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White dome network camera with metal casing and weathershield

Axis Communications

Axis Communications 02225-001 Q3538-LVE 8 MP network camera

SKU CH-N35E-EFG33 MPN 02225-001

8 MP dome network camera with 2x optical zoom, deep-learning analytics and IR-shielded dome for reflection-free 4K video

  • Highest resolutionUp to 3840 × 2160
  • Network protocolsIPv4, IPv6 USGv6, ICMPv4/ICMPv6, HTTP, HTTPS, HTTP/2, TLS, Q
  • PTZ capabilityDigital PTZ, optical zoom, preset positions Limited guard to
  • Video frame rateWith WDR: 25/30 fps with power line frequency 50/60 Hz Witho
  • LensVarifocal, 6.2–12.9 mm, F1.6–2.9 Horizontal field of view: 1
  • Security featuresEEE 802.1X (EAP-TLS, PEAP-MSCHAPv2), IEEE 802.1AE (MACsec PS
  • 4K resolution up to 3840×2160 for detailed evidence
  • Deep-learning analytics process video on the camera edge
  • IR-shielded dome prevents internal reflections at night
  • Metal casing rated IK10 for vandal-resistant outdoor use
  • Built-in cybersecurity with signed firmware and IEEE 802.1X authentication

8 MP Dome Camera for Analytics

The Axis Q3538-LVE is an 8 MP network dome camera designed for surveillance installations that require on-board deep learning analytics. It captures up to 3840x2160 resolution with a varifocal 6.2–12.9 mm lens offering 2x optical zoom and remote focus. The IR-shielded dome prevents internal reflections, and the metal casing provides robust protection for outdoor or indoor mounting.

Sustained Operation with PoE Power

Powered via IEEE 802.3at Type 2 Class 4 PoE, the camera draws a typical 9 W and a maximum of 23 W during continuous operation with IR and analytics active. It also accepts 10–28 V DC with a typical draw of 9 W and a maximum of 24 W. Frame rates hold at 25/30 fps with WDR enabled or 50/60 fps without WDR, both locked to 50/60 Hz power line frequency, ensuring consistent throughput over long recording periods.

ONVIF Profile and Cybersecurity Baseline

The camera supports ONVIF for interoperability with compliant video management systems, using protocols such as RTSP, RTP, and SRTP/RTSPS for stream transport. Cybersecurity features include IEEE 802.1X, IEEE 802.1AE MACsec, TLS 1.2/1.3, a host-based firewall, and signed firmware. Installations requiring legacy analog integration, local SD card recording beyond the specified guard tour limits, or wireless connectivity will need separate infrastructure.

How it compares

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Price $1,243.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 1,080 comparable items (median $158.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameAXIS
Model nameQ3538-LVE
Part number02225-001
Product typeDome Camera
Product colorWhite
Display
Highest resolutionUp to 3840 × 2160
Audio & video
IP cameraYes
Pan and tiltYes
PTZ capabilityDigital PTZ, optical zoom, preset positions
Limited guard tour, control queue, on-screen directional indicator
Tour recording (max 10, max duration 16 minutes each), guard tour (max 100)
2x optical zoom
Video frame rateWith WDR: 25/30 fps with power line frequency 50/60 Hz
Without WDR: 50/60 fps with power line frequency 50/60 Hz
LensVarifocal, 6.2–12.9 mm, F1.6–2.9
Horizontal field of view: 103°–49°
Vertical field of view: 56°–28°
Varifocal, Remote focus and zoom, P-Iris control, IR corrected
SoundFeatures:
Automatic gain control
Speaker pairing
Audio streaming:
Two-way, full duplex
Audio encoding:
24bit LPCM, AAC-LC 8/16/48 kHz, G.711 PCM 8 kHz, G.726
ADPCM 8 kHz, Opus 8/16/48 kHz
Configurable bit rate
Audio input/output:
External microphone input or line input (balanced or unbalanced), line output, digital audio input
Microphone power:
Microphone power 5 V on tip, ring power 12 V on ring, phantom power 12 V on tip/ring
Connectivity
Network protocolsIPv4, IPv6 USGv6, ICMPv4/ICMPv6, HTTP, HTTPS, HTTP/2, TLS, QoS Layer 3 DiffServ, FTP, SFTP, CIFS/SMB, SMTP, mDNS (Bonjour), UPnP®, SNMP v1/v2c/v3 (MIB-II), DNS/DNSv6, DDNS, NTP, NTS, RTSP, RTCP, RTP, SRTP/RTSPS, TCP, UDP, IGMPv1/v2/v3, DHCPv4/v6, ARP, SSH, SIP, LLDP, CDP, MQTT v3.1.1, Secure syslog (RFC 3164/5424, UDP/TCP/TLS), Link-Local address (ZeroConf)
ONVIF supportYes
Power
PoE supportYes
Power detailsOver Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3at Type 2 Class 4
Typical 9 W, max 23 W
10–28 V DC, typical 9 W, max 24 W
Size & build
MeasurementsHeight: 124 mm (4.9 in), 184 mm (7.3 in) including weathershield
ø 183 mm (7.2 in)
Product weight2.1 kg (4.6 lb) including weathershield
Shipping weight2.50 kg
Package size272 × 239 × 216 mm
More details
Security featuresEEE 802.1X (EAP-TLS, PEAP-MSCHAPv2), IEEE 802.1AE (MACsec PSK/EAP-TLS), IEEE 802.1AR, HTTPS/HSTS, TLS v1.2/v1.3, Network Time Security (NTS), X.509
Certificate PKI, host-based firewall

Questions about this item

How much heat does the 23 W maximum power draw add to a room when the camera runs continuously?

The camera draws up to 23 W via PoE+ or 24 W on 10–28 V DC, so continuous operation adds roughly the same heat as a small LED bulb.

Does the camera need a PoE+ injector or switch to operate, or can it run on a standard PoE port?

It requires IEEE 802.3at Type 2 Class 4 PoE+; a standard 802.3af port will not supply enough power.

Will the ONVIF support let me add this 8 MP dome to my existing NVR that only handles 1080p streams?

Yes, ONVIF compliance allows the camera to negotiate lower-resolution streams compatible with a 1080p NVR.

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