Product SKU: Q3536-LVE
Product Overview
Built around Axis’s ARTPEC-8 processor, the Q3536-LVE is a 4MP outdoor dome camera engineered for demanding installations where deep learning analytics and structural resilience are both required. The metal casing and IP66-rated housing make it suited to exposed exterior positions such as building facades, entry canopies, and outdoor walkways where weather and physical impact are genuine concerns. Featuring a 4-9mm varifocal lens, installers can dial in the field of view at commissioning without changing lenses, covering tighter entry points through to broader approach zones. The IR-shielded dome prevents internal reflections that would otherwise degrade night images, while built-in cybersecurity features align with enterprise-grade network security requirements. This model is now discontinued and has been replaced within the Axis range.




Key Capabilities
ARTPEC-8 Deep Learning Platform
The ARTPEC-8 chip provides the processing headroom for deep learning-based analytics to run natively on the camera, reducing reliance on server-side processing and enabling smarter on-camera event detection for complex commercial environments.
4MP Outdoor Resolution
The 4MP sensor delivers detailed images across building exteriors and entry points, capturing enough resolution to support post-incident review and analytics-driven detection at meaningful distances from the camera position.
4-9mm Varifocal Lens
The 4-9mm varifocal lens allows installers to adjust the field of view on site, making the Q3536-LVE adaptable to both tighter entrance coverage and wider zone monitoring from a single camera model without optical compromise.
IR-Shielded Dome
The IR-shielded dome construction prevents IR light from reflecting off the dome interior, which is a common source of washed-out or glare-affected night footage in standard dome cameras installed outdoors.
Metal Casing and IP66 Rating
The metal housing combined with IP66 weatherproofing makes this camera suited to outdoor positions exposed to rain, wind, and attempted physical interference. The build quality is consistent with Axis’s commercial and enterprise deployment standards.
Best For
- Enterprise Exterior Monitoring: The metal casing, IP66 rating, and ARTPEC-8 analytics platform make this suited to commercial buildings and institutions requiring durable outdoor dome coverage with on-camera intelligence.
- Entry and Access Point Coverage: The 4-9mm varifocal lens allows precise framing of doors, gates, and covered entry zones where fixed-lens options would require multiple models to achieve the same flexibility.
- Network Security-Conscious Deployments: Built-in cybersecurity features support installations where IT governance and network integrity are part of the project brief, such as government, healthcare, and financial facilities.
- Deep Learning Analytics Integrations: Sites running Axis Camera Station or third-party VMS platforms that support ARTPEC-8-based analytics will benefit from the on-camera processing capability without needing additional server resources.
Why Choose the Q3536-LVE
The Q3536-LVE separates itself from standard outdoor dome cameras through its ARTPEC-8 processor, which brings genuine deep learning capability directly to the camera edge rather than requiring centralised server processing for analytics tasks. The IR-shielded dome is a specific design feature that addresses a real performance issue in outdoor night imaging, distinguishing it from entry-level dome housings where IR reflections can compromise after-dark footage quality. The 4-9mm varifocal lens adds installation flexibility that fixed-lens alternatives cannot match, particularly across sites with varied mounting distances and angles. The metal construction and IP66 rating reflect a durability standard suited to demanding outdoor conditions. Available through Security Wholesalers, the Q3536-LVE is positioned for commercial, institutional, and enterprise integrators who require a technically capable outdoor dome with a credible analytics foundation. Note that this model is discontinued and stock availability may be limited.
Buyer Decision Tips
Discontinued Stock Consideration: The Q3536-LVE has been discontinued and replaced in the Axis lineup. If you are specifying this camera for a new project, confirm stock availability before committing to a design that requires multiples. The varifocal lens range of 4-9mm works well for single-camera entry point coverage, but for larger projects requiring consistent long-term supply, reviewing the current replacement model in the Axis range is advisable before finalising the specification.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Part Number | 02054-001 |
| Resolution | 4MP |
| Camera Type | Outdoor dome |
| Lens Type | Varifocal |
| Focal Length | 4-9mm |
| Processor | ARTPEC-8 |
| Analytics | Deep learning-based analytics |
| IR Illumination | Yes, with IR-shielded dome |
| Weather Rating | IP66 |
| Casing Material | Metal |
| Cybersecurity | Built-in cybersecurity features |
| Lens Options | Available with wide or tele lens variants |
| Product Status | Discontinued |
Ideal Use Cases
Commercial Building Exteriors
The IP66 metal-cased housing handles exposed outdoor mounting on building facades, covered entries, and perimeter walls where weather resistance and structural integrity are non-negotiable for long-term installation.
Institutional Campuses
Universities, hospitals, and government facilities benefit from the ARTPEC-8 deep learning analytics capability, which supports more intelligent event detection across complex multi-camera deployments managed through enterprise VMS platforms.
Secure Entry and Access Control Zones
The varifocal 4-9mm lens allows precise framing of entry doors, vehicle barriers, and pedestrian gates, with IR illumination ensuring usable imagery after hours at controlled access points.
IT-Governed Network Environments
The built-in cybersecurity features support deployments where the camera must meet network security policy requirements, making it appropriate for financial, healthcare, and government ICT-managed infrastructure.
After-Hours Monitoring in Low Light
The IR-shielded dome prevents the internal reflections that degrade night image quality in standard outdoor dome cameras, making the Q3536-LVE a more reliable option for exterior positions where IR performance is critical.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You require an ARTPEC-8 outdoor dome with a 4-9mm varifocal lens and deep learning analytics capability, and confirmed stock is available for your project scope.
- Choose a different model if: You are specifying a new multi-camera installation and need guaranteed long-term supply continuity. As a discontinued product, sourcing consistent quantities across staged rollouts may be unreliable, and the current replacement in the Axis outdoor dome range offers equivalent or improved specifications with active production support.
- Choose a different model if: Your site requires a wider varifocal range beyond 4-9mm, or if a fixed-lens outdoor dome is sufficient and the varifocal flexibility is not needed for the installation layout.
FAQs
- What processor does the Q3536-LVE use and why does it matter?
The Q3536-LVE is built on the Axis ARTPEC-8 chip, which provides the processing capability to run deep learning-based analytics directly on the camera. This means intelligent detection and classification tasks can be handled at the edge without requiring a separate analytics server, which is relevant for larger or more complex deployments where centralised processing creates bottlenecks or additional infrastructure cost. - Why does the dome have an IR shield and what problem does it solve?
Standard outdoor dome cameras can suffer from IR reflections where the IR illuminators bounce light off the inside of the dome cover back into the lens, creating a white haze or glare effect in night footage. The IR-shielded dome on the Q3536-LVE is designed to physically isolate the IR emitters from the dome optic, preventing this reflection issue and maintaining cleaner low-light imagery. - Is the Q3536-LVE suitable for outdoor installation in Australian weather conditions?
Yes. The IP66 rating confirms the camera is sealed against dust ingress and high-pressure water jets, covering Australian outdoor conditions including heavy rain and coastal environments. The metal casing adds structural durability suited to exposed mounting positions on building exteriors. - What does the 4-9mm varifocal lens cover in practical terms?
The 4-9mm range gives installers flexibility to set a wider view closer to 4mm for broad entry coverage or a narrower, more telephoto view closer to 9mm for targeting a specific zone at greater distance. This makes a single camera model usable across varied mounting distances and site layouts without changing the lens or the camera model entirely. - Is the Q3536-LVE still available to purchase?
The Q3536-LVE is a discontinued product. Security Wholesalers may have remaining stock, but it is not in active production. Buyers specifying this camera for new projects should confirm availability before committing to a design that requires multiple units, particularly for staged or future-phase installations. - What are the built-in cybersecurity features on the Q3536-LVE?
Axis cameras built on the ARTPEC-8 platform incorporate hardware-based secure boot, signed firmware, and encrypted communication support. These features are designed to prevent unauthorised firmware modifications and network intrusion, which is relevant for deployments in environments where camera network integrity is subject to IT security governance or compliance requirements.
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