Axis M3216-LVE 4MP Outdoor Vandal Dome — Fixed-Focal Lightfinder + Forensic WDR + OptimizedIR (30 m)
Model / Series: M3216-LVE
The Axis M3216-LVE is a 4MP outdoor vandal-resistant fixed-focal dome camera (1/2.7" CMOS, 2.9 mm fixed lens, 102° HFOV) with Lightfinder, Forensic WDR, OptimizedIR up to 30 m / 98 ft, ARTPEC-8 chipset with deep-learning AXIS Object Analytics, IK10 / IP66 housing with weathershield, and −40 °C to +50 °C operating range. Cost-effective Axis outdoor dome for Chicago commercial fixed-coverage positions where motorized zoom isn't needed and ARTPEC-8 edge analytics matter.
Specifications
- Brand
- Axis Communications
- Model
- M3216-LVE
- Series
- Axis M Line (Outdoor Vandal Dome — fixed focal)
- Camera Type
- IP outdoor IR vandal dome with fixed-focal lens
- Image Sensor
- 1/2.7" CMOS
- Resolution
- 4MP
- Lens
- 2.9 mm fixed-focal, F2.0
- Field of View (Horizontal)
- 102°
- Field of View (Vertical)
- 73°
- Low-Light Technology
- Lightfinder
- WDR
- Forensic WDR
- IR Illumination
- Built-in OptimizedIR — up to 30 m (98 ft)
- Video Compression
- H.265 / H.264 with Axis Zipstream
- Audio
- Audio support, audio detection, 1 alarm input/output
- Chipset
- ARTPEC-8 with deep-learning processing unit
- Analytics
- AXIS Object Analytics — humans, vehicles, vehicle types
- Application Platform
- AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP) v4
- Cybersecurity
- Axis Edge Vault, signed firmware, secure boot
- Network
- Power over Ethernet (PoE Class 3)
- ONVIF
- Profile G
- Edge Storage
- microSD card slot
- Operating Temperature
- −40 °C to +50 °C (with weathershield included)
- Environmental Protection
- IP66
- Impact Resistance
- IK10
- Warranty
- 5 years
- Repaint
- Designed for repaint
Best Fit & Recommended For
Axis M3216-LVE — 4MP Outdoor Vandal Dome (Fixed Focal, ARTPEC-8 + Object Analytics)
The Axis M3216-LVE is a 4MP outdoor vandal-resistant fixed-focal dome from Axis Communications’ M Line — the cost-effective outdoor Axis dome for Chicago commercial fixed-coverage positions where motorized zoom isn’t needed but ARTPEC-8 edge analytics, vandal protection, and reliable cold-weather operation matter. The M3216-LVE combines a 1/2.7” 4MP CMOS sensor, 2.9 mm fixed-focal lens (F2.0, 102° HFOV), Lightfinder, Forensic WDR, OptimizedIR up to 30 m / 98 ft, ARTPEC-8 chipset with deep-learning AXIS Object Analytics, IK10 / IP66 housing with weathershield, and −40 °C to +50 °C operating range.
For Chicago commercial entrances, building perimeters, parking-lot positions, industrial loading docks, and multi-tenant residential building exteriors at fixed-coverage points, the M3216-LVE is the right Axis dome — wider HFOV than a varifocal at typical mounting heights, lower cost than P3-series motorized varifocal models, and ARTPEC-8 deep-learning AI analytics on the edge.
Where the M3216-LVE Wins in Chicago
- Building entrances and doorways where 102° HFOV covers the full doorway zone with one fixed camera
- Parking-lot perimeter at fixed-position installs (lot corner mast, light-pole side-mount)
- Industrial / warehouse loading docks and personnel-door coverage
- Multi-tenant residential entrances + lobby exteriors with vandal protection
- Retail back-of-house + service-entrance coverage
- Healthcare facility service entrances + ambulance bay overflow positions
- Education building exteriors at fixed-coverage positions
- Property management portfolios standardizing on a cost-effective Axis outdoor vandal dome
M3216-LVE vs. M3126-LVE
| Feature | M3216-LVE (this) | M3126-LVE |
|---|---|---|
| Vandal rating | IK10 | IK08 |
| OptimizedIR reach | Up to 30 m (98 ft) | Up to 20 m+ |
| Operating temp | −40 °C to +50 °C | −30 °C to +50 °C |
| HFOV | 102° (2.9 mm) | 130° (2.4 mm) |
| Chipset / Analytics | ARTPEC-8 + AXIS Object Analytics | DLPU-class with AXIS Object Analytics |
| Weathershield | Included | — |
Pick the M3216-LVE for harder-duty exposure, cold-weather margin, longer IR reach, vandal protection. Pick the M3126-LVE for wider 130° HFOV at close-range positions.
AXIS Object Analytics on ARTPEC-8
Running on the camera’s deep-learning processing unit — humans, vehicles, vehicle types (car, truck, bus, bicycle) classified on the edge 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.
Cybersecurity — Axis Edge Vault
Built-in cybersecurity features per Axis Edge Vault — signed firmware, secure boot, HTTPS, IEEE 802.1X. Protects the device ID and simplifies authorization on the network.
Professional Installation by Vidimost in Chicago
Vidimost LLC installs the Axis M3216-LVE across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs as a cost-effective outdoor vandal dome on Axis VMS deployments. Scope includes site walkthrough, mounting (ceiling, wall, pendant — with weathershield positioning), Cat6 + PoE Class 3 switch sizing, NVR / VMS commissioning, Forensic WDR + Lightfinder tuning, AXIS Object Analytics configuration, and operator training. Contact us for a free site walkthrough and quote.
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