Product Overview
Designed for multi-sensor indoor installations, the AXIS FA3105-L Eyeball Sensor Unit gives integrators the flexibility to position a compact 2MP camera head independently from the recording and processing hardware. The sensor unit connects to the AXIS FA54 Main Unit via its included 8 m cable, allowing multiple sensor heads to cover different zones within a single building while sharing one central unit. Featuring a fixed 3.13 mm lens with a 103-degree horizontal field of view and built-in 850 nm IR LEDs with a range of 15 m or more, this module handles both well-lit lobbies and low-light corridors without manual adjustment. Forensic WDR manages challenging contrast, and the Corridor Format option re-orients coverage vertically for hallway and stairwell deployments. At 57 mm in diameter and weighing only 88 g, the discreet eyeball housing suits ceiling and wall mounting in offices, education facilities, retail interiors, and similar indoor environments where unobtrusive placement is a priority.
Key Capabilities
Modular Sensor Architecture
The FA3105-L operates as a dedicated sensor head that connects to the AXIS FA54 Main Unit, enabling multiple camera positions across a single floor or building to share one centralised processing unit. This reduces cable runs and simplifies management in multi-zone indoor installations.
Corridor Format for Vertical Coverage
The Corridor Format feature rotates the video stream to a portrait orientation, making it well suited to hallways, stairwells, and lift lobbies where a standard widescreen frame wastes resolution on ceilings and floors rather than capturing the full length of the space.
Forensic WDR
Forensic WDR balances bright windows or entry points against shadowed interiors in a single frame, maintaining usable detail across high-contrast scenes such as reception areas with outdoor-facing glass or retail spaces with strong overhead lighting.
Built-in IR to 15 m
Long-life 850 nm IR LEDs extend the camera’s minimum illumination to 0 lux in black-and-white mode, allowing clear footage in unlit indoor spaces such as storage areas, plant rooms, or corridors after hours without requiring separate lighting infrastructure.
Wide 103-Degree Field of View
The 3.13 mm fixed lens captures a 103-degree horizontal field of view, providing broad indoor area coverage from a single ceiling-mounted position. This makes it practical for open-plan offices, retail floor sections, and entrance foyers where wide scene capture reduces the number of units required.
Best For
- Multi-Zone Indoor Installations: The modular connection to the AXIS FA54 Main Unit allows several sensor heads to serve different rooms or corridors from a single main unit, reducing infrastructure complexity in office buildings, schools, and retail fit-outs.
- Corridor and Stairwell Monitoring: The Corridor Format option reorients the 1080p frame vertically, using the full sensor resolution along the length of a hallway rather than losing detail above and below the subject area.
- Discreet Ceiling-Mounted Coverage: At 57 mm in diameter and 88 g, the compact eyeball housing blends into indoor ceilings in customer-facing environments such as retail stores, reception areas, and educational facilities where camera visibility should be minimised.
- Low-Light Indoor Spaces: Built-in 850 nm IR LEDs with a range of 15 m or more allow the sensor to continue recording in unlit indoor areas, with a minimum illumination of 0 lux in black-and-white mode when IR is active.
Why Choose the AXIS FA3105-L
The AXIS FA3105-L stands apart from standalone fixed cameras because it is purpose-built for a modular deployment model. Where a conventional indoor dome requires its own network connection, power supply, and onboard processing at every location, the FA3105-L distributes that workload to the AXIS FA54 Main Unit, letting multiple sensor heads share a single point of management. The 103-degree fixed lens removes the need for motorised adjustment during installation, while the Corridor Format capability means the same hardware can be repurposed for a hallway or lift lobby without replacing the unit. Forensic WDR handles the kind of mixed-lighting scenes common in reception areas and open-plan offices where cheaper sensors produce overblown highlights or crushed shadows. The NDAA-compliant supply chain adds a compliance consideration for government and education projects. Available through Security Wholesalers, the FA3105-L is well positioned for integrators designing scalable indoor camera systems where minimising individual camera footprint and cabling complexity matters.
Buyer Decision Tips
Modular System Requirement: The FA3105-L cannot function as a standalone camera. It must be connected to an AXIS FA54 Main Unit using the included 8 m cable. Before purchasing sensor units, confirm how many FA54 Main Units are needed for the installation, as each main unit has a defined maximum number of sensor connections. Plan cable routing from each sensor location back to the main unit position before specifying quantities.
Indoor-Only Rating: The IP3X rating means this sensor unit is certified for indoor use only and must not be installed in exposed outdoor positions, under building eaves with direct weather exposure, or in wet areas such as commercial kitchens or loading dock canopies. For outdoor-facing positions within the same modular system, a different weatherproof sensor unit would be required.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
AXIS FA3105-L Eyeball Sensor Unit |
| Resolution |
1920×1080 (2MP / 1080p) |
| Image Sensor |
1/3″ progressive scan RGB CMOS |
| Lens |
Fixed 3.13 mm, F2.0 |
| Horizontal Field of View |
103° |
| Vertical Field of View |
55° |
| IR Wavelength |
850 nm |
| IR Range |
15 m or more (scene dependent) |
| Minimum Illumination |
0.2 lux (colour), 0 lux (B/W with IR active) |
| Frame Rate |
25 fps (50 Hz) / 30 fps (60 Hz) |
| WDR |
Forensic WDR |
| IR Cut Filter |
Automatic |
| IP Rating |
IEC 60529 IP3X (indoor use only) |
| Audio |
Not supported |
| Local Storage |
Not supported |
| Power |
PoE IEEE 802.3af; 1.2 W average / 1.5 W maximum (sensor unit only) |
| Operating Temperature |
-20 to 50°C |
| Operating Humidity |
10-85% RH (non-condensing) |
| Dimensions |
57 mm diameter x 72.7 mm |
| Weight |
88 g |
| Housing |
Aluminium and plastic |
| Included Cable |
8 m cable for connection to AXIS FA54 Main Unit |
| NDAA Compliance |
Yes |
| Country of Origin |
Thailand |
Ideal Use Cases
Office Buildings
The compact 57 mm eyeball housing mounts discreetly on office ceilings, while the 103-degree field of view covers open-plan work areas, meeting room entrances, and reception desks from a single ceiling position per zone.
Corridors and Stairwells
The Corridor Format feature reorients the 1080p video stream vertically, maximising resolution along the length of a hallway, stairwell, or lift lobby rather than capturing wasted space above and below the walkway.
Retail Interiors
Forensic WDR handles the high-contrast lighting typical of retail environments, balancing bright overhead fixtures against shadowed shelf areas to retain detail across the full scene without overexposure near lit display areas.
Education Facilities
NDAA compliance supports procurement requirements for government-funded schools and institutions. The discreet eyeball form factor is unobtrusive in classrooms and common areas, and the modular architecture allows multiple rooms to share a single main unit installation point.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You are designing an indoor multi-sensor installation using the AXIS FA54 Main Unit, need discreet ceiling-mounted 2MP coverage with a wide 103-degree field of view, and require Corridor Format capability for hallway or stairwell positions.
- Choose a different model if: You need a standalone camera that records independently without a separate main unit, require outdoor or weather-exposed installation (IP3X is indoor only), or need audio recording capability, as this sensor unit does not support audio.
FAQs
- Can the AXIS FA3105-L operate as a standalone camera without any other hardware?
No. The FA3105-L is a modular sensor unit that must be connected to the AXIS FA54 Main Unit to function. The sensor head handles image capture and passes data via the included 8 m cable to the main unit, which manages power, network connectivity, and video processing. It cannot record or stream independently.
- How many FA3105-L sensor units can connect to a single AXIS FA54 Main Unit?
The number of sensor units per main unit is determined by the AXIS FA54 Main Unit’s specifications. Confirm the channel capacity of the FA54 before purchasing multiple FA3105-L units to ensure the main unit can support the number of sensor heads planned for the installation.
- Can the FA3105-L be installed outdoors under a covered eave?
No. The FA3105-L carries an IEC 60529 IP3X rating, which certifies it for indoor use only. It is not suitable for outdoor mounting, exposed eave positions, or any location where it may come into contact with rain splash, condensation ingress from airflow, or high-humidity conditions beyond 85% RH non-condensing.
- What does the Corridor Format setting do and when should I use it?
Corridor Format rotates the camera’s video output to a portrait (vertical) orientation. This is useful in hallways, stairwells, and lift lobbies where the natural shape of the monitored area is tall and narrow. Using Corridor Format in these locations means the full sensor resolution is applied along the length of the corridor rather than capturing ceiling and floor space that adds no investigative value.
- Does the FA3105-L support audio recording or two-way communication?
No. Audio is not supported on this sensor unit. The manufacturer confirms audio capability as not applicable for this model. If audio recording is a requirement for a zone in your installation, a different sensor unit with confirmed microphone support would need to be specified for that position.
- How does Forensic WDR differ from standard wide dynamic range processing?
Forensic WDR is Axis’s implementation of wide dynamic range designed to retain detail in both the brightest and darkest areas of a frame simultaneously, with particular attention to maintaining detail usable in post-incident review. It is well suited to indoor environments with mixed natural and artificial lighting, such as reception areas with glazed facades or retail floors with varied light zones. The FA3105-L, available through Security Wholesalers, includes Forensic WDR as a standard feature at this resolution.
Additional Information
AXIS 01026-001 Datasheet
