Designed for high-performance perimeter protection and industrial monitoring, the Axis Q1942-E offers reliable thermal imaging in any light condition or weather. This bullet-style thermal camera delivers clear detection of people, vehicles, and incidents—even in complete darkness, smoke, or fog. Built to endure extreme environments, it’s ideal for critical infrastructure, data centers, substations, or remote facilities where visible light cameras may fail. The combination of Axis Zipstream, EIS, and powerful analytics makes it a smart addition to your security system.
Features
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Thermal Imaging Precision – Detects heat signatures in total darkness, smoke, or heavy foliage, ideal for 24/7 surveillance.
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Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) – Keeps video smooth even in windy or unstable mounting conditions.
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10mm Thermal Lens – Offers optimized field of view for mid-range detection in open areas and perimeters.
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Axis Zipstream Technology – Reduces bandwidth and storage needs without losing forensic details.
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Reliable in Harsh Environments – IP66/IP67, NEMA 4X, and IK10-rated for dust, water, ice, and impact resistance.
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Q-Series Engineering – Part of Axis’ high-end line, engineered for mission-critical security needs.
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Video Motion Detection & Analytics Support – Integrates with Axis and 3rd-party analytics to trigger alerts and actions.
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Flexible Installation Options – Compatible with a wide range of mounts, accessories, and network setups.
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ONVIF-Compliant – Easily integrates into existing VMS platforms and multi-brand environments.
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Extra Info
See What Other Cameras Can’t
Thermal cameras detect heat rather than visible light, making them effective in complete darkness, heavy shadows, smoke, or camouflaged environments. The Q1942-E uses a 640x480 uncooled microbolometer sensor to accurately detect intruders, vehicles, or anomalies at medium distances—well beyond what standard cameras can perceive in poor lighting.
Reliable in Any Weather
With IP66/IP67, NEMA 4X, and IK10 certifications, the Q1942-E is fully protected against rain, dust, snow, corrosion, and vandalism. A built-in window heater and wide operating temperature range (-40 °C to 60 °C) ensure continuous operation in extreme heat or cold—perfect for mounting on fences, poles, or exposed areas.
Smarter Video, Less Bandwidth
Axis Zipstream intelligently compresses video without sacrificing critical detail, ensuring your recordings maintain quality while using up to 50% less storage. This is ideal for long-term recording or when streaming over bandwidth-limited networks.
Stable Video in Unstable Environments
The built-in Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) minimizes the effects of vibration or camera shake, keeping the image steady and usable—even on poles or towers subject to wind or movement.
Expandable with Smart Analytics
Supports advanced analytics like AXIS Perimeter Defender and third-party ACAP applications. This allows you to trigger alarms, lights, or recording based on behavior such as line crossing, loitering, or area entry—adding automation and intelligence to your surveillance.
Tech Specs
| Camera Type |
Thermal Network Camera |
| Image Sensor |
Uncooled microbolometer
640 x 480 resolution
17 µm pixel pitch |
| Spectral Range |
8–14 µm |
| Lens Options |
10 mm (this model)
Also available in 7 mm, 19 mm, 35 mm |
| Horizontal Field of View |
32° (10 mm lens) |
| Minimum Focus Distance |
1.5 m (5 ft) |
| F-number |
f/1.0 |
| Image Processing |
Electronic image stabilization (EIS)
Pixel noise filter
Dynamic contrast |
| Video Compression |
H.264 (Baseline, Main, High profiles)
Motion JPEG |
| Video Streaming |
Multiple, individually configurable streams
Axis Zipstream technology |
| Frame Rate |
Up to 30 fps (with proprietary format) |
| Video Resolution |
640 x 480 (VGA) |
| Video Analytics |
Motion detection
Audio detection
Tampering alarm
AXIS Perimeter Defender
Support for AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP) |
| Intelligent Video |
Support for third-party analytics
Event triggering and response |
| Event Management |
Edge storage events
External device input
Alarm trigger from analytics or schedule |
| Local Storage |
microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC card slot
Support for recording to network-attached storage (NAS) |
| Security |
HTTPS encryption
IEEE 802.1X
Access list, password protection
Signed firmware, secure boot |
| Network Protocols |
IPv4, IPv6, HTTP, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, FTP, SFTP, CIFS/SMB, SMTP, Bonjour, UPnP™, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, DNS, NTP, RTSP, RTP, TCP, UDP, IGMP, DHCP, ARP, SOCKS, SSH |
| Connectors |
RJ45 Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX PoE |
| Power |
Power over Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af/802.3at Type 1 Class 3 |
| Power Consumption |
Max. 12.95 W |
| Operating Conditions |
-40 °C to 60 °C (-40 °F to 140 °F)
Humidity 10–100% RH (condensing) |
| Storage Conditions |
-40 °C to 65 °C (-40 °F to 149 °F) |
| Certifications |
EN 55032 Class A, EN 55035, EN 61000-6-1/-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 |
| Environmental Ratings |
IP66/IP67
NEMA 4X
IK10 impact resistance |
| Dimensions |
Length: 294 mm (11.6 in)
Diameter: 101 mm (4.0 in) |
| Weight |
2.1 kg (4.6 lb) |
| Included Accessories |
Installation guide
Windows® decoder 1-user license
Connector kit |
| Warranty |
5-year Axis warranty |
Q&A
Q: Can the Q1942-E see in complete darkness?
A: Yes. It uses thermal imaging to detect heat, not light—so it works in total darkness, smoke, or fog.
Q: What environments is this camera best suited for?
A: It’s ideal for perimeter protection in critical infrastructure, utilities, airports, remote facilities, and harsh outdoor locations.
Q: Is this camera weatherproof?
A: Absolutely. It's IP66/IP67, NEMA 4X, and IK10 rated for protection against water, snow, dust, corrosion, and vandalism.
Q: Can it integrate with existing NVRs or VMS systems?
A: Yes. It’s ONVIF Profile S compliant and supports integration with major VMS platforms and third-party analytics.
Q: What lens options are available?
A: The Q1942-E comes with a variety of fixed thermal lens options, including 7mm, 10mm, 19mm, and 35mm. This listing is for the 10mm version.
Q: Is there audio or visible light video with this camera?
A: No. This is a thermal-only camera, with no visible light or audio support. It is purpose-built for thermal detection and monitoring.
