AXIS Q6078-E 4K Outdoor PTZ Camera, No Midspan, 02148-301

AXIS Q6078-E NM PTZ Camera – 4K Outdoor PTZ with 20x Zoom, Supplied Without Midspan

The AXIS Q6078-E is an outdoor-ready UHD 4K PTZ camera with 20x optical zoom for detailed overviews and close-ups. Built on ARTPEC-7 with a machine learning processing unit, it runs AXIS Object Analytics, autotracking 2 and an orientation aid, and Axis Zipstream with H.264 and H.265 lowers bandwidth and storage. An IP66-, IP67-, NEMA 4X-, NEMA TS 2- and IK10-rated casing, Arctic Temperature Control and Axis Edge Vault with TPM 2.0 and a secure element suit campuses, parking lots and large open areas. This NM version (02148-301) ships without the midspan that comes with the standard AXIS Q6078-E (02148-004), for sites that already have a suitable PoE source.

Key Specifications

Full specifications are listed in the Detailed Specifications tab.

Why Choose the AXIS Q6078-E?

• UHD 4K resolution with 20x optical zoom
• Autofocus and P-iris control
• AXIS Object Analytics, autotracking 2 and AXIS OSDI Zones
• Axis Zipstream with H.264 and H.265
• Axis Edge Vault with TPM 2.0 and a CC EAL 6+ secure element
• IP66, IP67, NEMA 4X, NEMA TS 2 and IK10 rated
• Arctic Temperature Control: start-up as low as -40 °C (-40 °F)
• Supplied without midspan for sites with an existing PoE source

4K Image Quality

A 1/2.5″ progressive scan RGB CMOS sensor delivers 3840x2160 at up to 25/30 fps, and up to 50/60 fps in all other resolutions. Color video is available down to 0.2 lux and black-and-white down to 0.002 lux at 30 IRE, F2.0, with WDR – dynamic contrast, electronic image stabilization, defog and backlight compensation.

20x Zoom and Precise PTZ Control

The 4.4–88.4 mm lens zooms from a 68.3° to a 4.2° horizontal field of view with autofocus. The camera pans 360° endlessly and tilts 220° at 0.05°–450°/s, with E-flip, 256 presets, guard tours (max 100), tour recording, a control queue and focus recall.

Analytics and Autotracking

AXIS Object Analytics detects and classifies humans and vehicles in line crossing, object in area and time in area scenarios. AXIS Scene Metadata, AXIS Video Motion Detection, AXIS Motion Guard, AXIS Fence Guard, AXIS Loitering Guard, autotracking 2, active gatekeeper and AXIS OSDI Zones are included, and AXIS Camera Application Platform supports third-party apps.

Cybersecurity

Axis Edge Vault combines TPM 2.0 (CC EAL4+, FIPS 140-2 Level 2) with a secure element (CC EAL 6+), Axis device ID, signed video and secure boot. Signed OS, IEEE 802.1X, IEEE 802.1AE MACsec, IEEE 802.1AR, HTTPS/HSTS, TLS v1.2/v1.3 and a host-based firewall protect the network side.

Built for Harsh Outdoor Sites

The IP66-, IP67-, NEMA 4X- and IK10-rated aluminum casing with a sunshield reaches 74 °C (165 °F) under NEMA TS 2 (2.2.7) and starts up as low as -40 °C (-40 °F) with Arctic Temperature Control. Camera consumption is typical 16 W, max 51 W. This NM version ships without the midspan, so plan a High PoE source: with 60 W the camera runs from -50 °C to 50 °C (-58 °F to 122 °F), with 30 W from -20 °C to 50 °C (-4 °F to 122 °F).

Typical Applications

• City surveillance and traffic overview
• Campuses and school grounds
• Parking lots and large open areas
• Airports, ports and transportation hubs
• Critical infrastructure and industrial sites
• Perimeters and fence lines

Compatible Accessories

Compatible accessories for the AXIS Q6078-E NM, available at Affinitech Store:

• AXIS T8154 60 W SFP Midspan
• AXIS TU8006 60 W Midspan
• AXIS TU8004 90 W Midspan
• AXIS T91G61 Wall Mount
• AXIS T91B57 Pole Mount (100-410 mm)
• AXIS T91A64 Corner Bracket
• AXIS T91B63 Ceiling Mount
• AXIS T91D62 Telescopic Parapet Mount
• AXIS TQ6809 Hard-Coated Smoked Dome
• AXIS Surveillance Card 256 GB
• AXIS T8415 Wireless Installation Tool
• AXIS Q6020-E 360° Multisensor Camera (02957-001)
• AXIS TQ6903-E Adapter for AXIS Q60 Series

Compare AXIS Q60 PTZ Cameras

This page is the NM version without midspan. The standard AXIS Q6078-E (02148-004) includes the High PoE 60 W SFP midspan.

Need a camera without the included midspan, for sites that already have a suitable PoE source? See the AXIS Q6086-E NM (03188-301), AXIS Q6088-E NM (03190-301), AXIS Q6078-E NM (02148-301) or AXIS Q6075-E NM (01752-301).

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Frequently Asked Questions About the AXIS Q6078-E

Is the AXIS Q6078-E discontinued?

Yes. AXIS has replaced the AXIS Q6078-E with the AXIS Q6088-E, which Affinitech Store carries.

What resolution does the AXIS Q6078-E record?

It records 3840x2160 (4K) at up to 25/30 fps, and up to 50/60 fps in all other resolutions down to 320x180.

How much zoom does the AXIS Q6078-E have?

It has 20x optical and 12x digital zoom (240x total) with a 4.4–88.4 mm, F2.0–3.8 lens and a horizontal field of view of 68.3°–4.2°, with autofocus.

How does the AXIS Q6078-E perform in low light?

Minimum illumination is 0.2 lux at 30 IRE, F2.0 in color and 0.002 lux at 30 IRE, F2.0 in black and white, with an automatically removable infrared-cut filter.

Does the AXIS Q6078-E have autotracking?

Yes. Autotracking 2 with click and track and an orientation aid are included, along with active gatekeeper, guard tours (max 100) and tour recording.

Which analytics are included with the AXIS Q6078-E?

AXIS Object Analytics, AXIS Scene Metadata, AXIS Video Motion Detection, AXIS Motion Guard, AXIS Fence Guard, AXIS Loitering Guard, autotracking 2, active gatekeeper and AXIS OSDI Zones.

Which video codecs does the AXIS Q6078-E support?

H.264 (Baseline, Main and High), H.265 (Main) and Motion JPEG, with Axis Zipstream in H.264 and H.265.

What temperatures can the AXIS Q6078-E operate in?

With 60 W it runs from -50 °C to 50 °C (-58 °F to 122 °F), with 30 W from -20 °C to 50 °C (-4 °F to 122 °F). The maximum according to NEMA TS 2 (2.2.7) is 74 °C (165 °F), and Arctic Temperature Control allows start-up as low as -40 °C (-40 °F).

Is the AXIS Q6078-E weatherproof and vandal resistant?

Yes. The aluminum casing is IP66-, IP67-, NEMA 4X- and IK10-rated, with a polycarbonate clear dome and a sunshield.

What is the difference between the AXIS Q6078-E NM and the standard AXIS Q6078-E?

They are the same camera. The NM version (02148-301) ships without the midspan, for sites with an existing High PoE source; the standard version (02148-004) includes the Axis High PoE 60 W SFP midspan.