[shortdesc] 5 MP outdoor bullet camera, 3–8.5 mm varifocal lens, Lightfinder 2.0 + Forensic WDR + OptimizedIR, AV1/H.264/H.265 with Zipstream, DLPU edge analytics, Axis Edge Vault, IP66/IP67 NEMA 4X IK10, PoE + 10–28 V DC [/shortdesc]

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Properties	AXIS P1487-LE
Description	AXIS P1487-LE Bullet Camera delivers excellent 5 MP image quality under any light conditions with a 3–8.5 mm wide-angle varifocal lens. It supports AV1 video encoding and Axis Zipstream to reduce bandwidth and storage costs, runs AI-powered analytics on ARTPEC-9 with DLPU, and includes built-in cybersecurity with Axis Edge Vault.
Product Family	Axis Cameras
Product Type	Bullet Camera
Image sensor	1/2.8" progressive scan RGB CMOS
Lightfinder	Lightfinder 2.0
Wide dynamic range	Forensic WDR (up to 120 dB depending on scene)
PoE Class	Power over Ethernet IEEE 802.3af/802.3at Type 1 Class 3 (max 12.95 W)
Wireless	-
Connectors	Network: Shielded RJ45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T Audio: 3.5 mm mic/line in I/O: Terminal block for 1 supervised alarm input and 1 output (12 V DC output, max. load 25 mA) Power: DC input
Signed OS	Yes
Secure boot	Yes
Remote focus	Yes
Remote zoom	Yes
Built-in IR	Yes (OptimizedIR, 850 nm IR LEDs)
Local storage (memory card slot)	Yes (microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC; SD card encryption supported)
Outdoor Ready	Yes
Vandal rating	IK10
IP rating	IP66, IP67
NEMA rating	NEMA 4X
Designed for repaint	Yes
Power (max)	12.95 W
Power inputs	PoE (802.3af/at) or 10–28 V DC (max 12.95 W)
IR range	OptimizedIR reach 50 m (164 ft) or more depending on the scene
Dimensions	For the overall product dimensions, see the dimension drawing in the datasheet
Weight	With weathershield: 1.37 kg (3 lb)
Operating Temperature	-40 °C to 60 °C (-40 °F to 140 °F)

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[specifications]

Specifications	AXIS P1487-LE
System on chip (SoC) Model	ARTPEC-9
Memory	2 GB RAM, 8 GB Flash
Compute capabilities	Deep learning processing unit (DLPU)
Lens	Varifocal, 3–8.5 mm, F1.36–2.58, P-iris, IR corrected
Minimum focus distance	0.3 m (1 ft)
Horizontal field of view	106°–35°
Vertical field of view	77°–26°
Min illumination / light sensitivity (Color)	0.09 lux (at 50 IRE, F1.3)
Min illumination / light sensitivity (B/W)	0.02 lux (at 50 IRE, F1.3); 0 lux with IR illumination
Max video resolution	Up to 2592x1944
Resolution (ranges)	16:9: 2560x1440 to 640x360 16:10: 1920x1200 to 320x200 4:3: 2592x1944 to 160x120
Max frames per second	Up to 25/30 fps (50/60 Hz) in all resolutions
Video codecs	AV1, H.264 (Baseline/Main/High), H.265 (Main Profile), Motion JPEG
Axis Zipstream	Yes (H.264, H.265, and AV1)
Video streaming	Up to 20 unique and configurable video streams; controllable frame rate and bandwidth; VBR/ABR/MBR; low latency mode
Multi-view streaming	Up to 7 individually cropped out view areas
WDR	Forensic WDR (up to 120 dB depending on scene)
Image processing	Axis Zipstream, Forensic WDR, Lightfinder 2.0, OptimizedIR
Electronic image stabilization	Yes
Pan/Tilt/Zoom	Digital PTZ, digital zoom
IR illumination	OptimizedIR with power-efficient, long-life 850 nm IR LEDs; reach 50 m (164 ft) or more depending on the scene
Audio	Speaker pairing and microphone pairing; configurable duplex (one-way/two-way); external unbalanced microphone input (optional 5 V microphone power); digital input (optional 12 V ring power); unbalanced line input
Analytics (preinstalled)	AXIS Object Analytics, AXIS Scene Metadata, AXIS Image Health Analytics, AXIS Live Privacy Shield, AXIS Video Motion Detection
Supported analytics	AXIS Perimeter Defender, AXIS License Plate Verifier, AXIS Speed Monitor 3; support for ACAP third-party applications
Cybersecurity platform	Axis Edge Vault (secure keystore with secure element CC EAL 6+; FIPS 140-3 Level 3), signed OS, secure boot, signed video, encrypted filesystem (AES-XTS-Plain64 256bit)
Sustainability	PVC free, BFR/CFR free (JEDEC/ECA JS709); RoHS and REACH compliant

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Included accessories

Camera

Weathershield

Installation guide

Terminal block connector

Connector guard

Cable gaskets

Owner authentication key

Optional accessories
AXIS T8415	Wireless Installation Tool
AXIS T91B47	Pole Mount
AXIS T94F01P	Conduit Back Box
AXIS TM4101	Pendant Kit
AXIS Surveillance Cards	microSD cards for edge storage

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AXIS P1487-LE Bullet Camera (03183-001)

AXIS P1487-LE is a robust, outdoor-ready 5 MP bullet camera designed for fully featured, AI-powered surveillance under any light conditions. Its 3–8.5 mm wide-angle varifocal lens supports all-around coverage, while Lightfinder 2.0, Forensic WDR, and OptimizedIR help capture clear details day and night. With Axis Zipstream and support for AV1, H.264, and H.265, it reduces bandwidth and storage requirements while maintaining image quality. Built on ARTPEC-9 with an integrated DLPU, it supports next-generation analytics at the edge and comes with AXIS Object Analytics and AXIS Image Health Analytics preinstalled. Axis Edge Vault provides hardware-based cybersecurity including signed OS, secure boot, and FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified secure key storage and operation.

Quick Specs:

• 5 MP imaging with 3–8.5 mm wide-angle varifocal lens
• Lightfinder 2.0, Forensic WDR (up to 120 dB), OptimizedIR (reach 50 m)
• AV1 support + Axis Zipstream to reduce bandwidth and storage
• ARTPEC-9 with DLPU; AXIS Object Analytics and AXIS Image Health Analytics preinstalled
• IP66/IP67, NEMA 4X, IK10; PoE (802.3af/at) and 10–28 V DC

Please see the related tabs for the 03183-001 datasheet and compatible accessories.