Product SKU: M3086-V
Product Overview
For indoor spaces that demand wide-angle coverage alongside genuine on-camera intelligence, the Axis M3086-V delivers 4 MP resolution in a compact, ceiling-mounted mini dome profile suited to retail, healthcare, corporate, and transport environments. Featuring a fixed 2.4 mm lens with a 130 x 93 degree field of view and factory-set focus, installation requires no manual adjustment, making it well suited to high-density deployments. Built with a deep learning processing unit (DLPU), the M3086-V runs AXIS Object Analytics directly on the edge, classifying people and vehicles and generating searchable metadata without relying on server-side processing. Its Lightfinder technology captures usable colour imagery down to 0.19 lux, transitioning to black-and-white at 0.03 lux, while Wide Dynamic Range of up to 120 dB maintains contrast in mixed-light environments. Axis Zipstream with H.264 and H.265 reduces bandwidth and storage overhead, and Axis Edge Vault provides hardware-level cybersecurity including secure boot and a signed operating system. Rated IK08 for impact resistance and IP42 for dust and drip protection, the M3086-V is designed for discreet indoor ceiling use with a 5-year warranty.
Key Capabilities
Deep Learning Processing Unit
The on-board DLPU runs AXIS Object Analytics at the edge, classifying people, vehicles, and other objects without requiring a dedicated analytics server. This enables fast forensic searches using metadata attached at the point of capture, reducing review time in busy environments.
130-Degree Wide-Angle Fixed Lens
The 2.4 mm fixed lens provides a 130 x 93 degree field of view with factory focus, covering large indoor floor areas from a single ceiling mount. No manual lens adjustment is required, which simplifies installation across multiple locations and reduces commissioning time.
Lightfinder Low-Light Imaging
Lightfinder technology produces colour images at illumination levels as low as 0.19 lux, maintaining usable footage in dimly lit reception areas, corridors, and after-hours environments. The camera transitions to black-and-white mode at 0.03 lux for continued visibility in near-darkness.
120 dB Wide Dynamic Range
With WDR rated up to 120 dB, the M3086-V handles scenes where bright windows, skylights, or doorways create strong contrast against shadowed indoor areas. Detail is retained simultaneously in both bright and dark portions of the frame, which is valuable in retail, transit, and lobby environments.
Axis Zipstream with H.264 and H.265
Zipstream dynamically reduces bitrate in areas of low activity while preserving full detail around objects of interest. Combined with H.265 compression, this significantly lowers storage and bandwidth requirements across multi-camera deployments, making it practical to run higher camera counts on existing infrastructure.
Axis Edge Vault Cybersecurity
Axis Edge Vault provides hardware-based security including a hardware secure element, signed operating system, and secure boot process. This protects the camera from firmware tampering and unauthorised access, which is particularly relevant in healthcare, government, and corporate installations where device integrity is a compliance consideration.
Best For
- Wide Indoor Coverage from a Single Mount: The 130-degree field of view from a fixed 2.4 mm lens covers large floor areas such as checkout zones, waiting rooms, and lobbies from a single ceiling position, reducing the number of cameras needed.
- Edge Analytics Without a Dedicated Server: The DLPU runs AXIS Object Analytics locally on the camera, enabling object classification and metadata generation at the point of capture, which is practical where server-side analytics infrastructure is not available or is cost-prohibitive.
- Mixed-Light Indoor Environments: Locations with strong contrast between bright windows and dim interiors benefit from the 120 dB WDR, which preserves detail across the full scene rather than exposing only for one lighting zone.
- High-Density Deployments Requiring Storage Efficiency: Axis Zipstream with H.265 reduces storage consumption per camera, making the M3086-V practical for sites running large numbers of cameras on shared NVR or recording infrastructure.
Why Choose the Axis M3086-V
What separates the M3086-V from a standard 4 MP indoor dome is its combination of on-board deep learning and hardware-level cybersecurity in a compact ceiling format. A basic indoor dome captures footage; the M3086-V simultaneously classifies what it captures, generates searchable metadata, and stores it locally on the SD card, all without requiring a separate analytics server or licenced software on a VMS. The 120 dB WDR and Lightfinder technology address two common indoor imaging challenges, bright-window contrast and low-light corridor monitoring, in a single fixed-lens unit with factory focus that simplifies installation. The Axis Edge Vault security architecture adds a layer of device integrity protection that basic indoor cameras do not provide, which is relevant for organisations with cybersecurity or compliance requirements. Available through Security Wholesalers, the M3086-V is backed by a 5-year manufacturer warranty and suits deployments where analytics capability, storage efficiency, and device security all carry weight.
Buyer Decision Tips
Mic Variant Consideration: The standard M3086-V does not include a microphone. If your installation requires audio analytics or audio capture, the M3086-V Mic variant adds a built-in MEMS microphone that enables AXIS Audio Analytics. Confirm which variant you need before ordering, as this affects both the SKU and the analytics configuration available on that unit. Also note that the IP42 rating covers dust and drip exposure only. This camera is designed for indoor use and is not suitable for outdoor or exposed locations.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
Axis M3086-V |
| Resolution |
4 MP |
| Lens Type |
Fixed, 2.4 mm, factory focus |
| Field of View |
130 x 93 degrees |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
Up to 120 dB |
| Minimum Illumination (Colour) |
0.19 lux (Lightfinder) |
| Minimum Illumination (B/W) |
0.03 lux |
| On-Board Analytics |
AXIS Object Analytics (DLPU, pre-installed) – people and vehicle classification |
| Video Compression |
H.264, H.265, MJPEG with Axis Zipstream |
| Local Storage |
Onboard SD card slot |
| Power |
PoE (IEEE 802.3af), Class 2, approximately 4 W |
| Impact Resistance |
IK08 |
| IP Rating |
IP42 |
| Cybersecurity |
Axis Edge Vault, signed OS, secure boot, hardware secure element |
| Housing |
Mini dome, indoor ceiling mount |
| Warranty |
5 years |
Ideal Use Cases
Retail Stores and Pharmacies
The 130-degree wide-angle lens covers checkout lanes and aisles from a single ceiling mount. AXIS Object Analytics running on the DLPU enables object-type searches, making it practical to locate incidents involving staff or customers without manually scrubbing through footage.
Office Reception and Common Areas
The compact mini dome profile sits unobtrusively on office ceilings. Lightfinder maintains usable colour footage in low-light conditions common after business hours, while the IK08 rating provides resilience against accidental contact in high-traffic common zones.
Healthcare and Waiting Rooms
Day-to-night imaging capability handles variable lighting typical of healthcare facilities, from bright overhead lighting during the day to reduced lighting after hours. Object analytics supports occupancy and activity monitoring without capturing personally identifying detail when privacy masking is configured.
Education Corridors and Lobbies
Wide corridor coverage from a single ceiling-mounted dome reduces the camera count required across school hallways and foyer areas. People and vehicle detection through AXIS Object Analytics supports event-based recording, lowering the storage footprint across large multi-camera education sites.
Transport Hubs and Ticketing Areas
Indoor stations and ticketing halls often combine bright overhead lighting with shaded zones. The 120 dB WDR retains detail across the full scene simultaneously. High foot-traffic areas benefit from metadata-tagged recordings that support rapid review when incidents are reported after the fact.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need a discreet indoor ceiling dome with edge-based deep learning analytics, wide 130-degree coverage from a fixed lens, and hardware cybersecurity protection in a single unit without relying on server-side analytics software.
- Choose a different model if: Your site requires outdoor installation, as the IP42 rating covers only dust and drip exposure and is not suitable for exposed outdoor mounting. If you need optical zoom or adjustable focal length to cover a narrower, longer corridor or car park approach, a varifocal or motorised zoom dome would be a more appropriate choice. If audio capture is required, confirm the Mic variant before ordering, as the standard M3086-V does not include a microphone.
FAQs
- What is the difference between the standard M3086-V and the M3086-V Mic variant?
The standard M3086-V does not include a microphone. The Mic variant adds a built-in MEMS microphone, disabled by default, which enables AXIS Audio Analytics on that unit. If audio analytics or audio capture is a requirement for your installation, you will need to specify the Mic variant at the time of purchase, as the standard model cannot be upgraded in the field.
- Is the M3086-V suitable for outdoor installation?
No. The M3086-V carries an IP42 rating, which covers protection against dust ingress and dripping water only. It is designed specifically for indoor ceiling mounting. For outdoor locations, a camera with a higher IP rating of at least IP66 or IP67 and appropriate UV and temperature tolerance would be required.
- How does AXIS Object Analytics work on this camera?
AXIS Object Analytics is pre-installed on the M3086-V and runs directly on the camera’s built-in deep learning processing unit. It classifies detected motion into categories such as people and vehicles, attaches metadata to recordings, and enables time-efficient forensic searches within compatible video management software. No separate analytics server licence is required for the on-camera classification functionality.
- What does the Lightfinder technology do at 0.19 lux?
At 0.19 lux, which is roughly equivalent to a dimly lit room or a space lit only by exit signage, Lightfinder allows the M3086-V to produce colour images rather than switching to black-and-white mode. This means footage retains colour detail such as clothing colour and signage, which can be useful for incident review. The camera transitions to black-and-white at 0.03 lux for near-darkness conditions.
- What cybersecurity protections does the M3086-V include?
The M3086-V incorporates Axis Edge Vault, which provides a hardware secure element, a signed operating system, and a secure boot process. These mechanisms protect the camera against firmware tampering and unauthorised software modification. This level of hardware-based device security is relevant for deployments in healthcare, government, financial, and corporate environments where device integrity is subject to policy or compliance requirements.
- Does the M3086-V support local recording if the network connection is interrupted?
Yes. The M3086-V includes an onboard SD card slot that supports edge storage. This allows the camera to continue recording locally during a network outage and sync footage back to the NVR or VMS once connectivity is restored, depending on the recording configuration in place. The SD card is not included and must be sourced separately. The M3086-V is available through Security Wholesalers as part of the Axis indoor camera range.
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