carries a built-in microphone, H.265+ compression and an IP67 weatherproof housing, and it runs on PoE, so one network cable delivers power and video. See it at our store in the Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Built for landlords, petrol station managers, church administrators and small business owners across Kenya, the Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL covers driveways, side passages, car parks and store entrances. A common complaint with older 2MP systems is that faces and number plates turn to blocks once you zoom in on a recording. The Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL packs about 1.8 times the pixels of a 1080p camera, so you have more detail to work with when you hand a clip to the police. Its microphone records sound alongside video, which helps settle disputes at a till or a gate.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that mix genuine and copied cameras on the same shelf, Mascom International sells only sealed Dahua stock with a 12-month warranty claimed in Nairobi CBD. Buyers throughout Kenya report that the ECO range lets them fit 4MP cameras across a whole compound for close to what a few higher-tier units would cost. The Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL records to any Dahua PoE NVR, with live viewing on the DMSS app. Visit us to compare it with our eyeball and dome versions, or order on WhatsApp for pay-on-arrival delivery.
Common Questions About the Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL
How much does the Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL cost in Kenya?
The Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL costs KSh 5,200 brand new and sealed at Mascom International, Kimathi Street, Nairobi. The price includes a 12-month warranty handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk and pay-on-arrival delivery across Kenya. Power comes from a PoE recorder or switch, so no adapter is in the box. The Dahua IPC-T1E49P-A-IL eyeball and IPC-D1E49P-A-IL dome sell at the same KSh 5,200, while the 2MP Dahua IPC-B1E29P-A-IL ECO bullet costs KSh 4,000, KSh 1,200 less.
Is the Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL better than the Dahua IPC-HFW1439TL1-A-IL?
The Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL and the Dahua IPC-HFW1439TL1-A-IL are both 4MP bullets with dual-light night vision and a built-in microphone. The ECO model costs KSh 5,200 at Mascom International, while the Entry model costs KSh 6,000, a gap of KSh 800. The Entry camera sits one tier up in Dahua's range, with a more refined image pipeline and housing. Choose the ECO version when you are fitting many cameras on a tight budget. Choose the Entry version when you want the stronger tier for key entrances.
Does the Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL work with my existing Dahua NVR?
The Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL works with Dahua NVRs that support 4MP channels, which covers most current models. A Dahua NVR1104HS-P-S3/H at KSh 9,000 powers four of these cameras over PoE and records them to one hard drive. For eight cameras, the Dahua NVR1108HS-8P-S3/H costs KSh 12,000. Older recorders limited to 2MP or 1080p input may not record the full 4MP picture, so bring your NVR model number to Mascom International and we will confirm compatibility before you buy.
What happens to the Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL during a KPLC blackout?
The Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL stops recording during a KPLC blackout unless its PoE recorder or switch is backed by a UPS. Because the camera takes power through its network cable, a single UPS at the NVR keeps every PoE camera on the system running. Add your fibre router to the same UPS so DMSS phone alerts keep arriving. Night-time outages are when thieves often strike, so the backup matters most after dark. Mascom International can suggest a UPS size for your camera count.
Who should buy the Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL, and who should skip it?
The Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL suits buyers who want 4MP detail across several outdoor spots without stretching the budget. It fits rental compounds, schools, farms and shops needing clear recordings of gates and parking. Skip it if you want the camera to warn intruders with a siren or talk back, since it has a microphone but no speaker. The Dahua IPC-HDW1439V-PV active deterrence eyeball at KSh 7,100 handles that job. For colour video all night long, look at the Dahua IPC-HDW1439T1P-A-LED-PRO WizColor Lite eyeball.
How clear is the night video on the Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL?
The Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL records black-and-white infrared video up to 30 metres away at night. When it detects a person, its warm light can switch on so the camera captures that moment in colour. This dual-light approach avoids a white floodlight burning all night, which neighbours and tenants appreciate. Detail on faces is best within the first several metres, so mount the camera close to the gate or door you most need to identify people at. Avoid pointing it straight at streetlights, which can wash out the picture.
Can the Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL handle dust and rain in Kenya?
The Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL has an IP67 rating, which means it is sealed against dust and protected from heavy rain. Retailer data lists an operating range of -30°C to +60°C, enough for hot afternoons in Kisumu and cold nights in Nyahururu. Dusty sites near murram roads only need an occasional wipe of the front glass. In coastal towns such as Mombasa and Kilifi, fit it under eaves to cut salt spray. Where lightning is frequent, a surge protector on the PoE line protects both camera and recorder.
Does the Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL record sound?
Yes, the Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL has a built-in microphone that records audio alongside the video. The "A" in the model code marks this audio feature. Sound helps at shop counters, gates and reception desks, where what was said can matter as much as what was seen. The camera has no speaker, so you cannot talk back through it. Check local rules before recording audio in shared spaces, and put up a notice that CCTV with sound is in use, which also deters wrongdoing.
Technical Specifications
Sensor and Image
- 4MP CMOS sensor at 2560 × 1440 — about 1.8 times the pixels of 1080p, for clearer faces when zoomed.
- Up to 30 frames per second at 4MP — smooth video that keeps fast movement readable in playback.
- DWDR digital wide dynamic range — balances bright sky and dark shade within one frame.
- BLC and HLC — backlight and highlight compensation stop gate lights and headlamps from blinding the picture.
- 3D noise reduction — cleans grain from night footage so detail holds up in low light.
Lens and Field of View
- 3.6mm fixed-focal lens — factory-focused with no zoom ring, so the view stays exactly where you set it.
- Medium-wide view — suited to a gate, driveway or shop front seen from a wall or pillar.
- Fixed lens on an ECO bullet body — fewer moving parts to fail in heat and dust.
- Best facial detail within the first several metres — mount it near the entry point you need to watch.
- Pan and tilt set by the bracket at install — aim it once and lock it in place.
Night Vision and Illumination
- Infrared up to 30 metres — black-and-white night video across most compounds and parking areas.
- Warm white light — switches on to capture colour detail when a person enters the frame.
- Dual-light mode — infrared by default, with warm light only when needed, so there is no constant glare.
- Automatic day and night switching — moves between colour and infrared as daylight fades.
- Minimum illumination of 0.09 lux in colour at 30 IRE — holds colour in dim light before the illuminators engage.
Video Compression and Smart Detection
- H.265 and H.264 compression — smaller files, so a surveillance drive stores more days of 4MP footage.
- H.265+ and H.264+ — Dahua's extra compression for still scenes, saving more space on quiet nights.
- Human detection — separates people from animals and moving leaves to reduce false alerts.
- ROI region of interest — gives more detail to a chosen area, such as a gate, within the frame.
- Built-in microphone — records sound with the video, useful at counters, gates and reception desks.
Connectivity and Power
- RJ45 Ethernet port — a wired network link that holds steady where WiFi struggles.
- PoE to IEEE 802.3af — power and video on one cable from any PoE NVR or switch.
- 12V DC input — an alternative where PoE equipment is not on site.
- DMSS app support — live view, playback and alerts on Android and iPhone over home fibre or mobile data.
- Dahua NVR compatibility — records to Dahua PoE recorders that accept 4MP channels.
Build and Installation
- Full ordering code DH-IPC-B1E49P-A-IL-0360B-S3 — the 0360B part marks the 3.6mm lens, so check it at collection.
- IP67 rating — dust-tight and protected against heavy rain on exposed walls.
- Operating range of -30°C to +60°C — handles hot lowland afternoons and cold highland nights.
- Bullet housing — fixes to a wall, pillar or eave with the supplied bracket.
- White finish as standard — confirm the colour in stock with us on WhatsApp before ordering.
Package Contents
The Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL arrives in its sealed Dahua box with the bullet camera and the fixing accessories Dahua packs for wall mounting. A power adapter and network cable are not included, as the camera normally runs from a PoE recorder or switch. Mascom International sells Dahua NVRs, PoE switches, Cat6 cable and surveillance hard drives separately for a complete setup. Confirm the exact box contents with our team on WhatsApp before you collect.
Warranty
The Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Claims are handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk on Kimathi Street. Bring the camera and proof of purchase for assessment.
Where to Buy the Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL in Kenya
Buy the Dahua IPC-B1E49P-A-IL at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Our doors are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. We can connect it to a recorder in store so you see the 4MP picture first. It usually comes in white; check the colour in stock on WhatsApp.
Contact us directly here:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
All orders ship pay-on-arrival to the 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery, and major towns like Kisumu, Kericho, Meru and Naivasha get theirs within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
The camera is covered by the 12-month warranty above. We give straight answers on specifications, keep prices accurate, and support you after the sale with setup help and warranty service.
