Axis M2036-LE 4MP Outdoor Bullet Camera with OptimizedIR + Lightfinder + Deep-Learning Analytics
Model / Series: M2036-LE
The Axis M2036-LE is a compact 4MP (Quad HD 1440p) outdoor bullet camera (1/2.7" CMOS, 2.4 mm fixed lens, 130° HFOV, F2.1) with built-in OptimizedIR, Lightfinder, Forensic WDR, deep-learning AXIS Object Analytics, IP66 / IP67 / NEMA 4X / IK08 rating, and operating range −30 °C to +50 °C. Available in white or black. The cost-effective compact outdoor bullet for Chicago commercial perimeter coverage where wide-HFOV at close range and edge analytics matter.
Specifications
- Brand
- Axis Communications
- Model
- M2036-LE
- Series
- Axis M Line (Outdoor Bullet)
- Camera Type
- IP outdoor IR bullet with fixed-focal lens
- Image Sensor
- 1/2.7" CMOS
- Resolution
- 4MP / Quad HD (2304 × 1728)
- Lens
- 2.4 mm fixed-focal, F2.1
- Field of View (Horizontal)
- 130°
- Minimum Illumination (Color)
- 0.18 lux
- Minimum Illumination (B/W)
- 0 lux
- Low-Light Technology
- Lightfinder
- WDR
- Forensic WDR
- IR Illumination
- Built-in OptimizedIR
- Video Compression
- H.265 / H.264 with Axis Zipstream
- Analytics
- AXIS Object Analytics — humans, vehicles, vehicle types — on edge DLPU
- Privacy
- AXIS Live Privacy Shield
- Network
- Power over Ethernet (PoE Class 3)
- ONVIF
- Profile G
- Edge Storage
- microSD card slot
- Form Factor
- Compact bullet — sealed back box for cable management
- Color Options
- White or Black housing
- Operating Temperature
- −30 °C to +50 °C
- Environmental Protection
- IP66 + IP67 + NEMA 4X
- Impact Resistance
- IK08
Best Fit & Recommended For
Axis M2036-LE — Compact 4MP Outdoor Bullet with Deep-Learning Analytics
The Axis M2036-LE is a compact 4MP (Quad HD 1440p) outdoor bullet camera from Axis Communications’ M Line — the cost-effective compact outdoor bullet for Chicago commercial perimeter coverage where wide-HFOV at close range and edge analytics matter. The M2036-LE combines a 1/2.7” 4MP CMOS sensor, 2.4 mm fixed-focal lens (F2.1, 130° HFOV), built-in OptimizedIR, Lightfinder, Forensic WDR, deep-learning AXIS Object Analytics on the edge DLPU, AXIS Live Privacy Shield, IP66 + IP67 + NEMA 4X + IK08 rating, and −30 °C to +50 °C operation.
Available in white or black. Compact bullet with sealed back box for cable management.
Where the M2036-LE Wins in Chicago
- Compact outdoor perimeter coverage at Chicago commercial buildings where bullet form factor is the right fit
- Wall-mount bullet positions covering loading docks, drive-up entrances, side-of-building exposure
- Multi-tenant residential building wall-mount exterior coverage
- Industrial / warehouse perimeter wall-mount positions
- Education facility building wall-mount exteriors
- Hospitality drive-up entrances and parking-area wall-mount coverage
- Retail storefront wall-mount exterior coverage
- Property management portfolios standardizing on a compact-bullet outdoor exterior position
M2036-LE in the Axis Bullet Lineup
| Model | Resolution | Form / Sensor | Notable |
|---|---|---|---|
| M2036-LE (this) | 4MP Quad HD | 1/2.7”, 2.4 mm fixed | Cost-effective, deep-learning Object Analytics, AXIS Live Privacy Shield |
| M2026-LE Mk II | 4MP | Compact bullet | Lower-tier widely-deployed alternative |
| P1468-LE | Premium 4MP | P-series | Premium bullet, longer-range optics, harder-duty rating |
| P1488-LE | Premium 8MP | P-series | Premium 4K bullet for distance identification |
Pick the M2036-LE when compact form factor + 4MP coverage + deep-learning analytics + cost-effectiveness is the requirement.
AXIS Object Analytics — On the Edge DLPU
Running on the camera’s deep-learning processing unit — humans, vehicles, vehicle types (car, truck, bus, bicycle) classified on the camera with no separate analytics server. Output: motion event metadata + classification labels + line-cross / area-intrusion alerts. Pairs with Axis Camera Station for searchable AI-tagged recordings.
AXIS Live Privacy Shield
Real-time privacy masking on the live video stream — useful for compliance environments where specific zones (neighbor windows, neighboring property) need to be permanently masked even on the recorded stream.
Professional Installation by Vidimost in Chicago
Vidimost LLC installs the Axis M2036-LE across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs as a cost-effective compact outdoor bullet on Axis VMS deployments. Scope includes site walkthrough, mounting (wall, pole, eave with appropriate Axis bullet brackets), Cat6 + PoE Class 3 switch sizing, NVR / VMS commissioning, Forensic WDR + Lightfinder tuning, AXIS Object Analytics configuration, AXIS Live Privacy Shield zone setup if required, and operator training. Contact us for a free site walkthrough and quote.
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