Axis M4218-LV 4K (8MP) Indoor Vandal Dome with IR + Varifocal Remote Zoom + Forensic WDR + OptimizedIR
Model / Series: M4218-LV
The Axis M4218-LV is an 8MP / 4K (3840 × 2160) indoor vandal-rated dome (1/2.8" CMOS, 3.5–6.6 mm varifocal F1.7–2.6 with remote zoom and focus, 93°–47° HFOV) with built-in OptimizedIR (0 lux B/W), Forensic WDR, deep-learning AXIS Object Analytics + Scene Metadata, HDMI output, IK08 / IP42, and 0–40 °C operation. The Axis premium 4K indoor varifocal dome for Chicago discreet-surveillance retail, banking, hospitality, and facility positions.
Specifications
- Brand
- Axis Communications
- Model
- M4218-LV
- Series
- Axis M Line (Premium Indoor Vandal Dome — 4K Varifocal with IR)
- Camera Type
- IP indoor vandal dome with motorized varifocal lens + built-in IR
- Image Sensor
- 1/2.8" CMOS
- Resolution
- 8MP / 4K (3840 × 2160)
- Lens
- 3.5–6.6 mm motorized varifocal with remote zoom and focus, F1.7–2.6
- Field of View (Horizontal)
- 93° (wide) – 47° (tele)
- Max Frame Rate
- 12–15 fps at 4K
- WDR
- Forensic WDR
- IR Illumination
- Built-in OptimizedIR — 0 lux B/W minimum illumination
- Video Compression
- H.265 / H.264 with Axis Zipstream
- Analytics
- AXIS Object Analytics, AXIS Scene Metadata — deep-learning on edge
- Outputs
- HDMI output for public-viewing monitor
- Cybersecurity
- Axis Edge Vault
- Network
- Power over Ethernet (PoE Class 3)
- ONVIF
- Profile G
- Application Platform
- AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP)
- Edge Storage
- microSD card slot
- Form Factor
- Compact dome — repaintable casing, clear or smoked dome accessories
- Indoor / Outdoor
- Indoor
- Operating Temperature
- 0 °C to 40 °C
- Environmental Protection
- IP42
- Impact Resistance
- IK08
Best Fit & Recommended For
Axis M4218-LV — Premium 4K (8MP) Indoor Vandal Dome with IR
The Axis M4218-LV is a premium 4K (8MP) indoor vandal-rated dome with built-in IR from Axis Communications’ M Line — the Axis 4K indoor varifocal dome for Chicago discreet-surveillance retail, banking, hospitality, healthcare, and facility positions where 4K identification detail at distance + IR night coverage + remote zoom matter. The M4218-LV combines a 1/2.8” 8MP CMOS sensor, 3.5–6.6 mm motorized varifocal lens (F1.7–2.6, 93°–47° HFOV) with remote zoom and focus, Forensic WDR, OptimizedIR with 0 lux B/W capability, deep-learning AXIS Object Analytics + Scene Metadata on the edge, HDMI output for public-view monitor architectures, IK08 / IP42 indoor housing, repaintable casing, and 0–40 °C operation. PoE Class 3 powered.
Where the M4218-LV Wins in Chicago
- Retail discreet 4K positions where 4K identification detail at distance + IR night coverage matter
- Banking branch lobby + ATM vestibule interior 4K coverage with night IR identification
- Hospitality lobby + reception 4K coverage at premium properties
- Healthcare admission / waiting / corridor 4K positions
- Education facility main entrances with 4K visitor screening detail
- Office building lobby + reception positions with 4K identification + remote zoom
- Federal / government interior facility positions where 4K detail is part of the spec
- Public-view monitor positions where 4K HDMI feed creates visible-deterrence display
M4218-LV vs. M4216-V
| Feature | M4218-LV (this) | M4216-V |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 8MP / 4K | 4MP |
| Sensor | 1/2.8” | 1/2.7” |
| Lens range | 3.5–6.6 mm with IR | 3–6 mm without IR |
| Built-in IR | OptimizedIR (0 lux) | — |
| PoE class | Class 3 | Class 2 |
| Max framerate at full res | 12–15 fps | 25/30 fps |
| Best fit | 4K + IR night | Lit indoor + 4MP |
For 4K outdoor exposure, see P3278-LVE.
Professional Installation by Vidimost in Chicago
Vidimost LLC installs the Axis M4218-LV across Chicago as a premium indoor 4K vandal dome with IR. Scope includes site walkthrough (4K-pixel-density-on-target planning), mounting, Cat6 + PoE Class 3 switch sizing, NVR / VMS commissioning, Forensic WDR + IR-illumination tuning per scene, AXIS Object Analytics + Scene Metadata configuration, HDMI public-view monitor cabling if applicable, and operator training. Contact us for a free site walkthrough and quote.
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