AXIS Q1656-LE Box Camera
- Exceptional images with 1/1.8” sensor 
- Support for analytics with deep learning 
- Built-in cybersecurity features 
- Premium Axis Q-line camera functionality 
- Built-in wiper for snow and rain 
With premium Q-line functionality and exceptional video quality even in poor light, AXIS Q1656-LE is based on an Axis system-on-chip (SoC) and offers support for powerful analytics based on deep learning on the edge.
The best of the best
AXIS Q1656-LE delivers exceptional video quality even in poor light conditions. This premium Q-line camera offers impressive performance with 4 MP resolution at up to 60 fps. With a 1/1.8” sensor, it provides the best possible image quality no matter what. Plus, a built-in wiper guarantees great images even in snow and rain. It includes Lightfinder 2.0 to capture outstanding forensic images in low light scenes. And, the built-in camera rails allow you to easily adjust or change the lens to a larger tele lens or i-CS lens. Furthermore, it includes a power-efficient IR White LED illumination.
 
  Powerful analytics capabilities
This high-performance camera is based on ARTPEC-8, Axis system-on-chip (SoC). Featuring a deep learning processing unit (DLPU), it eliminates the need for expensive servers and allows for a faster and more scalable system. Plus, it improves processing capabilities so you can collect and analyze even more data than before - on the edge. AXIS Object Analytics offers detection and classification of humans, vehicles, and types of vehicles—all tailored to your specific needs. Furthermore, with support for ACAP version 4, you can add value to your system with tailor-made applications based on deep learning on the edge available from Axis and our partners.
 
  Reliable and secure
Designed for easy and reliable installation, AXIS Q1656-LE is enclosed in a robust, impact-resistant IK10-rated casing. With IP66, IP67, NEMA 4X, and NEMA TS2 ratings, this water-resistant, weatherproof camera can also withstand winds up to 60 m/s. Including remote zoom and focus and support for PoE and redundant DC power, it offers flexible installation and maintenance. Plus, your data is safeguarded in the event of a power outage. It also includes surge protection (railway standard) and an intrusion switch for secure operation. Furthermore, built-in cybersecurity features prevent unauthorized access and safeguard your system.
Technical specifications
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| Image sensor | CMOS | |
| Image sensor size | 1/1.8" | |
| Lightfinder | Lightfinder 2.0 | |
| Wide dynamic range | Forensic WDR | |
| Min illumination/ light sensitivity (Color) | 0.05 lux | |
| Min illumination/ light sensitivity (B/W) | 0.01 lux | |
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| Max video resolution | 2688x1512 | |
| Max frames per second | 50/60 | |
| Electronic image stabilization | Yes | |
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| Focal length | 3.9 - 10 mm | |
| Horizontal field of view | 113-47 ° | |
| Vertical field of view | 60-27 ° | |
| Lens mount | CS | |
| Replaceable lens | Yes | |
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| Zipstream | Yes | |
| H.264 | Baseline, High, Main | |
| H.265 | Yes | |
| AV1 | – | |
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| Audio Support | Yes | |
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| PoE Class | 4 | |
| Wireless | – | |
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| Signed OS | Yes | |
| Secure boot | Yes | |
| Secure keystore | Secure Element (CC EAL6+) | |
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| Remote focus | Yes | |
| Remote zoom | Yes | |
| Built-in IR | Yes | |
| Local storage (memory card slot) | Yes | |
| Operating temperature | -40 to 60 °C | |
| Outdoor Ready | Yes | |
| Vandal rating | IK10 Except for front window IK08 | |
| IP rating | IP66, IP67 | |
| Designed for repaint | Yes | |
| Sustainability | BFR/CFR free, PVC free | |
| Property description | Property value | |
| Power (max) | 25.5 W | |
| Power (average) | 11.2 W | |
| DC input voltage | 10-28 V | |
Analytics
Included
AXIS Image Health Analytics
Secures image quality for confident monitoringAXIS Live Privacy Shield
Versatile dynamic privacy maskingAXIS Object Analytics
Suite of AI-based analytics for actionable insightsAXIS Scene Metadata
Actionable insights through scene analysisAXIS Speed Monitor
Visualize radar data and get actionable insightsAXIS Video Motion Detection
Accessories
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                Cables & connectors- 
    AXIS Connector A 2-pin 2.5 Straight, 10 pcsFor various Axis products Included with this product
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    AXIS Connector A 2-pin 3.81 Straight, 10 pcsFor various Axis products Included with this product
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    AXIS Connector A 6-pin 2.5 Straight, 10 pcsExtended I/O connector for Axis products Included with this product
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    Gasket C M20Included with this product
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    M12-RJ45 CableResistant to shock and vibration
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    Network Cable Coupler IP66Extends pre-terminated outdoor cables
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    Network cable coupler indoorFor extension of pre-terminated cables
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    Network cable coupler indoor slimFor extension of pre-terminated cables
 
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                Edge storage- 
    AXIS Surveillance Card 1 TBHigh endurance microSDXC™ card Recommended for this product
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    AXIS Surveillance Card 128 GBHigh endurance microSDXC™ card Recommended for this product
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    AXIS Surveillance Card 256 GBHigh endurance micro SDXC™ card Recommended for this product
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    AXIS Surveillance Card 512 GBHigh endurance microSDXC™ card Recommended for this product
 
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                Housings & cabinets- 
    AXIS T98A16-VE Media Converter Cabinet ARobust, pre-assembled cabinet for selected Box cameras Recommended for this product
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    AXIS T98A16-VE Surveillance CabinetRobust cabinet for box cameras Recommended for this product
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    AXIS TQ1804-E Top Cover with WiperIncluded with this product
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    AXIS TQ1808-VE Surveillance CabinetExtended cabinet for installation of critical system equipment
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    AXIS TQ1906-E Front Window KitIncluded with this product
 
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                I/O devices
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                Illuminators- 
    AXIS Fixed Box IR Illuminator Kit APower-efficient IR for surveillance at night
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    AXIS T90D20 IR-LEDHigh-performance infrared LED illuminator with ease of installation
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    AXIS T90D20 PoE IR-LEDHigh-performance infrared LED illuminator with ease of installation
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    AXIS T90D25 PoE W-LEDHigh-performance white LED illuminator with ease of installation
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    AXIS T90D25 W-LEDHigh-performance white LED illuminator with ease of installation
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    AXIS T90D30 IR-LEDHigh-performance infrared LED illuminator with ease of installation
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    AXIS T90D30 PoE IR-LEDHigh-performance infrared LED illuminator with ease of installation
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    AXIS T90D35 PoE W-LEDHigh-performance White LED illuminator with ease of installation
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    AXIS T90D35 W-LEDHigh-performance white LED illuminator with ease of installation
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    AXIS T90D40 IR-LEDHigh-performance infrared LED illuminator with ease of installation
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    AXIS TQ1901-E IR Illuminator KitPower-efficient IR for surveillance at night
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    AXIS TQ1902-E IR Illuminator KitPower-efficient IR and White LEDs for surveillance at night Included with this product Recommended for this product
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    AXIS TQ1919-E IR Illuminator KitPower-efficient IR kit for selected Box cameras
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    AXIS TQ1937-E IR Illuminator KitPerfect fit for AXIS Q16 and AXIS P13 series
 
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                Lenses- 
    AXIS Lens ClothKeeps lenses clean
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    Lens CS 8 MP P-Iris 12-50 mm F1.4Telephoto lens for long reach
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    Lens CS 15-100 mm F1.9 P-IrisExtra-long reach telephoto lens Recommended for this product
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    Lens CS 4-10 mm F0.9 P-IrisExtreme light sensitivity with precise iris control Recommended for this product
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    Lens i-CS 1/1.8" 3.9-10 mm F1.5Remote zoom and focus Included with this product
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    Lens i-CS 9-50 mm F1.5 8 MPRemote zoom and focus Recommended for this product
 
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                Media converters- 
    AXIS T8604 Media Converter SwitchConverts Ethernet to fiber 12 V DC Recommended for this product
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    AXIS T8606 Media Converter Switch 24 V DCConverts Ethernet to fiber 24 V DC Recommended for this product
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    AXIS T8640 PoE+ over Coax Adapter KitCost-efficient migration to network video for smaller installations
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    AXIS T8645 PoE+ over Coax Compact KitCompact, cost-efficient single-channel migration to IP
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    AXIS T98A16-VE Media Converter Cabinet ARobust, pre-assembled cabinet for selected Box cameras Recommended for this product
 
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                Microphones- 
    AXIS T8351 Mk II Microphone 3.5 mmHigh-performance, low noise analog microphone for superior audio Recommended for this product
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    AXIS T8353A Microphone 3.5 mmFor professional audio surveillance Recommended for this product
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    AXIS T8355 Digital Microphone 3.5 mmDigital microphone with lossless interface for superior audio Recommended for this product
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    AXIS TU1001-V MicrophoneA robust microphone for indoor usage
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    AXIS TU1001-VE MicrophoneA robust outdoor-ready microphone Recommended for this product
 
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                Mounts- 
    AXIS T91B47 Pole MountFor different pole diameters Recommended for this product
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    AXIS T94Q01F Ceiling-and-Column MountFor many installation scenarios Recommended for this product
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    AXIS T94R01B Corner BracketFor outdoor and indoor installations Recommended for this product
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    AXIS T94V01C Dual Camera MountBack-to-back camera installation made easy Recommended for this product
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    AXIS TQ1003-E Wall MountFor outdoor fixed box cameras and housings Included with this product
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    AXIS TQ1501-E Crane and Traffic MountFewer vibrations and more stability Recommended for this product
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    AXIS TQ1601-E Conduit Back BoxAluminum conduit back box for increased mounting possibilities Recommended for this product
 
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                Positioning units
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                Power- 
    AXIS 30 W MidspanFor indoor use, 240 V AC Recommended for this product
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    AXIS 30 W Midspan AC/DCWhen mains power is not an option, 30 W
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    AXIS 30 W Outdoor MidspanFor outdoor use, -40 °C to 65 °C (-40 °F to 149 °F) Recommended for this product
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    AXIS 90 W Midspan AC/DCWhen mains power is not an option, 90 W
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    AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge ProtectorProtects outdoor devices from power surges Recommended for this product
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    AXIS T8134 60 W MidspanFor high-power devices
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    AXIS T8144 60 W Industrial MidspanRobust in industrial installations
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    AXIS T8154 60 W SFP MidspanFor network or fiber installations
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    AXIS TU8001 Ethernet Surge ProtectorFor use indoors or in an enclosure Recommended for this product
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    AXIS TU8002-E 90 W MidspanFor high-power outdoor installations
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    AXIS TU8004 90 W MidspanFor high-power devices
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    AXIS TU8010 2-port PoE Extender2-port indoor PoE extender
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    AXIS TU8011 4-port PoE Extender4-port indoor PoE extender
 
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                Power adapters
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                Switches- 
    AXIS D8004 unmanaged PoE switchYour perfect entry-level PoE switch
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    AXIS D8208-R Industrial PoE++ SwitchManaged, 8-port industrial PoE++ switch
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    AXIS D8248 Managed PoE++ Switch48 port switch for efficient network management Recommended for this product
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    AXIS T8504-E Outdoor PoE SwitchManaged, plug-and play outdoor switch Recommended for this product
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    AXIS T8504-R Industrial PoE SwitchManaged, industrial PoE switch
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    AXIS T8508 PoE+ Network Switch8 port switch for efficient network management Recommended for this product
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    AXIS T8516 PoE+ Network Switch16 port switch for efficient network management Recommended for this product
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    AXIS T8524 PoE+ Network Switch24 port switch for efficient network management Recommended for this product
 
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                Tools & extras- 
    AXIS 4-in-1 Security Screwdriver KitYour handy friend
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    AXIS Bird Control SpikeKeep your outdoor network cameras clean Recommended for this product
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    AXIS I/O Indication LEDSurveillance in action
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    AXIS Lens ClothKeeps lenses clean
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    AXIS T8415 Wireless Installation ToolSimplicity in your hand Recommended for this product
 
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                Video decoders
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                Weathershields
Discontinued products
The following compatible products have been discontinued.Edge storage
Positioning units
Tools & extras
Video decoders
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Part number for ordering
| Name | Axis region | Part number | 
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| AXIS Q1656-LE | AR, AU, BR, CN, EU, JP, KR, UK, US | 02168-001 | 
| AXIS Q1656-LE | IN | 02168-113 | 
 
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
  