Axis P3288-LVE 8MP Varifocal Outdoor Dome Camera - 02986-001

Axis 02986-001 8MP Varifocal Dome Camera

The Axis 02986-001 is a professional-grade 8 MP dome camera engineered for outdoor surveillance deployments requiring superior image fidelity, advanced analytics, and extreme durability. Designed for security integrators and enterprise IT teams, this camera delivers forensic-quality imaging in challenging environments with intelligent object detection, counting, and behavior analytics built into the edge device.

Key Features

• 8 MP Resolution at 30 fps: Full 8 MP video capture at 30 frames per second with configurable multi-stream support for simultaneous recording and live monitoring at varying resolutions and frame rates
• Forensic WDR and Lightfinder 2.0: Advanced Wide Dynamic Range processing combined with Lightfinder 2.0 technology ensures exceptional detail in high-contrast and low-light outdoor scenes, eliminating glare and shadow washout
• Extended IR Night Vision: Optimized 850nm infrared with Lightfinder integration delivers reliable 24/7 surveillance with 131 ft (40m) range for complete darkness identification and classification
• Varifocal Remote Control Lens: 4.4–14.6 mm motorized varifocal lens with remote zoom and focus adjustment enables post-installation optical tuning without physical repositioning
• IP66/IK10 Rated Enclosure: Weatherproof polycarbonate dome housing rated IP66 (dust and water ingress protection) and IK10 (vandal resistance) ensures reliable operation in harsh outdoor conditions
• PoE+ Powered: 802.3at Type 1 Class 3 Power over Ethernet eliminates separate power infrastructure
• H.265 Video Compression: HEVC codec reduces bandwidth and storage requirements while maintaining forensic image quality

Analytics and Security

• Object classification and counting for traffic, queue, and crowd monitoring
• Advanced behavior detection for intrusion and loitering alerts
• Privacy masking for regulatory compliance
• Acoustic sensors for audio-based threat detection
• Case-open sensor and FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certification for tamper detection and secure encryption
• Axis Edge Vault technology for encrypted credential storage

Integration and Storage

• ONVIF Profile S/T/G compliance for VMS platform interoperability
• Native compatibility with AXIS Camera Station and Milestone XProtect
• MicroSD card slot for local edge storage and failover recording
• Audio input and acoustic sensor support for multi-sensory surveillance

James Everett

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

The 02986-001 represents Axis's commitment to forensic surveillance at the edge. The combination of Forensic WDR and Lightfinder 2.0 is particularly effective in mixed-lighting outdoor scenarios where traditional WDR fails—such as parking lots with directional lighting or building facades with deep shadows. The varifocal lens eliminates the need for camera repositioning during commissioning, reducing installation labor and site disruption.

FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certification and case-open sensing make this camera suitable for high-security applications requiring tamper evidence. H.265 compression is critical for deployments with bandwidth or NVR storage constraints. The IK10 rating and IP66 sealing ensure this camera survives intentional tampering and coastal/industrial environments.

For enterprises deploying object classification and behavior analytics, the on-device processing capability reduces backend compute load and enables real-time local alerting.

Available in White.