Product SKU: P4705-PLVE
Product Overview
Wide-area monitoring across a corridor intersection, building corner, or outdoor access point often demands two separate cameras. The AXIS P4705-PLVE solves this with two individually adjustable 2MP sensors in one compact outdoor unit, delivering dual-direction coverage through a single IP address and one cable run. Featuring a 3.26-8.12mm varifocal lens range, 2.5x zoom with remote focus on both heads, 360° IR illumination with individually controllable LEDs, Axis Lightfinder, and Forensic WDR, it captures usable footage across varied lighting conditions day and night. Built on ARTPEC-8, it supports analytics with deep learning on both sensors via AXIS Object Analytics, enabling detection and classification of humans, vehicles, and vehicle types. With IP66/IP67 weather protection, IK10 vandal resistance, Axis Zipstream compression, and edge storage support, the P4705-PLVE is suited to commercial, industrial, education, and public-space installations where dual-direction surveillance from one mounting point is the priority.
Key Capabilities
Dual 2MP Sensors on One IP Address
Two independently adjustable 2MP camera heads operate through one IP address, one cable, and one VMS licence point. For installers covering building corners, corridor intersections, or split-direction access points, this directly reduces cabling, switch port usage, mounting hardware, and ongoing licensing overhead.
360° IR with Individually Controllable LEDs
Built-in 360° IR illumination supports clear black-and-white footage in low light and complete darkness. Individual LED control allows illumination to be optimised per scene rather than applying a blanket IR output, which helps avoid overexposure on nearby surfaces while still reaching further distances.
Deep Learning Analytics on Both Sensors
ARTPEC-8 processing enables analytics with deep learning to run simultaneously across both camera channels. AXIS Object Analytics can detect and classify humans, vehicles, and vehicle types on either view, reducing irrelevant motion alerts and improving the speed and accuracy of forensic event searches.
2.5x Varifocal Zoom with Remote Focus
The 3.26-8.12mm lens range and 2.5x zoom allow each sensor to be framed independently at installation. Remote zoom and focus mean installers can fine-tune both views from the VMS or browser without physical lens adjustment, which is particularly useful when the camera is mounted at height or in a difficult-to-reach location.
Lightfinder, Forensic WDR, and Zipstream
Axis Lightfinder captures colour images in near-darkness, while Forensic WDR handles scenes with strong contrast between bright and shadowed areas. Zipstream with H.264/H.265 reduces the storage and bandwidth load of running 2 simultaneous video streams, keeping infrastructure requirements practical across multi-camera deployments.
Best For
- Building Corners and Intersections: Two independently adjustable sensors allow the camera to face two separate directions from one wall-mounted position, covering both sides of a corner or corridor split without a second camera and cable run.
- Outdoor Access Points with Night Monitoring Requirements: 360° IR illumination, Lightfinder, and IP66/IP67 weatherproofing make the P4705-PLVE a practical fit for entrances, driveways, loading areas, and outdoor walkways that operate around the clock.
- Sites Where Analytics Accuracy Matters: Deep learning analytics running on both sensors support human and vehicle classification, making this camera useful for schools, retail sites, commercial car parks, and facilities where reducing false alerts from motion detection is a priority.
- Projects Where Cabling and Licensing Costs Are a Factor: One IP address and one PoE connection for two views can lower the total installed cost compared with deploying 2 individual cameras across multiple monitoring points on larger sites.
Why Choose the AXIS P4705-PLVE
The AXIS P4705-PLVE occupies a specific position in the Axis camera range: a compact dual-sensor outdoor camera that delivers two independent 2MP views from one device. Where a single fixed camera cannot cover a corner, intersection, or split-direction access point without a second installation, the P4705-PLVE handles both directions from one mounting bracket, one cable, and one IP address. The ARTPEC-8 processor supports deep learning analytics on both sensors simultaneously, not just the primary channel. Combined with 360° IR, Forensic WDR, Lightfinder, and Zipstream compression, it is built for sustained outdoor operation in demanding real-world conditions. The 2.5x remote zoom and focus on each head give installers practical framing flexibility without requiring physical access after mounting. Available through Security Wholesalers, the P4705-PLVE suits commercial, industrial, education, and public-space projects where dual-direction coverage, analytics accuracy, and efficient installation costs all matter.
Buyer Decision Tips
Sensor Count vs Resolution Trade-off: The P4705-PLVE provides two 2MP channels at up to 1920 x 1080 per sensor. If a site requires higher per-channel resolution such as 4MP or 8MP for detailed identification at distance, a single high-resolution fixed camera may serve that specific point better. The P4705-PLVE’s strength is dual-direction efficiency, not maximum per-channel resolution.
Sensor Positioning and Site Planning: Each camera head on the P4705-PLVE can be rotated and adjusted independently, but coverage is still limited to 2 directions. For locations requiring 3 or more directions from one point, a higher-channel multidirectional camera or a separate unit at the third direction would be required. Confirm the number of coverage angles needed before committing to this model on complex junctions or multi-wing intersections.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
AXIS P4705-PLVE |
| Product Type |
Dual-Sensor Outdoor Multidirectional Network Camera |
| Sensor Configuration |
2 x 2MP camera channels |
| Image Sensor |
1/2.8″ CMOS |
| Maximum Video Resolution |
1920 x 1080 per channel |
| Maximum Frame Rate |
Up to 60 fps |
| Lens Range |
3.26-8.12mm varifocal |
| Zoom |
2.5x optical zoom |
| Horizontal Field of View |
Up to 180° |
| Vertical Field of View |
55.42°-21.98° |
| Remote Zoom and Focus |
Yes, on both sensors |
| Minimum Illumination |
0.15 lux colour / 0 lux black and white with IR |
| Low-Light Technology |
Axis Lightfinder |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
Forensic WDR |
| IR Illumination |
360° IR with individually controllable LEDs |
| Compression |
H.264, H.265, Axis Zipstream |
| Analytics |
AXIS Object Analytics, AXIS Scene Metadata, AXIS Video Motion Detection – deep learning on both sensors |
| Audio Support |
Audio input supported |
| Local Storage |
Memory card slot supported |
| Power |
Power over Ethernet (PoE) |
| IP Rating |
IP66, IP67 |
| Vandal Rating |
IK10 |
| Operating Temperature |
-30 °C to 50 °C |
| Cybersecurity |
Signed OS, secure boot |
| Sustainability |
BFR/CFR free, PVC free |
Ideal Use Cases
Building Corners
The two independently adjustable camera heads can be rotated to face opposite sides of an external corner, providing two separate 2MP views from one wall-mounted installation. This is directly suited to building perimeters, external walls, and property boundaries where two-direction visibility from one point is the goal.
Corridors and Indoor Intersections
For schools, hospitals, offices, and commercial buildings where corridor intersections require monitoring in two directions, the P4705-PLVE delivers both views from one device. The IK10 rating and compact housing also make it suitable for high-traffic internal passages where tampering is a risk.
Car Parks and Vehicle Access Points
360° IR illumination and 0 lux black-and-white capability support clear night footage in car parks where lighting is inconsistent. Deep learning analytics can classify vehicles and pedestrians on both sensors, making the camera useful for entry lanes, pedestrian crossings, and outdoor access roads.
Retail and Commercial Entrances
Mounting one P4705-PLVE above a store entrance can cover both the entry approach and an adjacent area such as a service counter or side aisle. The 2.5x zoom allows each sensor to be framed precisely, and AXIS Object Analytics can provide people counting or direction detection data for operational use.
Warehouses and Loading Areas
Loading docks and warehouse entries often require coverage of both the bay area and an adjacent outdoor approach. The IP66/IP67 weatherproofing and -30 °C to 50 °C operating range support reliable use in industrial environments where temperature swings, dust, and moisture are common.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need to monitor 2 separate directions from one outdoor installation point and want deep learning analytics running simultaneously on both sensors, without deploying 2 separate cameras, cables, and IP addresses.
- Choose a different model if: You need coverage of 3 or more directions from a single mounting point – a higher-channel multidirectional or fisheye panoramic camera would be better suited for multi-wing intersections or open-area overviews requiring more than 2 adjustable views.
- Choose a different model if: The monitoring point requires high-resolution identification at significant distance – a single-sensor camera with 4MP or higher resolution and a longer focal length would provide more pixel density per target than a 2MP dual-sensor unit at the same range.
- Choose this model if: Installation cost efficiency matters across a multi-point project. Replacing 2-camera corner installations with one P4705-PLVE unit reduces cabling, switch ports, mounting hardware, and VMS licence count at each location.
FAQs
- How do the two sensors on the AXIS P4705-PLVE work independently?
Each of the 2 camera heads can be physically rotated and adjusted to point in a different direction. Each sensor has its own 3.26-8.12mm varifocal lens with 2.5x zoom and remote focus, meaning framing, zoom level, and focus can be set independently for each view from the browser or VMS without physically touching the lens after mounting.
- Does deep learning analytics run on both sensors at the same time?
Yes. The ARTPEC-8 processor supports analytics with deep learning across both camera channels simultaneously. AXIS Object Analytics can detect and classify humans, vehicles, and vehicle types on either or both views concurrently, which is a practical advantage over dual-sensor cameras that only support analytics on one channel at a time.
- What does 360° IR illumination mean on a 2-sensor camera?
The 360° IR describes the coverage arc of the built-in IR LEDs around the camera housing, not a full 360° panoramic video view. Individually controllable LEDs allow the IR output to be directed and balanced across the scene rather than applying uniform illumination in all directions, which helps optimise visibility for whichever directions the 2 sensors are aimed.
- Can the AXIS P4705-PLVE be used in very cold or hot conditions?
Yes. The P4705-PLVE is rated for operation from -30 °C to 50 °C, making it suitable for outdoor Australian environments including areas with hot summers or cold winters. Combined with IP66/IP67 weatherproofing and IK10 vandal resistance, it is built for sustained outdoor use in exposed commercial and industrial locations.
- How does Zipstream help when running 2 video streams from one camera?
Axis Zipstream with H.264/H.265 reduces bandwidth and storage demand by dynamically adjusting compression based on scene activity. For a dual-sensor camera producing 2 simultaneous video streams, this is particularly useful as the combined storage and network load of both channels is significantly reduced compared with standard H.264 compression at equivalent quality settings.
- Is the AXIS P4705-PLVE suited for indoor installations as well as outdoor?
Yes. While the IP66/IP67 and IK10 ratings make it well suited to outdoor use, the compact housing and IK10 vandal resistance also make it a practical option for indoor corridor intersections, lift lobbies, school passages, and commercial hallways where the durability of an outdoor-rated camera is an advantage in high-traffic or high-risk internal areas.
- Where can I find the AXIS P4705-PLVE in Australia?
The AXIS P4705-PLVE is part of the Security Wholesalers range, available to security installers and integrators across Australia. The product datasheet is available via the link in the Additional Information section below for full technical reference before specifying or purchasing.
Additional Information
