Dahua
TPC-BF5421-T
Bullet Camera · 0.3MP (640×512)
- • 30° HFOV at 13mm
- • 400 m effective range
- • 50 m IR illumination
Side-by-side comparison · within brand
Dahua TPC-BF5421-T vs Dahua TPC-BF5421P-T
Spec-by-spec comparison of two bullet camera models, with EN 62676-4 lens math and design recommendations.
Dahua
TPC-BF5421P-T
Bullet Camera · 0.3MP (640×512)
- • 30° HFOV at 13mm
- • 400 m effective range
- • 50 m IR illumination
Specification side-by-side
| Dahua TPC-BF5421-T | Dahua TPC-BF5421P-T | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dahua | Dahua |
| Form factor | Bullet Camera | Bullet Camera |
| Resolution | 0.3MP (640×512) | 0.3MP (640×512) |
| Focal length | 13mm | 13mm |
| Horizontal FOV | 30° | 30° |
| Effective range | 400 m | 400 m |
| IR distance | 50 m | 50 m |
| Low-light / ColorVu | Standard | Standard |
Verdict
Both cameras offer comparable specs on paper. The choice typically comes down to vendor lock-in, NDAA compliance and existing VMS integrations rather than raw imaging numbers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dahua TPC-BF5421-T better than Dahua TPC-BF5421P-T?
Both cameras offer comparable specs on paper. The choice typically comes down to vendor lock-in, NDAA compliance and existing VMS integrations rather than raw imaging numbers. 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 TPC-BF5421-T vs Dahua TPC-BF5421P-T?
Dahua TPC-BF5421-T has a 30° horizontal FOV at 13mm. Dahua TPC-BF5421P-T has a 30° horizontal FOV at 13mm. Both cover the same angular scene; the FOV calculator on CCTVplanner converts these into linear meters of coverage at any chosen target distance.
Which camera has stronger IR illumination?
Dahua TPC-BF5421P-T reaches 50 m of IR illumination versus 50 m for Dahua TPC-BF5421-T. 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.
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