PTZ Cameras › IPC6312LFW-AX5C-VG1
Uniview (UNV) · PTZ CameraLightHunter · Active Deterrence
2MP LightHunter Mini PTZ · 5× Auto-Tracking
IPC6312LFW-AX5C-VG1
A compact 2MP PTZ dome that finds trouble and gets close: 5× optical zoom locks onto people with auto tracking, LightHunter imaging holds true color into near-darkness, and smart intrusion prevention filters out false alarms — in a PoE-powered housing rated -30 to 60 °C.
1920×1080 · main stream @30fpsF1.6 · 5× zoom, 2.7–13.5 mmAuto Tracking · human target filteringSmart IR · 50 m + 15 m warm lightIP66 · outdoor-rated housingPoE · IEEE 802.3at / DC 12 V
Get Best Price on WhatsAppRequest a quote ↓
Lead time · In stock: at your forwarder’s China warehouse 3 days after payment · Not in stock: 7–15 working days · Then air 5–10 days / sea 25–45 days to your port
Terms · Sample orders welcome · Quotation / PI fixes models, prices, Incoterms (EXW or FOB, each quoted separately), lead time and T/T payment · Defective units: free spare units agreed per order (quantity depends on order size) and written into the quotation · Warranty: up to 5 years on Zhongxin Shutong industrial switches, manufacturer warranty on other brands · Full terms, warranty & RMA
Need the PDF datasheet? Get it on WhatsApp →Compliance:ONVIF Profile SONVIF Profile GONVIF Profile T
Corporate orders are registered with the manufacturer under your company name — genuine supply you can verify at the source.
The IPC6312LFW-AX5C-VG1 is a 2MP LightHunter mini PTZ dome camera built around a 1/2.8" CMOS sensor with a 2.7 to 13.5 mm, 5× optical-zoom lens (F1.6), delivering up to 120 dB WDR and color imaging down to 0.002 lux (AGC on). Smart intrusion prevention covers cross line, intrusion, enter-area and leave-area detection with false-alarm filtering and human/vehicle classification, while auto tracking automatically follows human targets and a built-in mic and speaker support two-way audio. Smart IR reaches 50 m plus a 15 m warm light, MicroSD storage takes cards up to 512 GB, and the IP66-rated housing runs on DC 12 V or PoE (IEEE 802.3at).
Is this the right camera for you?
Plain-language guide for buyers and installers — based only on what this camera actually does.
Small perimeters & yardsCross-line and intrusion detection cover the fence line, with false-alarm filtering and human/vehicle classification so a blowing bag or passing cat won't trigger the alert.
Entrances & loading baysAuto tracking locks onto a person the moment they enter frame and follows them, then the 5× zoom lens lets an operator pull in close on a face or bag without losing the wide view first.
Dim lots & covered walkwaysLightHunter imaging keeps color down to 0.002 lux with AGC on, and 120 dB WDR handles the bright-exit / dark-interior contrast typical of covered parking and stairwells.
Unlit yards after darkWhen it's fully dark, smart IR reaches 50 m for monochrome coverage, or switch to the 15 m warm light for full-color capture of faces and plates at closer range.
Sites needing an audible warningA built-in mic and speaker support two-way audio, so a remote operator can talk down an intruder directly from the monitoring station once the intrusion alert fires.
Standard outdoor poles & wallsIP66 sealing and DC 12 V / PoE (802.3at) power keep installation simple — one Ethernet cable for data and power, plus MicroSD edge storage up to 512 GB if the network drops.
Not the right pick if you need…
- No wide panoramic view — this is a single-lens 5× zoom mini PTZ covering one area at a time, not a 360° or multi-sensor camera. Pair it with a fixed or panoramic camera if you need full-scene overview plus detail together.
- The datasheet lists auto tracking with human-target filtering, not face recognition or a face database — it follows a person, it doesn't identify who they are. Choose a dedicated face-recognition camera if identity matching is the goal.
- IP66 protection (not IP67/submersible) — fine for eaves, walls and typical outdoor poles, but not rated for direct water immersion or burial-level exposure.
Worried about counterfeits? Order under your own company name.
1 · Company name2 · Corporate bank payment3 · Order registered in your name4 · Verify SN on Uniview's site
Using your own freight forwarder? No problem.
EXW / FOBDelivery to your forwarder's warehouseNo minimum order
How to get a better price
Volume Discount50+ units of a single model
CONTACT USMix & Match DiscountMix any categories & models storewide in one order — no quantity limit
BETTERVerified Project PriceDistributor, integrator or end user with a real project? Send the BOQ — project pricing plus free system design. Partner projects are protected: we never quote your end customer behind you
BESTAll discounts are quoted personally — message me on WhatsApp ↑
Key Features
Complete list from the official datasheet.
High quality image with 1080P, 1/2.8" CMOS sensor
Ultra 265, H.265, H.264, MJPEG
Smart intrusion prevention, supports false alarm filtering, including cross line, intrusion, enter area, leave area detection
LightHunter technology ensures ultra-high image quality in low illumination environment
Up to 120 dB WDR (wide dynamic range)
Built-in mic and speaker
Smart IR, up to 50 m (164.0 ft.) IR distance and 15 m (49.2 ft.) warm light distance
MicroSD, up to 512 GB
IP66 protection
DC 12 V, PoE (IEEE 802.3at) power supply
Two Capabilities Working Together
Auto tracking finds the target; the lens and low-light imaging bring it into clear view.
AUTO TRACKING + 5× ZOOM
5× zoom auto-tracking locks onto people in real time
A 2.7–13.5 mm, 5× optical-zoom lens (F1.6) pairs with auto tracking that filters for human targets only, so the PTZ head follows people without chasing vehicles or moving branches.
LIGHTHUNTER LOW-LIGHT
LightHunter imaging holds color into near-darkness
0.002 lux color sensitivity (F1.6, AGC on) plus 120 dB WDR keeps footage usable in dim lots and backlit doorways; once it's fully dark, 50 m IR and 15 m warm light take over.
How far can it see? (DORI)
DORI (EN 62676-4) is the industry standard for what a camera can do at distance. Values shown are at full 5× telephoto.
Detectsomething is there
158.3 m519.3 ft
Observewhat is happening
63.3 m207.7 ft
Recognizesomeone you know
31.7 m103.9 ft
Identifybeyond doubt
15.8 m51.8 ft
How wide a view at each distance
Scene width covered at typical mounting distances — the number you need to work out how many cameras a wall, yard or aisle takes.
| Distance | 106.6° wide | 31.5° tele |
|---|---|---|
| 5 m16 ft | 13.4 m44.0 ft | 2.8 m9.3 ft |
| 10 m33 ft | 26.8 m88.0 ft | 5.6 m18.5 ft |
| 15 m49 ft | 40.2 m132 ft | 8.5 m27.8 ft |
| 20 m66 ft | 53.7 m176 ft | 11.3 m37.0 ft |
| 30 m98 ft | 80.5 m264 ft | 16.9 m55.5 ft |
Calculated from the horizontal field of view in the specifications below: width = 2 × distance × tan(FOV ÷ 2). Lens distortion and mounting angle are not included.
Who uses it, where it goes and how to install it
Written for the IPC6312LFW-AX5C-VG1 from its official datasheet: 2 MP mini PTZ, 5× optical zoom (2.7–13.5 mm), human auto tracking, 50 m IR plus 15 m warm light, IP66, PoE 802.3at or DC 12 V (18 W).
Who it is for
- Yards, car parks and small perimeters — Crossline and intrusion rules with human/vehicle classification cover a fence or gate, and the IP66 housing with heater works outdoors from -30 °C to 60 °C.
- Entrances and loading bays watched by one camera — Auto tracking follows people only (human target filtering) and the 5× zoom brings a face within identify range up to 15.8 m, so one unit can cover an area that would otherwise need a wide and a narrow fixed camera.
- Dim lots and covered walkways — LightHunter keeps color down to 0.002 lux and 120 dB WDR handles a bright exit behind a dark interior; when it is fully dark, IR covers 50 m in black and white or the warm light gives color up to 15 m.
- Sites that need to talk to visitors or intruders — The built-in mic and speaker support two-way audio, so an operator can warn someone from the app or client (UNV-Link, UNV-Link Pro, EZStation) after an alarm.
Where and how to install
- Height and the 345° pan gap — Mount at about 2.5–3.5 m. Pan covers 0° to 345°, not a full circle, so on a wall or corner turn the unit so the 15° gap faces the wall. Tilt runs from -10° to 100°, enough to look slightly above the horizon or straight down at the base.
- Brackets from the datasheet — Wall: junction box TR-JB07-D-IN (wiring from behind). Pole: TR-UP06-B-IN, plus TR-UP06-C-IN when the junction box goes on the pole. Corner: TR-UC08-C. Ceiling or canopy, hanging: TR-CM06-D. Seal the cable entry with the TR-A01-IN gland.
- Power: PoE+ or 12 V — It draws 18 W and is specified for PoE IEEE 802.3at, so use a PoE+ port (an 802.3af port gives only 15.4 W) or a DC 12 V ±25% adapter with a Ø5.5 mm plug. Keep each Cat5e/Cat6 run within 100 m.
- Surge: only 2 kV built in — Built-in surge protection is 2 kV, lower than on most outdoor cameras. On poles, rooftops or long outdoor cable runs, fit an Ethernet surge protector near the camera and earth the pole or bracket, and keep the RJ45 joint dry inside the junction box.
- Lights, insects and neighbors — Keep walls, eaves and branches out of the near picture, or the IR and warm light reflect back and wash out the image. Set the light control to Auto rather than always on, which also reduces insects and spider webs at night, and aim so the warm light does not shine into neighbors' windows.
Wide 2.7 mm vs. tele 13.5 mm: what the 5× zoom covers
Wide open, the camera watches a whole yard (26.8 m wide at 10 m) but a face is identifiable only up to 5.0 m. Fully zoomed it is about 5× narrower and puts about 340 pixels on each meter at 10 m, so a face is identifiable up to 15.8 m. Auto tracking uses this: it waits wide, then follows and zooms on a person. At night, color with the warm light reaches 15 m; beyond that IR gives black and white to 50 m.
| Wide · 2.7 mm | Tele · 13.5 mm (5×) | |
|---|---|---|
| Horizontal view angle | 106.6° | 31.5° |
| Width covered at 10 m | 26.8 m | 5.6 m |
| Width covered at 30 m | 80.5 m | 16.9 m |
| Pixels per meter at 10 m | 72 | 340 |
| Identify a stranger's face up to | 5.0 m | 15.8 m |
| Recognize someone you know up to | 9.9 m | 31.7 m |
| Detect that something is there up to | 49.7 m | 158.3 m |
| Night: IR (black and white) / warm light (color) | 50 m / 15 m | 50 m / 15 m |
- Leave it wide as the home position for a yard or car park: 26.8 m of width at 10 m, and auto tracking takes over when a person enters.
- Save a zoomed preset on the gate or door if it is within 15.8 m, so faces are identifiable on demand.
- For color evidence at night, keep the key spot within 15 m of the camera; farther areas will be black and white under IR up to 50 m.
Widths are calculated from the horizontal view angle (width = 2 × distance × tan(angle ÷ 2)); pixels per meter = 1920 ÷ width at 10 m. DORI distances are the manufacturer's figures for the wide and tele ends.
Full Specifications
Complete official specifications from the manufacturer's datasheet (technical values in English).
Camera
| Max Resolution | 2 MP |
| Sensor | 1/2.8" CMOS |
| Min. Illumination | Color: 0.002 Lux (F1.6, AGC ON), 0 Lux with IR on |
| Day/Night | IR-cut filter with auto switch (ICR) |
| Shutter | Auto/Manual, 1 to 1/100000 s |
| WDR | 120 dB |
| S/N | > 52 dB |
Lens
| Focal Length | 2.7 to 13.5 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 5X |
| Iris | F1.6 |
| Field of View (H) | 106.6° to 31.5° |
| Field of View (V) | 56.5° to 16.9° |
| Field of View (D) | 138.6° to 38.7° |
Video
| Privacy Mask | Up to 4 areas |
| Video Compression | Ultra 265, H.265, H.264, MJPEG |
| Frame Rate | Main Stream: 1080P (1920 × 1080) max. 30 fps; Sub Stream: 720P (1280 × 720), max. 30 fps |
| Video Bit Rate | 128 Kbps to 16 Mbps |
| U-code | Support |
| ROI | Support |
| Video Stream | Dual streams |
| OSD | Up to 4 OSDs |
Intelligent
| Auto Tracking | Support, target filtering: human only |
| Smart Intrusion Prevention | Cross line detection, intrusion detection (support false alarm filtering and the classification of human and vehicle) |
Image
| White Balance | Auto, Outdoor, Fine tune, Sodium lamp, Locked, Auto2 |
| Digital Noise Reduction | 2D/3D DNR |
| Flip | Normal, Flip vertical, Flip horizontal, 180° |
| HLC | Support |
| BLC | Support |
| Smart IR | Support |
| Defog | Digital defog |
Illuminator
| Light On/Off Control | Auto/Manual |
| Wavelength | 850 nm |
| Illumination Distance (IR) | 50 m (164.0 ft.) |
| Illumination Distance (Warm Light) | 15 m (49.2 ft.) |
Events
| Basic Detection | Motion detection, Tampering alarm, Audio detection |
| General Function | Watermark, IP address filtering, Access policy, ARP protection, RTSP authentication, User authentication |
Audio
| Audio Compression | G.711U, G.711A |
| Audio Bitrate | 128 Kbps |
| Two-way Audio | Support |
| Suppression | Support |
| Sampling Rate | 16KHZ |
Storage
| Edge Storage | MicroSD, up to 512 GB |
| Network Storage | ANR, NAS (NFS) |
PTZ
| Number of Presets | 1024 |
| Preset Patrol | 16 patrols, up to 64 presets for each patrol |
| Patrol Stay Time | 120 s to 1800 s |
| Home Position | Support |
| Pan Range | 0° to 345° |
| Tilt Range | -10° to 100° |
| Pan Speed | 1°/s to 40°/s |
| Tilt Speed | 1°/s to 30°/s |
Network & Security
| Protocols | TLS1.3, SSH, IGMP, RTP, RTCP, SMTP, IPv4, IPv6, ICMP, ARP, TCP, UDP, DHCP, PPPoE, RTSP, RTMP, DNS, DDNS, NTP, FTP, UPnP, HTTP, HTTPS, 802.1x, SNMP, QoS, SSL/TLS |
| Compatible Integration | ONVIF (Profile S, Profile G, Profile T, Profile M), SDK, API |
| Security | Password Protection, Strong Password, HTTPS Encryption, Export Operation Logs, Basic and Digest Authentication for RTSP, Digest Authentication for HTTP, TLS 1.2, WSSE and Digest Authentication for ONVIF |
| Client | EZStation, UNV-Link, UNV-Link Pro |
| Web Browser | Plug-in required live view: IE 10 and above, Chrome 45 and above, Firefox 52 and above, Edge 79 and above |
Interface
| Audio I/O | 1 Input: impedance 1 kΩ, amplitude 2.5 V [p-p], 1 Output: impedance 600 Ω, amplitude 2.5 V [p-p] |
| Alarm I/O | 1/1 |
| Built-in Mic | Support |
| Built-in Speaker | Support |
| Network | 1 × RJ45 10 M/100 M Base-TX Ethernet |
Certification
| EMC | CE-EMC (EN 55032: 2015+A11: 2020+A1: 2020, EN 50130-4: 2011+A1: 2014, EN 61000-3-3: 2013+A1: 2019+A2: 2021, EN IEC 61000-3-2: 2019+A1: 2021) |
| Safety | CE LVD (EN 62368-1: 2020+A11: 2020); UL (UL 62368-1, 2nd Ed., Issue Date: 2014-12-01) |
| Environment | CE-ROHS (2011/65/EU;(EU)2015/863) |
| Protection | IP66 (IEC 60529:1989+AMD1:1999+AMD2:2013) |
General
| Power | DC 12 V (±25%), PoE (IEEE 802.3at) |
| Power Consumption | 18 W |
| Power Interface | Ø5.5 mm coaxial power plug |
| Dimensions | 133 mm × 185 mm × 286 mm (Ø5.2" × 7.3" × 11.3") (L × W × H) |
| Weight | 788 g (1.74 lb.) |
| Working Environment | -30 °C to 60 °C (-22 °F to 140 °F), Humidity: ≤ 95% RH (non-condensing) |
| Storage Environment | -40 °C to 70 °C (-40 °F to 158 °F), Humidity: ≤ 95% RH (non-condensing) |
| Surge Protection | 2 KV |
| Reset Button | Support |
| Heater | Support |
| Web Client Language | 22 Languages: Traditional Chinese, English, Simplified Chinese, Polish, German, Russian, French, Korean, Dutch, Czech, Portuguese (Europe), Portuguese (Brazil), Japanese, Thai, Turkish, Spanish (Latin America), Spanish (Europe), Hungarian, Italian, Vietnamese, Arabic, Slovak |
| Configurable P/N | Support |
Dimensions
Engineering drawing reproduced 1:1 from the official datasheet.
unit: mm (in.)
| Dimensions | 133 mm × 185 mm × 286 mm (Ø5.2" × 7.3" × 11.3") (L × W × H) |
| Weight | 788 g (1.74 lb.) |
| Power | DC 12 V (±25%), PoE (IEEE 802.3at) |
| Power Consumption | 18 W |
| Working Environment | -30 °C to 60 °C (-22 °F to 140 °F), Humidity: ≤95% RH (non-condensing) |
| Protection | IP66 · 2 KV surge |
Optional Mounting Accessories
Order together with the camera to save shipping.
TR-JB07-D-INBullet junction box (support wiring from behind)
TR-UP06-B-INBullet pole mounting bracket
TR-CM06-DAlarm ball machine hoisting bracket
TR-UC08-CBullet & dome corner mounting bracket
TR-A01-INNPT 3/4'' waterproof cable gland
TR-UP06-C-INPole mounting bracket for bullet junction box only
2MP Mini PTZ Camera FAQ — IPC6312LFW-AX5C-VG1
How far can the IPC6312LFW-AX5C-VG1 see at night?
It pairs 850 nm IR with a 50 m (164 ft) range for black-and-white night footage, plus a warm light that keeps full color up to 15 m. LightHunter imaging holds color down to 0.002 lux (F1.6, AGC on), so gates and entrances stay identifiable well after dark.
Does it follow people automatically?
Yes. Auto tracking is filtered to human targets only, so the PTZ head follows a person and does not chase passing vehicles. Smart intrusion prevention adds cross-line and intrusion detection with human/vehicle classification and false-alarm filtering, cutting nuisance alerts from headlights, animals and moving branches.
Can it record without an NVR?
Yes. It accepts a MicroSD card up to 512 GB for edge recording, and ANR backfills the recorder after a network outage so footage is not lost. It also supports NAS (NFS) network storage if you prefer recording to a shared drive on site.
How much bandwidth does one camera use?
The main stream is 1080p at up to 30 fps with a 720p sub stream for phones. Bit rate is adjustable from 128 Kbps to 16 Mbps, and Ultra 265 / H.265 with U-code keeps a typical 1080p stream in the low-Mbps range — workable on limited uplinks.
How much area can one unit cover?
The 2.7–13.5 mm lens gives a 106.6° to 31.5° horizontal field of view with 5x optical zoom. You can store 1024 preset positions and run 16 patrol routes of up to 64 presets each, so one camera can sweep a yard, gate and fence line on schedule.
What PoE switch does the IPC6312LFW-AX5C-VG1 need?
A PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at) switch. The camera draws up to 18 W, which is more than the 15.4 W of an 802.3af port. Count 18 W per camera in the switch budget, for example 6 cameras on a 120 W budget. The port is 10/100 Mbps, and each cable should stay within 100 m; DC 12 V is the alternative where there is no PoE+.
Should I use IR or the warm light on the IPC6312LFW-AX5C-VG1 at night?
It depends on what matters most. IR is invisible, reaches 50 m and gives black and white video, good for discreet coverage of a large yard. The warm light reaches 15 m and gives color, so clothing and vehicle colors are recorded, and the visible light also tells people the area is watched. Light control is Auto/Manual, so you can choose per site; keep the color zone within 15 m.
Which smart detection rules does the IPC6312LFW-AX5C-VG1 support?
The specification table lists crossline and intrusion detection with false-alarm filtering and human/vehicle classification, auto tracking that follows humans only, plus motion, tampering and audio detection. Enter-area and leave-area detection appear in the feature summary but not in the specification table, so confirm with us if your project depends on them. It does not list face recognition or plate reading.
Will the IPC6312LFW-AX5C-VG1 work with a Hikvision, Dahua or other non-Uniview NVR?
Usually yes for video and basic PTZ control: it supports ONVIF Profile S, G, T and M plus RTSP. Auto tracking runs inside the camera, so it keeps working whatever recorder you use. Smart events, light control and two-way audio are fully supported on Uniview NVRs and may be limited on other brands; send us your NVR model and we will confirm before you order.
IPC6312LFW-AX5C-VG1 or IPC6215SR-X5PAEW-VG: which mini PTZ should I choose?
For outdoor walls and poles choose the IPC6312LFW-AX5C-VG1: it is IP66, works from -30 °C to 60 °C with a heater, has 50 m IR plus 15 m warm light and human auto tracking. The IPC6215SR-X5PAEW-VG has 5 MP and Wi-Fi but lists no IP rating and works only from -10 °C to 50 °C, so it suits indoor or sheltered spots. Both have a 5× zoom (2.7–13.5 mm) and draw 18 W on PoE+.
Ordering questions — samples, shipping, payment, lead time and genuine stock — are answered once on our FAQ page.
Related Solutions & Products
Solution · Gas Station Security
A filling station: forecourt pumps, canopy, shop counter, tanker unloading bay. A mini PTZ like this one covers the whole forecourt, panning from pump to pump.
Solution · Villa Security
A private villa: gate, driveway, garden, back door. A mini PTZ like this one covers the garden and the back of the house.
IPC6314LWH-AX5C-VG2 · 4MP
Same family, 4MP instead of 2MP — the resolution step that decides your storage bill.
NVR501-04B / NVR501-08B / NVR501-16B · 16ch
This camera has to record somewhere: a 16-channel recorder — the box that matches a site of this size.
Request a quote for this product
An engineer replies within 24 hours on working days with model check, price and lead time. No obligation, no newsletters.
Product: IPC6312LFW-AX5C-VG1
For a fast, exact quote tell us: model or requirement · quantity · destination country / port · EXW or FOB · deadline.