Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security WiFi Camera

  • 360° All-Round Protection: Provides 360° horizontal & 130° vertical viewing range, eliminating blind spots.
  • Person Detection: Smart AI identifies a person accurately, sending instant notifications through the Tapo app.
  • 1080P Full HD: Capture more details to make every moment shine. 
  • Color Night Vision: Capture virant color night vision up to 30 meters away. 
  • IP65 Weatherproof: Tapo C500 is protected against jets of water and dust.
  • Sound and Light Alarm: Activate the integrated siren along with the spotlight alarm to deter unwelcomed intruders. 
  • Local and Cloud Storage: Save all your important moments to a microSD card1 (up to 512GB) or subscribe to Tapo Care2 for cloud service.
  • Multiple Installations: Install the camera on the wall, eave, or pole3. Monitor the area where you care the most.

Learn more about microSD card compatibility

Capture Everything Around

Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera

Tapo C500

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360° Motion Tracking
1080P Full High Definition
Color Night Vision
IP65 Weatherproof
Local and Cloud Storage
Sound and Light Alarm
Activity Zone
Smart Person Detection

360° All-Round Protection

Track the motion with 360° horizontal & 130° vertical viewing range,
or turn on the patrol mode to keep the camera cruising among up to 8 customized points.

Advanced Person Detection for What Matters

Smart AI identifies a person accurately, reducing false alarm and sending real-time notifications through the Tapo app.

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Person Detection

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1080P Full HD, Clear Every Second

Capture more details to make every moment shine.

Vivid Colors, Even at Night

Capture vibrant color night vision up to 30 meters away for more details in low-light conditions. With smart mode, the live view turns color night vision after detecting person.

Night Vision
Color Night Vision
* Photo enhanced to amplify difference

Build to Withstand Water & Dust

Tapo C500 is protected against jets of water and dust with IP65 weatherproof rating. It works well in rain, snow, dust, and heat.

Customizable Sound and Light Alarm

Craft your own audio alarm and tailor the intensity of the dual spotlights to fit your needs. Activate the integrated siren along with the spotlight alarm to deter unwelcome intruders effectively.

You are being monitored. Please back away!

Secure Local & Cloud Storage

Save all your important moments to a microSD card1 (up to 512 GB) or subscribe to Tapo Care2 for cloud service after a free trial.

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Up to 512 GB local storage equals 954 hours (about 40 days) of 1080P footage, freeing you from being stuck with limited built-in storage.

238 hours

128GB

477 hours

256GB

954 hours

512GB

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Receive rich notifications with snapshots, encrypted protection, data backups, and 30-day video clip history with Tapo Care cloud services.

Install Where You Value Most

Tapo C500 supports multiple installation options. You can install the camera on the wall, eave, or pole3. Monitor the area where you care the most.

Wall Mount
Eave Mount
Pole Mount

Total Control, One App

Total Control, One App

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Easy Setup

Follow the detailed instructions in the Tapo app and choose the right mounting location and angle.

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Total Control, One App

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Smart Playback

Swiftly find and download moments of
interest by choosing the event type or
sliding the timeline.

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Total Control, One App

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Tapo Sharing

Share memorable moments or distribute access
to your Tapo security devices with those who
matter most.

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  • Customizable Activity Zone

    Customize detection zones to receive alerts for your most important areas.

  • Voice Activated

    Enjoy your smart life and keep an eye on your vital areas with Alexa & Google Assistant supported.

  • Two-Way Audio

    Communicate directly with the outdoors for your convenience.

  • Physical Privacy Mode

    Maintains your privacy with the lens physically blocked by the housing.

CAMERA
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)
Motion Range Pan Mechanical Range: 340° (360° Pan Coverage)
Tilt Mechanical Range: 60° (130° Tilt Coverage)
Night Vision 850 nm IR LED (98 ft / 29.9 m), color night vision
Interface & Button 1× RESET Button
1× MicroSD Card Slot
VIDEO & AUDIO
Maximum Resolution 1920 × 1080 px
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)
GENERAL
Smart Integration Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa
Weather Resistance IP65
System Requirements Tapo App: iOS 9.0 or higher, Andriod 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 4.9 × 4.8 × 3.5 in (123.8 × 123 × 90 mm)
Package Contents 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
STORAGE
Local Storage MicroSD Card Slot on Camera (Up to 512 GB)
General Information about using MicroSD Cards >
Cloud Storage Tapo Care Cloud Storage Services (Subscription required)
DETECTION and NOTIFICATIONS
AI Detection Motion detection
Person detection
Tamper detection
Activity Zones Yes
Output Notification System Notification
System Notification with Snapshot (Tapo Care Services)
NETWORK
Network Connectivity Connect via Wi-Fi
Wireless Connectivity IEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
RTSP Yes
ONVIF Yes
SECURITY
Security On-Device Machine Learning
128-bit AES Encryption with SSL/TLS
WPA/WPA2-PSK
POWER
Power Source 9V DC Power Adapter
Input Voltage 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Output Voltage 9.0V, 0.85A (DC Power)
Awards
  • Connect Living rated Tapo C500 as very good in outdoor security camera review.
    2023, Germany
  • Tapo C500 won Gold Award by Price.com Product Award.
    2023, Japan

1microSD card needs to be purchased separately.

2Subscribe: https://www.tapo.com/tapocare/

3Loops (purchased separately) are needed for pole mounting.