Network Bullet Camera VERKADA HARDWARE CB52-E — 5 MP (2688×1944), color day/night, PoE, H.264/H.265, LAN 10/100, vandal- and weather-resistant, 30-day onboard storage

VERKADA HARDWARE CB52-E is a vandal- and weather-resistant outdoor network bullet camera with 5 MP resolution (2688×1944) and color day/night imaging. The camera supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) and 10/100 LAN connectivity, and records using H.264 and H.265 compression. Multiple focal length options and integrated onboard storage for 30 days make the CB52-E suitable for continuous perimeter and site surveillance while meeting TAA compliance requirements.

Advantages

The CB52-E combines a 5 MP sensor with color day/night capability to deliver detailed images in varied lighting conditions. Built to withstand vandalism and harsh weather, the camera supports reliable outdoor operation. PoE simplifies installation by carrying power and data over a single cable, while H.264/H.265 compression reduces bandwidth and storage demands. Onboard 30-day storage provides local retention that complements network-based recording strategies.

Suitable for

• Perimeter and fence-line surveillance for commercial and industrial sites
• Outdoor entrances and building facades requiring vandal-resistant cameras
• Parking areas and loading zones where long-term local retention is useful
• Remote locations with limited network bandwidth thanks to efficient H.265 encoding

When it may not be suitable

The CB52-E is designed for outdoor and perimeter use and may be more than required for simple indoor monitoring in small offices or homes where lower-resolution, indoor-focused cameras would suffice. If a site requires ultra-wide-angle coverage or extremely long-range optical zoom beyond the supported focal options, a different model with specialized optics may be more appropriate.

Key specifications

• Image sensor and resolution: 5 MP, 2688×1944
• Imaging mode: color day/night
• Video compression: H.264 and H.265
• Network: 10/100 LAN
• Power: Power over Ethernet (PoE)
• Environmental protection: vandal-resistant and weather-resistant housing
• Onboard storage: 30 days of local retention (integrated storage)

How to use

Mount the CB52-E at the desired outdoor location using appropriate mounting hardware and ensure the camera housing faces the monitoring area. Connect the camera to a PoE-enabled switch or injector to provide power and network connectivity over a single Ethernet cable. Configure network settings and video parameters through the supported management interface, selecting H.264 or H.265 encoding according to bandwidth and storage priorities. Use the camera's focal length option that matches the coverage and detail needed for the scene. Periodically check the housing seals and mounting points to maintain weather and vandal protection.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm required focal length option matches the intended field of view and identification distance
• Ensure site PoE infrastructure or compatible injectors/switches are available
• Verify that 30 days of onboard storage meets your retention policies or if additional network storage is needed
• Check mounting location for suitable protection and angle to benefit from the camera's vandal- and weather-resistant design

Usage recommendations

Position the camera to minimise glare and direct exposure to strong artificial light; choose H.265 encoding for bandwidth-sensitive installations and retain periodic network backups of critical footage in addition to the onboard 30-day storage.