AXIS Q6042-C D1 Actively Cooled Outdoor PTZ Dome Camera, 0562-001

AXIS Q6042-C PTZ Dome Camera – Extended D1 with 36x Zoom and Active Cooling

The AXIS Q6042-C is an actively cooled, outdoor-ready high-speed PTZ dome camera with 36x optical zoom and Extended D1 resolution. Built for operation from -20 °C to 75 °C (-4 °F to 167 °F), it offers automatic day/night mode, continuous 360° pan with 220° tilt and E-flip, autotracking and Active Gatekeeper. A media converter switch with SFP slots for fiber, RJ45 ports and I/O is included.

Key Specifications

Full specifications are listed in the Detailed Specifications tab.

Why Choose the AXIS Q6042-C?

• Active cooling for operation up to 75 °C (167 °F)
• 36x optical zoom with autofocus
• Automatic day/night mode down to 0.008 lux in night mode
• Continuous 360° pan and 220° tilt with E-flip
• Autotracking and Active Gatekeeper
• IP66- and NEMA 4X-rated outdoor casing
• Included media converter switch with SFP slots for fiber

Image Quality and Day/Night

The progressive scan camera streams Extended D1 video in H.264 or Motion JPEG. Automatic day/night mode provides color down to 0.5 lux and night mode down to 0.008 lux, and wide dynamic range and electronic image stabilization help in difficult light and wind.

36x Zoom and High-Speed PTZ

A 36x optical zoom with autofocus covers wide overviews and distant detail. The dome pans 360° continuously and tilts 220° with E-flip, and supports guard tours and tour recording.

Autotracking and Active Gatekeeper

Autotracking follows moving objects automatically, and Active Gatekeeper moves the camera to a preset when motion is detected in a defined area, then tracks the object. AXIS Camera Application Platform supports third-party applications.

Active Cooling for Hot Climates

Built-in active cooling lets the IP66- and NEMA 4X-rated camera operate from -20 °C to 75 °C (-4 °F to 167 °F), for sites with high ambient temperatures and strong sun.

Installation and Connectivity

The included media converter switch provides 2x SFP slots for fiber optic modules, 2x RJ45 ports and 2x I/O, and a 5 m (16 ft) multi-connector cable is included. Mounting brackets are sold separately.

Typical Applications

• Sites with high ambient temperatures and strong sun
• Areas exposed to sandstorms and harsh weather
• Ports, highways and industrial yards
• Campuses, parking lots and large open areas
• Perimeters of utility and energy sites

Compatible Accessories

Compatible accessories for the AXIS Q6042-C. Linked items are available at Affinitech Store; contact us for the others:

• AXIS Q60-C Multi-connector Cable, 7 m (23 ft)
• AXIS Q60-C Multi-connector Cable, 12 m (40 ft)
• Mounting bracket (contact us for the right bracket)

Compare AXIS Q60 PTZ Cameras

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 Q6042-C

Is the AXIS Q6042-C discontinued?

Yes. AXIS replaced the AXIS Q6042-C with the AXIS Q6055-C, which has since been discontinued without a direct replacement. Our pick for the closest current model is the AXIS Q6086-E.

What is the operating temperature of the AXIS Q6042-C?

Its active cooling allows operation from -20 °C to 75 °C (-4 °F to 167 °F).

How much zoom does the AXIS Q6042-C have?

It has 36x optical zoom with autofocus.

What resolution does the AXIS Q6042-C record?

It records Extended D1 resolution in H.264 or Motion JPEG.

How does the AXIS Q6042-C perform at night?

Automatic day/night mode provides color video down to 0.5 lux and night mode down to 0.008 lux.

What pan and tilt range does the AXIS Q6042-C have?

It pans 360° continuously and tilts 220° with E-flip, with guard tours and tour recording.

Does the AXIS Q6042-C support autotracking?

Yes. Autotracking and Active Gatekeeper are built in.

What is included with the AXIS Q6042-C?

A media converter switch with 2x SFP slots for fiber optic modules, 2x RJ45 ports and 2x I/O, plus a 5 m (16 ft) multi-connector cable. A mounting bracket is not included.