Description

Tapo C500 is a wired, pan/tilt security camera built for people who want affordable 360° coverage without paying for premium features they don’t need. Made by TP-Link’s Tapo brand, this camera is well suited for walls, eaves, and poles where a single wide-reaching unit can replace multiple fixed cameras.

At the core of Tapo C500 is its 1080P Full HD resolution, capturing sharp images and vivid detail at 1920 x 1080 pixels. This ensures footage stays clear and easy to review, whether checking on deliveries or identifying visitors.

Coverage is where Tapo C500 truly stands out. It offers a full 360° horizontal and 130° vertical viewing range, eliminating blind spots around a property entirely. Smart motion tracking automatically follows a subject to keep it within frame, while patrol mode lets the camera cruise between customized points for continuous monitoring.

Smart detection plays a key role in reducing unnecessary alerts. Tapo C500 uses AI-powered person detection to accurately identify people and reduce false alarms, sending real-time notifications straight to the Tapo app. Customizable activity zones let users focus alerts on the areas that matter most.

Night monitoring is handled through color night vision, capturing vibrant, detailed footage up to 30 meters away in low-light conditions. Users can also activate an integrated siren along with a spotlight alarm to deter unwelcome intruders, using their own recorded audio for a personal touch.

Durability is equally important for outdoor use. With an IP65 weatherproof rating, Tapo C500 performs reliably in rain, dust, and harsh weather, and multiple installation options allow mounting on a wall, eave, or pole depending on the location.

Storage stays flexible too, supporting local microSD recording up to 512GB with no subscription required, or optional Tapo Care cloud storage for additional peace of mind. Two-way audio through a built-in microphone and speaker allows real-time communication with visitors or delivery couriers.

For everyday convenience, Tapo C500 works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for hands-free voice control, and its physical privacy mode blocks the lens with the housing when not in use, offering added peace of mind.

Whether covering a wide backyard or a home entrance, Tapo C500 delivers dependable 1080P clarity, wide 360° coverage, and smart AI detection in one affordable wired camera.

Full technical specifications are listed below.

Tapo C500 CAMERA

Feature	Specification
Image Sensor	1/3″ Progressive Scan CMOS Sensor
Lens	• Focal Length: 3.89 mm • Aperture: F2.0 • Field of View: 85.5° (Diagonal), 73.5° (Horizontal), 41° (Vertical)
Night Vision	• 850 nm IR LED (98 ft / 29.9 m) • Color Night Vision
Interface & Button	• 1× RESET Button • 1× MicroSD Card Slot
Pan/Tilt Range	• Pan Mechanical Range: 340° (360° Pan Coverage) • Tilt Mechanical Range: 90° (132° Tilt Coverage)

Tapo C500 VIDEO & AUDIO

Feature	Specification
Maximum Resolution	1920 × 1080 px (1080p Full HD)
Frame Rate	30 fps
Video Compression	H.264
Live View	Yes
Image Enhancement	3DNR, WDR
Audio Input & Output	Built-in Microphone and Speaker
Audio Communication	Two-Way Audio with Noise Cancellation
Siren Volume	90 dB (Level measured at 4-inch/10-cm distance)

Tapo C500 STORAGE

Feature	Specification
Local Storage	MicroSD Card Slot on Camera (Up to 512 GB)
Cloud Storage	Tapo Care Cloud Storage Services (Subscription required)

Tapo C500 DETECTION and NOTIFICATIONS

Feature	Specification
AI Detection	• Motion Detection • Person Detection • Tamper Detection
Activity Zones	Yes
Output Notification	• System Notification • System Notification with Snapshot (Tapo Care Services)

Tapo C500 NETWORK

Feature	Specification
Network Connectivity	Connect via Wi-Fi
Wireless Connectivity	IEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
RTSP	Yes
ONVIF	Yes

Tapo C500 SECURITY

Feature

Specification

Security

• On-Device Machine Learning

• 128-bit AES Encryption with SSL/TLS

• WPA/WPA2-PSK

Tapo C500 POWER

Feature	Specification
Power Source	9V DC Power Adapter
Input Voltage	100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Output Voltage	9.0V, 0.85A (DC Power)

Tapo C500 GENERAL

Feature	Specification
Smart Integration	Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa
Weather Resistance	IP65
System Requirements	Tapo App: iOS 9.0 or higher, Android 4.4 or higher
Mounting Options	• Ceiling-Mounted • Wall-Mounted • Pole-Mounted (Pole-Mounting loops required but not included)
Operating Temperature	-30℃~60℃
Storage Temperature	-40℃~60℃
Operating Humidity	10%~90% RH, Non-condensing
Storage Humidity	0~90% RH, Non-condensing
Dimensions (W × D × H)	4.9 × 4.8 × 3.5 in (123.8 × 123 × 90 mm)
Package Content	• Tapo C500 Camera • Power Adapter • Mounting Anchors • Mounting Screws • Bracket Screws • Mounting Template • Mounting Bracket • Waterproof Seal • Quick Start Guide
Certifications	CE, FCC, RoHS, RCM