Verkada dome camera, indoor fixed-lens unit with white housing
Image: Verkada
Brand:
Verkada
Category:
Cameras
Compliance:
TAA Compliant, FIPS Validated

Camera Specifications

Image sensor
1/2.8" progressive CMOS (p. 2)
Max resolution & frame rate
5MP (2688 × 1944) @ 24fps (p. 2)
Lens type & focal length
Varifocal; motorized zoom, 2.8–8mm (F1.3–F2.4) (p. 2)
Field of view
H 109°–39° (91°–36°) / V 80°–29° (71°–28°) / D 140°–48° (107°–44°) (p. 2)
IR range
30m / 98ft (p. 2)
Audio
Supported (built-in mic, one-way audio, 16ft / 5m range) (p. 2)
IP rating
IP66/67 weather rating (p. 1)
IK rating
IK10 impact rating (p. 1)
Operating temperature
-40°F to 122°F / -40°C to 50°C (p. 3)
Power
With IR: IEEE 802.3at Type 2 PoE+ (16.8W); Without IR: IEEE 802.3af Type 1 PoE (8.5W); Extended temp: IEEE 802.3at Type 2 PoE+ (20.2W) (p. 2)

Source: Verkada CD53-E datasheet, page 2. Confirmed 2026-09-10.

VerkadaCamerasTAA CompliantFIPS Validated

Verkada CD53-E Outdoor Dome Camera

Verkada CD53-E Outdoor Dome Camera, available with 10 configurations through HTS.

Pairs with

Camera mount or accessory

Add catalog-listed mounting hardware or accessories for the camera installation.

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Camera license

Add a cloud license to extend retention and unlock AI features.

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Network switch port

Pair with a PoE switch port to power and network the camera.

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HTS Sentinel

Add 24/7 camera health monitoring. We page before your customer notices.

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HTS install + config

Pro install and config. One number, one agreement.

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Select Configuration (10 available)

SKU
CD53-1TBE-HW
MSRP$3,899.00
Our price$3,704.05
Save $194.95(5% off)

More than a box on a truck.

  • Pre-configured before it shipsPre-configured to your network spec before it ships — VLANs, PoE budgets, firmware set, not left to you to sort out.
  • One support line, end to endOne support line, not a manufacturer RMA queue — the team that configures it is the team you call.
  • Professional installation availableProfessional installation and site turn-up available from the HTS field team.
  • One vendor across your networkOne vendor, one invoice, one point of accountability across your whole network.
Add to quote workspaceVolume pricing, deployment services, and verified availability confirmed upon request.

Government & Procurement Compliance

TAA CompliantFIPS Validated
Trade Agreements Act (TAA)
Compliant (19 U.S.C. §§ 2501–2581 / FAR 52.225-5) — verified eligible for GSA Schedule, SEWP, and federal/SLED acquisitions.
FIPS Validation
FIPS 140 cryptographic module security standard for secure federal and institutional installations.
Procurement Programs
GSA Schedule · NASA SEWP · State & Local Contracts · E-Rate Eligible

Specifications

Resolution5MP
EnvironmentOutdoor
LensZoom
Storage options1TB, 256GB, 2TB, 512GB, 768GB
Onboard retention120 days, 30 days, 365 days, 60 days, 90 days
ComplianceFIPS validated, TAA Compliant available
CD52 dome referenceThe official Dome Series datasheet documents a 5MP CD52 dome with a motorized varifocal lens
Dome storageThe Dome Series datasheet lists onboard storage from 256GB to 2TB; exact retention depends on the selected model and motion
Dome powerThe Dome Series datasheet documents RJ-45 network/PoE connectivity and IEEE 802.3af Type 1 PoE

Technical Documentation & Downloads

Official manufacturer technical specifications, installation manuals, and submittal spec sheets.

PDF

Verkada CD53-E Outdoor Dome Camera Datasheet

Next-gen outdoor dome specifications, IP66/IP67 weatherproofing, and cold-start tolerances.

Official Datasheet231 KB
PDF

Verkada CD63-E Outdoor Dome Installation Guide

Next-generation outdoor dome installation, high-resolution optical positioning, and weatherproofing.

Installation Guide8.9 MB
HTS

Verkada CD53-E Outdoor Dome Camera Technical Spec Sheet

Printable specification sheet formatted for submittal packages, compliance verification, and architectural review.

Interactive Spec SheetWeb / Print

Available Configurations (10)

SKUConfigurationRetentionPriceAction
CD53-1TBE-HW1TB120 days$3,704.05Get quote
CD53-1TBE-HW-F1TB120 days$3,989.05Get quote
CD53-256E-HW256GB30 days$1,709.05Get quote
CD53-256E-HW-F256GB30 days$1,994.05Get quote
CD53-2TBE-HW2TB365 days$5,794.05Get quote
CD53-2TBE-HW-F2TB365 days$6,079.05Get quote
CD53-512E-HW512GB60 days$2,374.05Get quote
CD53-512E-HW-F512GB60 days$2,659.05Get quote
CD53-768E-HW768GB90 days$3,039.05Get quote
CD53-768E-HW-F768GB90 days$3,324.05Get quote

Documentation & Resources