Axis was the first company to introduce IP cameras in 1996. PTZ IP cameras were introduced about one year later. These new cameras competed with the older analog CCTV cameras.
PTZ cameras are used to view large areas, but usually, require someone to watch the video. The following chart compares pan, tilt, zoom PTZ cameras available from Axis. Note that there are also PTZ cameras available from other manufacturers. Take a look at the following comparison chart. Please contact us for help selecting the right IP camera.
PTZ IP Camera Comparison Chart
| SPECIFICATION/MODEL | AXIS P5532 and P5532E | Axis 214PTZ
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|---|---|---|
| Image sensor | 1/4” interlaced CCD | 1/4” interlaced CCD |
| Lens | 3.6 – 104 mm, auto iris, auto focus lens, 29x optical zoom, 12x digital zoom |
4.1 – 73.8 mm, auto iris, auto focus lens, 18x optical zoom, 12x digital zoom |
| Min illumination/ light sensitivity (lux) |
Color: 0.5 lux at 30 IRE F1.4 B/W: 0.01 lux at 30 IRE F1.4 |
0.3 (Color) 0.005 (B/W) |
| Max video resolution (pixels) | D1 720×480 | 4CIF |
| Pan/Tilt/Zoom – Pan range – Tilt range |
360º 180 º |
±170º -30º to 90º |
| Audio support | Two-way | Two-way |
| Alarm inputs/outputs | Requires multi-connector cable (not included) for external microphone input or line input and line output | 1/1 |
Axis Q6042 PTZ Camera Details
Axis Q6045 Camera Details
| SPECIFICATION / MODEL | Axis Q6042 PTZ Camera Details | Axis Q6045 Camera Details |
|---|---|---|
| Image sensor | 1/4” Sony ExView HAD interlaced CCD | 1/2.8 progressive scan CMOS megapixel |
| Lens | 3.4 – 119 mm, auto iris, autofocus lens, 35x optical zoom, 12x digital zoom | 4.7 – 94 mm, auto iris, autofocus lens, 20x optical zoom, 12x digital zoom |
| Min illumination/ light sensitivity (lux) | Color: 0.5 lux at 30 IRE B/W: 0.008 lux at 30 IRE | Color: 0.8 lux at 30 IRE F1.6 B/W: 0.04 lux at 30 IRE F1.6 |
| Max video resolution (pixels) | 704×480 | 1080p 1920×1080 |
| Pan/Tilt/Zoom – Pan range – Tilt range | Pan: 360° endless, 0.05 – 450°/s | Pan: 360° endless, 0.05° – 450°/s Tilt: 220°, 0.05° – 450°/s |
| Audio support | – | – |
| Alarm inputs/outputs | 4 configurable alarm inputs/outputs | 4 configurable alarm inputs/outputs |
Using a PTZ at night
The latest PTZ cameras are available with built-in IR illumination. These allow you to see in total darkness. They have a range of about 150 m (490 ft). There are also very special PTZ cameras designed for very long-range surveillance. Some of these include special laser illuminators that can provide visibility to 5000 m (3 miles).