The Axis M3016 is a discreet, flush-mounted mini dome camera engineered for crisp 3MP video surveillance in retail, office, and residential environments. Ideal for ceilings and tight indoor spaces, this sleek unit captures high-resolution footage at full frame rate—even in challenging lighting. With advanced Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) and efficient H.264/H.265 compression, it delivers forensic-level detail while keeping bandwidth and storage low. Perfect for professional installers and detail-focused users seeking smart, space-saving security solutions.
Features
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Ultra-Compact Form Factor: Flush-mount design blends into ceilings—ideal for retail, offices, and modern interiors.
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3MP High-Resolution Imaging: Sharp 2688 x 1520 video at 30 fps gives clear detail for identifying faces, labels, or activities.
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WDR – Forensic Clarity in Mixed Light: Handles bright and dark areas in the same frame without overexposure.
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Wide 131° Horizontal Field of View: Covers more area with fewer cameras—great for small shops and open-plan offices.
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Built-in Microphone: Enables audio detection and recording for added evidence in investigations.
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Axis Zipstream with H.264/H.265: Cuts bandwidth and storage needs significantly without sacrificing detail.
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Edge Storage Ready: Supports microSD card recording—ideal for redundancy or small-scale installs without NVRs.
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ONVIF Profile G, S, T Support: Seamless integration with most professional VMS systems and recorders.
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Axis Secure Boot & Signed Firmware: Protects against tampering and unauthorized software—built for secure environments.
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Extra Info
Designed for Discretion
The Axis M3016 is built with aesthetics in mind. Measuring just 101mm in diameter and 43mm deep, it mounts flush to the ceiling, making it barely noticeable. This makes it especially useful for retail settings, healthcare facilities, hotel lobbies, or any indoor area where clean design is a priority.
High Detail, Low Bandwidth
Thanks to a 3MP sensor and Axis Zipstream technology with H.264/H.265 support, this camera captures detailed scenes while keeping your network and storage costs low. Zipstream intelligently reduces the size of video files, especially for scenes with low motion, without compromising critical forensic detail.
Clear Imaging in Tough Lighting
With Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) support, the M3016 handles scenes with both very bright and very dark areas—like windows, entranceways, or store aisles with spotlights. It captures usable video even when the light conditions are far from ideal.
Flexible Integration
The camera supports ONVIF profiles G, S, and T, making it compatible with virtually any major video management software (VMS) or recorder. Whether you're adding it to an Axis-based system or a third-party platform, installation is smooth and scalable.
Audio and Security Features
A built-in microphone allows for basic audio recording and detection, while Axis Secure Boot ensures your camera runs only trusted firmware—key for enterprise-level deployments or locations with sensitive data concerns.
Tech Specs
| Camera Image Sensor |
1/3" progressive scan RGB CMOS |
| Lens |
Fixed lens, 2.4 mm
F2.2, Horizontal FOV: 131°
Vertical FOV: 73°
Diagonal FOV: 151° |
| Minimum Illumination |
Color: 0.25 lux at 50 IRE
B/W: 0.05 lux at 50 IRE |
| Shutter Speed |
1/15,000 s to 1/5 s |
| Video Compression |
H.264 (Main, High profiles)
Motion JPEG
H.265 (Main profile) |
| Resolutions |
2016x1512 to 320x240 (4:3) or 2304x1296 to 640x360 (16:9) |
| Frame Rate |
Up to 30 fps in all resolutions |
| Video Streaming |
Multiple configurable streams
Axis Zipstream technology in H.264 and H.265 |
| Image Settings |
Color, brightness, sharpness, contrast, white balance, exposure control, exposure zones, WDR, rotation, mirroring, text/image overlay, privacy masks |
| Audio |
Built-in microphone
Audio streaming
Audio recording
Audio detection |
| Network Interface |
1x RJ45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX PoE |
| Network Protocols |
IPv4, IPv6, HTTP, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, QoS, FTP, SFTP, CIFS/SMB, SMTP, Bonjour, UPnP™, SNMP v1/v2c/v3 (MIB-II), DNS, NTP, RTSP, RTP, TCP, UDP, IGMP, RTCP, ICMP, |
Q&A
Q: Is the Axis M3016 suitable for outdoor use?
A: No, it’s designed specifically for indoor environments and should not be exposed to weather.
Q: Does it support onboard recording without an NVR?
A: Yes, it has a microSD card slot for local edge storage, perfect for standalone operation or backup.
Q: Can I use this with non-Axis systems?
A: Absolutely. It’s ONVIF-compliant (Profiles G, S, T) and works with most major VMS and NVR systems.
Q: How well does it perform in low light?
A: While it does not have IR for total darkness, it performs well in varied lighting thanks to its Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) capabilities.
Q: Can the microphone be turned off for privacy?
A: Yes, audio recording can be disabled via the camera settings.
Q: How is this camera powered?
A: It uses Power over Ethernet (PoE), simplifying installation by requiring just one cable for power and data.
