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White compact dome camera with varifocal lens, discreet indoor design

Axis Communications

Axis Communications M4218-V 02678-001 8 MP varifocal dome network camera

SKU CH-ZPGD-MVT7Y MPN 02678-001

An 8 MP varifocal dome network camera with remote zoom, WDR, deep learning analytics, HDMI output and PoE power

  • Highest resolution3840 × 2160 to 320 × 240
  • MicroSD card slotSupport for microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC card
  • Network protocolsIPv4, IPv6 USGv6, ICMPv4/ICMPv6, HTTP, HTTPS, TLS, QoS Layer
  • PTZ capabilityDigital PTZ
  • Sensor typeCMOS
  • Capture resolutionVideo compression: H.264 (MPEG-4 Part 10/AVC) Main and High

Model M4218-V

  • Superior 4K image quality at 3840x2160 resolution
  • Varifocal lens 3.5–6.6 mm with remote zoom and focus
  • WDR handles difficult light conditions across 93°–47° view
  • Deep learning analytics on edge via dedicated processing unit
  • HDMI output plus audio and I/O expansion via portcast technology

Purpose-built 4K surveillance

The AXIS M4218-V is an 8 MP varifocal dome network camera designed for professional indoor or outdoor monitoring where discreet installation and high-detail evidence are required. Its compact form factor blends into environments and supports repainting for further integration.

Thermal and power profile

Power over Ethernet IEEE 802.3af/802.3at Type 1 Class 2 supplies typical consumption of 3 W and a maximum of 4.8 W, eliminating separate power cabling and keeping heat output low for silent, continuous operation in ceiling or wall mounts.

Bundled expandability

A microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC slot provides onboard recording redundancy, while the HDMI output enables direct connection to public viewing monitors. Portcast technology adds two-way audio and I/O connectivity through compatible AXIS T61 Series accessories without extra network drops.

How it compares

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Price $468.99
Pricier than about 76% of the 1,080 comparable items (median $158.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameAXIS
Product lineM42 Series
Model nameM4218-V
Part number02678-001
Product typeDome Camera
Display
Highest resolution3840 × 2160 to 320 × 240
Audio & video
IP cameraYes
PTZ capabilityDigital PTZ
Sensor typeCMOS
Capture resolutionVideo compression:
H.264 (MPEG-4 Part 10/AVC) Main and High Profiles
H.265 (MPEG-H Part 2/HEVC) Main Profile
Motion JPEG
Video streaming:
Multiple, individually configurable streams
Axis Zipstream technology in H.264 and H.265
Controllable frame rate and bandwidth
VBR/ABR/MBR H.264/H.265
Video frame rateUp to 12.5/15 fps with power line frequency 50/60 Hz in H.264 and H.265
LensVarifocal, 3.5–6.6 mm, F1.7–2.6
Horizontal field of view: 93°–47°
Vertical field of view: 50°–26°
Minimum focus distance: 1.5 m (59 in)
Shutter settingsShutter speed: 1/71500 s to 1/5 s
SoundInput/output:
Audio features through portcast technology: two-way
audio connectivity, voice enhancer
Connectivity
Network protocolsIPv4, IPv6 USGv6, ICMPv4/ICMPv6, HTTP, HTTPS, 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, RTP, SRTP/RTSPS, TCP, UDP, IGMPv1/v2/v3, RTCP, ICMP, DHCP, ARP, SSH, LLDP, CDP, MQTT v3.1.1, Link-Local address (ZeroConf)
Ports & slots
MicroSD card slotSupport for microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC card
Power
PoE supportYes
Power detailsOver Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af/802.3at Type 1 Class 2
Typical 3 W, max 4.8 W
Size & build
Shipping weight0.48 kg
Package size140 × 130 × 84 mm
More details
Security featuresIEC/EN/UL 62368-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1, IS 13252

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Questions about this item

How is the varifocal lens adjusted during installation, and what step is often missed?

The 3.5–6.6 mm lens is adjusted remotely over the network for zoom and focus; the step often missed is setting the correct power line frequency (50 or 60 Hz) so the 12.5/15 fps frame rate matches the local mains and avoids flicker.

What maintenance or replacement will the microSD card slot need later?

The slot accepts microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC cards; plan to replace the card when its write endurance is reached, and keep the firmware updated so the card filesystem stays compatible.

What limit appears first under sustained 4K recording?

The sensor caps at 12.5 fps (50 Hz) or 15 fps (60 Hz) in H.264/H.265, so the frame-rate ceiling is the first bottleneck during continuous 3840×2160 capture.

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