AXIS Q3558-LVE 03206-001 Advanced 8 MP AI-Powered Dome Camera

The AXIS Q3558-LVE 03206-001 is an advanced 8 MP / 4K AI-powered outdoor dome network camera designed for demanding professional surveillance where image quality, intelligent analytics, low-light performance, durability and cybersecurity are critical.

Built around a large 1/1.2" CMOS sensor, the camera delivers up to 3840 × 2160 resolution at 50/60 fps. Lightfinder 2.0 provides excellent low-light imaging, while Forensic WDR helps retain important details in scenes containing both very bright and dark areas.

Its 6.3–13 mm varifocal lens provides approximately 2x optical zoom with a wide field of view, while remote zoom and focus simplify installation and fine adjustment.

The Q3558-LVE also features built-in IR, Electronic Image Stabilization, next-generation AI-powered edge analytics and Axis Edge Vault cybersecurity. A rugged IP66/IP6K9K and IK10-rated enclosure allows deployment in challenging outdoor and high-security environments.

Key Features

✔ 8 MP / 4K UHD 3840 × 2160 resolution
✔ Up to 50/60 fps
✔ Large 1/1.2" CMOS sensor
✔ Next-generation AI-powered edge analytics
✔ Lightfinder 2.0
✔ Forensic WDR
✔ Built-in IR illumination
✔ 0 lux B/W with IR
✔ Electronic Image Stabilization
✔ 6.3–13 mm varifocal lens
✔ Approx. 2x optical zoom
✔ Remote zoom & remote focus
✔ P-Iris control
✔ IR-corrected lens
✔ R-shielded dome design helps prevent reflections
✔ Axis Zipstream
✔ H.264 & H.265 compression
✔ Local memory card storage
✔ Axis Edge Vault cybersecurity
✔ FIPS 140-3 Level 3 secure key storage
✔ IP66 & IP6K9K protection
✔ IK10 vandal resistance
✔ Extreme -50°C to +55°C operating range
✔ PoE Class 4

Technical Specifications

Camera & Imaging

Brand: Axis Communications
Model: AXIS Q3558-LVE
Part Number: 03206-001
Camera Type: AI-Powered Outdoor Dome Network Camera
Image Sensor: 1/1.2" CMOS
Maximum Resolution: 3840 × 2160 (4K UHD / 8 MP)
Maximum Frame Rate: 50/60 fps
Low-Light Technology: Lightfinder 2.0
Wide Dynamic Range: Forensic WDR
Day/Night: Yes
Electronic Image Stabilization: Yes
Built-in IR: Yes

Low-Light Performance

Minimum Illumination – Color: 0.04 lux
Minimum Illumination – B/W: 0 lux with IR illumination

The combination of the large 1/1.2" sensor, Lightfinder 2.0 and integrated IR makes the Q3558-LVE particularly suitable for locations where lighting conditions change significantly between day and night.

Lens & Viewing Area

Lens: Varifocal 6.3–13 mm
Aperture: F1.6–F2.9
Optical Zoom: Approx. 2x
Horizontal FOV: Approx. 104°–48.9°
Vertical FOV: Approx. 56.7°–27.5°
Minimum Focus Distance: 0.50 m / 1.64 ft
Remote Zoom: Yes
Remote Focus: Yes
P-Iris: Yes
IR Corrected: Yes

The wide 104° viewing position is useful for broad-area coverage, while the telephoto end allows a narrower view for more focused surveillance.

AI & Intelligent Analytics

The Q3558-LVE is designed as an AI-powered edge surveillance platform, allowing supported analytics to process video directly on the camera.

This can enable intelligent applications for:

• Human detection and classification
• Vehicle detection and classification
• Object tracking
• Object counting
• Scene analysis
• Event-based surveillance
• Metadata generation
• Automated security alerts
• Operational intelligence

Edge-based processing can also reduce reliance on centralized servers for compatible analytics workloads.

Audio Analytics

AXIS lists AXIS Audio Analytics as preinstalled for this model, providing an additional layer of event intelligence based on relevant acoustic events.

Audio functionality and available analytics should be configured according to the exact installation, firmware and applicable privacy requirements.

Video & Compression

Maximum Resolution: 3840 × 2160
Maximum Frame Rate: 50/60 fps
H.264: Baseline, Main & High Profiles
H.265: Supported
Axis Zipstream: Supported

Axis Zipstream works with supported compression formats to help reduce bandwidth and recording storage while preserving important forensic video details.

Network, Storage & Power

Network Camera: IP-Based
Power over Ethernet: PoE Class 4
Local Storage: Memory Card Slot
Remote Focus: Yes
Remote Zoom: Yes

PoE enables network data and camera power to be supplied through compatible Ethernet infrastructure, helping simplify installation and cabling.

Cybersecurity

Axis Edge Vault: Yes
Signed OS: Yes
Secure Boot: Yes
Secure Keystore: Hardware Secure Element
Secure Element Certification: CC EAL6+
Secure Cryptographic Key Storage: FIPS 140-3 Level 3

Axis Edge Vault provides a hardware-based cybersecurity foundation designed to protect device identity, cryptographic credentials and sensitive information against unauthorized access.

Outdoor & Physical Protection

Outdoor Ready: Yes
IP Rating: IP66 / IP6K9K
Impact Resistance: IK10
Operating Temperature: -50°C to +55°C
Designed for Repainting: Yes
PVC-Free: Yes

IP66

Provides protection against dust ingress and powerful water jets.

IP6K9K

Provides enhanced protection against close-range, high-pressure and high-temperature water jets, making the camera suitable for demanding environments and applications where intensive cleaning may occur.

IK10

Provides high resistance against mechanical impact and vandalism.

R-Shielded Dome Design

A notable feature of the AXIS Q3558-LVE is its R-shielded dome, designed to help minimize unwanted reflections.

Reducing internal reflections can improve usable image quality, particularly when integrated IR illumination is operating or when challenging external lighting is present.

Applications & Industries

Critical Infrastructure: High-detail surveillance for utilities, restricted facilities and security-sensitive locations.

Airports & Transportation: Terminals, stations, depots, access points and operational areas.

Industrial Facilities: Production environments, outdoor facilities and demanding operational locations.

Warehouses & Logistics: Loading areas, distribution facilities, vehicle zones and storage environments.

Commercial Buildings: Entrances, exteriors, parking areas and high-value commercial premises.

Government & Public Safety: Suitable for security projects requiring 4K video, rugged construction and intelligent analytics.

Retail: High-detail surveillance where wide-area coverage and analytics are required.

High-Security Sites: Suitable where vandal resistance, cybersecurity and reliable imaging are important system requirements.

Purpose of Use

The AXIS Q3558-LVE is intended for demanding surveillance installations requiring a combination of 4K image quality, intelligent edge analytics, strong low-light performance and rugged outdoor protection.

Typical applications include:

• High-detail 4K surveillance
• Human and vehicle detection
• Intelligent object classification
• Entrance and exit monitoring
• Perimeter surveillance
• Parking-area monitoring
• Industrial site security
• Critical infrastructure protection
• Nighttime surveillance
• Event-based monitoring
• Forensic video investigation
• Security metadata generation
• High-risk outdoor installations

Important Operational Notes

✔ 4K at up to 50/60 fps can generate significant bandwidth and storage requirements. Network and recording infrastructure should be sized accordingly.

✔ The 6.3–13 mm lens is intended primarily for wide-to-medium coverage rather than extreme long-distance surveillance.

✔ Remote zoom and focus simplify final framing after physical installation.

✔ Built-in IR allows monitoring in complete darkness, but actual IR performance depends on distance, scene reflectivity, weather and installation conditions.

✔ Electronic Image Stabilization can improve usable video when the mounting location experiences movement or vibration.

✔ The R-shielded dome is designed to minimize reflections that could otherwise affect surveillance image quality.

✔ A suitable PoE Class 4 network switch, injector or power source should be provided.

✔ Analytics performance depends on camera position, viewing angle, target size, lighting, scene complexity and configuration.

✔ Memory card capacity and endurance should be selected according to recording bitrate and required retention period.

Benefits

✔ Outstanding 8 MP / 4K image detail
✔ Smooth video at up to 50/60 fps
✔ Large 1/1.2" image sensor
✔ Excellent low-light capability
✔ Built-in IR for complete-darkness surveillance
✔ Lightfinder 2.0 maintains useful low-light imagery
✔ Forensic WDR improves challenging high-contrast scenes
✔ AI processing enables intelligent edge analytics
✔ Audio analytics adds another source of event awareness
✔ R-shielded dome helps reduce reflections
✔ Remote zoom and focus simplify commissioning
✔ Electronic stabilization improves difficult installations
✔ IP66/IP6K9K construction for demanding environments
✔ IK10 vandal resistance
✔ Hardware-backed Axis Edge Vault cybersecurity
✔ Extreme -50°C to +55°C operating capability

Why Choose NEOTECH® UAE

✔ UAE-based security and technology solutions supplier
✔ Professional B2B surveillance product sourcing
✔ Support for enterprise and project-based CCTV requirements
✔ Experience with AI-enabled IP surveillance solutions
✔ Assistance with camera, lens and deployment selection
✔ Solutions for commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects
✔ UAE-focused technical and commercial support

FAQ -  AXIS Q3558-LVE

What resolution does the AXIS Q3558-LVE provide?

It provides up to 3840 × 2160 4K UHD / 8 MP resolution at up to 50/60 frames per second.

What is the AXIS Q3558-LVE part number?

The specified ordering part number is 03206-001.

Does the Q3558-LVE have built-in infrared?

Yes. It includes built-in IR illumination and can operate at 0 lux in B/W with IR active.

How wide is its field of view?

The 6.3–13 mm varifocal lens provides approximately 104°–48.9° horizontal and 56.7°–27.5° vertical fields of view.

Does it have optical zoom?

Yes. The 6.3–13 mm varifocal lens provides approximately 2x optical zoom, together with remote zoom and focus.

What is the R-shielded dome?

The R-shielded dome is designed to help prevent unwanted reflections that could otherwise interfere with surveillance image quality.

Is AXIS Q3558-LVE suitable for outdoor installation?

Yes. It is outdoor-ready with IP66 and IP6K9K protection, IK10 impact resistance, and an operating temperature range from -50°C to +55°C.

What is Axis Edge Vault?

Axis Edge Vault is Axis's hardware-based cybersecurity platform. On this camera, security features include Signed OS, Secure Boot and a hardware secure element supporting secure cryptographic key storage.

Does it support edge recording?

Yes. The camera includes a memory card slot for supported local edge-storage applications.

Does the Q3558-LVE support PoE?

Yes. It supports PoE Class 4. The connected PoE infrastructure should have sufficient available power capacity for the camera.

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Service Area: United Arab Emirates
Handling Time: 1–2 business days, subject to stock availability
Transit Time: 3–5 business days within UAE
Estimated Delivery Time: 4–7 business days

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Disclaimer — NEOTECH® UAE

Product specifications, analytics functionality, IR performance, firmware features, environmental performance and compatibility may change according to manufacturer revisions and deployment conditions.

Customers should verify surveillance distance, field of view, analytics requirements, PoE capacity, VMS compatibility, recording storage and network bandwidth before deployment.

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Last Updated: 29 August 2026 (GST, UTC+4)