Axis P4705-PLVE 4MP Dual-Sensor Panoramic IP Camera
The Axis P4705-PLVE delivers exceptional panoramic surveillance coverage with dual 2MP CMOS sensors that combine to provide 4MP total resolution. Engineered for demanding outdoor environments, this multi-sensor camera captures expansive 180° horizontal field of view with simultaneous detailed monitoring capabilities, ideal for wide-area security applications requiring both overview and forensic-quality detail.
Key Features
- 4MP Dual-Sensor Design: Two independent 2MP sensors enable panoramic coverage with 180° horizontal field of view and zoom capability up to 2.5x
- 360° IR Illumination: Individually controllable LEDs provide clear imaging in complete darkness with 0.15 lux minimum color sensitivity
- Lightfinder & Forensic WDR: Advanced low-light and high-contrast image processing ensures usable video in challenging lighting conditions
- H.264 Video Compression: Zipstream technology optimizes bandwidth without sacrificing image quality
- PoE Powered: Single power and network connection simplifies installation and reduces infrastructure costs
- Remote Focus & Zoom: Dynamic lens adjustment without physical camera access
- Built-in Audio Support: Integrated microphone capability for two-way communication applications
Technical Specifications
- Resolution: 4MP (2x 2MP sensors) at 1920x1080 per stream
- Frame Rate: 60fps for smooth, real-time monitoring
- Sensor: 1/2.8" CMOS with 3.26-8.12mm motorized varifocal lens
- Vertical Field of View: 55.42-21.98° (zoom dependent)
- Durability: IP66 weatherproof and IK10 vandal-resistant rating
- Operating Temperature: -30 to 50°C for year-round reliability
- Connectivity: Wired with Power over Ethernet (PoE) delivery
- Environmental Compliance: BFR/CFR free, PVC free construction
Applications
Ideal for perimeter security, parking lot surveillance, campus monitoring, and industrial facilities requiring wide panoramic coverage with the ability to zoom into specific areas of interest. The dual-sensor architecture allows simultaneous recording of both panoramic and detailed feeds under a single IP address and VMS license, reducing system complexity and licensing costs.
The P4705-PLVE represents a sophisticated approach to panoramic surveillance, eliminating the traditional tradeoff between wide coverage and forensic detail. The 180° horizontal panorama captures full perimeter visibility while each sensor independently delivers 2MP resolution for evidence-quality footage. The 360° IR system with individually addressable LEDs is particularly valuable in outdoor applications where illumination patterns require fine-tuning—operators can direct IR light away from reflective surfaces or focus intensity on specific zones.
Forensic WDR combined with Lightfinder technology makes this camera exceptionally capable in mixed-lighting scenarios common to industrial and outdoor environments. PoE power delivery and dual-sensor architecture under a single IP stream significantly reduce licensing and infrastructure overhead compared to deploying two independent cameras. The -30 to 50°C operating range and IP66/IK10 ratings confirm this is genuine outdoor-rated equipment, not merely "weatherproof." For organizations prioritizing panoramic awareness without sacrificing zoom-in forensic capability, this camera justifies its complexity.
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