Zebra DS4678 vs Zebra DS8178-HC
Side-by-side comparison of barcode scanners specs, hardware, and features to help you pick the right one for your use case.
Megapixel sensor with PRZM Intelligent Imaging, reads damaged and screen barcodes, over 50,000 scans per charge.
Purpose-built for healthcare environments and clinician workflows. Features two interchangeable power options (battery or capacitor) swappable at any time. Healthcare White antimicrobial housing with unparalleled barcode reading performance, keeping clinicians focused on patient care.
Which one should you pick?
Both Zebra DS4678 and Zebra DS8178-HC are proven barcode scanners options sold through JUNJI as an authorized distributor. Zebra DS4678 suits users who prioritize enterprise reliability and global service network. Zebra DS8178-HC is a better fit for large-scale deployments needing vendor parity. Request a quote and we'll match you to the exact configuration for your workflow.
Full spec comparison
| Specification | Zebra DS4678 | Zebra DS8178-HC |
|---|---|---|
| Scan Type | Premium 2D 區域影像 — PRZM Intelligent Imaging | 高效能 2D 面陣影像器 — DS8178-HC healthcare cordless |
| Image Sensor | 1280 × 960 像素 mega-pixel | 1280 × 960 像素 (mega-pixel) |
| Resolution | 最小 1D Code 39 3 mil | 最小 1D Code 39 3 mil; 最小印刷對比 16% |
| Field of View | 水平 48° / 垂直 36.7° | 水平 48° / 垂直 37° (nominal) |
| Supported Symbologies | 1D / 2D / PDF417 / DataMatrix / QR / Aztec / Postal / OCR | 1D / 2D / PDF417 / DataMatrix / QR / Aztec / GS1 DataBar / Composite |
| Working Range | 5 mil C128: 25–203 mm; 13 mil UPC: 0–648 mm; 20 mil C39: 0–838 mm | 3 mil C39: 56–127 mm; 5 mil C128: 41–213 mm; 13 mil UPC: 0–610 mm; 10 mil DM: 28–251 mm; 20 mil QR: 3–447 mm |
| Host Interface | USB / RS-232 / Keyboard Wedge / IBM RS-485 | USB Certified / RS-232 / Keyboard Wedge / IBM TGCS 46XX RS-485 |
| IP Rating | IP52 | IP52 |
| Drop Spec | 1.8 m (6 ft) 跌落水泥地 | 1.8 m (6 ft) 多次跌落水泥地 |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C 至 50°C | 0°C 至 50°C |
| Weight | 156 g (有線款) | 235 g (8.3 oz) 無線款 |
| Dimensions | 170 × 71 × 100 mm | 168 × 66 × 107 mm (6.6 × 2.6 × 4.2 in) |
| Battery | PowerPrecision 2400 mAh,50,000+ scans/charge | PowerPrecision+ 2500 mAh Li-ion (65,000 次掃描) 或 PowerCap 440F 電容版 (2,000 次) |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 4.0 LE; Class 1: 100 m (330 ft); Class 2: 10 m (33 ft) |
| Humidity | — | 5%–95% RH 非冷凝 |
| Healthcare Certification | — | 醫療級防消毒外殼 (Disinfectant-ready),適合醫療院所頻繁清潔 |
Differences highlighted. Data source: JUNJI product catalog (16 spec rows compared).