AXIS Q1659 Network Camera
- Ultra-high resolution: 20 MP
- Canon mount and EF/EF-S lenses
- Axis Zipstream technology
- PoE and SFP slot for optional fiber connection
- Wide VMS compatibility
AXIS Q1659 Network Camera is an almost magical meeting of professional photography and video surveillance. Made to deliver superb images from great distances, it’s perfect for surveillance of large areas in amazing detail.
Superior images – packed with detail
AXIS Q1659 brings the ultra-high – 20 MP – resolution and the vivid colors, high contrast and extreme detail of a DSLR camera to a top-of-the-line Axis network camera. Featuring a Canon APS-C image sensor, it comes with a wide selection of Canon EF/EF-S lenses as well as Axis Lightfinder for high-quality color images even in darkness.

Reliability. Long-distances. Low bandwidth.
AXIS Q1659 is equipped with an SFP slot, for optional fiber-optic connection. Which means you get network redundancy and the flexibility to connect over long distances. In addition, Axis Zipstream lowers bandwidth and storage requirements by an average of 50% while preserving image quality.

Easy integration
AXIS Q1659 supports a wide range of [video management software], so it’s easy to integrate into just about any video surveillance system. And you can add [analytics] applications from Axis and our partners to meet a wide range of security – and business – requirements. For outdoor surveillance, AXIS T93C10 Outdoor Housing is available as optional accessory and AXIS T93C Extension Kit offers extra space in the housing, allowing for mounting of longer lenses.
Technical specifications
Property description | Property value | |
Image sensor | CMOS | |
Image sensor size | 1 | |
Lightfinder | Lightfinder | |
Wide dynamic range | Dynamic Contrast | |
Min illumination/ light sensitivity (Color) | 0.04 lux | |
Min illumination/ light sensitivity (B/W) | 0.004 lux |
Property description | Property value | |
Max video resolution | 5472x3648 | |
Max frames per second | 25 | |
Electronic image stabilization | – |
Property description | Property value | |
Focal length | – | |
Horizontal field of view | – | |
Vertical field of view | – | |
Lens mount | EF/EF-S | |
Replaceable lens | Yes |
Property description | Property value | |
Zipstream | Yes | |
H.264 | Baseline, High, Main | |
H.265 | – | |
Motion JPEG | Yes |
Property description | Property value | |
Audio Support | Yes |
Property description | Property value | |
PoE Class | 4 | |
Wireless | – |
Property description | Property value | |
Signed firmware | Yes | |
Secure boot | – |
Property description | Property value | |
Remote focus | Yes | |
Remote zoom | – | |
Built-in IR | – | |
Local storage (memory card slot) | Yes | |
Operating temperature | 0 to 45 °C | |
Outdoor Ready | – | |
Vandal rating | – | |
IP rating | – | |
Designed for repaint | – | |
Sustainability | – |
Property description | Property value | |
Power (max) | 18.6 W | |
Power (average) | 11.0 W | |
DC input voltage | 20-28 V |
Analytics
Accessories
-
Cables & connectors
-
AXIS Connector A 2-pin 2.5 Straight, 10 pcs
For various Axis products Included with this product -
AXIS Connector A 2-pin 3.81 Straight, 10 pcs
Included with this product -
AXIS Connector A 4-pin 2.5 Straight, 10 pcs
I/O connector for Axis products Included with this product -
AXIS Long Range PoE Extender Kit
Robust solution for covering long distances -
AXIS T8129 PoE Extender
The smart solution for covering distances -
AXIS T8129-E Outdoor PoE Extender
Robust, outdoor-ready solution for covering distances -
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 -
RJ45 Field Connector
For quick and easy cable termination
-
-
Edge storage
-
AXIS Surveillance Card 1 TB
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 product -
AXIS Surveillance Card 64 GB
High endurance microSDXC™ card Recommended for this product
-
-
Housings & cabinets
-
AXIS T93C Extension Kit
For mounting of longer lenses -
AXIS T93C10 Outdoor Housing
Vandal-resistant housing with active cooling and heating Recommended for this product -
AXIS T93C10 Outdoor Housing
Vandal-resistant housing with active cooling and heating Recommended for this product -
AXIS T93C10 Outdoor Housing
Vandal-resistant housing with active cooling and heating Recommended for this product -
AXIS T93C10 Outdoor Housing
Vandal-resistant housing with active cooling and heating Recommended for this product -
AXIS T93C10 Outdoor Housing
Vandal-resistant housing with active cooling and heating Recommended for this product -
AXIS T93C10 Outdoor Housing
Vandal-resistant housing with active cooling and heating Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
-
-
I/O devices
-
Illuminators
-
AXIS T90D20 IR-LED
High-performance infrared LED illuminator with ease of installation -
AXIS T90D20 PoE IR-LED
High-performance infrared LED illuminator with ease of installation -
AXIS T90D25 PoE W-LED
High-performance white LED illuminator with ease of installation -
AXIS T90D25 W-LED
High-performance white LED illuminator with ease of installation -
AXIS T90D30 IR-LED
High-performance infrared LED illuminator with ease of installation -
AXIS T90D30 PoE IR-LED
High-performance infrared LED illuminator with ease of installation -
AXIS T90D35 PoE W-LED
High-performance White LED illuminator with ease of installation -
AXIS T90D35 W-LED
High-performance white LED illuminator with ease of installation -
AXIS T90D40 IR-LED
High-performance infrared LED illuminator with ease of installation
-
-
Lenses
-
Media converters
-
AXIS T8604 Media Converter Switch
Converts Ethernet to fiber 12 V DC -
AXIS T8606 Media Converter Switch 24 V DC
Converts Ethernet to fiber 24 V DC -
AXIS T8611 SFP Module LC.LX
Single-mode fiber module for up to 10 km transmission range Recommended for this product -
AXIS T8612 SFP Module LC.SX
Multi-mode fiber module for up to 550 m transmission range Recommended for this product -
AXIS T8613 SFP Module 1000BASE-T
Ethernet module for expansion of network ports Recommended for this product -
AXIS T8640 PoE+ over Coax Adapter Kit
Cost-efficient migration to network video for smaller installations -
AXIS T8645 PoE+ over Coax Compact Kit
Compact, cost-efficient single-channel migration to IP -
AXIS T8646 PoE+ Over Coax Blade Kit
Cost-efficient migration to network video for larger installations -
AXIS T8648 PoE+ over Coax Blade Compact Kit
Compact, cost-efficient multi-channel migration to IP
-
-
Microphones
-
AXIS T8351 Mk II Microphone 3.5 mm
High-performance, low noise analog microphone for superior audio Recommended for this product -
AXIS T8353A Microphone 3.5 mm
For professional audio surveillance Recommended for this product -
AXIS TU1001-V Microphone
A robust microphone for indoor usage Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product -
AXIS TU1001-VE Microphone
A robust outdoor-ready microphone Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
-
-
Mounts
-
AXIS T93C Wall-Pole Conduit Back Box
Mounting on walls or poles Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product -
AXIS T93C Wall-Pole Conduit Back Box
Mounting on walls or poles Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product -
AXIS T93C Wall-Pole Conduit Back Box
Mounting on walls or poles Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product -
AXIS T93C Wall-Pole Conduit Back Box
Mounting on walls or poles Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product -
AXIS T93C Wall-Pole Conduit Back Box
Mounting on walls or poles Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product -
AXIS TQ1904 Mounting Bracket
Multi-installation bracket for flexible installation
-
-
Power
-
AXIS 30 W Midspan
For indoor use, 240 V AC Recommended for this product -
AXIS 30 W Midspan AC/DC
When mains power is not an option, 30 W -
AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector
Protects outdoor devices from power surges -
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 -
AXIS TU8002-E 90 W Midspan
For high-power outdoor installations
-
-
Power adapters
-
Switches
-
AXIS D8004 Unmanaged PoE Switch
Your perfect entry-level PoE switch -
AXIS D8208-R Industrial PoE++ Switch
Managed, 8-port industrial PoE++ switch -
AXIS T8504-E Outdoor PoE Switch
Managed, plug-and play outdoor switch -
AXIS T8504-R Industrial PoE Switch
Managed, industrial PoE switch -
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 product
-
-
Tools & extras
-
Video decoders
Discontinued products
The following compatible products have been discontinued.Edge storage
I/O devices
Power
Video decoders
How to buy
Want to buy Axis products?
Find resellers, system integrators and installers of Axis products and systems.
Want to sell Axis products?
Interested in becoming a reseller? Find contact information for distributors of Axis products and systems.
Become a partner
Are you a reseller, distributor, system integrator or installer? We have partners in nearly every country in the world. Find out how to become one!
Part number for ordering
Name | Axis region | Part number |
---|---|---|
AXIS Q1659 85 mm, f/1.2 | IN | 0965-113 |
AXIS Q1659 85 mm, f/1.2 | CN | 0965-009 |
AXIS Q1659 85 mm, f/1.2 | AR, AU, BR, EU, JP, KR, UK, US | 0965-001 |
AXIS Q1659 70-200 mm, f/2.8 | CN | 0968-009 |
AXIS Q1659 70-200 mm, f/2.8 | AR, AU, BR, EU, JP, KR, UK, US | 0968-001 |
AXIS Q1659 70-200 mm, f/2.8 | IN | 0968-113 |
AXIS Q1659 55-250 mm, f/4-5.6 | AR, AU, BR, CN, EU, JP, KR, UK, US | 01118-001 |
AXIS Q1659 55-250 mm, f/4-5.6 | IN | 01118-113 |
AXIS Q1659 50 mm, f/1.4 | CN | 0964-009 |
AXIS Q1659 50 mm, f/1.4 | AR, AU, BR, EU, JP, KR, UK, US | 0964-001 |
AXIS Q1659 50 mm, f/1.4 | IN | 0964-113 |
AXIS Q1659 24 mm, f/2.8 | CN | 0962-009 |
AXIS Q1659 24 mm, f/2.8 | AR, AU, BR, EU, JP, KR, UK, US | 0962-001 |
AXIS Q1659 24 mm, f/2.8 | IN | 0962-113 |
AXIS Q1659 100 mm, f/2.8 | CN | 0966-009 |
AXIS Q1659 100 mm, f/2.8 | AR, AU, BR, EU, JP, KR, UK, US | 0966-001 |
AXIS Q1659 100 mm, f/2.8 | IN | 0966-113 |
AXIS Q1659 10-22 mm, f/3.5-4.5 | CN | 0967-009 |
AXIS Q1659 10-22 mm, f/3.5-4.5 | AR, AU, BR, EU, JP, KR, UK, US | 0967-001 |
AXIS Q1659 10-22 mm, f/3.5-4.5 | IN | 0967-113 |