The AXIS Q6318-LE is a powerful PTZ camera with 4K UHD resolution, laser focus, and advanced analytics for wide-area surveillance. It features 31x optical zoom, lightning-fast quick-zoom, IR illumination, and precision tracking—ideal for city surveillance, airports, and large outdoor spaces. Built tough for any weather, it delivers excellent performance in complete darkness or challenging lighting conditions.
Features
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4K UHD Resolution – Captures ultra-sharp images at 3840x2160 resolution.
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31x Optical Zoom with Quick-Zoom – Moves from wide to tele view in under 1 second.
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Laser Focus + Lightfinder 2.0 – Ensures rapid and accurate focusing, even in low light.
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IR Illumination up to 200 m – Delivers clear visibility in pitch darkness.
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Autotracking 2 with Orientation Aid – Seamlessly follows moving objects with click-and-track support.
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AXIS Object Analytics – Detects and classifies humans and vehicles with scenario-based detection.
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Rugged Design – IK10, IP66/IP67, and NEMA 4X-rated for harsh outdoor conditions.
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Trusted Platform Module (TPM) – FIPS 140-2 Level 2 certified cybersecurity hardware.
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Secure & Smart – Features Axis Edge Vault, signed firmware, secure boot, and encrypted storage.
What's Included:
- AXIS Q6318-LE PTZ Camera
- 60W High PoE Midspan (including power cable)
- IP66-rated network connector
- Installation guide
- Windows® decoder license (1-user)
- Paint template and paper
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Key Info
Perfect for City Surveillance and Outdoor Monitoring
Thanks to its 4K UHD clarity, 31x zoom, and IR range over 200 meters, the AXIS Q6318-LE is ideal for monitoring public spaces, perimeters, and large campuses. It offers quick setup, AI-based tracking, and excellent performance in all conditions.
Seamless and Smart Surveillance
1: AXIS Q6318-LE PTZ, 2: AXIS Camera Station, 3: Third-party VMS
A: IP-based deployment, B: Smart event triggers and secure integration
This PTZ camera integrates effortlessly with Axis Camera Station and other VMS platforms. You get instant PTZ control, advanced event triggers, and edge-based analytics—all secured with built-in TPM and Axis Edge Vault.
Fast, Accurate Target Tracking
With fast pan/tilt and zoom, laser focus, and autotracking 2, this camera can follow fast-moving vehicles and people precisely—making it perfect for mission-critical surveillance.
Clear Images in Any Condition
Equipped with industry-leading technologies:
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Lightfinder 2.0 for full-color visibility in near darkness
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Optimised IR for covert infrared illumination
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Forensic WDR for high-contrast scenes
Built for All-Weather, All-Day Operation
Rugged and weather-resistant with:
- IK10, IP66/IP67, and NEMA 4X ratings
- Arctic Temperature Control: Operates from -50 °C to 74 °C
- 200+ meter IR range with smart illumination
- Repaintable aluminum casing and polycarbonate dome
Cybersecurity Built-In
Stay protected with:
- TPM 2.0 (FIPS 140-2 Level 2)
- Axis Edge Vault
- Secure boot, signed OS, SD card encryption (AES-XTS 256-bit)
- Support for MACsec, IEEE 802.1X, and secure certificates
License Plate Reading & Object Detection
Supports:
- AXIS Object Analytics for human/vehicle classification
- Scene metadata for license plate and vehicle type detection
- Up to 10 custom detection scenarios with bounding boxes, trajectories, and privacy zones
Tech Specs
| Specification |
Details |
| **Camera** |
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| Image Sensor |
1/2” progressive scan CMOS |
| Lens |
6.91 – 214.64 mm, F1.36–F4.6 |
| Horizontal FOV |
58.5° – 2.3° |
| Vertical FOV |
34.9° – 1.4° |
| Focus |
Laser focus, autofocus, P-iris |
| Zoom |
31x optical, 12x digital (372x total) |
| Day/Night Functionality |
Removable IR-cut filter |
| Min. Illumination (Color) |
0.11 lux at 30 IRE, F1.360.25 lux at 50 IRE, F1.36 |
| Min. Illumination (B/W) |
0.001 lux at 30 IRE, F1.360.009 lux at 50 IRE, F1.360 lux with IR on |
| Shutter Speed |
1/8500 s to 1/5 s (50/60 Hz) |
| PTZ Capabilities |
Pan: 360° endless, 0.05°–550°/sTilt: +20 to -90°, 0.05°–500°/sQuick-Zoom: <1 sec |
| Presets |
300 preset positions, 10 recorded tours, guard tours |
| SoC |
ARTPEC-7 |
| Memory |
2048 MB RAM, 512 MB Flash |
| Compute Capabilities |
Machine Learning Processing Unit (MLPU) |
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| **Video** |
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| Resolution |
Up to 3840x2160 (4K UHD) |
| Frame Rate |
Up to 25/30 fps (50/60 Hz) |
| Compression |
H.264, H.265, Motion JPEG |
| Streaming |
Multi-stream, Zipstream, VBR/ABR/MBR, low-latency mode |
| Image Settings |
WDR (up to 120 dB), EIS, defog, freeze-on-PTZ, scene profiles, rotation, privacy masks (32 polygon zones), color, brightness, sharpness, local contrast |
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| **Network & Security** |
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| Network Protocols |
IPv4, IPv6, HTTP, HTTPS, HTTP/2, TLS, FTP, CIFS/SMB, SMTP, mDNS, UPnP, SNMP, DNS, DDNS, NTP, RTSP, RTP, SRTP, TCP, UDP, MQTT, SSH, SIP, MACsec, IEEE 802.1X, etc. |
| Cybersecurity Features |
TPM 2.0 (FIPS 140-2 Level 2), Axis Edge Vault, signed OS & firmware, secure boot, encrypted SD storage, HTTPS, firewall, MACsec |
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| **Analytics** |
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| Included Applications |
AXIS Object Analytics, AXIS Scene Metadata, Video Motion Detection, Orientation Aid PTZ, Autotracking 2 |
| Supported Applications |
AXIS License Plate Verifier, AXIS Perimeter Defender |
| Detection Capabilities |
Humans, vehicles, license plates, line crossing, object in area, time in area, bounding boxes, perspective config |
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| **General** |
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| IR Illumination |
Optimised IR, 850 nm IR LEDs, up to 200 m range |
| Power |
High PoE (60W), IEEE802.3bt Type 3 Class 6Typical 15W (no IR), Max 51W |
| Storage |
microSD/SDHC/SDXC with AES-256 encryption, NAS support |
| Operating Conditions |
Full Power: -50 °C to 50 °CLow Power: -5 °C to 50 °CMax: 74 °C (NEMA TS 2), 10–100% RH (condensing) |
| Storage Conditions |
-40 °C to 65 °C, 5–95% RH (non-condensing) |
| Dimensions |
Height: 261 mmØ 239 mm (with weather shield) |
| Weight |
4800 g (10.6 lb) |
| Casing |
Repaintable aluminum, IK10, IP66/IP67, NEMA 4X |
| Certifications |
FIPS 140-2, ETSI EN 303 645, IEC/EN/UL 62368-1, VCCI, FCC, CE, etc. |
| Included Accessories |
Installation guide, 60W Midspan, Windows decoder license, IP66 connector, paint tools |
| Optional Accessories |
AXIS Mounts, Surveillance Cards, Wireless Installation Tool |
| VMS Support |
AXIS Companion, AXIS Camera Station, 3rd-party VMS |
| Warranty |
5-year warranty |
Q&A
Q: Can it handle fast movement and zoom at the same time?
A: Yes, the Quick-Zoom and Autotracking 2 make it ideal for following fast-moving subjects.
Q: Does it support 24/7 operation in all weather?
A: Absolutely. With IP66/IP67, IK10, NEMA 4X, and arctic control, it’s built for continuous outdoor use.
Q: Is license plate detection supported?
A: Yes, it supports AXIS License Plate Verifier and captures vehicle details accurately, even at long distances.
Q: What cybersecurity features are included?
A: The camera features TPM 2.0, secure boot, signed firmware, Axis Edge Vault, and more.
Q: What is the max IR range?
A: The built-in Optimised IR LEDs reach over 200 meters, depending on the scene.
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