Side-by-side comparison · cross brand

    Axis AXIS Q1942-E 60mm vs Bosch DINION thermal 8100i NBT-8701-F42VF

    Spec-by-spec comparison of two bullet camera models, with EN 62676-4 lens math and design recommendations.

    Specification side-by-side

    Axis AXIS Q1942-E 60mmBosch DINION thermal 8100i NBT-8701-F42VF
    ManufacturerAxisBosch
    Form factorBullet CameraBullet Camera
    Resolution0.3MP (640×480)0.3MP (640×480)
    Focal length60mm42mm
    Horizontal FOV10°10°
    Effective range400 m586 m
    IR distanceNo IRNo IR
    Low-light / ColorVuStandardStandard

    Verdict

    Bosch DINION thermal 8100i NBT-8701-F42VF reaches further (586 m vs 400 m) — better for perimeter and parking-lot wide shots.

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Axis AXIS Q1942-E 60mm better than Bosch DINION thermal 8100i NBT-8701-F42VF?

    Bosch DINION thermal 8100i NBT-8701-F42VF reaches further (586 m vs 400 m) — better for perimeter and parking-lot wide shots. For installation-specific advice — mounting height, tilt, obstacle shadowing, BOM and PoE budget — drop both cameras into CCTVplanner and the FOV cones, DORI rings (per EN 62676-4) and cable schedule render in real time on a satellite map or imported floor plan.

    What is the field of view of Axis AXIS Q1942-E 60mm vs Bosch DINION thermal 8100i NBT-8701-F42VF?

    Axis AXIS Q1942-E 60mm has a 10° horizontal FOV at 60mm. Bosch DINION thermal 8100i NBT-8701-F42VF has a 10° horizontal FOV at 42mm. Both cover the same angular scene; the FOV calculator on CCTVplanner converts these into linear meters of coverage at any chosen target distance.

    Which camera has stronger IR illumination?

    Neither camera ships built-in IR illumination — both are visible-light models. For unlit perimeter and corridor coverage, pair them with external IR illuminators or pick a built-in-IR variant from the same manufacturer's IR series.

    Can I plan a project mixing Axis and Bosch cameras?

    Yes. CCTVplanner is multi-vendor by design — drop Axis and Bosch cameras on the same canvas, share the same EN 62676-4 lens math and DORI ring overlays, and consolidate them into one BOM with cable schedule and PoE budget. Vendor design tools (Axis Site Designer, Hikvision HiTools, Dahua Project Design Tool, i-PRO SDT) cannot do this because each speaks only its own catalog.

    Test both cameras in your project

    Drop Axis AXIS Q1942-E 60mm and Bosch DINION thermal 8100i NBT-8701-F42VF on a real satellite map or imported floor plan. See live FOV cones, DORI rings, BOM and cable schedule in seconds.

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