Tapo C250
Pan/Tilt AI Home Security Wi-Fi Camera
- High-Quality Video Recording: Capture every detail with ultra clarity in 4K 8MP resolution.
- Wide Range of Visual Coverage: Enjoy a full 360º horizontal and 114º vertical range for pan and tilt, allowing you to cover more area.
- Night Vision up to 40 ft: See clearly even in low-light conditions with night vision that provides visibility up to 40 ft.
- Free Smart AI Detection: Benefit from smart AI technology that detects human, pets and even baby cry while sending you instant notifications.
- AI Auto-Zoom Tracking: The camera automatically zooms in and follows moving people and pets, even from a distance.
- 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, Amazon Alexa and Samsung SmartThings, freeing up your hands for other tasks (availability may vary based on language and country).
Details in 4K.
Automatic Smart Motion Tracking.
Complete Peace of Mind.
Tapo C250
Ultra-Clear
4K 8MP View
Motion Detection with
Customizable Activity Zones
Customizable Activity Zones
Customizable
Privacy Zones
Privacy Zones
IR Night Vision
AI Auto-Zoom Tracking
Pan/Tilt
360° Horizontal; 114° Vertical
Smart AI Detection with Notifications
Person
Pet
Baby Cry
Local microSD Storage & Cloud Storage
Two-Way
Audio
Audio
Ultra-Clear 4K 8MP View
4K resolution has 4× more pixels than the standard 1080p, making it perfect for capturing finer details like moving people and pets.
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Smart AI Detection with Real-Time Notifications
Advanced AI instantly recognizes people and pets, and even detects the sound of a baby crying, providing you with relevant, immediate alerts.
Person
Pet
Auto-Zoom That Follows the Action
Never miss a detail with AI-powered auto-tracking. The camera automatically zooms in and follows moving people and pets, even from a distance.
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Pan/Tilt for Full Coverage
Capture a wide range of coverage,
giving you a complete look at every corner of your room.
Horizontal Range
360°
Vertical Range
114°
Private Spaces & Tailored Alerts
Easy Baby Monitoring, Around the Clock
Keep a watchful eye on your sleeping baby with advanced IR night vision that sees up to 40 feet in the dark and smart baby cry detection that instantly alerts you.
Crisp Night Vision
(up to 40 ft)
Flexible Storage Choices
Save recorded videos on the microSD Card† (up to 512 GB) or by using Tapo Care‡ cloud storage services.
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168 hours128GB
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336 hours256GB
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672 hours512GB
Two-Way Audio
Speak directly to anyone on the other side of the camera with clear two-way audio.
Uh-uh, that's not yours!
| Image Sensor | 1/2.7” CMOS Sensor |
|---|---|
| Lens | Focal Length: 4mmAperture: F1.6Field of View: 105.4° (Diagonal), 88° (Horizontal), 46° (Vertical) |
| Night Vision | IR Night Vision (up to 40 ft. away) |
| Lighting | 2× 850nm IR LED |
| Interface & Button | 1× RESET Button1× MicroSD Card Slot |
| Pan/Tilt Range | Pan Mechanical Range: 340° (360° Pan Coverage)Tilt Mechanical Range: 70° (116° Tilt Coverage) |
| Maximum Resolution | 3840*2160 |
|---|---|
| Frame Rate | 20 fps |
| Digital Zoom | 18.0x |
| Video Compression | H.265 |
| Live View | Yes |
| Image Enhancement | WDR |
| Audio Input & Output | Built-in Microphone and Speaker |
| Audio Communication | Two-Way Audio with Noise Cancellation |
| Siren Volume | 96 dB (Level measured at 4-inch/10-cm distance) |
| Local Storage | MicroSD Card Slot on Camera (Up to 512 GB) |
|---|---|
| Cloud Storage | Tapo Care Cloud Storage Services |
| Sensor | Single Motion Sensor: PIR Sensor |
|---|---|
| AI Detection | Motion DetectionPerson DetectionPet DetectionVehicle DetectionLine-Crossing DetectionLens Tamper DetectionBaby Crying DetectionAbnormal Sound Detection (glass breaking, cats meow, dogs bark) |
| Activity Zones | Yes *Only works with Motion/Person/Pet/Vehicle Detection. |
| Output Notification | App Notifications of Camera EventApp Notification of AI Detection Event with Snapshot (Subscription Required)App Notifications of Camera OfflineEmail Notification of Detection Event |
| Network Connectivity | Connect via Wi-Fi |
|---|---|
| Wireless Connectivity | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi |
| Ethernet Port | No |
| RTSP | Yes |
| ONVIF | Yes (Profile S） |
| Security | Local AI Detection128-bit AES Encryption with SSL/TLSWPA/WPA2-PSK/WPA3-PSK |
|---|---|
| Power Source | 9V/0.85A DC Power Adapter |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage | 9V, 0.85A, DC Jack Power |
| Output Voltage | N/A |
| Smart Integration | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, IFTTT, Samsung SmartThings |
|---|---|
| Weather Resistance | None |
| System Requirements | Tapo App: iOS 12.0 or higher, Android 7.0 or higher |
| Mounting Options | Wall-Mounted |
| Operating Temperature | 32°F - 104°F (0°C - 40°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°F - 140°F (-40℃ - 60℃) |
| Operating Humidity | 10%~90% RH, Non-condensing |
| Storage Humidity | 0~90% RH, Non-condensing |
| Package Content | Tapo C250 Camera × 1Power Adapter × 1Mounting Anchors× 2Mounting Screws × 2Mounting Template Sticker × 1Camera Base × 1Quick Start Guide |
| Dimensions( H X W X D ) | Without Foot Pads: 85.4 x 86.8x 117.2 mmWith Foot Pads: 85.4 x 86.8 x 117.7 mm |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, JRF, NCC, BSMI, VCCI |
†microSD card needs to be purchased separately. Actual storage capacity depends on the size of the microSD card used.
‡Subscribe for cloud storage at https://www.tapo.com/tapocare/