Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO is now available at Mascom International for KSh 9,000, a 4MP WizColor bullet network camera built on a large 1/1.8-inch CMOS sensor with a fixed 3.6mm F1.0 lens. It records up to 2688 × 1520 resolution and reaches a clear 0.0005 lux in near darkness, backed by a built-in warm light rated to 50 metres. You can see and test the Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO in person at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, before you commit to buying.
Built for Kenyan homeowners, retail shops along Tom Mboya and Moi Avenue, landlords with rental compounds, and warehouse owners in Industrial Area and Ruiru, the Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO answers one common problem: ordinary cameras turn grainy and switch to black-and-white the moment the sun drops. This camera keeps full colour at night using a wide F1.0 aperture and AI-ISP processing. That colour detail matters when you need to read a number plate, identify a shirt, or tell a neighbour from an intruder at 9pm in a poorly lit plot.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya who stock unbranded cameras with no datasheet, Mascom International supplies the Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO with verified specifications and a clear warranty. Installers across Nairobi report fewer false alerts because the camera tells humans and vehicles apart from moving leaves, dogs, and rain. At KSh 9,000, the Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO sits within reach of small businesses and homes. Visit our Kimathi Street store, call us, or order online for pay-on-arrival delivery to all 47 counties.
Common Questions About the Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO
What does the Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO record at night?
It records in full colour after dark, not black-and-white. The 1/1.8-inch sensor is larger than the 1/2.7-inch and 1/2.9-inch sensors in cheaper cameras, so it gathers more light. Combined with the F1.0 aperture and AI-ISP, the camera reaches 0.0005 lux sensitivity, meaning it uses moonlight, security lamps, and street glow to keep colour. A built-in warm light covers up to 50 metres for very dark scenes, so you still capture clothing colour, skin tone, and vehicle paint instead of a grey blur.
How far can the Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO identify a person or vehicle?
Using the EN-62676-4 DORI standard, the 3.6mm lens detects movement up to 70.3 metres, observes activity to 28.1 metres, recognises a known person to 14.1 metres, and identifies a face to 7.0 metres. The 94-degree horizontal field of view suits gates, shopfronts, parking bays, and compound walls. For a typical Nairobi home gate or shop entrance, mount the camera 3 to 5 metres back and you will read faces and number plates clearly within the recognise-and-identify zone.
Does the Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO need a separate power supply?
It runs two ways: Power over Ethernet (PoE) or a 12V DC adapter. PoE carries video and power down one network cable, which cuts wiring cost and lets you mount the camera far from a socket, ideal for gates and rooftops. Draw is low at 2.5W on PoE and up to 6.8W with the warm light and AI running. Note the camera ships without a PoE switch or 12V adapter, so confirm your NVR has PoE ports or buy an adapter. Mascom International stocks both options.
What AI detection does the Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO offer?
It carries Dahua WizSense AI on a dedicated chip, with SMD Plus motion detection plus perimeter protection. SMD Plus sorts alarms by target type, so you only get pinged for people and vehicles, not stray cats or windblown branches. Perimeter protection adds tripwire and intrusion rules: draw a line across your gate or a box around your yard, and the camera flags any human or vehicle that crosses it. This deep-learning detection cuts the flood of false alerts that make owners ignore their phones, keeping warnings meaningful day and night.
How much footage can the Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO store?
It accepts a microSD card up to 256GB for on-camera recording, useful as backup if your network drops or a thief cuts cabling. For continuous multi-day recording, connect it to a Dahua NVR or a NAS drive over the network using FTP, SFTP, or ONVIF. H.265 and H.265+ encoding shrink file sizes heavily, so a 256GB card holds many more days than older H.264 cameras at the same quality. The microSD card is sold separately. Mascom International can recommend the right card or NVR for your setup.
Is the Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO suitable for Kenya's outdoor weather?
Yes. The IP67 rating means it shrugs off dust and survives submersion in one metre of water for 30 minutes, so Nairobi's long rains, coastal humidity in Mombasa, and dusty upcountry sites pose no problem. The metal-and-plastic housing runs from -40°C to +60°C, far beyond any Kenyan temperature. Wide-voltage tolerance handles the unstable mains common in many estates and rural shops, protecting the camera during power dips and surges. Mount it under an eave or on an open wall and it keeps working through every season.
Is the Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO worth KSh 9,000 in Kenya?
For KSh 9,000 you get a 4MP camera with full-colour night recording, AI human and vehicle filtering, and IP67 weatherproofing, a combination most 2MP cameras at this price cannot match. A 2MP unit produces 1080p and usually drops to black-and-white at night with heavy noise. This 4MP sensor gives you 77 percent more detail for zooming into footage after an incident. Buyers across Nairobi tell us the colour night feed alone justifies the gap, since black-and-white clips often fail to identify suspects when it matters most.
How do I set up the Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO and view it on my phone?
Connect the camera to your router or NVR with a single RJ-45 network cable, then add it through the free Dahua DMSS app on iOS or Android. The app shows live video, plays back recordings, and pushes AI alerts to your phone wherever you are, on Safaricom, Airtel, or home WiFi. For multi-camera sites, Dahua's PSS Lite desktop software on a Windows PC manages everything from one screen. The camera supports ONVIF Profile S, G, and T, so it also pairs with most third-party NVR brands you may already own.
Technical Specifications
Image Sensor and Resolution
- 1/1.8-inch 4MP CMOS sensor gathers more light than budget 1/2.7-inch sensors for cleaner low-light footage
- Records up to 2688 × 1520 at 20fps, or 2560 × 1440 at 25/30fps for smoother motion capture
- 4MP gives roughly 77 percent more pixels than 2MP cameras, letting you zoom into faces and plates
- Minimum illumination of 0.0005 lux at F1.0 keeps usable colour in near-total darkness
- Signal-to-noise ratio above 56dB reduces graininess so footage stays clear under low light
- 120dB wide dynamic range balances bright gates and dark shadows in one frame without blowing out detail
Lens and Field of View
- Fixed 3.6mm F1.0 lens covers a wide 94-degree horizontal view for gates, shopfronts, and yards
- Large F1.0 aperture lets in more light than F1.6 or F2.0 lenses, aiding the full-colour night feed
- DORI figures: detect 70.3m, observe 28.1m, recognise 14.1m, identify 7.0m for clear coverage planning
- Close focus distance of 2.6 metres suits doorways, tills, and entry points without blur
- M16 lens mount with fixed iris keeps the unit sealed and low-maintenance over years of outdoor use
- 50-degree vertical field captures both ground-level activity and approach paths at a typical mounting height
Full-Colour Night Vision
- WizColor technology with AI-ISP captures colour images at night using moonlight and ambient street light
- Built-in warm light reaches up to 50 metres, lighting very dark scenes when ambient light runs out
- Four warm-light units spread even illumination, avoiding the harsh hotspot of single-LED budget cameras
- Auto and manual illuminator control lets you set the light to suit each property and avoid glare
- Colour night footage records clothing, skin tone, and vehicle paint that black-and-white cameras miss
- Day/Night switching plus 3D noise reduction keeps both daytime and after-dark clips sharp and steady
AI Detection and Video Analytics
- WizSense AI chip runs human and vehicle detection to filter out animals, leaves, and rain
- SMD Plus motion detection sorts alarms by target type, cutting false phone alerts that owners learn to ignore
- Perimeter protection adds tripwire and intrusion rules around gates, walls, and restricted areas
- Deep-learning classification flags only people and vehicles crossing your defined lines or zones
- Alarm events cover tampering, audio detection, SD card faults, network loss, and illegal access attempts
- Region-of-interest coding sends extra detail to four chosen zones while saving bandwidth elsewhere
Power, Network, and Storage
- Dual 12V DC and PoE power supply runs the camera and video over a single network cable
- Low draw of 2.5W on PoE rises to 6.8W with the warm light and AI active
- RJ-45 10/100 network port pairs with Dahua NVRs, routers, and ONVIF systems you may own
- microSD slot supports up to 256GB for on-camera backup if the network drops or cabling is cut
- H.265 and H.265+ encoding cut storage needs sharply versus older H.264 cameras at equal quality
- ONVIF Profile S, G, and T support means broad pairing with third-party recorders and software
Build, Weatherproofing, and Cyber Protection
- IP67 housing survives heavy dust and submersion in one metre of water for 30 minutes
- Metal-and-plastic casing operates from -40°C to +60°C, beyond any temperature in Kenya
- Wide-voltage tolerance protects the camera against the unstable mains common in estates and rural shops
- Built-in microphone records audio alongside video where local laws and your policy permit
- Cyber security covers HTTPS, video encryption, IP and MAC filtering, and account lockout against attacks
- Compact 201mm body at 0.68kg mounts easily on walls, eaves, and poles with the bracket included
Package Contents
The Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO box includes the bullet camera with attached bracket, a mounting screw pack, a drill template, a waterproof RJ-45 cable gland, and the quick start guide. A power adapter, PoE switch, and microSD card are not included in the box, as most installs use PoE from an NVR. Mascom International stocks 12V adapters, PoE switches, microSD cards, and mounting accessories separately to complete your setup.
Warranty
The Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO carries a 12-month Mascom International warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Our Nairobi CBD service desk handles any warranty claims directly, and our team can advise on installation, NVR pairing, and accessory choices for your home or business.
Where to Buy the Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO in Kenya
Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO is available now at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Walk in Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, to test the camera's night feed and field of view in person before you buy.
Order through any of the following:
- Phone: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Mascom International ships the Dahua IPC-HFW2449M-S-B-PRO across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery, so you only pay once the camera reaches you. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery, other major towns and counties receive next-day delivery, and Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2 to 3 business days.
Our Nairobi CBD service desk backs every camera with direct after-sales support. Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for honest specifications, current pricing, and dependable warranty cover on every security camera we stock.
