Product SKU: P3245-LV
Product Overview
Designed for indoor ceiling mounting in commercial and institutional environments, the AXIS P3245-LV is an IK10-rated dome camera delivering HDTV 1080p resolution across a varifocal 3.4 – 8.9mm lens with remote zoom and focus adjustment. This capability eliminates the need for manual lens tuning once the camera is mounted, which is particularly useful in installations where physical access to the camera housing is inconvenient after commissioning. Featuring Lightfinder 2.0, Forensic WDR, and OptimizedIR illumination, the P3245-LV maintains usable video in low-light and high-contrast scenes typical of retail floors, reception areas, and corridor intersections. Zipstream technology with H.264 and H.265 support reduces bandwidth and storage overhead without compromising recorded detail. Two-way audio and a supervised digital input/output add operational capability for access-triggered responses and on-site communication. Please note: the AXIS P3245-LV has been discontinued and is replaced by the AXIS P3265-LV.
Key Capabilities
Remote Varifocal Lens
The 3.4 – 8.9mm varifocal lens supports remote zoom and focus adjustment from the management software, removing the requirement to physically reopen the housing after installation. This is a practical time-saver in mounted ceiling positions or locked enclosures.
Lightfinder 2.0
AXIS Lightfinder 2.0 captures more natural colour rendition and sharper detail of moving subjects in low-light indoor conditions, such as dimly lit corridors, stairwells, and after-hours retail floors where standard cameras produce washed-out or blurry results.
Forensic WDR
Forensic WDR handles high-contrast scenes common in entrances and reception areas where bright outdoor light floods through windows behind subjects. It processes both bright and dark zones simultaneously to maintain readable detail across the full frame.
IK10 Vandal Resistance
The IK10 rating means the camera housing withstands significant impact force, making it appropriate for public-facing indoor spaces such as lift lobbies, school corridors, and retail areas where deliberate or accidental contact with the camera is a realistic risk.
Zipstream Compression
Zipstream with H.264 and H.265 support dynamically reduces the bitrate for areas of low activity while retaining full detail for motion events. In multi-camera indoor installations, this meaningfully reduces NVR storage consumption and network load over time.
Two-Way Audio and I/O
Built-in two-way audio with audio analytics allows operators to monitor and communicate through the camera in real time. The supervised digital input and output support integration with access control triggers, door release, or alarm relays at the installation point.
Best For
- Retail and Commercial Interiors: The combination of Forensic WDR and Lightfinder 2.0 handles the mixed lighting typical of retail floors, entrances, and service counters where contrast between interior and exterior light is constant.
- Corridors and Lift Lobbies: The IK10 housing and ceiling dome profile suit narrow indoor spaces where the camera may be within reach and where a low-profile, tamper-resistant form factor is required.
- Schools and Institutional Buildings: Two-way audio and supervised I/O enable communication and alarm integration in high-traffic public-access areas where staff oversight from a central point is operationally useful.
- Multi-Camera Indoor Systems Requiring Storage Efficiency: Zipstream support across H.264 and H.265 makes this camera practical for installations where NVR capacity or network bandwidth is a constraint across a larger camera count.
Why Choose the AXIS P3245-LV
The AXIS P3245-LV differentiates itself from basic fixed-lens indoor domes through its remote varifocal adjustment, which allows the field of view to be fine-tuned after physical installation without reopening the housing. This is a genuine installation efficiency advantage in ceiling-mounted or height-restricted locations. The Lightfinder 2.0 technology goes beyond standard low-light sensitivity by preserving colour accuracy and motion clarity, not just brightness, which is relevant in spaces with variable or inadequate artificial lighting. Forensic WDR adds further resilience in entrance and window-adjacent scenes that defeat single-exposure sensors. The IK10 housing extends the camera’s suitability into public-access zones without requiring a separate protective cover. Signed firmware and secure boot provide a layer of cyber-hardening not common in entry-level dome cameras. Available through Security Wholesalers, the P3245-LV is a legacy model now replaced by the AXIS P3265-LV, making it relevant primarily where existing stock is being deployed.
Buyer Decision Tips
Discontinued Status: The AXIS P3245-LV has been discontinued by AXIS Communications and is replaced by the AXIS P3265-LV. If you are specifying a new installation or require long-term firmware support and spare availability, the P3265-LV is the current recommended replacement. The P3245-LV remains deployable for existing stock or legacy system matching where the feature set is sufficient.
Lens Range and Field of View: The 3.4 – 8.9mm varifocal range gives a horizontal field of view between 100 and 36 degrees. For wide open-plan areas requiring coverage beyond 100 degrees at ceiling height, a wider lens or additional camera position may be needed. For corridors and focused zone coverage, the narrower end of the range provides tighter framing with more usable detail.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
AXIS P3245-LV |
| Resolution |
1920×1080 (HDTV 1080p) to 160×90 |
| Image Sensor |
1/2.8″ progressive scan RGB CMOS |
| Lens |
3.4 – 8.9mm varifocal, F1.8, remote zoom and focus |
| Horizontal Field of View |
100 – 36 degrees |
| Vertical Field of View |
53 – 20 degrees |
| Low-Light Technology |
Lightfinder 2.0, OptimizedIR |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
Forensic WDR |
| Video Compression |
H.265, H.264 with Zipstream |
| Day/Night |
Yes, mechanical IR cut filter |
| Audio |
Two-way audio, audio analytics |
| I/O |
Supervised digital input, digital output |
| IP/Impact Rating |
IP52, IK10 |
| Power |
PoE IEEE 802.3af / 802.3at, 10.7W maximum |
| Memory |
1024MB RAM, 512MB flash |
| Security Features |
Signed firmware, secure boot |
| Housing Type |
Indoor dome |
| Product Status |
Discontinued – replaced by AXIS P3265-LV |
Ideal Use Cases
Reception and Lobby Areas
Forensic WDR manages the contrast between bright external windows and darker interior zones at entry points. The varifocal lens allows the coverage zone to be adjusted to focus on the counter, door, or waiting area without camera repositioning.
Lift Lobbies and Corridors
The IK10-rated dome housing is appropriate for narrow, high-traffic indoor passages where cameras are within reach of occupants. The ceiling-mounted dome profile keeps the installation tidy and the housing protected against contact or deliberate interference.
Retail Floor Monitoring
Lightfinder 2.0 maintains colour accuracy and motion sharpness on the retail floor during trading hours and in after-hours low-light conditions. The 1080p resolution supports usable detail capture across standard aisle and counter coverage distances.
Schools and Institutional Facilities
Two-way audio and supervised digital I/O allow integration with door access or alarm systems and enable real-time communication from a control room. The IK10 housing withstands the physical environment of school corridors and common areas.
Multi-Camera Commercial Installations
Zipstream with H.264 and H.265 reduces per-camera storage and bandwidth requirements significantly across a larger camera deployment. This makes the P3245-LV practical for sites where NVR capacity and network infrastructure are shared across many camera positions.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You have existing stock of the AXIS P3245-LV to deploy, or you are matching cameras to an existing installation that uses this model. The remote varifocal lens, IK10 housing, Forensic WDR, and Lightfinder 2.0 remain fully functional and appropriate for indoor commercial ceiling installations.
- Choose a different model if: You are specifying a new installation from scratch. The AXIS P3245-LV is discontinued, and the current replacement is the AXIS P3265-LV, which provides updated features and ongoing firmware and support availability from AXIS Communications.
- Choose a different model if: Your installation is outdoors or in a wet area. The P3245-LV carries an IP52 rating, which covers indoor dust and drip resistance only. A camera rated to IP66 or IP67 is required for any exposed outdoor or wash-down environment.
FAQs
- Is the AXIS P3245-LV still available to purchase?
The P3245-LV has been discontinued by AXIS Communications. It has been replaced by the AXIS P3265-LV. Units may still be available as existing stock through Security Wholesalers, but for new installations requiring long-term firmware support and warranty coverage, the AXIS P3265-LV is the recommended current model.
- What does the IK10 rating mean for an indoor dome camera?
IK10 is the highest impact resistance rating under the IEC 62262 standard, indicating the housing can withstand 20 joules of impact force. For an indoor dome like the P3245-LV, this means the camera is appropriate for corridors, lift lobbies, retail areas, and schools where the housing may be within reach and subject to contact or deliberate interference.
- How does the remote varifocal lens work on the P3245-LV?
The 3.4 – 8.9mm varifocal lens can be adjusted for zoom and focus remotely through the AXIS management software once the camera is physically mounted. This removes the need to reopen the dome housing after installation to fine-tune coverage, which is a practical advantage when the camera is ceiling-mounted at height or in a fixed enclosure.
- Does the AXIS P3245-LV support two-way audio?
Yes. The P3245-LV includes two-way audio capability with audio analytics support. Operators can both listen to audio at the camera location and communicate through the camera in real time. Audio analytics can be configured to detect specific audio events and trigger responses through the camera’s digital output.
- What compression formats does the P3245-LV support and how does Zipstream help?
The camera supports H.264 and H.265 encoding, both with AXIS Zipstream. Zipstream dynamically lowers the bitrate during low-activity periods while maintaining full detail when motion or relevant events occur. In a multi-camera deployment this reduces storage and bandwidth consumption substantially compared to fixed-bitrate streaming at the same resolution.
- Is the AXIS P3245-LV suitable for outdoor installation?
No. The P3245-LV is rated IP52, which provides protection against dust particles and dripping water in a near-vertical direction only. It is not suitable for outdoor environments, exposed eave mounting, or areas subject to rain, spray, or condensation. A camera with a minimum IP66 rating should be used in any outdoor application.
- What power supply does the AXIS P3245-LV require?
The P3245-LV is powered by Power over Ethernet, supporting both IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at PoE standards. Maximum power draw is 10.7W. A compatible PoE switch or injector supplying at least 802.3af (15.4W available per port) is sufficient for most deployments of this camera.
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