Product SKU: P1245
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Product Overview
Separating the image sensor from the main camera body, the AXIS P1245 Mk II is engineered for installations where conventional camera housings simply cannot go. The thumb-sized sensor unit connects to the main body via a detachable cable up to 15 metres, allowing it to be recessed into a surface, positioned behind glass, or embedded within a kiosk or ATM fascia while the processing unit sits out of sight elsewhere. Equipped with a 2.8 mm fixed lens delivering a 111° horizontal field of view at 1080p, this camera captures broad indoor scenes without requiring any repositioning of the main unit. Featuring a built-in Deep Learning Processing Unit, the P1245 Mk II runs AXIS Object Analytics out of the box for people and vehicle classification. It also supports H.265 with Zipstream compression, microSD edge storage, and ONVIF compliance. This makes it well suited to retail counters, self-checkout areas, office environments, healthcare waiting rooms, and any indoor space where keeping surveillance hardware out of sight is an operational or design priority.
Key Capabilities
Modular Sensor Design
The sensor unit separates from the main body via a detachable cable up to 15 metres. This lets the tiny sensor be recessed into a panel, concealed behind glass, or embedded inside a kiosk fascia while the main unit is installed wherever access and cabling allow.
111° Horizontal Field of View
The 2.8 mm F2.0 fixed lens delivers a 111° horizontal and 61° vertical field of view at 1080p. This wide indoor coverage means a single sensor placement at a retail counter or kiosk can capture the full interaction zone without requiring multiple units.
Deep Learning Analytics Onboard
A dedicated Deep Learning Processing Unit runs AXIS Object Analytics pre-installed, classifying people and vehicles directly on the camera. ACAP version 4 support allows additional third-party analytics applications to be loaded without needing a separate server.
H.265 with Zipstream Compression
Support for H.264 and H.265 encoding with Zipstream technology reduces bandwidth and storage demands by lowering the bitrate during periods of low scene activity. Multiple independently configurable video streams allow different quality levels for recording and live viewing simultaneously.
Forensic Capture Wide Dynamic Range
The built-in wide dynamic range processing handles scenes with strong contrast between bright and shadowed areas, such as a counter near a window or a brightly lit ATM screen. Detail is retained in both highlights and shadows within the same frame.
Best For
- ATMs and self-service kiosks: The sensor can be embedded directly into the kiosk fascia or bezel, with the main unit housed inside the machine, leaving no visible camera hardware on the exterior.
- Behind-glass retail installations: The small sensor unit can be positioned behind a glass display panel or window where a standard camera body would be too bulky or visually intrusive.
- Office and conference room monitoring: The discreet form factor fits into ceiling voids or recessed panels where maintaining room aesthetics is important alongside security requirements.
- Healthcare and privacy-sensitive waiting areas: Privacy masking and image overlay features allow operators to block specific zones in the frame, balancing monitoring obligations with occupant privacy expectations.
Why Choose the AXIS P1245 Mk II
The P1245 Mk II addresses a specific installation challenge that fixed-body cameras cannot: placing a sensor in a confined or cosmetically restricted space while keeping the processing hardware accessible. The 15-metre detachable cable between the sensor and main unit gives installers genuine flexibility to embed the sensor where no standard dome or bullet could fit. With a 111° horizontal field of view, it captures more of a scene than the narrower AXIS P1265 Mk II pinhole variant, making it the stronger option when wider coverage matters more than absolute sensor invisibility. The onboard DLPU running AXIS Object Analytics means basic people and vehicle detection is available without an additional analytics server, and H.265 with Zipstream keeps ongoing storage costs manageable. Available through Security Wholesalers, the P1245 Mk II suits integrators and end users who need a technically capable indoor camera that disappears into its environment rather than dominating it.
Buyer Decision Tips
Lighting is non-negotiable: The P1245 Mk II has no built-in IR illumination. It requires a minimum of approximately 0.2 lux at F2.0 to produce a usable colour image. Before specifying this camera, confirm that the installation environment has adequate ambient or supplementary lighting at all times, including after hours. In locations where lighting cannot be guaranteed, a camera with integrated IR should be considered instead.
Plan the cable route before installation: The sensor-to-main-unit cable can reach up to 15 metres, but that distance must be achievable through the wall cavity, ceiling space, or kiosk interior of the specific installation. Measure the actual routing path, not just the straight-line distance. The main unit still requires a PoE network connection, so factor in the network cable run separately when planning the installation layout.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
AXIS P1245 Mk II Modular Standard Camera |
| Sensor |
1/2.9-inch progressive scan RGB CMOS |
| Resolution |
1080p (1920 x 1080) |
| Frame Rate |
Up to approximately 25-30 fps (region dependent) |
| Lens |
2.8 mm fixed, F2.0, M12 mount (replaceable) |
| Field of View |
Horizontal 111°, vertical 61° |
| Minimum Focus Distance |
Approximately 0.2 m |
| Modular Cable Length |
Detachable cable up to 15 metres (sensor unit to main unit) |
| Minimum Illumination |
Approximately 0.2 lux (colour, 50 IRE, F2.0) |
| IR Illumination |
None – requires ambient or supplementary lighting |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
Forensic Capture WDR |
| Video Compression |
H.265, H.264 (Baseline/Main/High), Zipstream |
| Analytics |
AXIS Object Analytics pre-installed (people and vehicle classification); DLPU onboard; ACAP v4 support |
| Image Settings |
Rotation 0°/90°/180°/270°, mirror, corridor mode, privacy masking, text/image overlay |
| Edge Storage |
MicroSD/microSDHC/microSDXC slot |
| Network Security |
HTTPS/TLS, IEEE 802.1X, secure boot, signed firmware, IPv4/IPv6 |
| Protocols |
ONVIF Profiles G, M, S, T; SNMP; QoS; DNS |
| Power |
Power over Ethernet (PoE) |
| Operating Temperature |
-20 °C to +45 °C |
| Protection Rating |
IP3X – indoor use only |
Ideal Use Cases
ATMs and Self-Service Machines
The sensor unit is small enough to embed within an ATM fascia or ticket machine surround, with the main unit concealed inside the cabinet. The 111° FoV covers the full user interaction zone and the DLPU can log activity through AXIS Object Analytics.
Retail Counters and Display Cases
Positioning the sensor behind a glass display panel or within a counter surround keeps surveillance hardware invisible to customers. Forensic Capture WDR handles the mixed lighting typical of retail display environments without losing detail in shadowed areas.
Office and Conference Room Security
The sensor unit can be recessed into a ceiling tile, wall panel, or partition surround where a visible camera dome would be inappropriate. Corridor mode and 90° rotation options allow the 1080p image to be oriented for narrow room layouts.
Healthcare Waiting Rooms and Intake Areas
Privacy masking allows specific zones within the 111° field of view to be permanently blocked, supporting compliance with patient privacy obligations while still monitoring entry points and reception areas.
Museums and Galleries
With the sensor recessed into display plinths, wall panels, or ceiling voids, surveillance hardware is kept out of the exhibit experience. The wide 111° view covers broad gallery spaces from a single unobtrusive sensor placement.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need a modular discreet camera with a wide 111° horizontal field of view and the sensor location does not need to be completely invisible – for example, recessed into a kiosk surround, retail counter edge, or conference room ceiling panel.
- Choose the AXIS P1265 Mk II if: Maximum concealment is the priority and a narrower 91° field of view is acceptable. The P1265 Mk II uses a true pinhole sensor that exposes only a small lens hole, making it better suited to height strips, ATM fascias, or any surface where even a thumb-sized sensor would be noticed.
- Choose a different product type if: The installation environment lacks reliable ambient lighting after hours. The P1245 Mk II has no built-in IR and requires at least 0.2 lux to produce a usable image. A camera with integrated IR illumination would be more appropriate for unlit indoor spaces monitored outside business hours.
FAQs
- How far can the sensor unit be placed from the main unit?
The sensor unit connects to the main unit via a detachable cable with a maximum length of 15 metres. This distance is measured along the actual cable run through the wall cavity or enclosure, not as a straight-line measurement. The main unit still requires its own separate PoE network connection to the switch.
- Does the P1245 Mk II work in complete darkness?
No. This camera has no built-in IR illumination. It requires a minimum of approximately 0.2 lux of ambient or external lighting to produce a usable colour image at F2.0. Environments that are completely unlit after hours will not be adequately covered without supplementary lighting installed at the sensor location.
- Can the lens be swapped out for a different focal length?
Yes. The sensor unit uses an M12 lens mount and the factory-installed 2.8 mm F2.0 lens is replaceable. Changing to a different M12 lens would alter the field of view, but the standard configuration ships with the 2.8 mm lens providing a 111° horizontal field of view at 1080p.
- What analytics does the P1245 Mk II support out of the box?
AXIS Object Analytics comes pre-installed on the camera and uses the onboard Deep Learning Processing Unit to classify people and vehicles in the scene. Additional analytics applications can be loaded via the ACAP version 4 framework without requiring a dedicated analytics server, provided the application is compatible with the DLPU hardware.
- Is this camera suitable for outdoor or semi-outdoor installation?
No. The P1245 Mk II carries an IP3X protection rating, which provides limited protection against solid objects larger than 2.5 mm but offers no moisture or water resistance. It is rated for indoor use only, with an operating temperature range of -20 °C to +45 °C. It should not be installed in outdoor, covered outdoor, or high-humidity environments.
- How does Zipstream affect storage requirements in practice?
Zipstream reduces the bitrate during periods of low scene activity by applying more aggressive compression when there is little movement. In a relatively static indoor environment such as a waiting room or office corridor, this can meaningfully reduce the storage used compared to standard H.265 encoding at a fixed bitrate, without affecting image quality during active scenes.
- Can privacy masking be applied to block specific areas of the frame?
Yes. The P1245 Mk II supports configurable privacy masking, allowing specific zones within the 111° field of view to be permanently blocked in both live and recorded footage. This is useful in healthcare waiting areas, change rooms adjacent to monitored corridors, or any space where partial scene coverage is required to meet privacy obligations. The camera also supports text and image overlay for labelling streams. This model is part of the Security Wholesalers range and can be discussed with the team if you need guidance on privacy mask configuration for your specific site layout.
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