Product Overview
For frontline security personnel, enforcement officers, and field teams who need tamper-evident, encrypted footage backed by GPS tracking and cellular connectivity, the Axis W120 Body Worn Camera delivers a purpose-built wearable solution that holds up under real operational demands. Equipped with a 137-degree wide-angle 2.3mm lens and a 2MP 1080p sensor, it captures broad scene coverage even when worn during active movement, with electronic image stabilisation at 720p keeping footage usable during walking patrols. Built-in LTE/4G, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connectivity allow footage to be offloaded wirelessly at up to 100 Mbit/s once back in range, while the integrated GNSS receiver continuously logs location across GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou networks. With 64GB of internal storage holding up to 30 hours of footage, a 3600mAh battery rated to 13.5 hours at 1080p or 15 hours at 720p, and an IP67 weatherproof rating, the W120 is built to run a full shift without compromise.
Key Capabilities
137-Degree Wide Field of View
The 2.3mm fixed lens with a 137-degree horizontal field of view captures broad scenes in front of the officer without requiring precise aiming, making it practical during confrontations, incident response, or active patrol where the camera cannot be manually repositioned.
Built-In LTE/4G, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
Cellular and wireless connectivity means footage does not have to wait for the end of a shift to be offloaded. The W120 can transfer recordings wirelessly at up to 100 Mbit/s when within range of a system controller, reducing administrative delays in evidence management.
Integrated GNSS Location Tracking
A built-in GNSS receiver supporting GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou logs continuous position data alongside video. This embeds verified location metadata directly into recordings, which is critical for evidential integrity and incident timeline reconstruction.
AES-256 Encryption and Axis Edge Vault
Footage stored on the 64GB internal drive is protected by AES-256 encryption at rest, with TLS securing data in transit. The Axis Edge Vault hardware-based cybersecurity platform and secure boot process prevent unauthorised access to recordings or system tampering.
All-Day Battery with 64GB Storage
The 3600mAh Li-ion battery provides up to 15 hours of recording at 720p or 13.5 hours at 1080p, with up to 29 hours in standby. Combined with 64GB of onboard storage holding up to 30 hours of footage, the W120 can carry a full shift without requiring mid-day charging or offloading.
Dual Microphones with Voice Enhancement
Built-in dual microphones record audio in AAC-LC format at 48kHz with up to 2x128kbps channels in post-processing mode, with voice enhancement functionality to improve speech clarity in noisy environments such as outdoor patrols, crowd situations, or transit corridors.
Best For
- Security Patrol Officers: The 15-hour battery life, IP67 weatherproofing, and electronic image stabilisation make the W120 practical for officers working full outdoor shifts across variable conditions.
- Enforcement and Compliance Field Teams: Integrated GNSS tracking and AES-256 encrypted storage support evidential chain-of-custody requirements where location-stamped, tamper-resistant recordings are needed.
- Transit and Parking Officers: Built-in LTE/4G allows footage to be offloaded wirelessly when officers return to a base or vehicle-mounted access point, without requiring manual docking procedures after every patrol.
- Healthcare and Lone Worker Safety Programs: The 260g wearable form factor, wide 137-degree lens, and dual microphone audio capture suit de-escalation and incident recording requirements in healthcare, corrections, or utility field environments.
Why Choose the Axis W120
The Axis W120 Body Worn Camera separates itself from entry-level body-worn options through the combination of hardware-based encryption, integrated multi-constellation GNSS, and cellular connectivity in a single wearable device. Where simpler body-worn cameras rely on USB docking to offload footage at the end of a shift, the W120 transfers recordings wirelessly over LTE/4G or Wi-Fi at up to 100 Mbit/s, reducing administration time and minimising the risk of footage gaps in evidence chains. The Axis Edge Vault platform adds a layer of cybersecurity that is not found on consumer-grade or mid-tier wearables, protecting both recordings and device identity. At 260g with USB-C charging and an IP67 rating, it is built for sustained daily use across physically demanding roles. Available at Security Wholesalers, the W120 is the AU/NZ regional variant in white, confirmed TAA compliant.
Buyer Decision Tips
Buyer Tip 1 – System Infrastructure: The Axis W120 is designed to work within the Axis body worn ecosystem, including an Axis system controller for wireless footage offloading and management. Before purchasing, confirm that your organisation has or is planning to deploy the compatible Axis body worn system infrastructure. The camera’s LTE/4G offload and GNSS tracking features deliver their full value when integrated with the Axis body worn management platform, not as a standalone recording device.
Buyer Tip 2 – Resolution vs. Battery Trade-off: Recording at 1080p provides the highest image detail but reduces battery life to approximately 13.5 hours per charge. If your patrol shifts exceed 13.5 hours or access to charging between shifts is limited, consider whether 720p recording with up to 15 hours of battery and electronic image stabilisation better suits your operational requirements. Both resolutions use the same H.264 High Profile compression with Axis Zipstream to manage storage efficiently across the 64GB internal drive.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
Axis W120 Body Worn Camera (White – AU/NZ/EU/UK) |
| Sensor |
1/2.9″ progressive scan RGB CMOS |
| Effective Resolution |
2MP – 1920×1080 (1080p) and 1280×720 (720p) |
| Lens |
2.3mm fixed, F2.1, fixed iris |
| Field of View |
Horizontal 137°, Vertical 76° |
| Minimum Illumination |
0.1 lux |
| Frame Rate |
25fps at 50Hz / 30fps at 60Hz |
| Video Compression |
H.264 (MPEG-4 Part 10/AVC) High Profile with Axis Zipstream |
| WDR |
Yes |
| Image Stabilisation |
Electronic image stabilisation (720p) |
| Audio |
Built-in dual microphones; AAC-LC; 48kHz, 128kbps (1 channel) or 2x128kbps (2 channel post-processing mode); voice enhancement |
| Internal Storage |
64GB (up to 30 hours of footage) |
| Battery |
Li-ion 3600mAh; up to 15 hours at 720p / 13.5 hours at 1080p; up to 29 hours standby; USB-C charging |
| Connectivity |
LTE/4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| GNSS |
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou |
| Sensors |
3-axis gyroscope, accelerometer, compass |
| Cybersecurity |
Axis Edge Vault hardware-based platform; AES-256 encryption at rest; TLS in transit; secure boot |
| IP Rating |
IP67 |
| Offload Speed |
Up to 100 Mbit/s (camera to system controller) |
| Weight / Dimensions |
260g / 95 x 140 x 40mm |
| Compliance |
TAA compliant; country of origin: Poland |
Ideal Use Cases
Security Guard Patrols
The 15-hour battery life and IP67 weatherproofing allow officers to cover outdoor and indoor patrols across a full shift. The 137-degree field of view captures wide scene context without requiring the officer to adjust the camera during active patrols.
Transit and Parking Enforcement
Officers working across large areas benefit from integrated GNSS location logging and LTE/4G connectivity, allowing footage to be offloaded wirelessly when returning to a base or docking zone, without manual USB transfers after every patrol run.
Retail Loss Prevention
Loss prevention teams operating on the shop floor or in stockrooms can record incidents discreetly using the compact wearable body. AES-256 encryption protects recordings from the moment they are captured, maintaining chain-of-custody integrity for retail theft evidence.
Healthcare and Lone Worker Safety
In healthcare, corrections, or utility field environments, the dual microphone audio capture with voice enhancement and wide-angle lens records interactions accurately, with GNSS tracking supporting lone worker safety and location verification during remote or high-risk site visits.
Event Crowd Management
The 137-degree horizontal field of view captures crowd scenes and incident contexts without requiring precise camera aiming during fast-moving situations. The built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi allow footage offloading at temporary base stations set up at event venues.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: Your deployment requires a connected body-worn camera with built-in LTE/4G for wireless footage offloading, integrated GNSS location tracking across GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou networks, and hardware-level AES-256 encryption via Axis Edge Vault for evidential integrity in security, enforcement, or compliance roles.
- Choose a different model if: Your organisation does not have or is not planning to deploy an Axis body worn system controller, as the W120’s wireless offloading, location sync, and management features are designed to operate within that ecosystem. If standalone docking-based workflows with simpler system requirements are preferred, a different body-worn platform may better suit your operational setup.
- Choose a different model if: Your shift length exceeds 15 hours without access to a USB-C charging point between rotations, or if your team requires night vision or IR illumination, as the W120 operates to a minimum 0.1 lux sensitivity without built-in IR and relies on ambient light for low-light recording.
FAQs
- Does the Axis W120 require a docking station to offload footage?
No. The W120 uses built-in LTE/4G and Wi-Fi to transfer footage wirelessly at up to 100 Mbit/s to a compatible Axis system controller, eliminating the need for a physical docking step at the end of every shift. Officers can offload recordings passively when back in range of the system controller, which reduces administrative time and keeps evidence workflows moving efficiently.
- How is footage protected from tampering or unauthorised access?
The W120 uses AES-256 encryption for all footage stored on the 64GB internal drive, with TLS encryption protecting data during wireless transfer. The Axis Edge Vault hardware-based cybersecurity platform and secure boot process prevent unauthorised modification of recordings or the device’s operating environment, which is critical for maintaining evidential chain-of-custody requirements in enforcement and compliance settings.
- How accurate is the GNSS location tracking, and which satellite networks does it use?
The W120 integrates a GNSS receiver supporting GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou simultaneously. Using multiple constellations improves location fix accuracy and reliability across different geographic regions and in environments where single-network coverage may be inconsistent, such as urban canyons or areas with partial sky visibility. Location data is embedded continuously into recordings for incident timeline verification.
- What is the difference between 1080p and 720p recording modes on the W120?
At 1080p, the camera records at full 1920×1080 resolution with up to 13.5 hours of battery life per charge. At 720p, resolution drops to 1280×720 but electronic image stabilisation activates and battery life extends to up to 15 hours. For patrol roles where shift length is a priority and stabilised footage matters during walking, 720p offers practical advantages. Both modes use H.264 High Profile compression with Axis Zipstream to manage storage across the 64GB drive.
- How is audio captured, and is it suitable for use in evidential recordings?
The W120 features built-in dual microphones recording in AAC-LC format at 48kHz. In post-processing mode, two separate audio channels are recorded at 2x128kbps, which supports enhanced audio editing and voice clarity analysis after capture. Voice enhancement functionality improves speech intelligibility in noisy environments. The dual-channel recording is specifically designed to support evidential-grade audio review workflows.
- Is the Axis W120 suitable for use in wet or outdoor environments?
Yes. The W120 carries an IP67 ingress protection rating, meaning it is fully protected against dust ingress and can withstand temporary immersion in water to 1 metre. This rating makes it suitable for outdoor patrols in rain, as well as wet indoor environments such as car wash facilities, food processing areas, or coastal enforcement routes where water exposure is a routine risk.
- Where can I purchase the Axis W120 and get advice on body-worn system deployment in Australia?
The Axis W120 Body Worn Camera (SKU 02681-002) is available through Security Wholesalers, supplied as the confirmed AU/NZ regional variant in white. For organisations deploying body-worn cameras across a team, it is recommended to discuss system controller compatibility, network offloading infrastructure, and storage management requirements before placing a fleet order, to ensure the full feature set of the W120 is accessible from day one of deployment.
Additional Information
AXIS 02681-002 Datasheet
