AXIS Q1942-E Thermal Network Camera
- High resolution thermal imaging
- Superb image contrast, for more details
- Built-in analytics for high quality detection
- Electronic Image Stabilization
- Axis Zipstream technology
AXIS Q1942-E lets you accurately detect, promptly verify, and then act upon events of all kinds in conditions ranging from pitch darkness to glaring sunlight. It is perfect for surveillance in critical circumstances.
Thermal cameras and analytics: a perfect partnership
Together with intelligent analytics, thermal cameras detect people, objects and incidents in complete darkness or in other challenging conditions such as smoke and dust. The high level of contrast in thermal images make for great accuracy when thermal cameras and analytics are used together: false alerts are kept to an absolute minimum because environmental conditions such as lighting changes, rain, snow, moving vegetation, insects, reflections, and shadows are much less likely to erroneously set off alarms.
Protect your premises
When equipped with the AXIS Perimeter Defender or AXIS Guard suite, Axis thermal cameras send accurate notifications to alert staff to situations where intervention is required. Or visual cameras can be triggered to start recording or to zoom in on an area when a thermal camera detects an intruder, allowing security staff to visually access the situation and then act according to what they find. The result? Organizations can protect their premises without the need for constant staff presence.

Far + wide + sharp = accurate
AXIS Q1942-E features VGA 640x480 thermal resolution for wide-area coverage and a long range: in other words, a single camera captures events taking place in a large area and at great distance. In addition, thanks to a combination of dynamic histogram equalization, enhanced local contrast and dynamic sharpening, AXIS Q1942-E improves image contrast for sharp video with great detail in all conditions. Electronic image stabilization keeps the picture smooth even when the camera is exposed to vibrations. The result is outstanding detection capabilities and fast and easy visual verification of the nature of detected events. You can either dismiss them – or do something about them – so false alarms are kept to a minimum.


Sharp images
Thermal cameras are a powerful tool in combination with video analytics to detect intruders or other unwanted behavior in the area of interest. In order to have a reliable and efficient surveillance system, the primary object needs to be visible. Sometimes it can be hard to filter it out if the background changes a lot, for example if large cold/hot objects are moving in the scene. Thanks to the enhanced automatic gain control in AXIS Q1942-E, the background is stable and remains almost intact, reducing the risk for false alarms. The effect of hot objects in the background is minimized, helping to improve detection. In addition, AXIS Q1942-E preserves more image details and compensates those areas that might be overexposed. Overall, the thermal camera offers better detection to achieve great performance of the video analytics.
Detection ranges
|
Focal length |
Viewing angle |
Detection |
|||
|
mm |
Horizontal |
Human: |
Vehicle: |
||
|
m |
yards |
m |
yards |
||
Detection (1.5 pixels on target) |
10 |
63° |
291 |
318 |
892 |
978 |
19 |
32° |
573 |
627 |
1757 |
1921 |
|
35 |
17° |
1079 |
1179 |
3307 |
3617 |
|
60 |
10° |
1833 |
2005 |
5623 |
6149 |
|
Recognition (6 pixels on target) |
10 |
63° |
73 |
80 |
223 |
244 |
19 |
32° |
143 |
157 |
439 |
480 |
|
35 |
17° |
270 |
295 |
827 |
904 |
|
60 |
10° |
458 |
501 |
1406 |
1538 |
|
Identification (12 pixels on target) |
10 |
63° |
36 |
40 |
112 |
122 |
19 |
32° |
72 |
78 |
220 |
241 |
|
35 |
17° |
135 |
147 |
413 |
452 |
|
60 |
10° |
229 |
251 |
703 |
769 |
The detection ranges are calculated with Johnson’s criteria and vary in different weather conditions.

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Technical specifications
Camera
Image sensor | Uncooled Micro bolometer |
Thermal sensitivity (NETD) | <50 mK |
Thermal sensor resolution | 640x480 |
Video
Max video resolution | 800x600 (Upscaled) |
Max frames per second * | 8.3 / 30 / 8.3 / 30 / 8.3 / 8.3 / 30 / 30 |
Electronic image stabilization | Yes |
Multiple color palettes | Yes |
Lens
Focal length * | 10 / 10 / 19 / 19 / 35 / 60 / 35 / 60 mm |
Horizontal field of view * | 63 / 63 / 31 / 31 / 17 / 10 / 17 / 10 ° |
Vertical field of view * | 49 / 49 / 24 / 24 / 13.1 / 7.7 / 13.1 / 7.7 ° |
Compression
Zipstream | Yes |
H.264 | Baseline, High, Main |
Motion JPEG | Yes |
Audio
Audio Support | Yes |
System Integration
Audio detection | Yes |
Active tampering | Yes |
Alarm inputs/outputs | 2 |
Serial connectors | – |
Video motion detection | Yes |
Network
PoE Class | 3 |
Security
Signed firmware | Yes |
General
Local storage (memory card slot) | Yes |
Operating temperature | -40 to 60 °C |
Outdoor Ready | Yes |
IP rating | IP66, IP67 |
Analytics
Accessories
Cables & connectors

AXIS Connector A 2-pin 5.08 Straight, 10 pcs
For selected Axis products Included with this product
AXIS Long Range PoE Extender Kit
Robust solution for covering long distances Recommended for this product
AXIS Multicable A I/O Audio Power
For connecting audio and I/O Recommended for this product
AXIS T8129 PoE Extender
The smart solution for covering distances Recommended for this product
AXIS T8129-E Outdoor PoE Extender
Robust, outdoor-ready solution for covering distances Recommended for this product
Gasket C M20
Included with this product
M12-RJ45 Cable
Resistant to shock and vibration
Network Cable Coupler IP66

Network cable coupler indoor
For extension of pre-terminated cables
Network cable coupler indoor slim
For extension of pre-terminated cables
Network cable with gasket, 5 m (16 ft)
For outdoor connections Included with this product
RJ45 Field Connector
For quick and easy cable terminationEdge storage

AXIS Surveillance Card 1 TB
High endurance microSDXC™ card Recommended for this product
AXIS Surveillance Card 64 GB
High endurance microSDXC™ card Recommended for this product
AXIS Surveillance Card 128 GB
High endurance microSDXC™ card Recommended for this product
AXIS Surveillance Card 256 GB
High endurance micro SDXC™ card Recommended for this product
AXIS Surveillance Card 512 GB
High endurance microSDXCTM card Recommended for this productHousings & cabinets

AXIS T98A15-VE Media Converter Cabinet A
Robust, pre-assembled cabinet for easy fiber installation
AXIS T98A17-VE Media Converter Cabinet A
Robust, pre-assembled cabinet for easy fiber installation Recommended for this product
AXIS T98A17-VE Surveillance Cabinet
Robust cabinet for easy installation of critical system equipment. Recommended for this productMedia converters

AXIS T98A15-VE Media Converter Cabinet A
Robust, pre-assembled cabinet for easy fiber installation
AXIS T98A17-VE Media Converter Cabinet A
Robust, pre-assembled cabinet for easy fiber installation Recommended for this product
AXIS T8604 Media Converter Switch
Converts Ethernet to fiber 12 V DC Recommended for this product
AXIS T8606 Media Converter Switch 24 V DC
Converts Ethernet to fiber 24 V DC Recommended for this product
AXIS T8640 PoE+ over Coax Adapter Kit
Cost-efficient migration to network video for smaller installations Recommended for this product
AXIS T8645 PoE+ over Coax Compact Kit
Compact, cost-efficient single-channel migration to IP Recommended for this product
AXIS T8646 PoE+ Over Coax Blade Kit
Cost-efficient migration to network video for larger installations Recommended for this product
AXIS T8648 PoE+ over Coax Blade Compact Kit
Compact, cost-efficient multi-channel migration to IP Recommended for this productMicrophones

AXIS T8351 Mk II Microphone 3.5 mm
High-performance, low noise analog microphone for superior audio Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS T8353A Microphone 3.5 mm
For professional audio surveillance Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS TU1001-VE Microphone
A robust outdoor-ready microphone Requires additional accessory Recommended for this productMounts

AXIS T91B47 Pole Mount
For different pole diameters Recommended for this product
AXIS T94G01P Conduit Back Box
Vandal-resistant for ¾″ conduits and M25 pipes Recommended for this product
AXIS T94G01S Mounting Plate
Powder coated white aluminum mounting plate Included with this product
AXIS T94P01B Corner Bracket
Mounting on corners Recommended for this product
AXIS T94R01B Corner Bracket
For outdoor and indoor installations Recommended for this product
AXIS T94V01C Dual Camera Mount
Back-to-back camera installation made easy Recommended for this product
AXIS TP3603 Conduit Back Box
For flexible indoor installations
AXIS TQ1602-E Conduit Back Box
IP66/IP67 rated outdoor back box with conduit entrance Recommended for this productPower

AXIS 30 W Midspan
For indoor use, 240 V AC
AXIS 30 W Midspan AC/DC
When mains power is not an option, 30 W
AXIS 30 W Outdoor Midspan
For outdoor use, -40 °C to 65 °C (-40 °F to 149 °F)
AXIS 90 W Midspan AC/DC
When mains power is not an option, 90 W
AXIS PoE Midspan 8 port
Rack-ready and compact multi-port midspan
AXIS PoE Midspan 16 port
Rack-ready and compact multi-port midspan
AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector
Protects outdoor devices from power surges Recommended for this product
AXIS T8120 Midspan 15 W 1-port
Power and data to your network device Recommended for this product
AXIS T8124-E Outdoor Midspan 60 W 1-port
For high-power outdoor installations
AXIS T8134 60 W Midspan

AXIS T8144 60 W Industrial Midspan
Robust in industrial installations
AXIS T8154 60 W SFP Midspan
For network or fiber installations
AXIS TU8001 Ethernet Surge Protector
For use indoors or in an enclosure Recommended for this productPower adapters
Switches

AXIS D8004 Unmanaged PoE Switch
Your perfect entry-level PoE switch
AXIS T8504-E Outdoor PoE Switch
Managed, plug-and play outdoor switch Recommended for this product
AXIS T8504-R Industrial PoE Switch
Managed, industrial PoE++ switch Recommended for this product
AXIS T8508 PoE+ Network Switch
8 port switch for efficient network management Recommended for this product
AXIS T8516 PoE+ Network Switch
16 port switch for efficient network management Recommended for this product
AXIS T8524 PoE+ Network Switch
24 port switch for efficient network management Recommended for this productTools & extras
Video decoders
Discontinued products
The following compatible products have been discontinued.Edge storage
I/O devices
Power
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Part number for ordering
Name | Axis region | Part number |
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AXIS Q1942-E 60 mm 8.3 fps | AR, AU, BR, CN, EU, JP, KR, UK, US | 0921-001 |
AXIS Q1942-E 60 mm 30 fps | AR, AU, BR, CN, EU, JP, UK, US | 0922-001 |