Product Overview
Combining 4K resolution with onboard AI analytics and hardware-rooted cybersecurity, the AXIS M3098-LV is an indoor mini dome camera built for ceiling installations where both image detail and intelligent detection matter. Featuring a fixed 3.76 mm lens at f/2.0, it delivers a 124-degree horizontal field of view that covers wide indoor areas from a single mounting point, making it suited to open-plan offices, retail floor spaces, corridors, reception areas, and similar environments. AXIS Object Analytics comes preinstalled to detect, classify, track, and count people, while the built-in acoustic sensor runs AXIS Audio Analytics to flag sounds including screams, shouts, and glass break events in real time. The camera supports H.265 compression with Axis Zipstream to reduce storage load without discarding forensic detail. Axis Edge Vault provides FIPS 140-3 Level 3 hardware security, including signed video and encrypted filesystem, addressing cybersecurity requirements in enterprise and institutional deployments. The repaintable dome cover allows the camera to blend into ceiling finishes where visual discretion is a priority.
Key Capabilities
8 MP 4K Indoor Coverage
At 3840×2160, the M3098-LV captures enough detail to identify individuals and read signage across wide indoor areas. The 124-degree horizontal field of view means fewer cameras are needed to cover open retail floors, offices, or lobby spaces without losing resolution at the edges of frame.
AXIS Object Analytics
Preinstalled on the camera’s onboard processor, AXIS Object Analytics detects, classifies, tracks, and counts humans without requiring a separate server or software licence. This makes the M3098-LV practical for footfall counting, occupancy monitoring, and triggered recording in retail and commercial environments.
AXIS Audio Analytics
The built-in acoustic sensor runs AXIS Audio Analytics preinstalled, detecting sound classes including screams, shouts, speech, and glass break. This extends the camera’s detection capability beyond line-of-sight and provides early alerts in spaces where visual detection alone may be insufficient, such as stairwells and bathrooms.
Axis Edge Vault Cybersecurity
Axis Edge Vault delivers hardware-rooted cybersecurity certified to FIPS 140-3 Level 3 and CC EAL6+. Signed video, secure boot, and an encrypted filesystem protect footage integrity and prevent unauthorised access. This level of protection is relevant to enterprise, government, and healthcare installations with strict data security obligations.
Zipstream and H.265 Compression
Axis Zipstream combined with H.265 reduces bandwidth and storage requirements significantly compared to standard H.264 streams at the same resolution. For 4K deployments where storage costs scale quickly, this keeps system infrastructure costs manageable without lowering the detail retained in key scenes.
OptimizedIR and f/2.0 Low-Light Performance
The 850 nm OptimizedIR LEDs extend usable night vision to 15 m in indoor environments with low or no ambient light. Paired with the f/2.0 aperture and a minimum illumination of 0.05 lux in B/W mode, the camera maintains usable image quality in poorly lit storage areas, corridors, and after-hours spaces.
Best For
- Open Indoor Areas Requiring Wide Coverage: The 124-degree horizontal field of view at 3.76 mm covers large indoor spaces from a ceiling-mounted position, reducing the number of cameras required across retail floors, waiting rooms, and open-plan offices.
- Enterprise and Institutional Deployments: Axis Edge Vault’s FIPS 140-3 Level 3 and CC EAL6+ certification satisfies cybersecurity requirements in government, healthcare, and education environments where data integrity and device authentication are mandated.
- Footfall Counting and Occupancy Monitoring: AXIS Object Analytics runs onboard, enabling people counting and zone monitoring without additional server licences, making it practical for retailers and venue operators tracking customer movement.
- Spaces Where Audio Detection Adds Value: The acoustic sensor with AXIS Audio Analytics preinstalled provides sound-based alerting in restrooms, stairwells, lifts, and other areas where camera coverage has limitations or restrictions, complementing visual monitoring.
Why Choose the AXIS M3098-LV
The AXIS M3098-LV occupies a specific position in the indoor dome category: 4K resolution combined with preinstalled Object Analytics and Audio Analytics on a single device, without requiring an external analytics server or additional software licences. A basic 4K dome camera records detail but provides no onboard intelligence. The M3098-LV classifies and counts humans, detects acoustic events, and can trigger alerts autonomously, reducing the monitoring burden on operators. The repaintable dome cover addresses aesthetics in environments where camera visibility is a concern. The built-in heater extends reliable operation across the rated 0 to 45-degree Celsius range. Axis Edge Vault’s hardware security layer is a genuine differentiator for buyers in regulated industries. Available through Security Wholesalers, the M3098-LV is suited to installers and system designers specifying cameras for multi-site commercial, healthcare, or institutional projects where both analytics and cybersecurity are non-negotiable requirements.
Buyer Decision Tips
Frame Rate at 4K: The M3098-LV runs at a maximum of 12 to 15 fps when capturing at full 4K (3840×2160). This is sufficient for most indoor monitoring scenarios involving pedestrian movement, but if you require smoother motion capture at high resolution, such as for escalator monitoring or fast-moving queues, consider streaming in 8MP mode where the camera supports up to 30 fps. Plan your recording profile accordingly during system design rather than after installation.
IP42 Rating Confirms Indoor-Only Use: The IP42 rating means the M3098-LV is not designed for outdoor or exposed installations. It is not suitable for undercover car parks, loading docks with water ingress risk, or any environment with direct moisture exposure. If your site has areas where the camera may be exposed to condensation, cleaning water, or external weather, an IP66 or IP67-rated model is the appropriate choice. This camera is designed specifically for controlled indoor ceiling mounting.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Brand |
Axis |
| Model |
AXIS M3098-LV |
| Resolution |
8 MP (3840×2160, 4K UHD) |
| Max Frame Rate |
12/15 fps at 4K; up to 30 fps at 8MP |
| Lens |
Fixed 3.76 mm, f/2.0 aperture |
| Horizontal Field of View |
124 degrees |
| IR Illumination |
OptimizedIR, 850 nm LEDs, up to 15 m range |
| Minimum Illumination |
Colour: 0.19 lux at 50 IRE, F2.0; B/W: 0.05 lux at 50 IRE, F2.0 |
| AI Analytics |
AXIS Object Analytics (detect, classify, track, count humans); AXIS Audio Analytics; Axis Image Health Analytics; Axis Video Motion Detection |
| Acoustic Sensor |
Built-in; detects screams, shouts, glass break, speech |
| Video Compression |
H.265 (HEVC), H.264, Axis Zipstream |
| Cybersecurity |
Axis Edge Vault – FIPS 140-3 Level 3 / CC EAL6+; signed video, secure boot, encrypted filesystem |
| Power |
PoE IEEE 802.3af/802.3at Type 1 Class 3; max 5.9 W; typical 3.4 W |
| Network Connector |
RJ45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T PoE |
| Local Storage |
microSD/SDHC/SDXC card slot |
| IP Rating |
IP42 |
| IK Rating |
IK08 |
| Operating Temperature |
0°C to 45°C |
| Built-in Heater |
Yes |
| ONVIF Compliance |
Profiles G, M, S, T |
| Repaintable Dome |
Yes |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) |
106 x 117 x 76 mm |
| Weight |
302 g |
Ideal Use Cases
Retail Floor Monitoring
The 124-degree field of view and onboard AXIS Object Analytics make the M3098-LV suited to ceiling-mounted retail floor coverage, enabling people counting, dwell-time monitoring, and queue detection without requiring additional analytics software or server infrastructure.
Corporate Office and Reception Areas
The discreet mini dome profile and repaintable cover allow the camera to blend into office ceiling finishes. At 4K, it captures enough detail to identify individuals across wide reception lobbies or open-plan workspaces from a single ceiling mount.
Healthcare Facilities
The M3098-LV’s Axis Edge Vault hardware security and FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certification address data protection requirements in hospitals and clinics. The acoustic sensor’s ability to detect screams and shouting adds a monitoring layer in corridors, waiting areas, and patient rooms.
Educational Institutions
Schools and universities benefit from the camera’s combination of 4K visual detail and audio event detection. AXIS Audio Analytics can alert staff to acoustic events including shouting or glass break in areas where camera-only monitoring may miss incidents occurring out of frame.
Government and High-Security Installations
Signed video and an encrypted filesystem from Axis Edge Vault ensure footage cannot be tampered with and device identity can be verified. This makes the M3098-LV appropriate for government buildings, courthouses, and secure facilities where chain-of-evidence integrity is a formal requirement.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need a ceiling-mounted indoor dome camera with 4K resolution, preinstalled object and audio analytics, and hardware-rooted cybersecurity in a single device – particularly for retail, corporate, healthcare, education, or government environments where both detection intelligence and data integrity are requirements.
- Choose a different model if: Your installation is outdoors or in an environment with moisture exposure – the IP42 rating limits the M3098-LV to controlled indoor locations only. If your site requires outdoor coverage, an IP66-rated bullet, turret, or vandal dome with a higher ingress protection rating is the appropriate choice.
- Choose a different model if: You require smooth motion recording at full 4K frame rates. The M3098-LV is rated at 12 to 15 fps at 4K resolution. For fast-motion indoor environments such as sports facilities or high-traffic turnstiles, a camera with a higher 4K frame rate would be a better fit.
FAQs
- Can the AXIS M3098-LV be used outdoors?
No. The M3098-LV carries an IP42 rating, which protects against solid particles larger than 1 mm and dripping water from directly above but is not rated for outdoor exposure, rain, or spray. It is designed for controlled indoor ceiling installations only. Attempting to use it in exposed outdoor locations will likely void the warranty and risk hardware failure.
- What does AXIS Object Analytics actually do on this camera?
AXIS Object Analytics runs directly on the camera’s CV75 processor without a separate server. It detects and classifies humans, tracks movement across the frame, and can count the number of people entering or occupying a defined zone. Rules can be configured to trigger alarms or recording when defined conditions are met, such as a person entering a restricted area after hours.
- How does the acoustic sensor work, and what sounds does it detect?
The built-in acoustic sensor continuously monitors sound pressure levels and runs AXIS Audio Analytics preinstalled. It is configured to detect specific audio classes including screams, shouts, speech, and glass break events. When a matching sound is detected, it can trigger an alert or recording event. This is useful in areas with limited visual coverage such as stairwells or restrooms.
- What is Axis Edge Vault and why does it matter for this camera?
Axis Edge Vault is a hardware-based security module built into the M3098-LV, certified to FIPS 140-3 Level 3 and CC EAL6+. It enables signed video – meaning each frame is cryptographically verified so tampering can be detected – along with secure boot to prevent unauthorised firmware, and an encrypted filesystem to protect stored data. This level of protection is relevant to deployments in government, healthcare, and financial environments with formal cybersecurity requirements.
- What is the frame rate at 4K resolution, and does it limit the camera’s usefulness?
At full 4K (3840×2160), the M3098-LV captures at 12 to 15 fps depending on configuration. For indoor monitoring of pedestrian movement in offices, retail, and corridors, this frame rate is sufficient. If smoother motion capture is needed, the camera can be set to 8MP mode where it supports up to 30 fps, providing a practical trade-off between resolution and motion smoothness.
- Does the M3098-LV support edge storage, and how much can it hold?
Yes. The camera includes a microSD/SDHC/SDXC card slot for local edge storage. This allows footage to be recorded directly to a card as a primary or backup storage method, useful for sites with intermittent network connectivity or as a redundancy measure. The maximum supported capacity depends on the card specification used. Axis Zipstream and H.265 compression reduce the storage footprint for a given recording duration.
- Where can I purchase the AXIS M3098-LV in Australia, and is it available for trade buyers?
The AXIS M3098-LV is available through Security Wholesalers, which supplies to security installers, integrators, and trade buyers across Australia. It is part of a broader range of Axis network cameras suited to commercial and institutional projects. Contact Security Wholesalers directly for pricing, availability, and volume enquiries.
Additional Information
AXIS 03276-001 Datasheet
