Tapo C260
Pan/Tilt AI Home Security Wi-Fi Camera
- High-Quality Video Recording: Capture every detail with exceptional clarity in 4K 8MP resolution.
- Wide Range of Movement: Enjoy a full 360º horizontal and 116º vertical range for pan and tilt, allowing you to cover more area.
- Human Face Recognition: Recognizes individuals by their faces, sending alerts only when an unfamiliar face is detected.
- Enhanced Night Vision: See clearly even in low-light conditions with advanced night vision that provides visibility up to 40 ft.
- Smart AI Detection and Notifications: Benefit from smart AI technology that detects relevant events and sends you instant notifications.
- Physical Privacy Mode: Maintains your privacy with the lens physically blocked by the housing.
- Custimizable Block Zones: Set customizable block zones to keep private areas from being monitored.
- Sound and Light Alarm: Scare away unwanted visitors using a sound and light alarm that triggers attention-grabbing effects.
- Two-Way Audio: Enables communication through a built-in microphone and speaker.
- Safe Storage: Store footage directly on a microSD card with a capacity of up to 512 GB, ensuring safe and convenient storage.(microSD card purchased separately.)
- Hands-Free Operation: Control the device using your voice with compatibility for Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, freeing up your hands for other tasks. (Availability of Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa may vary based on language and country)
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Notifications
AI Detection
Block Zones
Ultra-Clear 4K 8MP View
Capture sharp, precise images in 4K – monitor children playing, ensure pet safety, or clearly identify visitors in your entryway with 4x more pixels than 2K.
Zoom In, See More
A digital zoom you can actually use. Enhance your security by magnifying images up to 18x, capturing detailed footage with remarkable clarity.




Pan/Tilt View
Smooth and Instant Viewing Experience
A wide range of coverage to capture every moment
Protect Your Privacy
Advanced starlight sensor technology ensures clear, vivid images even in minimal light, providing exceptional nighttime surveillance.
Clear Even in Low Light
The highly-sensitive starlight sensor captures higher-quality images even in low-light conditions.
Protect Your Privacy
Smart AI Detection and Notification
Smart AI identifies faces, person, pets, and vehicles while recognizing a baby crying and other sounds, notifying users as needed.
Notice everyone moving through your camera’s field of view.
Track your furry friends with ease using the Tapo App.
Get notified when loud sounds are detected.
Person Detection
Notice everyone moving through your camera’s field of view.
Pet Detection
Track your furry friends with ease using the Tapo App.
Baby Crying Detection
Get notified when loud sounds are detected.
Customizable Activity Zone
Define activity zones within your camera's field of view to fine-tune activity detection and only focus on critical areas.
Flexible Storage Choices
Save recorded videos on the microSD Card† (up to 512 GB) or by using Tapo Care‡ cloud storage services.
†MicroSD Card purchased separately.
‡ Tapo Care cloud storage services require a subscription. A free trial for the first month is provided.
Two-Way Audio
Engage in real-time conversations with the two-way audio feature, designed for exceptional sound clarity. Stay connected with roommates, family, or pets.
Connect and Share
Easily share special moments and grant access to your Tapo devices with loved ones.
Easy Setup & Installation
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Tapo App : Bluetooth Onboarding
Use Bluetooth to easily onboard the camera with the Tapo App.
Wi-Fi onboarding also available. -
Optional Mounting
Use the included mounting template to install onto walls or ceilings.
Image Sensor | 1/2.7“ Progressive Scan CMOS Starlight Sensor |
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Lens | Focal Length: 4.3 mmAperture: F1.6Field of View: 109.6° (Diagonal), 91.5° (Horizontal), 46.1° (Vertical) |
Night Vision | 850 nm IR LEDs (40 ft / 12 m) |
Day/Night Mechanism | IR-Cut Filter with Auto-Switching |
Interface & Button | 1× RESET Button1× microSD Card Slot (Up to 512 GB) |
Maximum Resolution | 4K 8MP (3840 × 2160 px) |
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Frame Rate | 15/20/25 fps (Default 20 fps) |
Digital Zoom | 18x |
Video Compression | H.264 |
Live View | Yes |
Image Enhancement | 3DNRWDR |
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) |
Local Storage | MicroSD Card Slot on Camera (Up to 512 GB)General Information about using MicroSD Cards > |
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Cloud Storage | Tapo Care Cloud Storage Services (Subscription required) |
AI Detection | Facial RecognitionMotion detectionPerson detectionVehicle DetectionPet DetectionLine-crossing DetectionTamper detectionBaby Cry DetectionCat Meow DetectionDog Bark DetectionGlass Breaking Detection |
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Activity Zones | Yes*Only works with Motion Detection. |
Output Notification | System NotificationSystem Notification with Snapshot (Tapo Care Services) |
Network Connectivity | Connect via Wi-Fi |
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Wireless Connectivity | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, 2.4 & 5 GHz Wi-Fi |
Protocol | TCP/IP, DHCP, ICMP, DNS, NTP, HTTPS, TCP, UDP |
Ethernet Port | / |
RTSP | Yes |
ONVIF | Yes |
Transmission Rate | 11b: 11 Mbps11a/g: 54Mbps11n: 72.2 Mbps |
Security | On-Device Machine Learning128-bit AES Encryption with SSL/TLS WPA/WPA2-PSK/WPA3-personal |
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Power Source | 5V DC Power Adapter |
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Input Voltage | 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz |
Output Voltage | 5 V, 2 A (Type-A Port) |
Power Cord Length | 3 m |
Typical Power Consumption | 2.5 W |
Maximum Power Consumption | 8.65 W |
Certification | CE, FCC |
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Smart Integration | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings |
Mounting Options | TabletopCeiling-MountedWall-Mounted |
Operating Temperature | 0 ℃ ~ 40 ℃ (32 °F ~ 104 °F ) |
Storage Temperature | -20 ℃ ~ 60 ℃ (-4 °F ~ 140 °F) |
Operating Humidity | 10%~90% RH, Non-condensing |
Storage Humidity | 5%~90% RH, Non-condensing |
Weight | 7.4 oz / 210.6 g |
Package Content | Tapo C260 Camera × 1Power Adapter ×13m / 9.84ft USB-Type C Power Cord ×1Mounting Anchors × 2Mounting Screws × 2L-Shaped Mounting Bracket ×1Mounting Template Sticker× 1Quick Start Guide |
Dimensions( W X D X H ) | 2.94 × 3.49 × 4.70 in (74.59*88.74*118.87 mm) |
*Data shown is derived from laboratory tests and should be considered as indicative only.