Dahua IPC-HDW5442TM-ASE 4MP WizMind turret camera with Starlight, microphone and intelligent analytics

4MP turret camera for those who want more than ordinary surveillance

IPC-HDW5442TM-ASE is an advanced turret camera in Dahua's WizMind series. It's designed for installations where you want not only a clear image but also features that make it easier to find relevant events and filter out the less important ones.

The camera suits businesses, entrances, courtyards, storage areas, common areas and other places where you want a stable camera with good image quality, clear night performance and several smart analytics features.

Fixed lens

The camera is available with a fixed 2.8 mm, 3.6 mm or 6 mm lens. That means you can choose the field of view that best fits the area you want to monitor. A shorter lens gives a wider overview, while a longer lens gives a more focused view.

This makes the camera flexible, since you can pick the model based on whether you want to monitor a wide driveway, a door, a goods area or a more confined spot further away.

Starlight night view

The camera uses a large, light-sensitive 1/1.8" sensor, which helps you get a clear image in low light. That means you can see more details during times when it's too dark for a standard camera but there's still some ambient light.

This is especially useful at entrances, parking areas, courtyards and other locations where there may be some street or scattered lighting but not enough for a standard camera to perform well.

IR night illumination

The camera has built-in IR lights with a range of up to 50 meters. That lets you monitor the area even when it's completely dark. The IR light is invisible to the human eye but enables the camera to produce a clear black-and-white night image.

That means you'll still get usable footage even if there's no regular lighting in the area at night.

AI Powered Image

Dahua uses AI image processing in this model to continuously adapt the image to the surroundings. This helps the camera bring out more detail and make the picture more usable in changing light conditions.

In practice, this means you get a more stable and more useful image in everyday use, especially in areas where lighting changes throughout the day or where there are challenging contrasts.

Human and vehicle detection

The camera can distinguish between people, vehicles and other motion in the scene. That makes it easier for you to focus on the events that actually matter instead of getting lots of irrelevant alerts.

It's particularly useful outdoors, where standard motion detection often reacts to animals, rain, leaves, shadows or other things you're not interested in.

Perimeter protection

Perimeter protection lets you create rules like line crossing, intrusion, fast movement, parking, loitering and crowd gathering. The camera can also use classification of people and vehicles to make detections more accurate.

This gives you more targeted surveillance so you can keep a closer eye on specific areas like gates, fences, driveways or access routes.

Smart object detection

The camera can also detect abandoned or removed objects. That means you can get notified if an item is left behind or if something disappears from an area you're monitoring.

This can be relevant in reception areas, goods zones, storage areas or other places where detecting changes is important.

SMD 3.0, smart motion detection

SMD 3.0 is Dahua's smart motion detection. The feature analyzes motion in the scene and helps filter out much of the irrelevant activity. That makes it easier to get an events list that's actually useful.

You therefore get a more manageable surveillance feed because the system focuses more on people and vehicles rather than random motion.

Face detection

The camera can detect faces, track them in the frame and save snapshots. That makes it easier to find events where people were close enough to the camera for their faces to be visible.

This is especially useful at entrances, access points, reception areas and other spots where you want clear images of passing people.

Face attributes

When the camera detects a face, it can also extract several visual attributes such as age, gender, glasses, mask, beard and facial expression. This isn't meant to be used for identification alone, but it can make searching and sorting recordings more efficient.

It means you'll have more information tied to the event, which can be helpful when reviewing footage later.

People counting

The camera can count people entering and leaving an area, and it can also monitor how many are present in a zone. That lets you use the camera for more than just surveillance.

It's useful in stores, entrances, common areas or waiting areas where you want an overview of flow, occupancy or dwell time.

Heat map

Heat map shows where most activity occurs in the image over time. It gives a visual overview of which areas people use most and where almost nothing happens.
This can be useful if you want to understand movement patterns in an area or optimize placement of furniture, access paths or cameras.

Video metadata

The camera can record and store extra information about people, vehicles, bicycles and other objects in the scene. This can include colors, type, clothing and other visible characteristics.

It makes searching through recordings more precise and efficient, especially when the camera is used with a compatible Dahua recorder.

Smart sound detection

The camera can react to certain types of sounds, such as screams or the sound of breaking glass. That means surveillance isn't just looking at images but can also respond to audio events in the area.

This can be a big advantage in places where an incident doesn't necessarily start with motion in the image but with a sound you want to detect quickly.

Wide Dynamic Range

The camera has 140 dB WDR, which helps balance very bright and very dark areas in the same image. This is especially important at entrances, glass facades and building fronts where the sun can create strong contrasts.

That means you can more easily see both a person in shadow and the bright background without the image blowing out or becoming too dark.

AI SSA

AI SSA helps the camera automatically adapt the image to the scene. That means the camera continuously assesses the surroundings and adjusts the image so you get a more usable result without having to tweak settings manually.

It's particularly helpful in areas with changing light and different types of subjects throughout the day.

Built-in microphone

The camera has a built-in microphone so you can record audio along with video. That can give you extra context about events, since sound sometimes reveals things not clearly visible in the image alone.

For example, it can capture voices, noises, shouting or other sounds that add context to the recording.

Audio in and out

In addition to the built-in microphone, the camera also has audio in and out. That lets you connect external audio equipment if the installation requires it.
This can be relevant in setups where you want more flexibility with audio than the built-in hardware alone provides.

Alarm in and out

The camera has alarm input and output so it can work together with other equipment. This could be sensors, sirens, relays or other parts of a complete security solution.
It gives you more options if the camera is part of a more advanced installation.

ePoE

The camera supports ePoE, which allows power and data to be carried over longer distances than standard network connections. That can make installation easier and more flexible in larger buildings or outdoor areas.

It's a clear advantage if the camera needs to be mounted far from the network equipment.

SD card recording

The camera supports microSD cards up to 512 GB, so you can store recordings directly on the camera. This can be used as local storage or as extra backup if the connection to the recorder is temporarily lost.

It gives you more flexibility in both small and larger installations.

Cybersecurity

Dahua has built several security features into the camera, including encryption, access control and secure boot. This helps protect the camera and your data from unauthorized access.

It's especially relevant in installations where the camera is part of a network and secure operation is important.

Mounting

The camera can be mounted directly on a wall or ceiling. If there's no space for cables behind the camera, a back box or bracket can make the installation neater and easier.
You can always check the “accessories” tab on the product to find the mounts and fittings that match this model.

Key technical points

• Resolution: 4 MP, 2688 × 1520
• Sensor: 1/1.8" CMOS
• Lens: 2.8 mm, 3.6 mm or 6 mm
• Aperture: F1.6
• Night illumination: IR up to 50 m
• WDR: 140 dB
• SMD 3.0: Yes
• Perimeter protection: Yes
• Face detection: Yes
• People counting: Yes
• Heat map: Yes
• Video metadata: Yes
• Smart sound detection: Yes
• Built-in microphone: Yes
• Audio in and out: Yes
• Alarm in and out: Yes
• Local storage: microSD up to 512 GB
• Power: 12 V DC, PoE or ePoE
• Protection: IP67
• Operating temperature: −40 °C to +60 °C
• Dimensions: 99.1 mm × Ø121.9 mm
• Weight: approx. 500 g