Tapo C500 Outdoor Pan/Tilt Wi-Fi Security Camera | 1080p Full HD, 360° Coverage, Color Night Vision (30 m), IP65
Full 360° outdoor coverage with motorised pan and tilt. The Tapo C500 sweeps 360° horizontally and 130° vertically, delivering 1080p Full HD video at 30 fps with color night vision reaching up to 30 m — all in an IP65 weatherproof body that mounts on a wall, eave, or pole.
360° Pan & 130° Tilt — Zero Blind Spots
The motorised lens covers a full 360° horizontal sweep and 130° vertical range. Set patrol mode to cruise automatically among up to 8 custom waypoints, or adjust the view remotely from the Tapo app.
Smart Motion Tracking
When motion is detected, the camera follows the moving subject to keep it centred in frame — ideal for monitoring driveways, gardens, and common areas.
1080p Full HD at 30 fps
Smooth, detailed footage at full frame rate. Identify faces, licence plates, and other important details with clarity.
Color Night Vision up to 30 m (98 ft)
Dual spotlights deliver vivid full-color footage in low light up to 30 m away. In smart mode, color night vision activates automatically when a person is detected, switching from IR to full color only when it matters.
Free Smart AI Detection — No Subscription
On-device AI identifies people and distinguishes them from general motion, sending real-time push notifications only when relevant. Tamper detection alerts you if someone interferes with the camera. Set customisable activity zones to focus on the areas you care about.
Physical Privacy Mode
One tap in the Tapo app physically blocks the lens behind the camera housing — a mechanical cover, not just a software shutter.
Customisable Sound & Light Alarm
Record your own warning message, adjust spotlight intensity, and trigger a 90 dB siren to deter intruders — all from the app.
Two-Way Audio with Noise Cancellation
Built-in mic and speaker let you communicate with visitors, delivery riders, or family in real time.
IP65 Weatherproof — Built for Extremes
Handles rain, dust, snow, and heat. Operates from −30 °C to 60 °C for year-round outdoor use.
Flexible Mounting — Wall, Eave, or Pole
Mounts on a wall or eave with the included bracket. For pole mounting, add optional mounting loops (sold separately).
Flexible Storage
Save recordings locally on a microSD card (up to 512 GB, sold separately) — up to 954 hours of 1080p footage on a 512 GB card. Or subscribe to Tapo Care cloud storage for 30-day video history with snapshot notifications.
Works with Your Smart Home
Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Supports RTSP and ONVIF for third-party NVR integration.
Specifications
- Resolution: 1080p (1920 × 1080) @ 30 fps
- Sensor: 1/3″ CMOS
- Lens: 3.89 mm, F2.0, 85.5° diagonal / 73.5° horizontal
- Pan/Tilt: 360° horizontal (340° mechanical) / 130° vertical (90° mechanical)
- Night Vision: 850 nm IR LED (up to 30 m) + Color Night Vision with dual spotlights
- AI Detection: Person, Motion, Tamper (free, no subscription)
- Video Compression: H.264 with 3DNR & WDR
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz (802.11 b/g/n)
- Protocols: RTSP, ONVIF
- Audio: Two-way with noise cancellation (90 dB siren)
- Storage: microSD up to 512 GB / Tapo Care cloud
- Weather Rating: IP65
- Power: 9V DC adapter (included), 100–240V input
- Smart Assistants: Alexa, Google Assistant
- Mounting: Wall, ceiling, pole (loops sold separately)
- Operating Temp: −30 °C to 60 °C
- Dimensions: 123.8 × 123 × 90 mm
- Privacy: Physical privacy mode
What's in the Box
Tapo C500 Camera, 9V DC Power Adapter, Mounting Bracket, Mounting Screws & Anchors, Bracket Screws, Waterproof Seal, Mounting Template, Quick Start Guide