VERKADA HARDWARE Verkada CF83-E Network Fisheye Surveillance Camera, Outdoor, 12.5 MP, 3520×2640, Fixed Iris & Focus, Audio, GbE, H.265/H.264, PoE+ with 90-day Onboard Storage

The VERKADA CF83-E Network Fisheye Surveillance Camera is an outdoor-ready 12.5 MP panoramic camera designed for continuous wide-area monitoring. With a 3520×2640 sensor and a fixed fisheye optic, the unit provides a 180° field of view suitable for perimeter, parking, and public-space surveillance. The camera supports H.265/H.264 video compression, Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with PoE+ power, integrated audio, and built-in impact resistance and day/night color imaging. Onboard retention is included for 90 days, allowing local storage of recorded footage without immediate cloud dependency.

Advantages

The CF83-E combines high-resolution panoramic capture with a robust outdoor enclosure and simplified network integration. Its 12.5 MP sensor and fisheye lens deliver a wide, detailed scene in a single view while H.265 compression reduces bandwidth and storage demands. PoE+ support simplifies installation by allowing power and data over a single Ethernet cable. Integrated audio and 90-day onboard storage provide additional context and local redundancy for recorded events.

Suitable for

• Perimeter and fence-line monitoring where a wide field of view is required
• Parking areas and large outdoor public spaces that benefit from panoramic coverage
• Retail exteriors, campuses, and transit hubs needing continuous outdoor surveillance

When it may not be suitable

The CF83-E uses a fixed iris and fixed-focus fisheye optic, so it is not intended for applications that require variable zoom or precise optical adjustment at distance. Scenes requiring high-magnification identification of distant small objects may need a PTZ or varifocal camera instead.

Key specifications

• Image sensor resolution: 12.5 megapixels (3520×2640)
• Lens type: Fisheye, fixed focal length, fixed iris
• Field of view: 180° panoramic coverage
• Video codecs: H.265 and H.264
• Network: Gigabit Ethernet (GbE)
• Power: PoE+ (Power over Ethernet Plus)
• Audio: Integrated microphone and audio support
• Storage: 90 days onboard local retention
• Environmental: Outdoor-rated enclosure with impact resistance and day/night color imaging

How to use

Install the CF83-E on a secure mounting surface with a suitable viewing angle to maximize its 180° coverage. Connect a single Cat5e/Cat6 cable to provide both network connectivity and PoE+ power from a compatible switch or injector. Configure network settings and recording preferences using Verkada’s management interface or compatible network video management tools; enable H.265 encoding to optimize storage and bandwidth usage. Use the onboard 90-day retention as local redundancy; export or archive footage as required for long-term storage or evidence handling.

What to consider before purchase

• Fixed fisheye optic: no optical zoom or adjustable focus
• PoE+ requirement: ensure network switch or injector can supply PoE+ power
• Field of view suitability: panoramic coverage may require dewarping for single-scene details
• Onboard retention length: 90 days provided; assess long-term storage needs separately

Usage recommendations

Mount the camera at a height and angle that minimize occlusions and make full use of the 180° fisheye view; enable H.265 and adjust bitrate limits to balance image quality and network load. For forensic detail in specific zones, consider pairing the CF83-E with a complementary varifocal or PTZ camera to provide both wide-area coverage and zoomed-in inspection when needed.