Product SKU: P1387-LE
Product Overview
Built for demanding outdoor and industrial installations where image quality cannot be compromised, the AXIS P1387-LE is a 5 MP box-style network camera engineered for critical infrastructure, transport hubs, and high-security perimeters. Featuring Lightfinder 2.0 and Forensic WDR working together, the camera maintains true colour accuracy and controlled contrast across scenes with strong mixed lighting, whether monitoring a floodlit loading dock at night or a sun-drenched building entrance at midday. Equipped with Optimized IR illumination reaching up to 50 m and electronic image stabilisation to counter vibration on poles or masts, it delivers sharp, usable footage under conditions that challenge less capable cameras. The i-CS and CS mount lens system, supplied here with a 2.8-13 mm varifocal lens, allows installers to precisely frame coverage during commissioning. IP66, IP67, IK10, and NEMA 4X ratings combined with a -40 °C to +60 °C operating range make the P1387-LE a serious choice for installations that cannot afford downtime.
Key Capabilities
Lightfinder 2.0
Lightfinder 2.0 preserves colour rendition and image sharpness in very low ambient light, where competing cameras switch to monochrome. This is critical for perimeter and infrastructure sites where colour detail in footage directly affects incident review and evidence quality.
Forensic WDR
Forensic WDR manages extreme contrast scenes, such as building entrances with bright sky behind subjects or mixed artificial and natural lighting at gatehouse positions, by processing shadow and highlight detail simultaneously for accurate, usable images across the full frame.
Optimized IR up to 50 m
The built-in Optimized IR system illuminates subjects at up to 50 metres in complete darkness while managing illumination angle to match the field of view. This minimises hotspots and produces even, low-noise night-time images suited to outdoor industrial environments.
i-CS / CS Interchangeable Lens System
The i-CS and CS mount system allows the lens to be swapped without replacing the camera body, giving installers control over field of view during commissioning or after site requirements change. This unit ships with a 2.8-13 mm varifocal lens for adjustable coverage at install.
Electronic Image Stabilisation
Electronic image stabilisation reduces blur caused by wind-induced vibration on poles, masts, and gantries. For infrastructure and transport installations where cameras are mounted on elevated structures, this keeps footage sharp and reliable without mechanical damping solutions.
DLPU-Powered AXIS Object Analytics
A dedicated deep-learning processing unit runs AXIS Object Analytics onboard, enabling vehicle and human detection with scene-based rules without relying on server-side processing. This supports event-driven monitoring at remote or bandwidth-constrained industrial and infrastructure sites.
Best For
- Critical Infrastructure Perimeters: The combination of NEMA 4X corrosion resistance, -40 °C to +60 °C operating range, and a built-in lens heater makes the P1387-LE suited to power stations, water treatment facilities, and utilities where environmental extremes are routine.
- Transport and Logistics Hubs: Airports, rail stations, ports, and highway installations benefit from the 5 MP resolution, 50/60 fps frame rate, and electronic image stabilisation, which together deliver sharp vehicle and personnel detail across large, high-traffic scenes.
- Pole and Mast Installations: Electronic image stabilisation directly addresses the vibration common on elevated pole or mast mounts, making this camera a practical choice where physical damping is not available or practical.
- Sites Requiring Lens Flexibility: The i-CS/CS interchangeable lens mount is well suited to installers who need to dial in exact coverage angles during commissioning or who anticipate site layout changes that would otherwise require a full camera replacement.
Why Choose the AXIS P1387-LE
The AXIS P1387-LE sits in a tier of outdoor box cameras where the combination of Lightfinder 2.0, Forensic WDR, and a dedicated DLPU separates it from fixed-lens alternatives that handle only one or two of those requirements. A simpler outdoor camera may offer IR night vision or basic WDR, but the P1387-LE addresses colour fidelity in low light, contrast management in mixed lighting, vibration-affected mounts, and onboard intelligent analytics as a unified package. The 5 MP sensor running at up to 50/60 fps provides the frame rate and resolution that high-security and infrastructure monitoring standards increasingly demand. The IP66, IP67, IK10, and NEMA 4X ratings, combined with the -40 °C to +60 °C range and lens heater, reflect a camera specified for long service life in genuinely harsh conditions rather than typical suburban installs. Available through Security Wholesalers, the P1387-LE suits integrators and security professionals specifying for projects where image accuracy and hardware longevity are non-negotiable requirements.
Buyer Decision Tips
Lens Planning: The included 2.8-13 mm varifocal lens covers a useful range of installation distances and angles, but the i-CS/CS mount means you can fit alternative lenses if your site requires a wider field of view or longer focal length. Confirm your required coverage angle and subject distance before finalising mounting position, as the box camera form factor offers more lens flexibility than dome or turret alternatives but requires deliberate aiming and bracket selection at install.
Power and Infrastructure: The P1387-LE uses PoE Class 4 or DC power (10-28 V DC). Verify that your switch or injector supports Class 4 PoE output before installation, particularly on multi-camera runs from a single switch. For remote pole or perimeter locations, DC power supply may be the more practical option depending on cable run distance and available infrastructure.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
AXIS P1387-LE (02736-001) |
| Resolution |
5 MP (2592 x 1944) |
| Sensor |
1/2.7″ progressive scan CMOS |
| Frame Rate |
Up to 50/60 fps at all resolutions |
| Included Lens |
2.8-13 mm varifocal lens |
| Lens Mount |
i-CS / CS mount (interchangeable) |
| Low-Light Technology |
Lightfinder 2.0 |
| WDR |
Forensic WDR |
| IR Illumination |
Optimized IR LEDs, up to 50 m range |
| Image Stabilisation |
Electronic image stabilisation (EIS) |
| Video Compression |
H.264, H.265, Zipstream |
| Analytics |
AXIS Object Analytics, DLPU onboard |
| Audio I/O |
Yes |
| Power |
PoE Class 4 or DC (10-28 V DC) |
| Weather/Ingress Protection |
IP66 / IP67 / NEMA 4X |
| Impact Protection |
IK10 vandal resistant |
| Operating Temperature |
-40 °C to +60 °C (with lens heater) |
| Dimensions |
Approx. 290 x 105 x 105 mm (L x W x H) |
Ideal Use Cases
Critical Infrastructure
Power stations, water treatment plants, and utilities operate in environments with extreme temperature swings, moisture, and corrosive atmospheres. The P1387-LE’s NEMA 4X housing, -40 °C to +60 °C range, and built-in lens heater directly address these conditions over long deployment cycles.
Transport Hubs
Airports, rail stations, and port facilities require cameras that capture clear vehicle and personnel detail across wide, busy scenes in variable lighting. The 5 MP sensor at up to 50/60 fps, combined with Forensic WDR and Lightfinder 2.0, produces footage that supports both live monitoring and post-incident review.
Industrial Facility Perimeters
Factories and warehouses with low-light outdoor areas, loading dock approaches, and fence lines benefit from the 50 m Optimized IR range and AXIS Object Analytics for vehicle and human detection, reducing the need for continuous manual monitoring at extended perimeter zones.
Pole and Mast-Mounted Surveillance
Highway surveillance, remote site monitoring, and elevated gantry positions all introduce wind-induced vibration that degrades footage quality. Electronic image stabilisation is built into the P1387-LE specifically to address this, making it a practical fit for any elevated or exposed mounting position.
Government and Commercial Security
Perimeter protection and controlled entrance monitoring at government facilities, commercial campuses, and defence-adjacent sites demand cameras with ONVIF compliance for VMS integration, onboard analytics for automated event detection, and housing ratings that support long-term outdoor deployment without maintenance-intensive servicing schedules.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: Your installation is in a harsh outdoor or industrial environment, requires lens interchangeability for precise field-of-view control, needs onboard AXIS Object Analytics with a dedicated DLPU, or involves pole/mast mounting where electronic image stabilisation is necessary to maintain footage quality.
- Choose a different model if: The installation is indoors or in a mild outdoor environment where NEMA 4X, IK10, and the extended temperature range are unnecessary. A turret or dome camera with a fixed lens may offer faster installation and a lower per-unit cost for standard commercial or residential applications where the P1387-LE’s industrial-grade specification would be overspecified.
- Choose a different model if: Your project requires pan, tilt, and zoom capability for wide-area coverage from a single mounting point. The P1387-LE is a fixed-direction box camera, and motorised PTZ cameras are better suited where active scene tracking or wide-area patrol patterns are needed.
FAQs
- What does Lightfinder 2.0 actually do differently from standard low-light mode?
Standard low-light cameras typically shift to monochrome when ambient light drops below a threshold. Lightfinder 2.0 maintains colour accuracy and image sharpness at very low lux levels without switching to black-and-white mode. For perimeter and infrastructure monitoring, this means colour-based identification of clothing, vehicles, and markings remains possible even in poorly lit outdoor areas.
- Can I use a different lens with the P1387-LE, or am I locked to the 2.8-13 mm varifocal lens it comes with?
The P1387-LE uses an i-CS and CS mount system, which means lenses can be swapped. This unit ships with a 2.8-13 mm varifocal lens, but AXIS-compatible i-CS and CS mount lenses with different focal lengths can be fitted to suit specific coverage requirements. The i-CS mount additionally supports automatic iris and focus parameter communication between lens and camera.
- How does electronic image stabilisation help in outdoor installations?
On pole-mounted, mast-mounted, or gantry-fixed cameras, wind and mechanical vibration introduce blur and frame shift that makes footage difficult to review and reduces the effectiveness of onboard analytics. Electronic image stabilisation in the P1387-LE compensates for this movement in real time, keeping the image steady without mechanical damping or additional hardware.
- What is the operating temperature range, and does it include a lens heater?
The P1387-LE is rated for -40 °C to +60 °C operation. It includes a built-in lens heater specifically to prevent ice and condensation forming on the lens element in cold or humid conditions, which would otherwise degrade image quality at exposed outdoor sites during winter months.
- What does AXIS Object Analytics detect, and does it require a server to run?
AXIS Object Analytics detects humans and vehicles and allows the creation of scene-based rules such as line crossing, object in area, and direction detection. It runs entirely on the camera’s dedicated deep-learning processing unit (DLPU), meaning no external server or VMS processing resource is required. This is particularly useful for remote or bandwidth-limited sites where cloud or server-based analytics are not practical.
- Is the P1387-LE compatible with third-party VMS platforms?
Yes. The AXIS P1387-LE is ONVIF Profile S, G, and T compliant, which means it integrates with most professional video management software platforms used in enterprise and infrastructure security projects. AXIS Camera Management and AXIS Device Manager are also compatible for configuration and maintenance. Security Wholesalers can assist with compatibility queries for specific VMS environments.
- What protection ratings does the housing carry, and what environments does this cover?
The P1387-LE carries IP66 and IP67 ratings for dust ingress and water jet or temporary immersion resistance, IK10 for resistance to mechanical impact, and NEMA 4X for protection against corrosion from salt, moisture, and certain chemical atmospheres. This combination makes it suited to coastal installations, marine-adjacent sites, chemical processing areas, and any outdoor location with aggressive environmental conditions.
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