AXIS Q-SERIES · NDAA & TAA COMPLIANT
High-Resolution Perimeter Protection with 32x Optical Zoom & Edge AI
The AXIS Q1806-LE is an elite, high-performance outdoor bullet camera engineered for long-range surveillance and ultra-precise target identification. Combining a brilliant 4MP Quad HD resolution with a powerful 32x optical zoom, this camera allows security teams to monitor sprawling perimeters, high-traffic corridors, and critical infrastructure with stunning clarity. Powered by the ARTPEC-8 processor and a hardware-dedicated Deep Learning Processing Unit (DLPU), it brings advanced, edge-based object classification right to the front line of your security framework.
Night Vision
100m OptimizedIR
Protection
IP66/67, NEMA 4X, IK10
Exceptional Low-Light Control & Comprehensive Hardware Security
The AXIS Q1806-LE is equipped with a premium 1/1.8" sensor, driving Lightfinder 2.0 and Forensic WDR to capture vivid, low-noise color detail in near-pitch darkness and highly uneven, back-lit scenes. Its built-in electronic image stabilization (EIS) ensures smooth, shake-free feeds even when the camera is zoomed in completely or subjected to strong winds. To guard against network vulnerabilities, the integrated Axis Edge Vault technology ensures strict hardware-level cybersecurity with signed firmware, secure boot, and a FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified secure cryptographic key store.
True 32x Optical Zoom with 4MP Quality
Capture forensic-level details at extreme distances. Unlike digital cropping which degrades image quality, the 32x optical zoom maintains native 4MP Quad HD resolution, making it easy to identify license plates, faces, and insignias across vast open fields.
Adaptive, Long-Range OptimizedIR
Equipped with highly adaptive IR illumination, the camera dynamically narrows or widens its infrared beams to perfectly mirror the zoom level. It provides balanced, crystal-clear night-vision coverage up to 100 meters (328 feet) without overexposing foreground subjects.
Technical Specification Matrix
| Camera Model |
AXIS Q1806-LE |
| Image Sensor Size |
High-performance 1/1.8" progressive scan RGB CMOS |
| Optical Zoom & Lens |
Varifocal, 4.3–137 mm, F1.4–4.0, 32x Optical Zoom, Auto-focus, P-Iris control |
| Field of View |
Horizontal: 60° to 2.3°, Vertical: 35° to 1.3° |
| Processing SoC |
ARTPEC-8 with hardware Deep Learning Processing Unit (DLPU) |
| Video Compression |
H.265 (Main Profile), H.264 (Baseline/Main/High), Motion JPEG with Zipstream |
| Max Resolution & Frame Rate |
2688x1512 (4MP) at up to 50/60 fps (WDR on) or up to 100/120 fps (WDR off) |
| Power Architecture |
PoE (IEEE 802.3at Type 2 Class 4), Max 22.1 W; or 12–28 V DC / 24 V AC input |
| Enclosure Ratings |
IP66, IP67 weather-proof, NEMA 4X corrosion-resistant, and IK10 impact-rated casing |
| Hardware Security |
Axis Edge Vault, FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified secure key storage, Signed OS, Secure Boot |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the AXIS Q1805-LE and the Q1806-LE?
While both cameras share the same elite 32x optical zoom lens, physical housing, and robust deep learning processors, the main difference lies in resolution. The AXIS Q1805-LE records in 2MP (1080p), whereas the AXIS Q1806-LE captures in a higher-density 4MP Quad HD resolution for even greater pixel density and forensic digital crop capabilities.
Is the AXIS Q1806-LE compliant with federal NDAA standards?
Yes. The AXIS Q1806-LE is fully NDAA (National Defense Authorization Act) and TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliant, ensuring that it uses secure, non-blacklisted global components and meets all US government and military security procurement requirements.
How does Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) work on this model?
At high focal lengths (zoomed fully in), even minor vibrations from nearby wind, machinery, or heavy vehicles can make a video stream unusable. The Q1806-LE uses built-in gyroscopic sensors to detect vibration and dynamically stabilizes the video stream in real time to ensure smooth, usable footage.
How durable is this camera's chassis for industrial environments?
The camera is built inside an IP66/IP67 weather-proof, NEMA 4X corrosion-resistant, and IK10 impact-rated aluminum housing. It features a built-in heater and dehumidifying membrane to manage internal condensation, ensuring seamless operation between -40 °C and 60 °C (-40 °F to 140 °F).
