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White bullet-style IP camera with integrated sunshield and infrared LEDs, cylindrical metal housing, wall-mount bracket attached

Axis Communications

Axis Communications 03183-001 P1487-LE 5MP network camera

SKU CH-8PQX-Q0NP3 MPN 03183-001

5 MP bullet camera with 3–8.5 mm lens, 2.8× optical zoom and 164 ft infrared night vision

  • 5 MP resolution at 2592 x 1944 captures detailed evidence
  • 8x optical zoom with 3-8.5 mm lens frames distant subjects
  • Infrared night vision reaches 164.04 ft in darkness
  • Zipstream with AV1, H.264 and H.265 cuts bandwidth and storage
  • Axis Edge Vault with FIPS 140-3 Level 3 secures the device

Product identity

The Axis Communications 03183-001 P1487-LE is a 5 MP network bullet camera built for outdoor surveillance. It uses a 3–8.5 mm varifocal lens with 2.8× optical zoom and an RGB CMOS sensor to deliver up to 2592 × 1944 resolution.

Upgrade context

The camera adds on-edge analytics powered by ARTPEC-9, including AXIS Object Analytics and AXIS Image Health Analytics, plus Zipstream with AV1, H.264 and H.265 support. Sites still running fixed-lens or lower-resolution units without hardware cybersecurity gain variable focal length, AI-driven detection and FIPS 140-3 Level 3 key storage.

Sustained operation

Infrared illumination reaches 164.04 ft for night coverage while consuming little power. The impact-resistant housing handles extreme temperatures for continuous outdoor deployment. Axis Edge Vault safeguards the device during long-term use.

How it compares

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Price $796.99
Pricier than about 84% of the 1,080 comparable items (median $158.99).

Specifications

Size & build
Shipping weight1.67 kg
Package size268 × 180 × 152 mm

Questions about this item

What is the focal length range of the built-in lens on this camera?

The camera has a 3-8.5 mm wide-angle lens with 2.8x optical zoom and a maximum aperture of f/1.36.

How is the camera powered for installation?

The unit supports Power over Ethernet, so a single network cable delivers both data and power without a separate supply.

What firmware or analytics updates will the device require over time?

The ARTPEC-9 platform runs AXIS Object Analytics and Image Health Analytics on the edge; firmware updates are applied remotely to add features or patch vulnerabilities.

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