Product Overview
For multi-zone indoor deployments where discreet ceiling coverage and centralised management are both essential, the Axis F4108 Dome Sensor Unit delivers 4K UHD resolution in an ultra-compact modular form factor. This 8-pack bundle of F4108 sensors is built for AXIS F Series modular camera installations, where each sensor connects to an AXIS F Series main unit via cables up to 30 metres, allowing coverage across separate rooms, corridors, or areas without the need for individual standalone cameras at every point. Featuring a 4.3 mm fixed lens with a 107 degree horizontal field of view and an f/1.8 aperture, the F4108 captures wide indoor scenes at up to 3840 x 2160 at 30 fps. It integrates Forensic WDR support when paired with compatible AXIS F91 main units, managing challenging mixed-lighting conditions. The repaintable dome cover allows the unit to blend into any interior finish, and IK08-rated construction provides resistance to accidental impact in high-traffic areas. The 8-pack configuration makes it suited to larger projects requiring consistent sensor deployment across multiple zones from a single order.
Key Capabilities
4K UHD Indoor Imaging
The F4108 captures at 3840 x 2160 resolution on a 1/2.9″ progressive scan CMOS sensor at up to 30 fps. For indoor environments where face detail, signage, or transaction areas need to be clearly captured, 8MP resolution provides considerably more usable image data than standard HD sensors.
AXIS F Series Modular Architecture
The F4108 is designed to operate within the AXIS F Modular Camera Series, connecting to AXIS F Series main units via detachable cables up to 30 metres. Up to 3 additional sensor units can be combined per main unit, enabling centralised recording and management across multiple viewing angles or separate indoor zones.
Repaintable Dome Cover
The dome cover on the F4108 is designed to be repainted, allowing the unit to match the ceiling colour or interior decor of any installation environment. This is particularly valuable in hotels, corporate offices, retail fit-outs, and healthcare settings where camera visibility needs to be minimised.
IK08 Impact Resistance
Rated IK08, the F4108 dome housing withstands impact forces suitable for indoor high-traffic areas including retail aisles, school corridors, and public-facing lobbies. This rating means the unit is not purely decorative but can handle incidental contact without compromising the enclosure or internal components.
Forensic WDR Compatibility
When connected to AXIS F91 main units, the F4108 supports Forensic WDR, helping the sensor manage scenes with both strongly lit and deeply shadowed areas simultaneously. This is useful in indoor environments with large windows, doorways to bright exteriors, or mixed artificial and natural lighting throughout the day.
Best For
- Multi-Zone Indoor Deployments: The 8-pack format makes this suited to projects covering multiple rooms, corridors, or separate indoor areas where consistent sensor specification is needed across zones.
- Discreet Ceiling Installations: The ultra-compact dome form factor combined with a repaintable dome cover allows the F4108 to integrate unobtrusively into commercial interiors where visible hardware is undesirable.
- AXIS F Series System Expansion: Organisations already operating AXIS F Series main units can expand coverage by adding F4108 sensor units across additional zones without needing separate network connections or power drops for each camera point.
- Well-Lit Indoor Environments: With a minimum illumination of 0.5 lux and no IR emitter, the F4108 performs best in spaces with consistent artificial lighting, such as offices, retail floors, and corridors with ceiling fixtures.
Why Choose the Axis F4108 8-Pack
The Axis F4108 8-Pack addresses a specific need in commercial installations: deploying multiple high-resolution indoor dome sensors across a building while keeping infrastructure lean and management centralised. Rather than running individual network drops and power supplies to every camera position, the F-series modular approach allows up to 3 F4108 sensors per main unit, connected via cables up to 30 metres, reducing cabling complexity on multi-zone projects. At 8MP and 4K UHD, each sensor captures considerably more detail than a 8MP or 8MP dome, which matters in spaces like retail checkouts, reception areas, and meeting rooms where identification or document legibility may be required from recorded footage. The repaintable dome cover and IK08 rating make the F4108 a practical choice for environments where aesthetics and durability both matter. Available through Security Wholesalers, the 8-pack bundle suits integrators and facilities teams planning larger deployments where ordering consistency and project efficiency are both priorities.
Buyer Decision Tips
Buyer Tip – Main Unit Requirement: The F4108 is a sensor unit, not a standalone network camera. It requires an AXIS F Series main unit to function. Before ordering, confirm which main unit model will be used in the installation, as this determines compatibility with features such as Forensic WDR, available sensor ports, and system integration options. Each main unit supports up to 3 additional sensor units alongside its own built-in sensor.
Buyer Tip – Lighting Conditions: The F4108 has no IR emitter and a minimum illumination of 0.5 lux. It is designed for indoor environments with reliable artificial lighting. If any of the intended installation zones have periods of low or zero light, the sensor will not produce usable footage without supplementary lighting. Confirm that all planned mounting positions maintain adequate lux levels at all times before specifying this sensor.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Brand |
Axis Communications |
| Model |
AXIS F4108 Dome Sensor Unit |
| Pack Quantity |
8 units (SKU 03055-021) |
| Resolution |
8 Megapixel – 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Image Sensor |
1/2.9″ progressive scan RGB CMOS |
| Lens |
4.3 mm fixed, f/1.8, M12 mount |
| Field of View |
107° horizontal x 54° vertical |
| Maximum Frame Rate |
30 fps |
| Minimum Illumination |
0.5 lux (colour) |
| IR Night Vision |
None |
| WDR |
Forensic WDR (when used with compatible AXIS F91 main units) |
| IP Rating |
IP42 |
| IK Rating |
IK08 |
| Operating Temperature |
-20°C to 50°C |
| Relative Humidity |
10-85% RH (non-condensing) |
| Pan / Tilt / Roll |
Pan: -92° to +260°, Tilt: 0° to 62°, Roll: 0° to 90° |
| Maximum Cable Run to Main Unit |
30 metres |
| Connector |
SMA |
| Unit Weight |
90 g |
| Dome Cover |
Repaintable for discreet interior integration |
| Compatibility |
AXIS F Modular Camera Series (up to 3 additional sensors per main unit) |
Ideal Use Cases
Corporate Office Floors
Open-plan offices and meeting rooms benefit from the F4108’s discreet dome profile and repaintable cover, which allows the unit to blend into white or coloured ceiling tiles. The 4K resolution supports detailed recording across workstations, entry points, and communal areas.
Retail Floors and Checkout Areas
The 107 degree horizontal field of view and 8MP resolution make the F4108 effective for monitoring retail floors, shelving aisles, and point-of-sale areas where transaction detail and wide scene coverage are both required from a single sensor position.
Hotel Lobbies and Corridors
In hospitality environments where camera aesthetics are closely managed, the F4108’s repaintable dome and compact footprint allow installation without disrupting interior design. The IK08 rating adds durability in corridors subject to luggage trolleys or regular foot traffic.
Education Facilities
Schools and campuses with multiple classrooms or administration zones can use the F4108’s modular architecture to cover several indoor areas from fewer main units. The IK08 housing handles incidental impact in higher-activity environments such as corridors and common areas.
Healthcare Interiors
Hospitals and clinics require discreet, hygienic-looking camera installations across waiting areas, reception, and corridors. The F4108’s compact dome profile and repaintable cover suit clinical interiors, and the IP42 rating provides basic dust and splash resistance appropriate for indoor healthcare settings.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You are deploying an AXIS F Series modular camera system and need to outfit multiple indoor zones with 4K dome sensors from a single order. The 8-pack format suits medium to large commercial installations where consistent sensor specification and discreet ceiling mounting are both required.
- Choose a different model if: You need a standalone network camera with its own onboard processing, direct network connection, and PoE power input at each mounting position. The F4108 is a sensor unit only and cannot operate without an AXIS F Series main unit. If IR night vision is needed for low-light or unlit zones, a standalone indoor dome with built-in IR would be more appropriate.
FAQs
- Can the Axis F4108 operate as a standalone IP camera?
No. The F4108 is a sensor unit that requires an AXIS F Series main unit to function. It does not have its own network interface, onboard processing, or direct PoE input. All network connectivity, power, and video processing is handled by the connected main unit. This modular design is intentional and allows multiple sensor units to share a single network and power connection point.
- How many F4108 sensors can be connected to a single AXIS F Series main unit?
AXIS F Series main units support up to 3 additional sensor units alongside the main unit’s own built-in sensor, giving a total of up to 4 sensor views per main unit. The F4108 8-pack is therefore suited to installations using multiple main units across a building or campus, covering different zones from each main unit hub.
- What is the maximum cable run between the F4108 sensor and the main unit?
The F4108 connects to its main unit via detachable cables up to 30 metres in length. This allows the sensor to be placed in a ceiling, wall cavity, or recessed position at a meaningful distance from the main unit, giving installers flexibility in routing without needing the main unit to be directly adjacent to the mounting point.
- Does the F4108 have IR night vision for low-light recording?
No. The F4108 has no IR emitter and no confirmed black-and-white low-light mode. Its minimum illumination is 0.5 lux in colour, which means it requires adequate artificial or natural lighting to produce usable footage. It is intended for indoor environments with consistent lighting rather than unlit or low-light zones.
- What does the IK08 rating mean for an indoor dome installation?
IK08 indicates the dome housing is rated to withstand impacts of up to 5 joules, which covers typical incidental contact from items such as luggage, cleaning equipment, or passing objects in corridor and retail environments. It does not indicate suitability for outdoor use or deliberate vandal attack, but adds meaningful protection compared to unrated indoor housings in higher-activity spaces.
- Can the dome cover be painted to match the ceiling?
Yes. The F4108 dome cover is designed to be repaintable, allowing the unit to be colour-matched to any interior surface. This is a confirmed feature of the F4108 and makes it particularly suited to hospitality, corporate, and retail installations where camera discretion is a design requirement.
- Does the F4108 support Forensic WDR, and what does that require?
Forensic WDR is supported when the F4108 is paired with compatible AXIS F91 main units. Forensic WDR processes multiple exposures to retain detail in both bright and shadowed areas simultaneously, which is useful in indoor environments with large windows or mixed lighting. This capability is delivered by the main unit in conjunction with the sensor data – it is not processed independently by the F4108 sensor itself. For information on compatible main units and configuration, Security Wholesalers can assist with system design queries.
Additional Information
AXIS 03055-021 Datasheet
