Axis M5526-E PTZ Camera 4 MP with 10x zoom and focus recall

The AXIS M5526-E PTZ Camera is a high-performance surveillance camera designed for demanding environments. It features a powerful 30x optical zoom lens, allowing for detailed close-ups even from long distances. With a 4 MP resolution, it ensures high image clarity and precision. The camera is equipped with built-in IR illumination for clear night vision up to 150 meters. Its PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) functionality provides flexible coverage with a wide field of view and smooth tracking of moving objects. The camera supports Axis' Zipstream technology, which optimizes bandwidth and storage usage while maintaining high image quality. It is built to withstand harsh weather conditions with an IP66 rating, ensuring reliable operation in outdoor settings. The AXIS M5526-E includes advanced analytics such as motion detection and auto-tracking, enhancing its security capabilities. It supports multiple video streams, making it adaptable for different monitoring needs. The camera's remote management capabilities allow for easy configuration and control from anywhere. Additionally, it features an integrated GPS for location tagging and situational awareness. The device is designed with a robust metal housing to prevent tampering and vandalism. Its ease of installation is facilitated by Power over Ethernet (PoE), reducing the need for additional wiring. The AXIS M5526-E is compatible with various Axis accessories, enhancing its versatility for various surveillance setups. Overall, this camera offers a comprehensive solution for high-quality, reliable, and flexible surveillance in diverse environments.

Don’t miss a thing

AXIS M5526-E delivers great image quality in 4 MP. It offers a continuous 360° pan and with 10x optical zoom, you can benefit from sweeping overviews and zoom-in to get the details. Thanks to autofocus it ensures detailed, sharp images—every time. Plus, day/night functionality provides high-quality black-and-white video with improved sensitivity in even lower light. Furthermore, it includes Forensic WDR for clarity when there’s both dark and light areas in the scene. 

Flexible installations—indoors and out

AXIS M5526-E is compatible with all Axis PTZ mounts and can be mounted both indoors and out. It comes with three scene profiles (indoor, outdoor, and forensic) with different image settings optimized to suit specific scenarios. Plus, privacy masking with mosaic lets you pixelate whole areas such as a neighboring property. Built on ARTPEC 8, the latest Axis system-on-chip (SoC), it includes a deep learning processing unit (DLPU) enabling improved processing and storage capabilities. And thanks to AXIS Object Analytics, it can detect and classify humans, vehicles, and types of vehicles—all tailored to your specific needs. 

Enjoy more for less

This affordably priced camera offers great value for money. It delivers great image quality in 4MP. And with audio and I/O connectivity, you can integrate peripheral equipment for instance a microphone to extend the value of your system. Axis Zipstream with H.264 significantly lowers bandwidth and storage requirements without compromising image quality. Furthermore, Axis Edge Vault, a hardware-based cybersecurity platform, safeguards the device and protects sensitive information from unauthorized access.

Features

• Continuous 360° Pan: Offers full panoramic coverage.
• Autofocus: Ensures detailed, sharp images every time.
• Mount Compatibility: Compatible with all Axis PTZ mounts for both indoor and outdoor installation.
• ARTPEC-8: Built on the ARTPEC-8 chipset for enhanced processing and storage capabilities.
• Deep Learning Processing Unit (DLPU): Provides advanced processing for improved performance.
• AXIS Object Analytics: Detects and classifies humans, vehicles, and vehicle types.
• Axis Edge Vault: Safeguards the device and protects sensitive information from unauthorized access.

Technical Specifications

Video
Video Compression	H.264 (MPEG-4 Part 10/AVC) Baseline, Main and High Profiles H.265 (MPEG-H Part 2/HEVC) Main Profile Motion JPEG
Resolution	16:9: 2688x1512 to 320x180 3:2: 1920x1280 to 240x160 4:3: 1600x1200 to 160x120
Frame Rate	Up to 50/60 fps (50/60 Hz) in all resolutions
Video Streaming	Up to 20 unique and configurable video streams Axis Zipstream technology in H.264 and H.265 Controllable frame rate and bandwidth VBR/ABR/MBR H.264/H.265 Low latency mode Video streaming indicator
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	>55 dB
WDR	Forensic WDR: Up to 120 dB depending on scene
Noise Reduction	Spatial filter (2D noise reduction) Temporal filter (3D noise reduction)
Image Settings	Saturation, contrast, brightness, sharpness White balance, day/night threshold Local contrast, tone mapping, exposure mode Exposure zones, compression, rotation: 0°, 180° Text and image overlay, polygon privacy mask Mosaic privacy mask, chameleon privacy mask Scene profiles: indoor, outdoor, forensic
Image Processing	Axis Zipstream Forensic WDR Lightfinder 2.0
Audio
Audio Features	Automatic gain control Speaker pairing Spectrum visualizer
Audio Streaming	Configurable duplex: Two-way (half duplex, full duplex) Audio input: 10-band graphic equalizer, unbalanced microphone input (optional 5 V microphone power) Unbalanced line input Audio output: Output through speaker pairing, Line output Audio encoding: 24bit LPCM, AAC-LC 8/16/32/44.1/48 kHz, G.711 PCM 8 kHz, G.726 8/16 kHz