Product Overview
Wide-angle 4K imaging from a compact ceiling-mounted mini dome is exactly what the Axis M3098-V delivers for indoor commercial environments. Carrying an 8MP sensor and a fixed 3.76mm lens with a 124-degree horizontal field of view, this camera captures broad coverage across open-plan offices, retail floors, corridors, and reception areas without requiring a varifocal or wide-angle add-on. Featuring AXIS Object Analytics and AXIS Audio Analytics preinstalled, it classifies and tracks humans while also monitoring for acoustic events such as shouts or sudden sound-level shifts. It incorporates Axis Edge Vault, a hardware-based cybersecurity platform that protects device credentials and signed firmware. Installation is designed for speed, using a snap-on casing that requires no screws and supports Direct Installation View via the AXIS Installer app over Bluetooth. With IP42 and IK08 ratings, it suits indoor deployments where a degree of impact resistance is useful, such as retail, hospitality, and shared workspaces.
Key Capabilities
4K 8MP Resolution
The 3840×2160 sensor captures enough detail across a wide indoor scene to identify individuals, read signage, or review product interactions in retail and hospitality settings without cropping to a narrow field of view.
124-Degree Wide Coverage
The fixed 3.76mm lens delivers a 124-degree horizontal field of view, making it practical for ceiling mounting in rooms or corridors where a single camera needs to cover significant width without mechanical pan or tilt.
AXIS Object Analytics
Preinstalled on-device analytics detect, classify, track, and count humans within the frame. This reduces manual review time and supports event-triggered recording or alerts without additional server-side software licensing.
AXIS Audio Analytics
An integrated acoustic sensor runs AXIS Audio Analytics, detecting sound events including screams, shouts, and abrupt sound-level changes. This adds a situational awareness layer in spaces where visual monitoring alone may miss incidents.
Edge Vault Cybersecurity
Axis Edge Vault is a hardware-based security platform built into the camera that protects device credentials, enables signed firmware verification, and supports a cryptographic device identity, reducing exposure to network-level attacks on the surveillance infrastructure.
Tool-Free Snap-On Installation
The snap-on casing design eliminates the need for screws during installation. Combined with Direct Installation View through the AXIS Installer app via Bluetooth, this significantly shortens deployment time on larger indoor camera rollouts.
Best For
- Open-Plan Office Ceilings: The 124-degree horizontal field of view means a single camera can monitor a broad workspace from a central ceiling position, reducing the number of devices needed across a floor plate.
- Retail Floor and Checkout Monitoring: 4K resolution provides enough image detail to review customer interactions, queue behaviour, and incident review in retail environments with good ambient lighting.
- Corridors and Reception Areas: The compact mini dome profile sits flush against ceilings without drawing significant attention, suiting front-of-house areas in offices, hotels, and shared buildings.
- Sound-Sensitive Indoor Environments: Where audio events such as disturbances or raised voices are a monitoring concern, the built-in acoustic sensor and AXIS Audio Analytics provide detection without a separate sensor device.
Why Choose the Axis M3098-V
The Axis M3098-V brings together 4K resolution, a genuinely wide 124-degree field of view, and two layers of on-device analytics in a mini dome that installs faster than most comparable models. The combination of AXIS Object Analytics for human detection and AXIS Audio Analytics for acoustic event detection is preinstalled and runs on the camera itself, meaning no additional analytics server or licensing is required for basic use. Edge Vault cybersecurity protection is built into the hardware, which is a meaningful differentiator for organisations where network security governance applies to surveillance infrastructure. The Lightfinder sensor handles low indoor light conditions down to 0.19 lux in colour, extending usability across dimly lit areas without relying on separate IR illumination. The snap-on tool-free casing and Bluetooth installer alignment genuinely reduce per-camera deployment time on multi-camera sites. Available through Security Wholesalers, the M3098-V suits commercial installations where analytics capability and installation efficiency both matter.
Buyer Decision Tips
No Built-In IR Illumination: The M3098-V does not include infrared LEDs. It relies entirely on existing ambient lighting. Its Lightfinder sensor performs well down to 0.19 lux in colour and 0.05 lux in black and white, which suits most lit indoor environments, but it is not suited to spaces that go fully dark after hours. If the target area loses all lighting at night, consider a model with built-in IR or supplementary lighting.
Frame Rate Limitation: The M3098-V captures at a maximum of 12 to 15 frames per second at full 4K resolution. This is lower than the 25fps rate common in many CCTV cameras and may affect smoothness when reviewing fast movement during incident playback. For applications where fluid motion capture is a priority, such as monitoring high-traffic entrances or busy cashier lanes, confirm that this frame rate meets your review requirements before specifying this model.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
Axis M3098-V |
| Part Number |
03275-001 |
| Resolution |
8MP (3840 x 2160) 4K |
| Image Sensor |
1/1.8″ CMOS |
| Lens Type |
Fixed focal length |
| Focal Length |
3.76mm |
| Horizontal Field of View |
124 degrees |
| Vertical Field of View |
66 degrees |
| Max Frame Rate |
12/15 fps |
| Minimum Illumination |
Colour: 0.19 lux; Black and White: 0.05 lux |
| IR Illumination |
None |
| Video Compression |
H.265, H.264 (High, Main), Zipstream |
| WDR |
Yes |
| Lightfinder |
Yes |
| Analytics |
AXIS Object Analytics (human detection, classification, tracking, counting); AXIS Audio Analytics (acoustic event detection) |
| Cybersecurity |
Axis Edge Vault (hardware-based security platform) |
| Local Storage |
MicroSD / MicroSDHC / MicroSDXC card slot |
| Power |
PoE (Class 2), RJ45 |
| IP Rating |
IP42 |
| IK Rating |
IK08 |
| Installation |
Snap-on tool-free casing; Direct Installation View via AXIS Installer app over Bluetooth |
| Housing Type |
Mini dome (indoor ceiling/wall mount) |
Ideal Use Cases
Corporate Office Floors
The 124-degree horizontal field of view and 4K sensor allow a single ceiling-mounted M3098-V to cover a broad open-plan workspace, while AXIS Object Analytics provides human tracking and counting without manual video review.
Retail Store Floors
4K resolution provides the image detail needed to review customer behaviour and incidents at checkout or display areas, while the compact mini dome profile avoids an intrusive appearance in customer-facing spaces.
Hotel Lobbies and Corridors
The snap-on tool-free casing suits ceiling installations in finished interior spaces where minimising installation disruption is important. The IK08 rating adds resilience against accidental contact in high-traffic hospitality corridors.
Reception and Waiting Areas
AXIS Audio Analytics enables detection of raised voices or disturbances in reception or waiting environments, adding an acoustic monitoring layer alongside standard video coverage from a single ceiling-mounted device.
Multi-Site Commercial Rollouts
The Bluetooth-based Direct Installation View feature via the AXIS Installer app reduces per-camera alignment and setup time, making the M3098-V a practical choice for installers deploying large numbers of units across multiple sites.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: Your installation is indoors with reliable ambient lighting, you need broad 4K coverage from a fixed wide-angle lens, and on-device object and audio analytics are a requirement without additional server-side software.
- Choose a different model if: The monitored area loses all lighting after hours and IR illumination is needed, as the M3098-V has no built-in IR and relies entirely on ambient light. A fixed dome or turret camera with integrated IR would be more appropriate in that scenario.
- Choose a different model if: Your application demands 25fps or higher frame rates for smooth motion capture, such as monitoring fast-moving conveyor lines or high-volume pedestrian gates. The M3098-V is rated to a maximum of 12 to 15 fps at 4K.
- Choose a different model if: The installation site is outdoors or in a wet area, as the IP42 rating covers indoor dust and drip protection only and is not suited to exposed outdoor conditions.
FAQs
- Does the Axis M3098-V work in complete darkness?
No. The M3098-V does not include built-in IR illumination. It relies on existing ambient light in the installation area. Its Lightfinder sensor performs well in low-light conditions down to 0.19 lux in colour and 0.05 lux in black and white, which covers most dimly lit interior spaces, but it will not produce a usable image in a fully unlit environment.
- What does the acoustic sensor on the M3098-V actually do?
The acoustic sensor powers AXIS Audio Analytics, which detects specific sound events including screams, shouts, and abrupt changes in sound level. It is an analytics input only. The M3098-V does not have a confirmed built-in speaker or audio recording microphone, so the acoustic sensor cannot be used for two-way communication or general audio recording.
- Can the M3098-V be used outdoors?
No. The M3098-V carries an IP42 rating, which covers protection against objects larger than 1mm and dripping water from above. It is not rated for direct outdoor exposure, rain, or dusty industrial environments. It is designed for indoor ceiling or wall mounting in protected interior spaces.
- What is Axis Edge Vault and why does it matter?
Axis Edge Vault is a hardware security module built into the M3098-V that stores cryptographic keys and device credentials in a protected enclave. It supports signed firmware verification and a unique cryptographic device identity. For organisations with network security policies that apply to IP cameras, this provides a hardware-level assurance that the device has not been tampered with and that its identity can be verified.
- How does the snap-on installation work on the M3098-V?
The M3098-V uses a casing designed to clip into place without screws during the final installation step. The AXIS Installer app connects to the camera over Bluetooth and provides a Direct Installation View, allowing the installer to align the field of view on a smartphone or tablet screen before the casing is snapped shut. This reduces the need to remove and reposition the camera during commissioning.
- Does the M3098-V support local storage?
Yes. The camera includes a slot for microSD, microSDHC, or microSDXC cards, allowing local edge recording without full dependency on a network video recorder. This can be used for redundancy or as a standalone recording method in smaller deployments. The M3098-V is available through Security Wholesalers for trade and commercial buyers.
Additional Information
AXIS 03275-001 Datasheet
