Axis 02977-004 4K Outdoor AI IR PTZ Camera
Overview
The Axis 02977-004 (Q6358-LE) is a 4K UHD PTZ camera purpose-built for large-scale outdoor surveillance in extreme low-light and high-contrast environments. It pairs a 1/2" progressive-scan CMOS sensor with 31x optical zoom (6.91–214.64 mm focal length), ARTPEC-9 deep-learning processor, and 850nm OptimizedIR to deliver forensic-grade footage and autonomous object classification across 300+ meter ranges in complete darkness. IP66/IK10/NEMA 4X rating and NEMA TS2 temperature certification (up to 74°C) make it suitable for rooftop, perimeter, and harsh-climate deployments where weather resistance and thermal stress are non-negotiable.
Imaging and Analytics
Sensor and optics: The 1/2" sensor captures 3840×2160 at up to 50/60 fps, with laser focus and P-iris control for fast zoom tracking. Forensic WDR balances bright and dark areas simultaneously—critical for sun-blasted gates paired with unlit loading areas. Low-light performance: OptimizedIR with 850nm illumination reaches 0.005 lux B/W (with IR on); Lightfinder twilight mode operates at 0.009 lux B/W (50 IRE). This 200× sensitivity advantage over standard cameras means fewer fallback to pure IR-only operation. AI on the edge: The DLPU (Deep Learning Processing Unit) runs Object Analytics natively—detecting and classifying humans, vehicles, and vehicle types without external servers. Behavioral triggers and threat classification happen at camera egress, cutting NVR CPU overhead and enabling instant local alerting.
Video Encoding and Bandwidth
Native support for AV1, H.265 (Main Profile), H.264 (Baseline/Main/High), and Motion JPEG with Axis Zipstream technology. H.265 Zipstream reduces storage 50–60% versus H.264 on static/low-motion scenes; AV1 Zipstream cuts bandwidth further for next-generation archival. Controllable VBR/ABR/MBR per stream and low-latency mode support enable live pan/tilt tracking without buffering while maintaining forensic ingest on parallel streams.
Network and Security
PoE++ (802.3bt) powered—no midspan required for the standard 02977-004 model. ONVIF Profile G, M, and S certified for interoperability with VMS platforms and third-party PTZ controllers. Axis Edge Vault provides hardware-isolated cryptographic storage of device identity and encryption keys, protecting against firmware tampering and key extraction—essential for critical infrastructure. Supports 802.1X network authentication and signed firmware verification.
Mechanical and Environmental
IP66 ingress protection (dust/rain), IK10 impact rating (20 J), and NEMA 4X aluminum enclosure rated for marine salt-spray and extreme corrosion. NEMA TS2 certification allows continuous operation in ambient temperatures up to 74°C (165°F)—critical for rooftop and direct-sun mounting. Wall and rack mount options available.
