Colour at night
ColorVu 3.0 focuses on low-light colour imaging. Results still depend on the scene, available light and model settings.
Hikvision Buying Guide
Hikvision · buying guide · Australia
Choose Hikvision CCTV with confidence.
Compare Hikvision ColorVu 3.0, Smart Hybrid Light, panoramic cameras and PoE recorders. Start with what you need to see at each location, then choose a compatible system for your Australian property.
Hikvision options, explained.
Start with the job each device needs to do.
Flexible illumination
Smart Hybrid Light offers IR, white light and smart modes on supported models. Choose the lighting behaviour that suits your neighbours and site.
Detection & deterrence
AcuSense classification and Live-Guard warnings serve different purposes. Check which features are present on the exact camera and recorder.
New & noteworthy Hikvision products.
Selected from our current online catalogue. Open a product for exact specifications, available options and today’s price.
G3 8MP hybrid-light turret
ColorVu 3.0 · AcuSense
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G3 180° panoramic turret
8MP · ColorVu 3.0 · Live-Guard
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6MP Live-Guard kit
Two turret cameras · PoE NVR options
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8MP Live-Guard bullet kit
Two cameras · PoE NVR options
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DS-7608NI-M2/8P NVR
Eight channels · eight PoE ports
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Keypad video intercom kit
Door access · PIN & app options
View options & current price →Make the right trade-offs.
6MP or 8MP?
Choose for the required detail and viewing distance. Also compare lens angle, sensor, lighting and storage requirements.
G2 or G3?
Compare exact models rather than the generation name alone. Newer G3 options include ColorVu 3.0; existing G2 models can still suit particular budgets and scenes.
Standard or 180° view?
Panoramic cameras suit wide fronts and open spaces. A narrower dedicated camera may be better for an entrance or identification point.
Plan a complete Hikvision system.
NVR capability
Check channel count, incoming bandwidth, supported recording resolution and analytics—not just the headline output resolution.
Storage & retention
Choose surveillance-rated drives supported by the NVR and calculate the recording capacity you need.
Power & installation
Confirm PoE requirements, compatible mounts, cable routes and outdoor connections before buying.
Intercoms & alarms
Plan IP or two-wire intercom wiring and any alarm system separately. Confirm lock power and supported integrations.
Hikvision buying questions.
Does ColorVu always need a white light?
Lighting behaviour depends on the model and mode. Supported Smart Hybrid Light cameras can use IR, white light or smart operation. Check suitability for the actual night-time scene.
Do all G3 models have two-way audio?
No blanket assumption should be made from “G3”. Check the full model number and suffix for microphone, speaker, strobe and audio-warning features.
Will an older Hikvision NVR support a newer camera?
Basic recording and advanced analytics have different requirements. Confirm resolution, bandwidth, codec and firmware compatibility before expanding.
Can CCTV Guru help choose a kit?
Use the Hikvision CCTV builder or request a quote with your camera positions, recording needs and preferred features.
Let’s check the details together.
Send your camera positions, required features and recording needs. CCTV Guru can help confirm the equipment and compatibility for your project.
Updated 20 October 2026. Model specifications, compatibility and availability should be confirmed before ordering. Manufacturer reference: Hikvision Smart Hybrid Light overview.