HDTV 1080p network box camera family for indoor, outdoor and customizable surveillance applications.

The AXIS P1385 Box Camera Series is a professional 2 MP / HDTV 1080p network surveillance camera family available in standard, outdoor and barebone configurations.

The series combines a 1/2.8-inch progressive scan RGB CMOS sensor, 2.8–13 mm F1.4 varifocal lens, Lightfinder 2.0, Forensic WDR, day/night functionality, support for AI analytics and Axis Edge Vault.

Four configurations allow users and integrators to select the version appropriate for the installation:

AXIS P1385 — 2 MP indoor box camera
AXIS P1385-B — 2 MP indoor barebone box camera
AXIS P1385-BE — 2 MP outdoor barebone box camera
AXIS P1385-E — 2 MP outdoor box camera

Rather than selecting solely by resolution, customers should consider the installation environment, viewing distance, field of view, lens requirement, lighting and analytics requirements.

Key Features

• 2 MP / HDTV 1080p network surveillance
• 1/2.8-inch progressive scan RGB CMOS sensor
• 2.9 µm pixel size
• 2.8–13 mm varifocal lens
• F1.4 aperture
• 121°–26° horizontal field of view
• 64°–15° vertical field of view
• IR-corrected lens
• CS-mount architecture
• P-Iris control
• Automatic removable infrared-cut filter
• Day/night functionality
• Lightfinder 2.0
• Forensic WDR
• Exchangeable lens architecture
• Support for AI analytics
• Axis Edge Vault cybersecurity capabilities
• Indoor, outdoor and barebone configurations

Technical Specifications

Brand: Axis Communications

Product family: AXIS P1385

Camera type: Network box camera

Resolution: 2 MP / HDTV 1080p

Image sensor: 1/2.8-inch progressive scan RGB CMOS

Pixel size: 2.9 µm

Lens: Varifocal 2.8–13 mm

Aperture: F1.4

Horizontal field of view: 121°–26°

Vertical field of view: 64°–15°

Lens correction: IR corrected

Lens mount: CS-mount

Iris control: P-Iris

Day/night: Automatically removable infrared-cut filter

Imaging technologies: Lightfinder 2.0, Forensic WDR

Analytics: Support for AI analytics

Cybersecurity: Axis Edge Vault

Effective Projected Area (EPA): 0.06 m² (0.20 ft²)

Camera weight: 2280 g (5.0 lb)

Weight including wall mount: 3165 g (7.0 lb)

AXIS P1385 Models

AXIS P1385

The AXIS P1385 is the standard indoor configuration.

It provides HDTV 1080p surveillance, Lightfinder 2.0, Forensic WDR, an exchangeable lens and support for deep-learning-based analytics.

This configuration can be considered where a conventional indoor box-camera installation with adjustable viewing coverage is required.

AXIS P1385-B

The AXIS P1385-B is the indoor barebone configuration.

It is designed for applications where the camera needs to become part of a customized installation rather than using a conventional complete camera arrangement.

The supplied product information identifies a 1/2.8-inch sensor, Lightfinder 2.0, Forensic WDR, support for AI analytics and Axis Edge Vault.

AXIS P1385-BE

The AXIS P1385-BE is the outdoor barebone configuration.

It provides a customizable foundation for outdoor surveillance applications.

Because this is a barebone model, customers and system integrators should establish the complete installation requirement—including lens, housing, mounting and environmental considerations—before procurement.

AXIS P1385-E

The AXIS P1385-E is the standard outdoor configuration.

The supplied specifications identify:

HDTV 1080p image quality

Operating temperature: -40 °C to 60 °C (-40 °F to 140 °F)

Robust and impact-resistant design

Support for AI analytics

Axis Edge Vault

It can be considered for outdoor environments requiring a conventional professional box-camera arrangement.

Image Quality and Low-Light Performance

The AXIS P1385 family combines HDTV 1080p imaging with Lightfinder 2.0 and Forensic WDR.

Lightfinder 2.0 is intended to support usable color imaging in challenging low-light situations.

Forensic WDR helps address scenes containing both bright and dark areas.

Actual surveillance results depend on the complete environment, including available illumination, subject movement, camera positioning, focal length and configuration.

Proper camera placement and lighting therefore remain important even when low-light and WDR technologies are available.

Varifocal Lens and Field of View

The supplied specification identifies a:

2.8–13 mm F1.4 varifocal lens

Horizontal field of view: 121°–26°

Vertical field of view: 64°–15°

At the wider end of the focal range, the camera provides broader scene coverage.

Moving toward the longer focal length narrows the viewing angle and may be appropriate when a more concentrated or distant area needs to be observed.

The appropriate focal length should be determined from the actual surveillance objective rather than simply choosing the widest or narrowest setting.

Day and Night Operation

The AXIS P1385 uses an automatically removable infrared-cut filter for day/night functionality.

This allows the camera to adapt its imaging operation as lighting conditions change.

Customers should separately establish whether their installation requires additional illumination and whether the selected P1385 configuration provides all required nighttime functionality.

AI Analytics

The AXIS P1385 family supports AI analytics.

Analytics can extend the camera beyond conventional video recording by allowing supported applications to process activity or objects within the scene.

Analytics performance can depend on factors including:

Camera mounting height

Viewing angle

Object size

Viewing distance

Lighting conditions

Scene complexity

Selected analytics application

Camera configuration

Where a specific detection or analytics outcome is required, verify the application requirements before choosing the camera.

Axis Edge Vault

The AXIS P1385 family incorporates Axis Edge Vault, providing device-level cybersecurity capabilities.

Cybersecurity should nevertheless be considered across the complete surveillance environment, including network architecture, firmware management, user permissions, credentials and video management software.

Camera security is one part of the complete system.

Exchangeable Lens Options

The CS-mount architecture provides additional flexibility where another viewing requirement calls for a different compatible lens.

The supplied product information identifies lens options including:

Lens CS 15–100 mm F1.9 P-Iris

Lens CS 2.8–8 mm F1.2 P-Iris 5 MP

Lens Computar i-CS 2.8–8.5 mm

Lens i-CS 9–50 mm F1.5 8 MP

Tamron 5MP Lens P-Iris 8–50 mm F1.6

Theia Varifocal Telephoto Lenses 9–40 mm

Theia Varifocal Ultra Wide Lens 1.8–3.0 mm

Exact lens compatibility should be verified against the selected AXIS P1385 variant before ordering.

Applications

The AXIS P1385 series may be considered for:

Commercial buildings

Retail environments

Warehouses

Industrial facilities

Entrances and exits

Office environments

Transportation facilities

Indoor surveillance

Outdoor surveillance

Perimeter monitoring

Customized surveillance installations

The appropriate model depends on the installation and surveillance objective.

Purpose of Use

The AXIS P1385 series is intended for professional network surveillance applications requiring 2 MP / HDTV 1080p video and adaptable lens coverage.

The combination of standard, outdoor and barebone configurations allows different types of installations to be addressed within the same product family.

Compatibility

Compatibility should be evaluated as a complete system rather than from the camera model alone.

Before procurement, verify:

Selected P1385 variant

Lens requirements

Mounting hardware

Network infrastructure

Power requirements

VMS compatibility

Analytics requirements

Environmental conditions

Required accessories

Any housing or customized installation requirements

This is especially important for the P1385-B and P1385-BE barebone versions.

AXIS P1385 vs P1387 vs P1388

Within the related P13 box-camera family:

AXIS P1385 — 2 MP / HDTV 1080p

AXIS P1387 — 5 MP

AXIS P1388 — 8 MP

Higher resolution does not automatically make one model more appropriate than another.

The required level of detail should be considered together with field of view, viewing distance, lighting, bandwidth, storage and analytics requirements.

A dedicated NEOTECH® Learning Center comparison can address this subject in greater educational detail.

Things to Verify Before Ordering

Before ordering, confirm:

Exact model — P1385, P1385-B, P1385-BE or P1385-E

Indoor or outdoor installation

Standard or barebone configuration

Required viewing distance

Required field of view

Required focal length

Lighting conditions

Day/night requirements

Analytics requirements

Lens compatibility

Mounting arrangement

Network infrastructure

Power requirements

VMS compatibility

Environmental requirements

Required accessories

For a barebone configuration, establish the complete installation requirements before procurement.

Who Should Consider the AXIS P1385?

The P1385 family may suit organizations requiring:

HDTV 1080p network surveillance

Professional box-camera architecture

Adjustable wide-to-narrow viewing coverage

Low-light imaging technologies

Indoor or outdoor configurations

Customizable barebone configurations

Exchangeable lens capability

AI analytics support

Integration within an Axis network surveillance environment

Where greater pixel resolution is required, comparison with the 5 MP AXIS P1387 and 8 MP AXIS P1388 may be worthwhile.

Why NEOTECH® UAE?

NEOTECH® encourages surveillance equipment selection based on the actual application requirement, rather than selecting cameras solely from resolution or individual headline specifications.

Understanding the viewing distance, scene width, lighting, analytics requirements and system compatibility first can help determine whether a particular camera configuration is appropriate.

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There is no obligation or pressure to purchase. Customers are encouraged to verify the required viewing distance, field of view, lighting, analytics and system compatibility before ordering.

Delivery – UAE

NEOTECH® supplies within the United Arab Emirates.

Availability and exact configuration should be confirmed before ordering, particularly where a particular P1385 variant, alternative lens, mounting arrangement or barebone configuration is required.

FAQ - AXIS P1385

Q: What resolution does the AXIS P1385 provide?
A: The AXIS P1385 family provides 2 MP / HDTV 1080p network surveillance.

Q: What is the difference between AXIS P1385 and P1385-E?
A: Based on the supplied information, P1385 is the standard indoor model and P1385-E is the standard outdoor model.

Q: What is AXIS P1385-B?
A: AXIS P1385-B is the indoor barebone configuration intended for customizable installations.

Q: What is AXIS P1385-BE?
A: AXIS P1385-BE is the outdoor barebone configuration.

Q: What lens specification is provided for AXIS P1385?
A: The supplied specification identifies a 2.8–13 mm F1.4 varifocal, IR-corrected CS-mount lens with P-Iris control.

Q: What field of view does AXIS P1385 provide?
A: The supplied specification lists a horizontal field of view of 121°–26° and vertical field of view of 64°–15°.

Q: Does AXIS P1385 support low-light surveillance?
A: The supplied information identifies Lightfinder 2.0 and Forensic WDR. Actual results depend on the scene, lighting and camera configuration.

Q: Does AXIS P1385 support AI analytics?
A: Yes. The supplied information identifies support for AI analytics. Verify the exact analytics application and deployment requirements for the intended system.

Q: Can the AXIS P1385 lens be changed?
A: The P1385 is described with an exchangeable CS-mount lens architecture. Exact compatibility should be checked before selecting an alternative lens.

Q: Should I choose AXIS P1385, P1387 or P1388?
A: P1385 provides 2 MP, P1387 provides 5 MP and P1388 provides 8 MP. The appropriate choice depends on more than resolution, including viewing distance, field of view, lighting, bandwidth, storage and analytics requirements.

Related Products

AXIS P1387 5 MP Box Camera Series

AXIS P1388 8 MP Box Camera Series

Compatible Axis CS-mount lenses

Compatible Axis camera mounts

Compatible Axis network recording solutions

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Disclaimer

Product information is provided for identification and educational purposes. Specifications, lenses, accessories and configurations can vary by exact model, variant or revision. Customers should confirm the required AXIS model, lens, environmental requirements, mounting arrangement and system compatibility before ordering.

Last Updated: 26 August 2026  (GST, UTC+4)