🖼️ Imaging & Sensor

• Image Sensor: 1/2.8″ Progressive Scan CMOS.

• Resolution: Up to 1920 × 1080 (2 MP).

• Minimum Illumination: Color: ~0.0005 Lux (F1.0, AGC ON); 0 Lux with light.

• Day/Night: Automatic IR cut filter.

• Lens: Fixed focal — 2.8 mm or 4 mm options.

• Field of View (FOV):

  • 2.8 mm: ~106° horizontal.

  • 4 mm: ~88° horizontal.

🌈 Night & Supplemental Lighting

• ColorVu 3.0: Full-time color imaging even in very low light.

• Smart Hybrid Light: Combines IR with white light illumination for improved night color.

• Supplemental Light Range: Up to ~30 m.

Variant meanings:

• -LIU: Standard (no onboard storage).

• -LIU(F): With built-in microSD card slot (supports up to 512 GB) for local recording.

• /SL: Includes white supplemental light + alarm speaker.

• /SRB: Includes red/blue strobe light + alarm speaker for visual deterrence.

🎥 Video & Compression

• Frame Rates: Up to 25 / 30 fps at 1080p (region dependent).

• Video Compression: H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264.

• Region of Interest (ROI): Configurable for efficient bitrate.

🤖 Intelligence & Detection

• Smart Detection: Person and vehicle detection to reduce false alerts.

• Basic Events: Motion detection, video tampering, exception alarms (trigger recording, notify center, send email).

• Configurable privacy masks (up to 4 regions).

Note: This model uses smart detection; some regional datasheets mention deep learning perimeter protection (line crossing, intrusion) in certain firmware sets — check your firmware version/manual for exact features.

🔊 Audio & Storage

• Built-in Microphone: Yes — for basic audio capture.

• On-board Storage: Only on -LIU(F) variants via microSD (up to 512 GB).

• Speaker (for alarms/two-way): Only on /SL and /SRB variants.

🌐 Networking & Compatibility

• Ethernet: 1 × RJ45 (10/100 Mbps).

• Power: PoE (IEEE 802.3af) or 12 V DC (with reverse polarity protection).

• ONVIF: Typically supported for use with many NVRs. (Check exact model firmware.)

• Clients: Works with Hik-Connect app and iVMS-4200. (Check regional support.)

🛠️ Build & Environment

• Weatherproof: IP67 (dust-tight and water-resistant) — suitable for outdoors.

• Housing: Metal main body with plastic cover.

• Operating Temp: ~-30 °C to 60 °C (non-condensing humidity).

• Dimensions: ~Ø110 × 102.7 mm.

• Weight: ~365 g (-LIU variant).

• Warranty – 1 Year

📊 Typical Use Cases

✅ Outdoor property surveillance with 24/7 color video.
✅ Deterrence using white or red/blue lights (on SL/SRB variants).
✅ Small to medium installations with local storage (microSD).

🧠 Summary

The Hikvision DS-2CD1327G3-LIU is a 2 MP outdoor fixed turret IP camera with ColorVu 3.0 for vivid color imaging day and night, smart hybrid light, basic person/vehicle detection, and flexible options for local storage and deterrence lighting on specific variants (-LIU(F)/SL/SRB). It’s well-suited for general outdoor monitoring in homes or businesses with PoE or DC power.