AXIS M2026-LE Mk II Black 4MP Outdoor IR Bullet Camera, 01050-001
Description
AXIS M2026-LE Mk II Black 4 MP Outdoor Bullet Camera with IR
The AXIS M2026-LE Mk II Black is a compact, outdoor-ready 4 MP bullet camera in black with an ultra-wide 130° field of view and built-in IR up to 15 m (50 ft). It streams 2688x1520 video at up to 25/30 fps in H.264, H.265 or Motion JPEG, Axis Zipstream lowers bandwidth and storage in both H.264 and H.265, and the IP66, NEMA 4X and IK08-rated polymer casing has encapsulated electronics. One PoE cable powers it, making it a simple choice for parking lots, perimeters and loading docks.
Key Specifications
| Max video resolution | 2688x1520 (4 MP) |
| Max frames per second | 25/30 fps (50/60 Hz) |
| Lens | Fixed 2.4 mm, F2.2, M12 mount, fixed iris, fixed focus |
| Horizontal field of view | 130° |
| Wide dynamic range | WDR |
| Min illumination (color) | 0.3 lux at 50 IRE, F2.2 |
| Built-in IR | 850 nm IR LEDs, up to 15 m (50 ft) depending on scene |
| PoE class | IEEE 802.3af/802.3at Type 1 Class 3 |
| IP rating | IP66, NEMA 4X |
| Vandal rating | IK08 |
| Operating temperature | -30 °C to 50 °C (-22 °F to 122 °F) |
Full specifications are listed in the Detailed Specifications tab.
Why Choose the AXIS M2026-LE Mk II Black?
- 4 MP (2688x1520) at 25/30 fps
- Ultra-wide 130° horizontal field of view from a fixed 2.4 mm lens
- Built-in 850 nm IR illumination up to 15 m (50 ft)
- H.264, H.265 and Motion JPEG with Axis Zipstream in H.264 and H.265
- AXIS Motion Guard, Fence Guard, Loitering Guard and Video Motion Detection included
- IP66, NEMA 4X and IK08-rated black casing
- Single-cable PoE (Class 3), max 7.9 W
- 5-year Axis warranty
Clear Video Day and Night
An automatically removable infrared-cut filter switches between color and black-and-white. Minimum illumination is 0.3 lux in color and 0.06 lux in black and white (50 IRE, F2.2), and 0 lux with IR on. Power-efficient, long-life 850 nm IR LEDs light the scene up to 15 m (50 ft) depending on the scene.
Wide 4 MP Coverage
The 2.4 mm lens gives a 130° horizontal and 73° vertical field of view at up to 2688x1520, so one camera can cover a wide building side, entrance or lot. Corridor Format rotates the image for tall, narrow scenes, digital PTZ is available, and up to 2 individually cropped view areas can be streamed at full frame rate.
Built-In Analytics
AXIS Motion Guard, AXIS Fence Guard, AXIS Loitering Guard, AXIS Video Motion Detection and active tampering alarm are included, and AXIS Digital Autotracking and AXIS Cross Line Detection are supported. AXIS Camera Application Platform allows third-party applications, and events can record to an SD card or network share and send email, HTTP, HTTPS, TCP or SNMP trap notifications.
Network Security and Integration
Password protection, IP address filtering, HTTPS encryption, IEEE 802.1X (EAP-TLS) network access control, centralized certificate management, brute force delay protection and signed firmware help protect the camera. ONVIF Profile G, S and T and the VAPIX open API support AXIS Companion, AXIS Camera Station and partner VMS software.
Simple Installation
The polymer casing has encapsulated electronics and captive Torx 10 screws, and the camera weighs only 0.5 kg (1.1 lb). Optional AXIS T94B03L, T94B02D, T94B01P and T94B02M mounting accessories cover recessed, pendant, conduit and junction box installations.
Typical Applications
- Parking lots and driveways
- Building perimeters and entrances
- Loading docks
- School and retail exteriors
Compatible Accessories
Compatible accessories for the AXIS M2026-LE Mk II Black, available at Affinitech Store:
- AXIS T94B03L Recessed Mount
- AXIS T94B02D Pendant Kit, Black
- AXIS T94B01P Conduit Back Box
- AXIS T94B02M J-Box/Gang Box Plate
- AXIS Surveillance Card 128 GB
- AXIS Surveillance Card 256 GB
Compare AXIS Outdoor Bullet Cameras
| Model | Max resolution | Type | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXIS M2025-LE | 1920x1080 | Outdoor 2 MP bullet, IR (discontinued) | Entrances, small lots, building sides |
| AXIS M2026-LE Mk II Black (this camera) | 2688x1520 | Outdoor 4 MP bullet, IR, black (discontinued) | Parking areas, building sides |
| AXIS M2035-LE | 1920x1080 | Outdoor 2 MP AI bullet, IR | Entrances, small parking lots |
| AXIS M2036-LE | 2688x1512 | Outdoor 4 MP bullet, IR | Parking areas, building perimeters |
| AXIS M2048-LE | 3840x2160 | Outdoor 8 MP AI bullet, IR | Wide yards, lots, perimeters |
| AXIS P1475-LE | 1920x1080 | Outdoor 2 MP AI bullet, IR, 3.1–9 mm | Parking lots, perimeters, loading docks |
| AXIS P1485-LE | 1920x1080 | Outdoor 2 MP AI bullet, IR, 10.8–28.2 mm tele | Gates, fence lines, long distances |
| AXIS P1488-LE | 3840x2160 | Outdoor 4K bullet, IR | Large lots, campuses |
Prefer white? See the AXIS M2026-LE Mk II (01049-001).
Explore More
- Browse the full Bullet Cameras collection at Affinitech Store
- Shop Outdoor Cameras at Affinitech Store
- See IR Cameras for night coverage
Frequently Asked Questions About AXIS M2026-LE Mk II Black
What resolution does the AXIS M2026-LE Mk II Black capture?
Up to 2688x1520 (4 MP), down to 320x240, at up to 25/30 fps with 50/60 Hz power line frequency.
What lens and field of view does it have?
A fixed 2.4 mm, F2.2 lens (M12 mount, fixed iris, fixed focus) with a 130° horizontal and 73° vertical field of view.
Does it have built-in IR?
Yes. Power-efficient, long-life 850 nm IR LEDs reach up to 15 m (50 ft) depending on the scene.
What is the minimum light sensitivity?
Color: 0.3 lux at 50 IRE, F2.2; B/W: 0.06 lux at 50 IRE, F2.2; 0 lux with IR on.
Is it rated for outdoor use?
Yes. The polymer casing is IP66, NEMA 250 Type 4X and IK08 rated, and the camera operates from -30 °C to 50 °C (-22 °F to 122 °F) at 10–100% RH (condensing).
What color is it?
Black (NCS S 9000-N). A white version, the AXIS M2026-LE Mk II, is also available.
Which video formats are supported?
H.264 (Main and High profiles), H.265 and Motion JPEG, with Axis Zipstream technology in H.264 and H.265.
Which analytics are included?
AXIS Motion Guard, AXIS Fence Guard, AXIS Loitering Guard, AXIS Video Motion Detection and active tampering alarm. AXIS Digital Autotracking and AXIS Cross Line Detection are supported.
How is it powered?
Power over Ethernet IEEE 802.3af/802.3at Type 1 Class 3; typical 5.1 W, max 7.9 W.
Does it support local storage?
Yes. It supports microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC cards, plus recording to network-attached storage (NAS).
Is the AXIS M2026-LE Mk II discontinued?
Yes. Axis has replaced it with the AXIS M2036-LE. Axis offers hardware support and RMA service until 2028-03-31.
What warranty does it have?
A 5-year Axis warranty.
Detailed Specifications
AXIS M2026-LE Mk II Black Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Camera | |
| Image sensor | 1/3″ progressive scan RGB CMOS |
| Lens | M12 mount, fixed iris, fixed focus; 2.4 mm, F2.2; horizontal field of view: 130°; vertical field of view: 73° |
| Day and night | Automatically removable infrared-cut filter |
| Minimum illumination | Color: 0.3 lux at 50 IRE, F2.2; B/W: 0.06 lux at 50 IRE, F2.2; 0 lux with IR illumination on |
| Shutter speed | 1/31500 s to 1/5 s |
| Video | |
| Video compression | H.264 (MPEG-4 Part 10/AVC) Main and High Profiles; H.265 (MPEG-H Part 2); Motion JPEG |
| Resolution | 2688x1520 to 320x240 |
| Frame rate | Up to 25/30 fps with power line frequency 50/60 Hz |
| Video streaming | Multiple, individually configurable streams in H.264, H.265 and Motion JPEG; Axis Zipstream technology in H.264 and H.265; controllable frame rate and bandwidth; VBR/MBR H.264/H.265 |
| Multi-view streaming | Up to 2 individually cropped out view areas in full frame rate |
| Image settings | Compression, color, brightness, sharpness, contrast, white balance, exposure control, WDR, rotation: 0°, 90°, 180°, 270° including Corridor Format, text and image overlay, privacy masks, mirroring of images |
| Pan/Tilt/Zoom | Digital PTZ |
| Network | |
| Security | Password protection, IP address filtering, HTTPS encryption, IEEE 802.1x (EAP-TLS) network access control, digest authentication, user access log, centralized certificate management, brute force delay protection, signed firmware |
| Supported protocols | IPv4, IPv6 USGv6, HTTP, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, QoS Layer 3 DiffServ, FTP, SFTP, CIFS/SMB, SMTP, Bonjour, UPnP, SNMP v1/v2c/v3 (MIB-II), DNS, DynDNS, NTP, RTSP, RTP, TCP, UDP, IGMPv1/v2/v3, RTCP, ICMP, DHCP, ARP, SOCKS, SSH, LLDP, MQTT v3.1.1 |
| System integration | |
| Application Programming Interface | Open API for software integration, including VAPIX and AXIS Camera Application Platform; one-click cloud connection; ONVIF Profile G, ONVIF Profile S and ONVIF Profile T |
| Event triggers | Analytics, edge storage events |
| Event actions | Record video: SD card and network share; upload of images or video clips: FTP, SFTP, HTTP, HTTPS, network share and email; pre- and post-alarm video or image buffering for recording or upload; notification: email, HTTP, HTTPS, TCP and SNMP trap; overlay text |
| Data streaming | Event data |
| Built-in installation aids | Pixel counter |
| Analytics | |
| Applications included | AXIS Motion Guard, AXIS Fence Guard, AXIS Loitering Guard, AXIS Video Motion Detection, active tampering alarm |
| Applications supported | AXIS Digital Autotracking, AXIS Cross Line Detection; support for AXIS Camera Application Platform enabling installation of third-party applications |
| General | |
| Casing | IP66-, NEMA 250 Type 4X- and IK08-rated polymer casing; encapsulated electronics, captive screws (Torx 10); color black NCS S 9000-N |
| Sustainability | PVC free |
| Memory | 512 MB RAM, 256 MB Flash |
| Power | Power over Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af/802.3at Type 1 Class 3; typical 5.1 W, max 7.9 W |
| Connectors | RJ45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX PoE |
| IR illumination | Power-efficient, long-life 850 nm IR LEDs; range of reach up to 15 m (50 ft) depending on scene |
| Storage | Support for microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC card; support for recording to network-attached storage (NAS) |
| Operating conditions | -30 °C to 50 °C (-22 °F to 122 °F); humidity 10–100% RH (condensing) |
| Storage conditions | -40 °C to 65 °C (-40 °F to 149 °F); humidity 5–95% RH (non-condensing) |
| Dimensions | Height, straight: 174 mm (6.9 in); height, angled: 118 mm (4.6 in); ø 101 mm (4.0 in) |
| Weight | 0.5 kg (1.1 lb) |
| Included accessories | Installation guide, Windows decoder 1-user license, Torx L-key, connector guard |
| Optional accessories | AXIS T94B03L Recessed Mount, AXIS T94B02D Pendant Kit, AXIS T94B01P Conduit Back Box, AXIS T94B02M J-Box/Gang Box Plate, Axis mounts, AXIS Surveillance microSDXC Card, AXIS T94 mounts for various installations |
| Video management software | AXIS Companion, AXIS Camera Station, video management software from Axis Application Development Partners |
| Languages | English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Traditional Chinese |
| Warranty | 5-year warranty |
| Approvals | |
| EMC | EN 55032 Class A, EN 55024, IEC 62471, EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-2, FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A, ICES-003 Class A, VCCI Class A, RCM AS/NZS CISPR 32 Class A, KCC KN32 Class A, KN35 |
| Environment | IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2, IEC 60068-2-78, IEC 60068-2-14, IEC 60068-2-6, IEC 60068-2-27, IEC/EN 62262 IK08, IEC/EN 60529 IP66, NEMA 250 Type 4X |
| Safety | IEC/EN/UL 62368-1, IS 13252, IEC/EN/UL 60950-22 |
| Network | NIST SP500-267 |