Product support for AXIS Q6042-E PTZ Network Camera

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Please see the product documentation and support pages for self-help resources.
Recommended replacements:
AXIS Q6074-E
For full specifications, check the recommended replacement product datasheet by using the link(s) above.
Firmware
AXIS Q6042-E
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Version 6.50.5.6 - LTS-2016/ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q6042-E/6_50_5_6/Q6042-E_6_50_5_6.bin - Integrity checksum: 06f456e850b8a0f6d4f141feb52040f8c9c7d6678e72789456e2c4e84780bee7 Download
Older firmware versions
for AXIS Q6042-E PTZ Network Cameranote
We don't support these firmware versions anymore. They may have known bugs and security vulnerabilities that we have corrected in later versions. We recommend that you use the supported firmware.
AXIS Q6042-E
- Version 6.50.5.5 - LTS-2016Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q6042-E/6_50_5_5/Q6042-E_6_50_5_5.bin - Integrity checksum: 5bca975426adb953cd883345a6dc02a9ec0bf7aa15eb509eb68009b63eb79e7d Download
- Version 6.50.5.4 - LTS-2016Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q6042-E/6_50_5_4/Q6042-E_6_50_5_4.bin - Integrity checksum: e700b506a8438ad03b7118962fdcabaa17e5be9aae360c66b856535e27f881b3 Download
- Version 6.50.5.3 - LTS-2016Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q6042-E/6_50_5_3/Q6042-E_6_50_5_3.bin - Integrity checksum: 5ee4cdd5a21c623ccc437a572d76a4c85657ac5e832785952098f330ccb0c990 Download
- Version 6.50.5.2 - LTS-2016Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q6042-E/6_50_5_2/Q6042-E_6_50_5_2.bin - Integrity checksum: e92a8b1706f50426dc10f985a395e2195c87c244dad6170e05043b14c4606f86 Download
- Version 6.50.5.1 - LTS-2016Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q6042-E/6_50_5_1/Q6042-E_6_50_5_1.bin - Integrity checksum: 734feb5af535174b92f40e281ac0f70c213ac8835b343560212582e8f2af5ca1 Download
- Version 6.50.5 - LTS-2016Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q6042-E/6_50_5/Q6042-E_6_50_5.bin - Integrity checksum: f5950080a5a62d08ee02855b0cbbef00eb2d426cee9a54ef7592c3a4489ff54b Download
- Version 6.50.4.2 - LTS-2016Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q6042-E/6_50_4_2/Q6042-E_6_50_4_2.bin - Integrity checksum: 6dd1f25889efd808374ac2d88aa68f98da4ba9b5985b0e53a69e65eb237c7896 Download
- Version 6.50.4.1 - LTS-2016Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q6042-E/6_50_4_1/Q6042-E_6_50_4_1.bin - Integrity checksum: 7ae7ff39c649341f141e7f66aeaae53b2b27495a456780b87c9f1fb2a989553a Download
- Version 6.50.4 - LTS-2016Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q6042-E/6_50_4/Q6042-E_6_50_4.bin - Integrity checksum: a653695a819c4ffef7fc87e261f5fd0a0a75e27ceaf10082c5f5299e9a118363 Download
- Version 6.50.3.1 - LTS-2016Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q6042-E/6_50_3_1/Q6042-E_6_50_3_1.bin - Integrity checksum: 279642c74d7ca35d1b92436498bf5649ccc42bd94fa8a1b36540c26be11a678a Download
- Version 6.50.3 - LTS-2016Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q6042-E/6_50_3/Q6042-E_6_50_3.bin - Integrity checksum: 2d32ed08cab1c9f948bbd64896e0e57bcdf934efa808c3c92337e1b5596895f2 Download
- Version 6.50.2.3 - LTS-2016Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q6042-E/6_50_2_3/Q6042-E_6_50_2_3.bin - Integrity checksum: 1448df5c174a328af2856967b3362a1ff671959815a40072385303e9a3b2a13d Download
- Version 6.50.2.2 - LTS-2016Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q6042-E/6_50_2_2/Q6042-E_6_50_2_2.bin - Integrity checksum: cc0252fd290c591943314ca6ae5f73f8c34f21bc1c810cb849b115187fdedc74 Download
- Version 6.50.2.1 - LTS-2016Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q6042-E/6_50_2_1/Q6042-E_6_50_2_1.bin - Integrity checksum: 2488dec7583d8fa39fe6e893e8ebaeb310e65222aa14da1dfec861c005fe88d5 Download
- Version 6.50.2 - LTS-2016Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q6042-E/6_50_2/Q6042-E_6_50_2.bin - Integrity checksum: 58f39f1cc7a6ba6f51a7d9d901c736d9a9de2ca5ed2e95011467f865ddf9d468 Download
Documentation
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Manuals
- AXIS PTZ Autotracking configuration help 611.68 KB
- AXIS Q60 PTZ Dome Network Camera Series - Installation Guide 1.84 MB
- AXIS Q6042-E - User Manual 1.19 MB
- AXIS Q6042-E, Q6044-E, Q6045-E Mk II PTZ Dome Network Cameras - Installation guide 1.56 MB
- How to assign an IP address and access your device 175.08 KB
- RJ45 Push-pull Connector - Installation Guide 978.59 KB
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Dimensions
- AXIS Q6042-E - CAD drawings (DWG) 249.54 KB(Requires partner access) Download
- AXIS Q6042-E/Q6044-E/Q6045-E PTZ Dome Network Camera 805.74 KB
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Product comparison tables
- Product Comparison Tables - Q2 2022 4.01 MB
- Product Comparison Tables - Q3 2022 3.55 MB
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Declaration and statement
- AXIS Q6042-E Network Camera – Declaration of Conformity 109.23 KB
- AXIS Q6042-E PTZ Dome Network Camera - MTBF statement 434.48 KB(Requires partner access) Download
- EOL Statement for AXIS Q6042/-E/-C/-S PTZ Network Cameras 54.53 KB
Technical specifications
Models: AXIS Q6042-E 50 Hz / AXIS Q6042-E 60 Hz
Camera
Image sensor | CCD |
Image sensor size | 1/4 |
Lightfinder | - |
Wide dynamic range | – |
Min illumination/ light sensitivity (Color) | 0.5 lux lux |
Min illumination/ light sensitivity (B/W) | 0.008 lux lux |
General
Built-in IR | – |
OptimizedIR | – |
Local storage (memory card slot) | Yes |
Operating temperature | -50 to 50 °C |
Outdoor Ready | Yes |
Vandal rating | IK10 |
IP rating | IP66 |
Designed for repaint | Yes |
Analytics
Autotracking version | – |
Orientation aid | – |
Video
Max video resolution | - |
Max frames per second | 25/30 |
Day and Night functionality | Yes |
Electronic image stabilization | Yes |
Lens
Focal length | 3.3 - 119 mm |
Horizontal field of view | 57.2 - 1.7 ° |
Vertical field of view | - ° |
Pan, Tilt, Zoom
Pan range | 360 endless |
Tilt range | 220 |
Guard tour | – |
Optical zoom | 36 |
Digital zoom | 12 |
Compression
Zipstream | – |
H.264 | Baseline, Main |
H.265 | – |
Motion JPEG | Yes |
Audio
Audio Support | – |
Built-in microphone | – |
System Integration
Audio detection | – |
Active tampering | – |
Alarm inputs/outputs | 0/0 |
Network
PoE Class | High PoE |
Security
Signed firmware | – |
Secure boot | – |
TPM | – |
* Some technical specifications may vary depending on which hardware option you choose.
Accessories
Choose from a wide selection of optional and included accessories.
Cables & connectors

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
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
Outdoor RJ45 cable
Compatible with selected Axis PTZ cameras Recommended for this product
RJ45 connector push pull plug
Easy to assemble Included with this productEdge storage

AXIS Surveillance Card 1 TB
High endurance microSDXC™ card
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
AXIS Surveillance Card 512 GB
High endurance microSDXCTM cardHousings & cabinets

AXIS T98A18-VE Media Converter Cabinet A
Robust, pre-assembled cabinet for easy fiber installation Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS T98A18-VE Surveillance Cabinet
Robust cabinets for easy installation of critical system equipment Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS TQ6809 Hard-coated Dome Clear/Smoked
For AXIS Q60-E/-C Cameras Recommended for this productMedia converters

AXIS T98A18-VE Media Converter Cabinet A
Robust, pre-assembled cabinet for easy fiber installation Requires additional accessory 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 productMounts

AXIS T91A64 Corner Bracket
Mounting on external corners Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS T91B50 Telescopic Ceiling Mount
Telescopic ceiling mount with swivel action Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS T91B51 Ceiling Mount
Ceiling mount with swivel action for low-ceilinged environments Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS T91B57 Pole Mount
For sturdy installations on poles Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS T91B63 Ceiling Mount
Robust and safe installation Recommended for this product
AXIS T91D62 Telescopic Parapet Mount
Parapet installation with telescopic flexibility Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS T91G61 Wall Mount
Quick connection and room for more Recommended for this product
AXIS T91L61 Wall-and-Pole Mount
For quick wall and pole installations Recommended for this product
AXIS T94A01D Pendant Kit
Mounting on 1.5″ NPS threaded bracket Recommended for this product
AXIS T94A01L Recessed Mount
Recessed mount for AXIS Q60-E PTZ Cameras Recommended for this productPower

AXIS 30 W Outdoor Midspan
For outdoor use, -40 °C to 65 °C (-40 °F to 149 °F)
AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector
Protects outdoor devices from power surges Recommended for this product
AXIS T8124-E Outdoor Midspan 60 W 1-port
For high-power outdoor installations
AXIS T8134 60 W Midspan
For high-power devices Included with this product Recommended for this product
AXIS T8144 60 W Industrial Midspan
Robust in industrial installations Recommended for this product
AXIS T8154 60 W SFP Midspan
For network or fiber installationsSwitches

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 T8516 PoE+ Network Switch
16 port switch for efficient network management Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS T8524 PoE+ Network Switch
24 port switch for efficient network management Requires additional accessory Recommended for this productTools & extras

AXIS 4-in-1 Security Screwdriver Kit
Convenient tool for installing Axis products
AXIS Bird Control Spike
Keep your outdoor network cameras clean Recommended for this product
AXIS Safety Wire 3 m
Versatile safety wire
AXIS T8310 Video Surveillance Control Board
For professional camera and video management Recommended for this product