
Video Security · CM42
CM42 Indoor Mini Dome Camera
The **Verkada CM42** is an indoor mini dome camera that provides reliable 5MP coverage in a compact form factor suited for discreet deployments and small spaces such as IT closets and hallway alcoves.
SKU CM42-256-HW
Total MSRP$1,558
Hardware $899 + 3-year cloud license $659
Retention
Onboard storage — no NVR or extra recorder required.
Cloud license term
Hardware$899
Software · 3-yr cloud license$659
Total MSRP$1,558
10-Year Hardware Warranty on this Verkada camera
Authorized Verkada reseller · cloud licensing configured at checkout
Overview
The Verkada CM42 is an indoor mini dome camera that provides reliable 5MP coverage in a compact form factor suited for discreet deployments and small spaces such as IT closets and hallway alcoves.
- 1/2.8" progressive CMOS image sensor at 5MP resolution (2592 x 1944)
- 20 meters / 66 feet of IR range for well-defined nighttime viewing
- Onboard CV25S Ambarella processor enables people and vehicle analytics, AI-powered search, and AI-powered alerts
- 30 - 365 days (256GB - 2TB) of onboard storage with redundant cloud backup and unlimited cloud-based archiving
- IK08 impact rating for a durable, tamper-resistant design, with included mount plate for wall or ceiling mounting
- Powered over IEEE 802.3af Type 1 PoE; includes built-in microphone and digital mute switch
- Backed by a 10-year warranty
Specifications
- Image sensor
- 1 / 2.8" Progressive CMOS
- Sensor resolution
- 5MP (2592 x 1944)
- Lens type
- Fixed
- Focal length
- 2.8mm
- Aperture
- F1.6
- Field of view (after LDC)
- Horizontal: 95° (79°), Vertical: 69° (62°), Diagonal: 130° (96°)
- Sensor movement
- Tilt: 60°, Pan: 350°, Rotation: 180°
- Day/night
- IR-cut filter for day and night function
- IR range
- 20m / 66ft
- Minimum illumination
- 0.009 lux @ F1.9 (Color); 0 lux with IR Illuminators on
- Onboard storage
- Capacity: From 256GB to 2TB; Card: MicroSD, SDXC
- CPU
- Ambarella CV25S88
- Compression
- H.265, H.264
- Frame rate
- 24fps
- WDR technology
- 104 dB dynamic range, true WDR, dual exposure
- Audio
- Built-in microphone; one-way audio; effective range 5m / 15ft
- Power input
- With IR: IEEE 802.3af Type 1 PoE; Without IR: IEEE 802.3af Type 1 PoE
- Power consumption
- With IR: 37-57V, 0.17-0.11A, 6.1W; Without IR: 37-57V, 0.09-0.06A, 3.2W
- Connectivity
- RJ-45 cable connector for network/PoE connection; 10 / 100 / 1000 Mbps
- Operating temperature
- -10°C to 50°C / 14°F to 122°F
- Humidity
- 0 to 90%
- Certifications
- FCC, ICES, CE, UKCA, RCM, VCCI, KCC, BIS, NOM, MoE, NRKZI, EN 50155, UL/cUL/IEC 62368-1, IK08 impact rating, FY2019 NDAA compliant
- Weight
- Camera: 290g / 10.23oz; Mount plate: 98g / 3.46oz
- Dimensions
- Ø: 124.5mm / 4.90in, H: 71.5mm / 2.81in
- Body
- Aluminum, plastic dome trim



