AXIS P3268-LVE vs Hanwha PNV-A9081R Comparison

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AXIS P3268-LVE vs Hanwha PNV-A9081R: specs side by side

Two 4K (8MP) outdoor domes with IR and varifocal lenses, from Axis and Hanwha.

Specs below are taken from each product’s listing on silarius.com. “Not stated in listing” means the listing does not say. Prices update live.

Side by side

Spec AXIS P3268-LVE Hanwha PNV-A9081R Silarius X SIL-XD8MP28AU
Price See listing See listing See listing
Type Outdoor dome Vandal dome (indoor or outdoor) Vandal dome
Resolution 8MP / 4K (3840 × 2160), 30 fps 8MP / 4K (3840 × 2160), 30 fps 8MP / 4K
Lens 4.3-8.6mm varifocal (2x), remote zoom and focus 4.5-10mm motorized varifocal (2.2x) 2.8mm fixed
Horizontal view 100° to 53° 101.4° to 45.5° 105°
Night vision Up to 130 ft (40 m) Up to 30 m (98 ft) Smart IR up to 30 m (98 ft)
Weather / impact rating IP66, NEMA 4X, IK10 IP69, NEMA 4X, IK10 IP67, IK10
WDR Up to 120 dB 120 dB 120 dB
Audio Two-way, via audio input or Axis speakers Audio input and output Not stated in listing
Onboard storage microSD slot 2 microSD slots, up to 512 GB total microSD up to 1 TB
Analytics AXIS Object Analytics, motion, tampering, audio detection AI object detection (person, face, vehicle, plate), people counting, heatmap Human and vehicle detection
NDAA compliant Not stated in listing Yes, per listing Yes
Warranty Manufacturer warranty Manufacturer warranty 3-year Silarius warranty

The main differences

  • Night vision: the AXIS P3268-LVE lists IR up to 130 ft (40 m); the Hanwha PNV-A9081R up to 98 ft (30 m).
  • Lens: 4.3-8.6mm (2x, 100° to 53°) on the AXIS; 4.5-10mm motorized (2.2x, 101.4° to 45.5°) on the Hanwha.
  • Ratings: both are NEMA 4X and IK10. The Hanwha lists IP69; the AXIS lists IP66.
  • Storage and AI: the Hanwha has two microSD slots (up to 512 GB total) and AI detection of people, faces, vehicles and plates; the AXIS runs AXIS Object Analytics.

Which one should you buy?

  • Longest listed night vision: the AXIS P3268-LVE (40 m).
  • Wash-down areas or the most onboard storage: the Hanwha PNV-A9081R (IP69, two microSD slots).
  • 4K dome at a much lower price: the Silarius X SIL-XD8MP28AU, with a fixed 2.8mm lens (105°) and IR up to 30 m.
Outdoor dome
AXIS P3268-LVE

8MP / 4K (3840 × 2160), 30 fps, 4.3-8.6mm varifocal (2x), remote zoom and focus

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Vandal dome (indoor or outdoor)
Hanwha PNV-A9081R

8MP / 4K (3840 × 2160), 30 fps, 4.5-10mm motorized varifocal (2.2x)

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Silarius alternative
Silarius X SIL-XD8MP28AU

8MP (4K) IR dome, 2.8mm lens, 105° view

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The Silarius alternative

Silarius X SIL-XD8MP28AU: 8MP (4K) IR dome, 2.8mm lens, 105° view. NDAA compliant, 3-year Silarius warranty, free US shipping, and it can record straight to Silarius Cloud with no NVR, no gateway and no port forwarding.

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Questions

Which has longer night vision?

The AXIS P3268-LVE lists IR up to 130 ft (40 m); the Hanwha PNV-A9081R lists 98 ft (30 m).

Are both 4K?

Yes. Both listings state 3840 × 2160 at 30 fps.

Are Silarius cameras NDAA compliant?

Yes. Silarius cameras and recorders are NDAA compliant.

Do Silarius products ship free?

Yes. Every Silarius-brand product ships free in the US.