Product SKU: M4228-LVE
Product Overview
For sites where a single outdoor dome must cover a wide scene, adapt to changing framing requirements, and generate actionable alerts without server-side processing, the AXIS M4228-LVE delivers 8 MP (4K) imaging in a compact IK10 and IP66/IP67-rated housing designed for wall and soffit mounting on perimeter structures, parking facilities, campus buildings, and secure facility entrances. Featuring a 3.2-7.2 mm IR-corrected varifocal lens with remote zoom and focus, the field of view spans from 100 degrees down to 38 degrees horizontal and can be dialled in precisely after mounting without accessing the camera head. Equipped with Lightfinder 2.0 and Forensic WDR up to 120 dB, the sensor handles low-light outdoor conditions and high-contrast entry points within the same frame. It also integrates AXIS Object Analytics and AXIS Audio Analytics running natively on the ARTPEC-8 processor with a dedicated deep learning processing unit, covering person and vehicle detection plus sound event classification on the edge. Hardware-enforced cybersecurity via Axis Edge Vault, including a FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified secure element, addresses device integrity requirements for government, enterprise, and compliance-driven installations.
Key Capabilities
Remote Varifocal Lens for Post-Mount Framing
The 3.2-7.2 mm IR-corrected varifocal lens adjusts from 100 to 38 degrees horizontal field of view via remote zoom and focus through the camera interface. Installers can lock in the exact scene coverage after the camera is physically secured, which is particularly useful on high walls, soffits, or locations where re-access is difficult.
4K Resolution on a 1/2.8″ CMOS Sensor
The 3840×2160 progressive-scan RGB sensor with 1.45 µm pixels produces enough detail for digital cropping during forensic review while maintaining broad area coverage in live view. A single camera can serve both an operational overview function and an evidential recording function across the same scene.
Lightfinder 2.0 with Optimized IR
Minimum illumination of 0.14 lux in colour and 0.03 lux in monochrome gives the camera usable night-time image quality in outdoor environments with partial or absent artificial lighting. Optimized IR activates at 0 lux, allowing full-night coverage without overexposing nearby subjects as IR intensity adjusts automatically to scene depth.
On-Edge AI Analytics: Object and Audio
The ARTPEC-8 SoC with built-in deep learning processing unit runs AXIS Object Analytics for person and vehicle detection, classification, counting, and tracking, alongside AXIS Audio Analytics for sound event detection and classification. All processing is on-camera, eliminating the need for external analytics licences or dedicated server resources for event-triggered alerts.
Forensic WDR up to 120 dB
Scenes combining direct sunlight with deep shadow, such as covered entry gates or loading docks with open sky in frame, are handled by 120 dB Forensic WDR. Both highlight and shadow detail are preserved simultaneously in the recorded image, which is where cameras relying on basic WDR or digital correction typically lose usable evidence.
Axis Edge Vault Hardware Cybersecurity
Secure boot, a signed operating system, and a FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified secure element are embedded in the hardware. Device identity, credentials, and encryption keys are protected in tamper-resistant hardware, supporting cybersecurity compliance requirements for government, healthcare, defence, and enterprise networks where software-only security is insufficient.
Best For
- Outdoor Perimeter Walls and Building Facades: IP66/IP67 and IK10 protection, an operating range of -30°C to +50°C, and remote varifocal control make this suited to exposed wall mounts where precise field-of-view adjustment and long-term weather resistance are both required.
- Parking Structures and Open Car Parks: The 4K sensor resolves vehicle detail across wide bay widths, Forensic WDR handles the contrast between covered sections and open sky, and Audio Analytics adds sound-triggered event detection for alarms or disturbances without additional hardware.
- University, School, and Public Venue Entrances: Object Analytics monitors pedestrian movement patterns and counts people at access points, while the built-in microphone feeds Audio Analytics to flag sudden crowd noise or abnormal sound events, giving operators both visual and audio situational awareness from one device.
- Construction and Industrial Yards: The rugged IK10 housing and wide temperature rating suit extended outdoor deployment across project timelines. Remote zoom allows field-of-view adjustment as site layouts evolve without remounting or replacing the camera unit.
- Government and Enterprise Security Perimeters: Axis Edge Vault with FIPS 140-3 Level 3 hardware certification meets device integrity requirements for installations where documented cybersecurity compliance is mandatory. ONVIF Profiles G, M, S, and T support integration with enterprise VMS platforms.
Why Choose the AXIS M4228-LVE
The M4228-LVE addresses a specific combination of requirements that individually available products rarely satisfy together: 4K outdoor dome imaging, post-mount remote varifocal framing, on-device AI object and audio analytics with no additional licence cost, a built-in microphone for sound classification, and FIPS 140-3 Level 3 hardware security in an IK10/IP66/IP67 compact housing. A fixed-lens outdoor dome cannot be reframed after installation without physical intervention. A camera without a dedicated deep learning processing unit offloads analytics to the VMS server, adding infrastructure complexity and cost. The M4228-LVE handles all classification and sound detection on the edge. For integrators specifying cameras on compliance-driven enterprise or government sites, the Axis Edge Vault secure element delivers hardware-level device authentication that mid-range cameras do not provide. This makes the M4228-LVE a practical choice for installations where forensic resolution, AI-driven operational intelligence, and verifiable cybersecurity all carry weight. Available at Security Wholesalers for Australian projects.
Buyer Decision Tips
Matching the Varifocal Range to Your Scene: The 3.2-7.2 mm lens provides 100 degrees horizontal at the widest setting and 38 degrees at the telephoto end. Wider settings suit open areas such as parking bays or yard approaches where broad coverage is the priority; narrower settings frame a specific entry lane or access point in greater detail. Before mounting, estimate the distance to the primary subject and the width of the area you need to cover, then use remote zoom during commissioning to fine-tune rather than committing to a fixed angle during cable installation.
Audio Analytics Performance in Noisy Environments: AXIS Audio Analytics uses the M4228-LVE’s built-in microphone to detect and classify sound events at the camera location. Mounting height, surrounding ambient noise levels, and the acoustic properties of the site all affect detection reliability. For locations with sustained high ambient noise, such as industrial machinery areas or busy transport hubs, assess whether the target sound events will be distinguishable from background noise before configuring audio alerts as a primary trigger for recording or notifications.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
AXIS M4228-LVE |
| Resolution |
8 MP (4K) – 3840×2160 |
| Sensor |
1/2.8″ progressive-scan RGB CMOS, 1.45 µm pixels |
| Lens |
3.2-7.2 mm varifocal, IR-corrected, remote zoom and focus |
| Horizontal Field of View |
100° (wide) to 38° (telephoto) |
| Pan / Tilt / Rotation |
Pan ±180°, Tilt -10° to +65°, Rotation ±180° |
| Minimum Illumination |
0.14 lux (colour), 0.03 lux (B/W), 0 lux (IR active) |
| WDR |
Forensic WDR up to 120 dB |
| IR Illumination |
Optimized IR |
| Low-Light Technology |
Lightfinder 2.0 |
| Processor |
ARTPEC-8 SoC with built-in DLPU |
| On-Device Analytics |
AXIS Object Analytics (detection, classification, counting, tracking of people and vehicles), AXIS Audio Analytics, Image Health Analytics, Video Motion Detection, Scene Metadata, Live Privacy Shield |
| Audio |
Built-in microphone |
| Compression |
H.265 Main Profile, H.264 (Baseline/Main/High), MJPEG, Axis Zipstream |
| Video Streams |
Up to 20 configurable streams; VBR, ABR, MBR, low-latency modes |
| Local Storage |
MicroSD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Cybersecurity |
Axis Edge Vault: secure boot, signed OS, FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified secure element |
| Ingress Protection |
IP66 / IP67 |
| Impact Rating |
IK10 |
| Operating Temperature |
-30°C to +50°C (-22°F to +122°F) |
| Additional Housing Features |
Built-in weathershield, repaintable housing |
| Standards Compliance |
ONVIF Profiles G, M, S, T; ACAP for third-party application support |
Ideal Use Cases
Parking Structures and Open Car Parks
The 4K sensor resolves vehicle detail across wide bays, while 120 dB Forensic WDR handles the contrast between shaded internal sections and open sky visible from entry ramps. Audio Analytics adds sound-triggered event detection for alarms or disturbances without requiring a separate microphone device at each location.
Campus and Institutional Entrances
Object Analytics counts and tracks pedestrian movement at entry points and across open campus areas. Audio Analytics detects sudden crowd noise or abnormal sound events via the built-in microphone. Remote varifocal zoom allows operators to narrow focus on a specific zone during an incident review or reconfiguration without a second camera.
Retail Exterior Loading and Dispatch Areas
Lightfinder 2.0 maintains colour image quality in poorly lit loading dock environments down to 0.14 lux. Object Analytics differentiates vehicle arrivals from pedestrian traffic, supporting both operational monitoring during trading hours and intrusion detection in after-hours periods from a single mounted unit.
Construction and Industrial Sites
The IK10 impact-rated, IP66/IP67-sealed housing and -30°C to +50°C operating range suit extended deployment in harsh outdoor environments. Remote varifocal adjustment accommodates changes in monitored zones as site layouts evolve across project duration, eliminating the need to remount or replace the camera when coverage priorities shift.
Government and Enterprise Security Perimeters
Axis Edge Vault with FIPS 140-3 Level 3 hardware certification meets device integrity and cybersecurity compliance requirements for sensitive sites. ONVIF Profiles G, M, S, and T enable integration with enterprise VMS platforms, and ACAP support allows deployment of approved third-party analytics applications as operational needs evolve.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need 4K outdoor dome coverage with post-mount remote varifocal framing, on-device AI analytics for both object and audio events, hardware-certified cybersecurity via Axis Edge Vault, and IK10/IP66/IP67 environmental protection in a compact housing for walls, soffits, or covered ceiling mounts.
- Choose a different model if: Your installation requires active deterrence output such as a built-in strobe light or audible warning to challenge intruders in real time – the M4228-LVE detects and classifies events but does not include active deterrence hardware.
- Choose a different model if: Your site requires continuous motorised pan-tilt-zoom control so operators or auto-tracking can follow subjects across a large open area in real time. The M4228-LVE offers physical pan, tilt, and rotation adjustment at installation and remote zoom for scene framing during commissioning, but it does not move continuously under operator or tracking control as a true PTZ camera does.
FAQs
- What is the practical difference between remote zoom and focus on the M4228-LVE and a standard PTZ camera?
The M4228-LVE’s varifocal lens can be adjusted remotely through the camera’s web interface or a compatible VMS to change the field of view from 100 degrees down to 38 degrees horizontal. This is a commissioning and scene-framing tool used at installation or when coverage requirements change. It is not a continuously operable pan-tilt-zoom function that security operators drive in real time to follow subjects or scan scenes.
- Do AXIS Object Analytics and AXIS Audio Analytics require separate licences on the M4228-LVE?
No. Both analytics applications are preinstalled on the camera and run natively on the ARTPEC-8 processor’s built-in deep learning processing unit. Person detection, vehicle classification, counting, tracking, and sound event detection and classification are all available out of the box with no additional per-camera licence fees required.
- What types of sound events does the built-in microphone support through AXIS Audio Analytics?
AXIS Audio Analytics on the M4228-LVE can detect specific sound categories such as glass break, shouting, and alarm tones, and can also alert on sudden changes in ambient volume level. All processing runs on-camera from the built-in microphone feed, enabling audio-triggered recording or external notifications without a server-side audio analytics engine.
- What does the FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certification on the Axis Edge Vault mean for an end user?
FIPS 140-3 Level 3 is a US federal cryptographic security standard that requires both software-level protection and physical tamper resistance. On the M4228-LVE, this means the camera’s device certificates, credentials, and cryptographic keys are stored in a secure element that resists physical and logical tampering. For government, healthcare, defence, and enterprise installations with documented cybersecurity policies, this level of hardware verification supports compliance obligations that cannot be met by cameras relying solely on software-based security.
- How does the M4228-LVE perform in outdoor locations with no artificial lighting?
The camera uses Lightfinder 2.0 to maintain colour video down to 0.14 lux in colour mode and 0.03 lux in black and white. When ambient light drops to 0 lux, Optimized IR activates the built-in infrared illumination, which automatically adjusts intensity based on subject distance to avoid overexposure on nearby objects while maintaining useful range on subjects further from the camera.
- Can the M4228-LVE record locally without a central NVR or VMS?
Yes. The camera includes a microSD/SDHC/SDXC slot for on-camera edge storage, allowing recordings to be held locally on the device. This is practical for sites with intermittent or limited network connectivity, or as a fallback recording layer alongside a central recorder. ONVIF Profile G support means locally stored footage can be retrieved by compatible VMS platforms when network connectivity is restored.
- Is the M4228-LVE suitable for installations where the camera housing must match building aesthetics?
Yes. The housing is described as repaintable, allowing it to be finished in a colour that matches the mounting surface or building facade where visual integration is a requirement. The compact dome form factor also presents a lower visual profile than bullet or box-style outdoor cameras, which can be a consideration for heritage sites, educational campuses, or public-facing commercial properties. The M4228-LVE is supplied through Security Wholesalers for Australian installations where this combination of discretion and outdoor performance is required.
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