As an authorised distributor for Axis Communications in South Africa, Duxbury Networking is introducing the latest generation of Axis AI-powered pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras to local security partners and system integrators.
The solution combines edge-based artificial intelligence (AI), advanced tracking, and seamless multi-sensor integration to help organisations strengthen perimeter security and gain real-time situational awareness across complex sites.
The AXIS Q6355-LE offers 1080p resolution while AXIS Q6358-LE provides 4K UHD. Both cameras feature a light-sensitive ½-inch sensor to deliver clear, bright images, and better handling of shadows. Lightfinder and Forensic WDR provide details even in challenging light conditions.
OptimizedIR allows for surveillance in total darkness up to 300m without the need for extra lighting. Additionally, with 31x optical zoom and quick zoom, it is easy to follow fast-moving objects. They also offer support for audio with a midspan and four I/O ports.
Unlike earlier PTZ models that depended on manual operator input, Axis’ latest PTZ range brings AI-powered classification directly into the camera itself. This allows the device to automatically identify and classify objects such as vehicles, trucks, and people in real time. By eliminating irrelevant triggers like animals, shadows, or weather-related motion, the AI engine reduces false alarms and allows operators to focus on real security events as they unfold.
What sets these new Axis PTZ cameras apart is not only their onboard intelligence but also their ability to work in tandem with the broader Axis ecosystem. In multi-sensor deployments, PTZ cameras actively receive input from Axis radars, fixed optical cameras, and thermal devices to dynamically focus on areas of interest. This cross-device coordination allows security teams to monitor larger sites more efficiently while automating much of the situational awareness that would otherwise depend on human attention alone. Applications range from industrial parks and warehouses to critical infrastructure, logistics hubs, and gated residential estates, many of which form the backbone of South Africa’s high-security sector.