Axis Q8752-E MkII Thermal PTZ Camera 1080p 2MP

The Axis Q8752-E MkII is a dual-sensor bispectral PTZ camera engineered for perimeter defense and critical infrastructure surveillance. Combining a 640x480 thermal sensor at 8.3 fps with a 1080p (2 MP) visual channel, this camera delivers simultaneous thermal detection and forensic-quality color verification without sensor switching. Built on the AXIS ARTPEC7 platform with IP66/NEMA 4X weatherproofing and column-mount design, the Q8752-E MkII performs reliably across extreme temperatures (-40° to 65°C) and challenging lighting conditions where both day and night visibility are mission-critical.

Key Features

Dual thermal (640x480 @ 8.3 fps) and 1080p visual sensors for simultaneous detection and verification

35-105 mm thermal zoom lens with 32x optical zoom on visual channel for extended-range identification

360° infinite pan with responsive absolute positioning and high-speed tilt

Forensic WDR up to 120 dB and Lightfinder 2.0 thermal technology for extreme contrast recovery

Electronic image stabilization on both thermal and visual channels

H.265/H.264 compression for efficient bandwidth and storage utilization

IP66 and NEMA 4X rated for harsh outdoor and coastal environments

PoE power delivery for simplified installation

Technical Specifications

Sensors: Dual bispectral — thermal and 2 MP (1920×1080) visual

Lens: 35-105 mm varifocal thermal with 32x optical zoom visual

Video Compression: H.265, H.264

Analytics: Perimeter Defender, VMD (motion detection)

Night Vision: Thermal with day/night automatic shift

WDR: Forensic WDR to 120 dB

Connectivity: Ethernet with PoE, microSD local storage support

Security: TPM module, Axis Secure Boot, signed firmware, HTTPS encryption

VMS Compatibility: ONVIF Profiles G, M, S, T; AXIS Camera Station Edge/Pro/5; third-party ONVIF systems

Operating Temperature: -40° to 65°C

IP Rating: IP66, NEMA 4X

Dimensions: 9.61" W × 14.17" H × 22.91" D

Warranty: 5 years

Applications

Perimeter security and intrusion detection at industrial facilities, utilities, and energy infrastructure

Critical infrastructure monitoring (substations, water treatment, telecommunications)

Port and border security with long-range thermal asset tracking

Airport and government facility surveillance requiring forensic-grade imagery

Environmental monitoring in extreme climates and coastal salt-spray environments

Marty Allison

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

The Q8752-E MkII represents a significant advancement in dual-sensor PTZ design. Its thermal-visual fusion eliminates the operational friction of switching between separate cameras, enabling faster threat detection and response. The 32x optical zoom on the visual channel combined with thermal perspective allows operators to acquire targets at extended ranges and maintain lockover challenging terrain.

Forensic WDR to 120 dB ensures usable detail in backlit scenes common to perimeter and infrastructure environments, while the -40° to 65°C operating range suits deployments from arctic facilities to desert installations. H.265 compression, combined with local microSD storage, reduces bandwidth demands critical for remote sites with constrained connectivity. ONVIF Profile support ensures integration with enterprise VMS platforms, while TPM and signed firmware provide hardware-rooted security essential for critical infrastructure.

The 5-year warranty reflects Axis's confidence in long-term durability in unattended outdoor duty.

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