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    Dahua SDT3E410-8P-MB-A-PV1 vs Dahua SD6AL845XA-HNR-IR

    Spec-by-spec comparison of two ptz camera models, with EN 62676-4 lens math and design recommendations.

    Specification side-by-side

    Dahua SDT3E410-8P-MB-A-PV1Dahua SD6AL845XA-HNR-IR
    ManufacturerDahuaDahua
    Form factorPTZ CameraPTZ Camera
    Resolution8.2MP (5376×1520)8.3MP (3840×2160)
    Focal length4-40mm3.95-177.7mm
    Horizontal FOV180°70°
    Effective range500 m300 m
    IR distance70 m500 m
    Low-light / ColorVuYesYes

    Verdict

    Dahua SD6AL845XA-HNR-IR captures more pixel detail (8.3 MP vs 8.2 MP), useful for license-plate or face identification at distance. Dahua SDT3E410-8P-MB-A-PV1 reaches further (500 m vs 300 m) — better for perimeter and parking-lot wide shots. Dahua SD6AL845XA-HNR-IR has stronger IR illumination (500 m vs 70 m) — better for unlit corridors and night perimeter.

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Dahua SDT3E410-8P-MB-A-PV1 better than Dahua SD6AL845XA-HNR-IR?

    Dahua SD6AL845XA-HNR-IR captures more pixel detail (8.3 MP vs 8.2 MP), useful for license-plate or face identification at distance. Dahua SDT3E410-8P-MB-A-PV1 reaches further (500 m vs 300 m) — better for perimeter and parking-lot wide shots. Dahua SD6AL845XA-HNR-IR has stronger IR illumination (500 m vs 70 m) — better for unlit corridors and night perimeter. For installation-specific advice — mounting height, tilt, obstacle shadowing, BOM and PoE budget — drop both cameras into CCTVplanner and the FOV cones, DORI rings (per EN 62676-4) and cable schedule render in real time on a satellite map or imported floor plan.

    What is the field of view of Dahua SDT3E410-8P-MB-A-PV1 vs Dahua SD6AL845XA-HNR-IR?

    Dahua SDT3E410-8P-MB-A-PV1 has a 180° horizontal FOV at 4-40mm. Dahua SD6AL845XA-HNR-IR has a 70° horizontal FOV at 3.95-177.7mm. Dahua covers a wider scene at the same distance; the FOV calculator on CCTVplanner converts these into linear meters of coverage at any chosen target distance.

    Which camera has stronger IR illumination?

    Dahua SD6AL845XA-HNR-IR reaches 500 m of IR illumination versus 70 m for Dahua SDT3E410-8P-MB-A-PV1. The further-reaching IR camera is the better fit for unlit yards, parking perimeters and warehouses without permanent lighting.

    Can I plan a project mixing Dahua and Dahua cameras?

    Yes. CCTVplanner is multi-vendor by design — drop Dahua and Dahua cameras on the same canvas, share the same EN 62676-4 lens math and DORI ring overlays, and consolidate them into one BOM with cable schedule and PoE budget. Vendor design tools (Axis Site Designer, Hikvision HiTools, Dahua Project Design Tool, i-PRO SDT) cannot do this because each speaks only its own catalog.

    Test both cameras in your project

    Drop Dahua SDT3E410-8P-MB-A-PV1 and Dahua SD6AL845XA-HNR-IR on a real satellite map or imported floor plan. See live FOV cones, DORI rings, BOM and cable schedule in seconds.

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