2N IP Vario F2135-RE 2MP Fisheye Sensor - 02641-001

2N 02641-001 F2135-RE 2MP Fisheye Sensor 2nd Generation

The 2N 02641-001 is a modular fisheye sensor unit purpose-built for environments where you need complete 360° situational awareness without coverage gaps. This second-generation sensor delivers 1920×1080 (2MP) HDTV video at 60 fps, with the ability to shift to 720p at 180 fps when you need faster motion capture instead of maximum detail. It mounts via M12 connector to 2N IP camera main units and SMA-FAKRA cable systems, making it a flexible option for integrators working with modular surveillance platforms.

The 185° horizontal and 97° vertical field of view delivers comprehensive coverage from a single vantage point—particularly valuable in vehicle cabins, machinery enclosures, warehouse corners, and retail environments where installing multiple conventional cameras would be impractical or cost-prohibitive. Unlike fixed single-angle lenses, fisheye geometry eliminates blind spots while keeping installation points minimal.

Key Features

• 2MP CMOS Sensor (1920×1080 max): Captures HDTV 1080p detail at 60 fps for forensic-quality footage, or switches to 720p at 180 fps when motion tracking across fast scenes matters more than pixel density. Gives you flexibility to balance storage load against situational awareness needs.
• 360° Fisheye Lens with 185° horizontal/97° vertical FOV: Eliminates the multi-camera sprawl you'd otherwise need for corner or enclosed-space coverage. One mounting point replaces three conventional fixed cameras in many retail and industrial layouts.
• Lightfinder + Forensic WDR Technology: Operates at 0.1 lux minimum illumination and handles mixed lighting (bright sun + deep shadow in the same frame) without losing detail in either zone. Critical for outdoor perimeters, vehicle interiors, and warehouse loading docks where WDR-only sensors struggle.
• IP66 Weatherproof Rating: Direct rain and dust spray won't compromise the optics or electronics. Not submersion-rated, but adequate for exposed outdoor mounting, heated/cooled enclosures, and industrial environments with washdown cycles. Skip this if you need full tank/fountain protection (IP67 or higher).
• PoE Powered (1.0W average, 4.0W max): Draws minimal current via standard 802.3af PoE—won't stress your switch's power budget or require separate injection. Simplifies remote installations where running 24VDC or AC power isn't practical.
• -40° to 60°C Operating Range: Survives unheated warehouses, outdoor cabinets, and vehicles in extreme climates without thermal shutdown. Far wider than consumer/retail-grade sensors, which typically max out at 50°C.
• 1.98mm Focal Length, f/2.0 Aperture: Compact optics deliver the extreme FOV without requiring large front element. M12 lens mount enables future swaps if your integration path changes.
• Modular Axis Integration: Compatible with Axis second-generation main units and SMA-FAKRA connectors. If you're already deployed on Axis modular platforms, this sensor plugs directly into your existing cable and power infrastructure.

Integration & Compatibility

The 02641-001 is engineered as a sensor module, not a standalone camera. Integration requires a compatible Axis main unit and a video management system (VMS) that supports outdoor IP cameras and fisheye dewarping. The sensor outputs standard ONVIF-compliant video streams, so migration between VMS platforms (Milestone, Genetec, etc.) is straightforward if your Axis main unit supports it.

Fisheye distortion is a deliberate tradeoff for coverage. If you need identification-grade facial or license-plate detail, fisheye geometry will blur edges and reduce usable resolution outside the image center. For situational awareness, inventory tracking, and perimeter monitoring, the tradeoff is worthwhile. For forensic identification, consider pairing this sensor with a higher-resolution fixed-lens camera in the same scene.

Temperature tolerance and PoE efficiency make this sensor suitable for PoE-powered remote deployments where you want to minimize infrastructure but maximize environmental robustness.

Ideal Deployment Scenarios

• Vehicle and machinery cabin monitoring (buses, trucks, forklifts, excavators)
• Warehouse corners, loading docks, and inventory aisles
• Retail anti-theft and inventory tracking in compact spaces
• Transportation hub perimeters and unattended facilities
• Industrial sites with temperature extremes and washdown environments
• Crowd monitoring in public venues where dense coverage from few angles is needed

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the 2N 02641-001 work as a standalone camera?

A: No. The 02641-001 is a sensor module; it requires a compatible Axis main unit, cable, and video management system to function. It is not a complete camera.

Q: What VMS platforms support the 02641-001?

A: Any VMS that supports ONVIF-compliant Axis cameras can ingest the video stream. Common platforms include Axis Camera Station, Milestone XProtect, Genetec Security Center, and others. Confirm that your chosen VMS supports fisheye dewarping if you need to correct the lens distortion for analysis.

Q: Can the 02641-001 survive submersion or high-pressure washdown?

A: The IP66 rating covers dust and rain spray but not full submersion. If your site requires tank-submersion or high-pressure washdown (>100 bar), specify IP67 or higher. IP66 is adequate for outdoor mounted enclosures and vehicles.

Q: What is the difference between 1080p at 60 fps and 720p at 180 fps on the 02641-001?

A: 1080p at 60 fps gives you maximum pixel detail per frame, suitable for forensic review and low-motion scenes. 720p at 180 fps trades resolution for temporal smoothness, ideal for tracking fast motion (vehicle interiors, machinery) and reducing motion blur. Your VMS can often switch modes dynamically based on scene activity.

Q: Is the 02641-001 affected by bright sunlight or mixed lighting?

A: The Forensic WDR and Lightfinder technology handle both extreme low light (0.1 lux) and harsh backlighting (sun glare against shadow). Mixed-lighting scenes like outdoor perimeters and vehicle doors are a primary strength. That said, direct IR flare or intense reflection may still impact edge zones due to the ultra-wide FOV—test in your specific deployment.

Q: Does the 02641-001 include analytics or people-counting capability?

A: The sensor itself does not include on-board analytics. Depending on your Axis main unit and VMS, you may be able to deploy edge analytics or server-side motion detection, but that is handled by the broader system, not the sensor module alone.

Marty Allison

Perspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.

The 2N 02641-001 represents a mature, pragmatic solution for integrators who need wide-area coverage without blind spots and are willing to trade some resolution for geometry. The combination of Lightfinder and Forensic WDR is genuinely valuable in mixed-lighting scenes—the classic scenario is a vehicle interior or outdoor dock where bright sun floods one half while deep shadow occupies the other. Most single-WDR sensors will blow out the highlights or crush the shadows; this unit holds both.

Technical Highlights:

• Lightfinder at 0.1 lux minimum illumination: Delivers usable video in near-darkness—critical for unlit warehouses, vehicle cabins, and nighttime outdoor perimeters. Most conventional 2MP sensors require 1+ lux and lose detail rapidly below that threshold.
• Frame rate flexibility (60 fps @ 1080p, 180 fps @ 720p): Allows you to balance forensic detail against motion tracking. In a busy warehouse loading dock, you might run 720p/180 fps to catch fast forklift movement; at night, drop to 1080p/60 fps to maximize pixel information in low light.
• -40° to 60°C operating window: This is notably wider than retail-grade surveillance sensors (typically 0° to 45°C). Unheated warehouses, outdoor cabinet deployments, and vehicles parked in winter climates will tolerate temperature swings that would thermal-throttle lesser hardware.
• PoE draw: 1W average, 4W peak: Minimal power consumption simplifies remote cabinet sizing and avoids power-budget conflicts on multi-camera switches. Standard 802.3af PoE (15.4W per port) easily handles multiple 02641-001 units.

Deployment Considerations:

• Fisheye distortion requires VMS dewarping: The 360° coverage comes at the cost of barrel distortion, especially at image edges. If your VMS doesn't support fisheye dewarping or if you need identification-grade facial/plate detail, this sensor will disappoint. Use it for situational awareness, inventory counting, and perimeter monitoring—not for forensic facial recognition.
• Modular integration dependency: The 02641-001 is not a standalone camera. You must provision an Axis main unit and compatible cabling. If you're not already on the Axis modular ecosystem, the upfront integration cost may offset the sensor's attractiveness for a single-site deployment.
• IP66 does not guarantee washdown survival: While rain and dust spray are no problem, high-pressure washdown (>80 bar) and submersion are not covered. Confirm your washdown pressure before specifying this sensor in food processing or chemical facilities.

The 02641-001 is the right choice for vehicle and machinery cabin surveillance, warehouse perimeter corners, and retail inventory tracking where you want to eliminate multi-camera sprawl and operate reliably in extreme cold or unheated spaces. If you're on an Axis modular platform and need wide FOV from a low-power, low-maintenance module, this is a solid integration path. For identification-grade surveillance or standalone deployments outside the Axis ecosystem, evaluate higher-resolution fixed-lens alternatives.