AXIS - 3 mm to 10.50 mm f/1.4 Zoom Lens for CS Mount

Elevate your security setup with the AXIS 3 mm to 10.50 mm f/1.4 Zoom Lens for CS Mount. This high-performance surveillance lens brings together versatility, sharpness, and speed in a compact package, enabling seamless framing from ultra-wide to telephoto within a single component. With a 3.5x optical zoom and a bright f/1.4 aperture, it excels in challenging lighting, delivering crisp, reliable imagery for retail, transportation hubs, critical infrastructure, and any environment where precise detail and rapid response matter. Designed specifically for CS-mount surveillance cameras, this lens is built to integrate smoothly with Axis systems and a broad range of CS-mount cameras, offering dependable performance and easy calibration through a familiar interface.

• Versatile focal range with 3.5x optical zoom. From a wide 3 mm setting that captures expansive scenes to a telephoto reach around 10.50 mm, this lens covers a broad spectrum of security needs. The 3.5x zoom is carefully engineered to maintain sharpness and contrast across the entire range, so you don’t have to compromise between wide-area surveillance and close-up detail. This flexibility is ideal for monitoring entryways, aisles, parking lots, and perimeters without swapping lenses, reducing downtime and ensuring consistent coverage across shifts.
  
  In practice, the lens allows operators to quickly frame a scene after incident detection, zooming in on a focal point to capture critical details—such as license plates, faces, or behavioral cues—without leaving the monitoring platform. The result is an efficient, all‑in‑one solution that supports proactive security and rapid investigations.
• Low-light performance with a bright f/1.4 aperture. A wide maximum aperture of f/1.4 lets in more light, improving image quality in dim environments, at dusk, or in indoor settings with limited illumination. This improves signal-to-noise ratio, helps maintain crisp edge definition, and reduces motion blur when scenes involve movement. For surveillance operators, that translates into clearer facial features, clearer license plates, and more reliable recognition results during off-peak hours.
  
  Practical impact includes better color fidelity under artificial lighting, more reliable auto-exposure behavior as lighting conditions change, and enhanced performance in scenarios where lighting is uneven—such as doorways with backlighting or lobby areas with mixed illumination.
• Compact, robust design tailored for CS-mount cameras. The AXIS zoom lens is engineered to fit snugly within the compact footprints common to modern CS-mount surveillance cameras. Its streamlined profile minimizes bulk while preserving optical performance, making it an excellent upgrade in space-constrained installations. The durable construction is designed to withstand day-to-day security deployments, helping to maintain consistent imaging quality across a wide range of temperatures and operating conditions.
  
  Operational benefits include easier concealment in sensitive environments where discreet monitoring is preferred, reduced mounting complexity, and faster deployment in new or retrofit installations. The lens’s predictable physical footprint also simplifies camera housing selection and field maintenance.
• Sharp imaging with reliable edge-to-edge clarity. The optical design is tuned to deliver crisp imagery across the full zoom range, with careful control of distortion and chromatic aberrations that can otherwise degrade scene interpretation. The result is high-resolution detail across both wide and tele views, enabling accurate object detection, identification, and tracking. Operators can rely on consistent performance whether scanning a storefront, monitoring a conveyor line, or surveying a busy intersection.
  
  Imaging advantage includes enhanced edge sharpness for digital zoom within recorded footage, improved subsampling performance during playback, and a dependable baseline for post-processing tasks such as motion analytics and facial recognition workflows.
• Seamless integration with CS-mount surveillance ecosystems. Built for compatibility with CS-mount cameras, this lens is a natural fit for Axis systems as well as other CS-mount platforms. Its modular design means it can be swapped with minimal tools or downtime, preserving your existing calibration and field-of-view requirements. Whether you’re upgrading an older installation or building a new security network, this lens keeps your configuration consistent, reduces integration risk, and supports scalable deployments with multiple cameras and vantage points.
  
  Compatibility note includes broad CS-mount compatibility, straightforward alignment during installation, and easy recalibration through standard camera interfaces. The result is a future-proof lens option that grows with your security needs without demanding a complete system overhaul.

Technical Details of AXIS - 3 mm to 10.50 mm f/1.4 Zoom Lens for CS Mount

• Focal Length: 3 mm to 10.50 mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.4
• Mount Type: CS Mount
• Optical Zoom: 3.5x
• Sensor Coverage: Suitable for standard CS-mount cameras
• Focus: Manual focus ring with smooth adjustment for precise framing
• Construction: Compact, lightweight design optimized for surveillance deployments

how to install AXIS - 3 mm to 10.50 mm f/1.4 Zoom Lens for CS Mount

• Power down the camera and disconnect power to ensure safe handling of the system.
• Remove the existing lens from the CS-mount camera if present, taking care not to disturb internal camera settings.
• Align the AXIS CS-mount lens with the camera’s CS interface, ensuring the lens’s mounting tabs and alignment pins are positioned correctly to engage smoothly.
• Gently thread the lens onto the CS-mount camera until it sits firmly in place. Do not overtighten; a snug, secure fit is sufficient to maintain alignment during operation.
• Power the camera back on and access the camera’s configuration UI. If available, select the lens type as CS-mount zoom and enable any auto-iris or autofocus features your system supports. If auto-focus is not available, prepare to adjust focus manually for optimal sharpness.
• Use the camera’s live view to set the zoom and focus. Start at the widest focal length to frame the scene, then progressively zoom to the desired field of view while adjusting focus for edge-to-edge clarity. Fine-tune exposure, white balance, and gamma as needed to meet site-specific lighting conditions.
• Save the lens configuration in the camera's calibration presets or lens memory. Document the focal length, optimal focus distance, and any exposure profiles for future maintenance or multi-camera deployments.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the focal length range of this lens?
  A: The lens covers 3 mm to 10.50 mm with a 3.5x optical zoom, providing a flexible range from wide-angle to telephoto for varied surveillance scenarios.
• Q: What mount does this lens use?
  A: It uses a CS Mount, compatible with most CS-mount surveillance cameras including Axis systems and other brands that support CS-mount interfaces.
• Q: Is the lens suitable for low-light environments?
  A: Yes. The bright maximum aperture of f/1.4 enhances light intake, improving image brightness and detail in dim lighting and reducing motion blur in surveillance footage.
• Q: Can I use this lens on an existing Axis camera?
  A: If the camera accepts CS-mount lenses, this zoom lens is designed to work within that ecosystem. Always verify compatibility with your specific camera model and firmware version before installation.
• Q: Do I need special tools to install the lens?
  A: In most cases, no special tools are required beyond standard camera maintenance supplies. Basic thumb tightening is usually sufficient, but consult your camera’s service manual for torque recommendations and safety precautions during installation.
• Q: Will this lens affect the camera’s autofocus or auto-iris functions?
  A: When used with compatible cameras, autofocus and auto-iris features will function as supported by the camera’s firmware. If your system uses manual focus, you’ll control sharpness solely via the lens focus ring and the camera’s focus assist tools.