Hikvision & Dahua ColorVu Systems
Hikvision & Dahua camera setup, including ColorVu night vision
Two brands that make up most of the CCTV fitted in Pakistan. We stock and install both, explain the real differences, and give you current PKR prices on WhatsApp.
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Hikvision and Dahua are the two names most customers ask for at our Nagina Chowk shop, and for good reason. Spare parts are available, firmware is updated, the mobile apps work well on Pakistani networks, and any technician can service them later.
What customers often do not know is that within each brand there is a big range of quality. A basic 2MP camera and a ColorVu camera can look the same from outside, but at 2 AM one shows a grey blur and the other shows the colour of the car and the shirt. We help you put the right model in the right spot instead of buying the same camera for every point.
What is ColorVu, and do you need it?
ColorVu (Hikvision) and Full-Color (Dahua) cameras use a large aperture lens and a soft white light so the picture stays in colour at night. Normal IR cameras switch to black and white after dark.
Colour matters when you need to describe a person or a vehicle to the police: the colour of a motorbike, a shawl, or a car. We recommend ColorVu at main gates, shop fronts and streets. Inside a room or godown, a standard IR camera is usually enough and costs less.
Why we do not publish a fixed price list
Camera prices in Pakistan move with the dollar rate and import costs, sometimes week to week. A price list on a website is often out of date the day after it is written. Instead, send us your camera count and property type on WhatsApp and we reply with the current price for each model, so you can compare options honestly.
We also explain where you can save money (for example, a 4-channel DVR for 3 cameras) and where saving money costs you later (cheap cable and unbranded power supplies).
Standard IR vs ColorVu at a glance
| Standard IR camera | ColorVu / Full-Color | |
|---|---|---|
| Night picture | Black & white | Full colour |
| Best for | Indoor rooms, godowns, corridors | Gates, shop fronts, streets, parking |
| Light at night | Invisible infrared | Soft white light or high-sensitivity sensor |
| Typical resolution | 2MP – 5MP | 2MP – 8MP |
| Cost | Lower | Higher, worth it at entry points |
FAQ ( 4 )
Hikvision & Dahua ColorVu Systems: common questions
Are your Hikvision and Dahua cameras genuine?
Yes. We install original Hikvision and Dahua products and explain the warranty on each item before you pay. We avoid unbranded cameras because they often fail in summer heat and have no firmware support.
What is the price of a Hikvision camera in Pakistan right now?
Prices change with the dollar rate, so we quote on WhatsApp instead of listing a fixed number. Message 0307-1728299 with the number of cameras and where they will go, and we send current PKR prices for each model.
Hikvision or Dahua, which is better?
Both are reliable. Hikvision's Hik-Connect app is more familiar to most customers, while Dahua often gives good value in its Full-Color range. We recommend based on your site, your budget and which app you prefer, and we do not mix brands within one system unless there is a reason.
Can you add ColorVu cameras to my old DVR?
Often yes, if your DVR supports the camera's resolution and signal type. Send us a photo of the DVR model sticker on WhatsApp and we will check compatibility before you buy anything.