4MP Indoor/ Outdoor Varifocal Turret Camera

Why Choose This with Smart Shield Systems

• Dialed framing, remotely: we mount, then zoom/focus from the app to frame faces, doors, and drive lanes precisely.

• Smarter alerts: we enable object-based Video Analytics and, for business sites, BAA (occupancy, people counting, queues, heat maps).

• Right storage mix: we configure cloud clips, Onboard Recording (microSD), and/or Commercial SVR—noting that 4MP recording is CSVR-only.

Key Features

• Motorized varifocal lens: 3.2–9.8 mm, F1.8–F3.3, 116°–34° FOV with remote zoom/focus.

• 4MP WDR/HDR video (4MP recording when using a Commercial SVR).

• IR night vision up to ~95 ft (30 m); 0 lux with IR.

• Video Analytics + Business Activity Analytics (occupancy, people counting, queue monitoring, crowd, heat maps)

• Onboard Recording with Smart View (encrypted microSD timeline you can search by events).

• Power over Ethernet (802.3af) or 12 VDC; IP66 housing.

Product Specifications (At-a-Glance)

• Model: ADC-VC838PF (Pro Series varifocal turret)

• Resolutions: 2688×1520*, 1920×1080, 1280×720, 640×360  *4MP recording supported on Commercial SVR.

• Sensor: 1/2.7″ progressive-scan CMOS.

• Lens / FOV: 3.2–9.8 mm, F1.8–F3.3, 116°–34°.

• IR / Low light: ~95 ft (30 m); 0 lux with IR.

• Network / Power: 10/100 RJ-45; PoE (802.3af) or 12 VDC ±10%.

• Operating range: –22° to 122 °F (–30° to 50 °C); 20–100% RH (non-cond.).

• Dimensions / Weight: 5.4″ Ø × 3.8″ H; 13.3 oz (376.5 g)

• Ingress / Compliance: IP66; FCC, IC, CE Class B, UL. Included: mounting hardware, Torx wrench, water-resistant RJ-45 cap.

Compatibility Notes

• Works in the Alarm.com video ecosystem: cloud clips, Video Analytics/BAA, Onboard Recording (microSD), and Commercial SVR for 24/7 recording (and 4MP capture).

Popular Use Cases

• Driveways & gates: zoom tight on approach lines while analytics watch crossings.

• Retail fronts & lobbies: leverage BAA for occupancy, people counting, and queue monitoring.

• Warehouses & corridors: long IR range and remote focus for clean evidence day/night.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this Wi-Fi or wired?

Wired Ethernet. Use PoE (802.3af) or 12 VDC power; no Wi-Fi radio in this model.

Can it actually record in 4MP?

Yes—the camera supports 4MP, and 4MP recording is enabled when using a Commercial SVR. (Onboard microSD uses supported resolutions listed in Alarm.com docs.)

How far is the night vision?

Infrared illumination reaches about 95 ft (30 m) in darkness; we confirm coverage during placement.

What comes in the box?

Camera, mounting hardware, Torx wrench, and a water-resistant RJ-45 cap for weather-sealing the Ethernet connection.

Ready for zoom-ready, pro-grade coverage?

Smart Shield Systems will mount, aim, and enroll your ADC-VC838PF, tune zoom/focus and analytics, and set up cloud + local/CSVR recording—so you capture exactly what matters, day or night.