Axis Q1951-E 13mm Thermal Bullet IP Camera

Axis Q1951-E 13mm Thermal Bullet IP Camera

The Axis Q1951-E is a professional-grade thermal bullet camera engineered for perimeter security, intrusion detection, and long-range surveillance in complete darkness and adverse weather conditions. Built on an uncooled microbolometer sensor with 384x288 native resolution, this camera delivers up to 768x576 maximum resolution at 8.3fps, making it ideal for applications where thermal imaging provides superior detection capabilities over visible-light alternatives.

Key Features

• 13mm thermal lens with wide field of view for comprehensive perimeter monitoring
• Uncooled microbolometer sensor with 40 mK thermal sensitivity (NETD @25°C, F1.0)
• Multiple color palettes for optimized threat visualization
• H.264 video compression with Zipstream technology for bandwidth efficiency
• IP66-rated weatherproof housing for harsh outdoor environments
• Operating temperature range -40 to 60°C for extreme climates
• PoE Class 3 powered for simplified installation
• Audio support with audio detection capabilities

Technical Specifications

• Sensor: Uncooled microbolometer, 384x288 pixels native
• Output Resolution: Up to 768x576 at 8.3fps
• Thermal Sensitivity: 40 mK @25°C, F1.0
• Lens: 13mm fixed focal length
• Compression: H.264 with Zipstream support
• Connectivity: Wired PoE (Class 3)
• Durability: IP66 rating, halogen-free construction
• Alarm I/O: 1 input, 1 output
• Analytics: PoE-enabled analytics platform
• Security: Signed firmware, Edge Vault support
• Local Storage: PoE-compatible recording capability

Applications

Ideal for perimeter security around critical infrastructure, industrial facilities, airports, and remote locations where thermal detection provides superior performance. The camera's thermal imaging capability ensures reliable threat detection regardless of ambient light, fog, or dust conditions.

Jerry Tildsen

The Q1951-E represents Axis's proven thermal imaging platform, prioritizing reliability and detection capability over resolution. The 40 mK thermal sensitivity ensures detection of small thermal variations critical for intrusion scenarios. The choice of H.264 with Zipstream compression is practical for bandwidth-constrained deployments typical in remote perimeter installations.

IP66 rating combined with the extended operating temperature range (-40 to 60°C) positions this camera for truly challenging outdoor environments. PoE Class 3 powering simplifies field deployment but requires proper infrastructure planning for longer cable runs. The analytics platform supports motion, fence crossing, and loitering detection—standard for perimeter applications.

Audio support and tamper detection add operational value. This is a purpose-built thermal solution for organizations prioritizing detection performance over video resolution.