How does the AXIS P4707-PLVE physically cover two directions at once?

The P4707-PLVE houses 2 separate sensor heads, each with its own independently adjustable varifocal lens. During installation each head is physically oriented toward a different direction and optically adjusted within the 3.26-8.12mm range to frame the required field of view. Both heads stream video independently while sharing a single IP address and network connection, so the device registers as one unit on the network.

Can the IR illumination reach both sensor directions at the same time?

Yes. The IR LEDs are distributed across the full 360° arc of the camera housing and are individually controllable. Because the LED array covers all directions rather than projecting from a fixed forward arc, both sensor channels receive night-vision illumination regardless of the specific directions each head is aimed toward. This makes the P4707-PLVE practical for overnight monitoring across two directions without any supplementary IR lighting.

What does Forensic WDR do differently from standard WDR on this camera?

Forensic WDR processes each sensor channel independently and is designed to retain evidentially useful detail in both highlighted and shadowed areas of a scene simultaneously. At a car park entry or building corner, one sensor may face a brightly lit road while the other looks toward a shaded area. Forensic WDR applies dynamic range correction across each channel separately, maintaining usable detail in both the bright and dark regions of each view without manual per-channel exposure adjustment.

Is AXIS Object Analytics running on both sensors at the same time?

Yes. The ARTPEC-8 deep learning processor on the P4707-PLVE runs AXIS Object Analytics and scene metadata generation on both sensor channels simultaneously, entirely at the edge. Object classification, event triggering, and metadata output are active across both video streams without requiring server-side processing, which is a practical advantage on large multi-camera sites where central analytics server capacity is a constraint.

Is the P4707-PLVE suitable for permanent outdoor installation in Australian conditions?

Yes. The P4707-PLVE carries IP66 and IP67 ingress protection ratings confirming full dust sealing and protection against water immersion and sustained heavy rain. The IK10 impact resistance rating confirms the housing withstands physical impact equivalent to the IK10 standard. These ratings make it appropriate for exposed external building corners, outdoor car parks, loading dock entries, and open walkways where weather and physical contact are ongoing conditions.

Does each video stream from the P4707-PLVE count as a separate VMS or NVR channel?

The P4707-PLVE presents as one device on one IP address but produces 2 independent video streams. Whether each stream is counted as a separately licensed channel depends on the VMS or NVR platform in use. Some platforms licence per stream rather than per device. On sites with multiple dual-sensor units deployed, this distinction can have a significant effect on total software cost. Security Wholesalers can assist with configuration planning, and confirming the licensing model with your software vendor before deployment is strongly recommended.

Can one varifocal head be set wide and the other zoomed in at the same time?

Yes. Each head adjusts independently within the 3.26-8.12mm focal range with 2.5x optical zoom and supports remote zoom and focus adjustment over the network. One head can be set to a wide situational frame covering a broad area while the other is zoomed toward a specific point such as a gate, doorway, vehicle entry lane, or service counter. This independent optical control per channel is one of the primary practical advantages of the dual-sensor design for locations with mixed coverage requirements from a single mounting point.

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AXIS P4708-PLVE 2 × 8MP 180° AI Dual-Sensor Panoramic Network Camera with IR

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The AXIS P4708-PLVE is a compact dual-sensor multidirectional panoramic camera designed to monitor two directions simultaneously across corridors, intersections, retail premises, commercial properties, car parks, and outdoor public spaces. Featuring two 8MP 4K channels at up to 30 fps, independently adjustable 3.26-8.12mm varifocal camera heads, 360° OptimizedIR illumination, Lightfinder, and Forensic WDR, it delivers detailed surveillance during daylight, low light, and complete darkness. Its ARTPEC-8 deep-learning processor supports AXIS Object Analytics, scene metadata, remote zoom and focus, and audio input. With Axis Zipstream using H.264/H.265, IP66/IP67 weather protection, IK10 vandal resistance, PoE, edge storage, and Axis Edge Vault, it provides intelligent dual-direction coverage through one device and one IP address.

Key Features

2 x 8MP Dual-Sensor Coverage: Produces two independently adjustable 4K views at up to 30 fps through one camera and one IP address.
360° OptimizedIR Illumination: Uses individually controllable IR LEDs for surveillance in low light and complete darkness.
Deep-Learning Analytics: Supports AXIS Object Analytics and scene metadata for person and vehicle detection, classification, and forensic search.
3.26-8.12mm Varifocal Heads: Provides 2.5x optical zoom with independent remote zoom and focus for each camera head.
Zipstream Compression: Reduces bandwidth and storage consumption while supporting H.264 and H.265 video compression.
Outdoor-Rated Protection: IP66/IP67 weather resistance and IK10 impact protection support installation in exposed environments.

Additional Information

Datasheet and Specifications – AXIS P4708-PLVE Panoramic Camera

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Description

Product SKU: P4708-PLVE

Product Overview

The AXIS P4708-PLVE is an AI-powered dual-sensor panoramic network camera designed to monitor two directions simultaneously from a single mounting location. Featuring 2 x 8MP channels at up to 30 fps through one IP address, it can replace two separately installed cameras at building corners, corridor intersections, car park entrances, loading docks, retail areas, and perimeter access points. Each independently adjustable sensor head incorporates a 3.26-8.12mm varifocal lens with 2.5x optical zoom, remote zoom, and remote focus, allowing one channel to provide wide-area awareness while the second concentrates on a doorway, vehicle lane, counter, gate, or other critical area. The camera combines 360° OptimizedIR illumination with individually controllable LEDs, Axis Lightfinder, and Forensic WDR for clear surveillance during daylight, low light, and complete darkness. Built on the ARTPEC-8 platform, it supports AXIS Object Analytics and detailed scene metadata at the edge, including the detection and classification of people and vehicles. H.264/H.265 Axis Zipstream compression, edge storage, IP66/IP67 weather protection, IK10 impact resistance, and Axis Edge Vault make the P4708-PLVE a powerful option for demanding commercial, industrial, education, transport, and public-space surveillance applications.

Key Capabilities

Dual 8MP Sensors on One IP Address

The P4708-PLVE combines two independently controlled 4K camera channels in one housing and operates through a single IP address and network connection. This can reduce camera quantities, PoE switch-port requirements, mounting hardware, and cable runs while providing two separately framed 8MP video streams.

Independent Varifocal Adjustment

Each sensor head has an independently adjustable 3.26-8.12mm varifocal lens with 2.5x optical zoom, remote zoom, and remote focus. One head can be configured for broad situational coverage while the other is zoomed toward a specific entrance, lane, counter, loading area, or pedestrian approach.

360° OptimizedIR Illumination

Integrated IR LEDs provide 360° illumination around the camera housing and can be individually controlled. This allows effective infrared coverage in both viewing directions, helping the camera deliver clear monochrome footage in very low light and complete darkness without separate illuminators.

AI Analytics Powered by ARTPEC-8

The onboard ARTPEC-8 processor supports deep-learning analytics at the edge. AXIS Object Analytics can detect and classify people, vehicles, and vehicle types, while scene metadata can improve event searching and forensic review in compatible video-management platforms.

Lightfinder and Forensic WDR

Axis Lightfinder helps retain colour and detail in dim environments, while Forensic WDR balances bright and dark portions of high-contrast scenes. These technologies improve evidential detail at entrances, loading areas, car parks, and locations affected by backlighting, shadows, or vehicle headlights.

Zipstream for Dual 4K Video

Axis Zipstream with H.264 and H.265 reduces bandwidth and storage consumption by preserving detail in important moving objects while applying greater compression to less important parts of the image. This helps keep storage requirements manageable across two simultaneous 8MP channels.

Best For

Building Corners and External Perimeters: Two independently adjustable 8MP heads can monitor both sides of a building corner from one camera location. IP66/IP67 weather protection, IK10 impact resistance, and 360° IR make the camera suitable for exposed external applications.
Corridors and T-Junctions: One ceiling-mounted camera can cover two corridor directions simultaneously, reducing device quantities, cabling, ceiling penetrations, and network connections in schools, hospitals, offices, and public buildings.
Car Parks and Loading Areas: One sensor can monitor a vehicle lane while the other covers a pedestrian path, payment point, loading bay, or neighbouring aisle. Forensic WDR helps manage headlights, deep shadows, and mixed indoor-outdoor lighting.
Retail and Commercial Sites: Dual 4K coverage and AXIS Object Analytics can monitor an entrance and a second area such as a checkout, service counter, aisle, or stockroom access point from one camera.

Why Choose the AXIS P4708-PLVE

The AXIS P4708-PLVE provides two independently framed 8MP views from one compact device, making it particularly valuable where two directions must be monitored from the same installation point. Compared with installing two individual cameras, it can reduce mounting hardware, cabling, PoE connections, switch-port consumption, and the number of separately managed network devices. Both sensor heads benefit from independently adjustable varifocal lenses, remote zoom and focus, 360° OptimizedIR, Lightfinder, Forensic WDR, and edge-based analytics. The camera records at up to 30 fps per channel and supports detailed 4K coverage for both wide-angle awareness and closer identification views. ARTPEC-8 processing enables AXIS Object Analytics and scene metadata directly on the camera, while Axis Edge Vault, signed operating system support, and secure boot help protect the device and its stored credentials. With IP66/IP67 and IK10 protection, the P4708-PLVE is suitable for permanent indoor or outdoor deployment in locations where high-resolution dual-direction surveillance is required.

Buyer Decision Tips

Plan Both Viewing Directions Before Installation: Although both sensor heads offer remote zoom and focus, their physical orientation must still be set to match the required viewing directions. Confirm the mounting position, head rotation, target distance, and desired field of view before finalising the cable entry and mounting hardware.

Allow for Two High-Resolution Video Channels: The camera uses one IP address but produces two independent 8MP video channels. Confirm that the selected NVR or VMS supports multidirectional Axis cameras and has sufficient recording-channel capacity, bandwidth, storage, and software licences for both streams.

Check Storage Requirements: Two 8MP streams can generate significant recording data when configured at high frame rates and image-quality settings. Axis Zipstream can substantially reduce consumption, but the final storage requirement will depend on frame rate, compression, scene activity, retention period, and whether recording is continuous or event based.

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Model	AXIS P4708-PLVE
Product Type	Dual-Sensor Multidirectional Panoramic Network Camera
Sensor Configuration	2 x 8MP camera channels
Maximum Resolution	3840 x 2160 per channel
Network Addressing	Single IP address for both sensors
Lens	3.26-8.12mm varifocal lens per sensor head
Optical Zoom	2.5x per sensor head
Remote Adjustment	Remote zoom and remote focus
Horizontal Field of View	Up to 180° combined coverage
Maximum Frame Rate	Up to 25/30 fps
IR Illumination	Built-in 360° OptimizedIR with individually controllable LEDs
Low-Light Technology	Axis Lightfinder
Wide Dynamic Range	Forensic WDR
Processing Platform	ARTPEC-8 with deep-learning processing
Included Analytics	AXIS Object Analytics, AXIS Scene Metadata, and AXIS Video Motion Detection
Compression	H.264, H.265, and Axis Zipstream
Audio	Audio input support for adding compatible audio equipment
Edge Storage	Memory card slot supported
Operating Temperature	-30°C to 50°C
Weather Rating	IP66/IP67
Vandal Rating	IK10
Outdoor Ready	Yes
Power	Power over Ethernet
Cybersecurity	Axis Edge Vault, signed operating system, and secure boot

Ideal Use Cases

External Building Corners

Position the two adjustable sensor heads along different sides of a building to monitor both approaches from one camera. The weather-resistant and impact-resistant housing supports permanent installation in exposed locations.

Corridor Intersections

Install one P4708-PLVE at a corridor intersection or T-junction to capture two independently framed 8MP views. This reduces camera quantities and cabling in schools, hospitals, offices, accommodation facilities, and public buildings.

Car Parks and Vehicle Entrances

Use one channel to cover an entrance or exit lane and the other to monitor a pedestrian crossing, ticketing area, neighbouring aisle, or boom gate. Forensic WDR assists in scenes affected by bright headlights and deep shadows.

Retail and Commercial Areas

One sensor can monitor a customer entrance while the second covers a service counter, aisle, stockroom door, or adjoining area. AXIS Object Analytics provides edge-based detection and classification across the monitored scenes.

Warehouses and Loading Docks

Dual-direction monitoring is well suited to warehouse crossings, loading bays, dispatch areas, and stock-movement routes. One camera can cover intersecting operational areas while reducing the number of installation points and network connections.

Choosing the Right Model

Choose this model if: You require two independently framed 8MP views from one mounting location, particularly at a corner, corridor intersection, vehicle entry, loading area, or split-direction access point. It is also appropriate where reducing camera quantities, cable runs, PoE ports, and managed IP addresses is important.
Choose a different model if: You need complete 360° situational coverage in every direction. A four-sensor multidirectional camera or fisheye camera may be more suitable. If only one direction needs surveillance, a conventional fixed or varifocal dome camera will generally provide a more economical solution.

FAQs

1. How does the AXIS P4708-PLVE monitor two directions at once?
  The camera contains two separate 8MP sensor heads. Each head can be physically aimed and optically adjusted independently while both channels operate through the same device and IP address. This allows the camera to provide two different views from one mounting point.

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1. Does the P4708-PLVE provide 16MP total resolution?
  “`The camera has two separate 8MP channels, each supporting resolution up to 3840 x 2160. It should be treated as two independent 4K video streams rather than one stitched 16MP image.

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1. Can one head provide a wide view while the other is zoomed in?
  “`Yes. Each sensor head has its own 3.26-8.12mm varifocal lens with 2.5x optical zoom, remote zoom, and remote focus. The two channels can therefore be configured with different fields of view to suit separate monitoring objectives.

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1. Can the IR illumination cover both viewing directions?
  “`Yes. The P4708-PLVE incorporates 360° OptimizedIR illumination with individually controllable LEDs. This arrangement allows infrared illumination to support both sensor directions, including when the heads are aimed toward different sides of the installation point.

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1. What objects can AXIS Object Analytics detect?
  “`AXIS Object Analytics can detect and classify people, vehicles, and different vehicle types. Detection rules and supported classifications depend on the selected analytics scenario and camera configuration.

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1. Is the P4708-PLVE suitable for outdoor installation?
  “`Yes. It is outdoor ready and carries IP66/IP67 weather protection and an IK10 vandal-resistance rating. Its specified operating-temperature range is -30°C to 50°C.

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1. Does it have a built-in microphone?
  “`The camera supports audio input, allowing compatible external audio equipment to be added. Audio accessories and any legally required notices or consent arrangements should be considered separately.

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1. Will it use one or two NVR channels?
  “`The camera operates through one IP address but supplies two independent video channels. Channel usage and licensing depend on the NVR or video-management platform. Confirm multidirectional-camera support and licensing requirements before deployment.

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How much recording storage does it require?
“`Storage requirements depend on the bitrate, frame rate, image quality, compression, scene activity, recording schedule, and retention period selected for both 8MP channels. Axis Zipstream can reduce bandwidth and storage use, but both streams must be included when calculating capacity.

Additional Information

Official AXIS P4708-PLVE Product Information and Datasheet

SKU: P4708-PLVE Categories: AXIS Communications CCTV, AXIS Dome Cameras, Axis Panoramic Cameras