IP security camera Axis Q1728 Outdoor 3840x2160 Pole clamp Black

The AXIS Q1728 Outdoor is an AI-powered outdoor IP security camera that delivers 4K (3840×2160) video at 60 fps. Built on the ARTPEC-9 system-on-chip, the camera combines a large 1/1.2" sensor, Lightfinder 2.0 and Forensic WDR to maintain true colours and preserve forensic detail in challenging and low-light conditions. Axis Zipstream with AV1, H.264 and H.265 support reduces bandwidth and storage. The camera is available with two lens options — a wide 6–13 mm lens (108°–49° horizontal field of view) and a tele 15–48 mm lens (42°–13° horizontal field of view) — and features a built-in, remotely adjustable zoom and focus. Its standardized compact design allows mounting in Axis, third‑party or custom outdoor enclosures and it can be fitted into existing housings to extend product lifetime.

Advantages

ARTPEC-9 provides hardware-accelerated AI analytics, AV1 video encoding and improved image processing for high-quality video at low bitrate. The camera’s large sensor, Lightfinder 2.0 and Forensic WDR deliver consistent image quality in low light and high-contrast scenes. Built-in remote zoom and focus save installation time. Axis Zipstream support for AV1, H.264 and H.265 lowers bandwidth and storage needs. Integrated cybersecurity features such as Axis Edge Vault with FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified key storage and a DLPU for on‑edge analytics increase system security and privacy handling.

Suitable for

• Outdoor surveillance of wide open areas (parking lots, public squares) with the 6–13 mm wide lens
• Long-range monitoring where detail at distance is required (perimeters, roadways) with the 15–48 mm tele lens
• Upgrades where existing outdoor housings should be reused to reduce waste
• Deployments needing on‑edge AI analytics for counting, classification and event detection

Key specifications

• Resolution: 3840×2160 (4K) at 60 fps
• Image sensor: 1/1.2" CMOS
• Pixel size: 2.9 µm
• Lenses: 6–13 mm (wide) or 15–48 mm (tele), built-in remote zoom and focus
• Video codecs: AV1, H.264, H.265 with Axis Zipstream
• SoC: ARTPEC-9 with DLPU for on‑edge AI
• Preinstalled analytics: AXIS Object Analytics, AXIS Image Health Analytics, AXIS Live Privacy Shield
• Mounting: compatible with Axis, third‑party and custom outdoor housings; pole clamp included
• Shutter speed: up to 1/66500 s
• MPN / EAN: 02839-001 / 7331021085107

How to use

Install the camera in a compatible outdoor enclosure or directly use a pole clamp for mounting. Select the lens variant appropriate to the coverage area (wide for open areas, tele for long-distance detail) and use the remote zoom and focus to fine-tune framing during setup. Configure video encoding and Axis Zipstream settings to balance image quality and bandwidth/storage. Enable AXIS Object Analytics and Image Health Analytics for local detection and monitoring, and activate AXIS Live Privacy Shield where privacy masking is required. Follow Axis installation guidelines for power (PoE), network connection and secure key provisioning with Axis Edge Vault.

Recommendations

For optimal forensic detail in low light, position the camera to minimise direct glare and choose the lens that provides the desired coverage. Use AV1 or H.265 with Axis Zipstream to reduce storage costs while preserving image detail. Keep firmware and analytics models updated and secure key storage enabled to maintain cybersecurity and analytics accuracy.