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Tapo C520WS
Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera
- 2K QHD Live View-Adopting a 2560 × 1440 resolution, Tapo C520WS provides 1.7 × more pixels and delivers sharper images than 1080p.
- Starlight Color Night Vision-Adopting an F1.6 large-aperture lens and starlight sensor, Tapo C520WS captures more light and has higher photosensitivity, thus rendering brighter colors under lower light conditions than full-color night vision cameras with an F2.2 lens and ordinary sensor.
- 360° Visual Coverage- Provides 360° horizontal & 130° vertical viewing range, enabling you to focus on more vital areas and eliminate blind spots.
- Free Person/Pet/Vehicle Detection-Smart AI identifies people, pets, and vehicles, notifying users as needed.
- Customizable Sound and Light Alarm-Record your own audio as an alarm to extend your usages. The ultra-bright and adjustable light is also supported to frighten unwanted visitors away.
- Secure Local & Cloud Storage-Save recorded videos to a microSD card† or by using Tapo Care** cloud services.
- IP66 Weatherproof-Offers excellent waterproof and dustproof performance for outdoor scenarios.
- Wired/Wireless Networking-Connect your camera to the network through WiFi or Ethernet for more flexible installation.
Smart. Secure. Easy.
All-Round Protection with Vivid Colors
Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera
Tapo C520WS
- Brighter than Full-Color
- Multiple Night Vision Modes
Brighter than Full-Color
TapoC520WS renders brighter images than other full-color night vision cameras with spotlights on due to its starlight sensor.
Multiple Night Vision Modes
Full-Color Mode
The starlight sensor and spotlights enables Tapo C520WS to capture brighter-color images for enhanced security.
Infrared Mode
Provides a visual distance of up to 98ft at night.
Smart Mode
Automatically switches to full-color mode to provide more details when an event is detected.
- 2K QHD
- 360° Visual Coverage
2K QHD Crystal Clear View
Now with 1.7 times more pixels than 1080p, providing clearer videos and more crisp photos.
360° Visual Coverage
Provides 360° horizontal & 130° vertical view range to capture everything around.
Multiple AI Detection, All for Free!
Smart AI identifies people, pets, and vehicles, notifying users as needed. All are provided for free.
Customize Your Detection
Adjust the sensitivity of motion detection and set up activity zones/boundaries for your convenience. You can also turn on the patrol mode to keep the camera cruising between two customized points.
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Motion Detection
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Activity Zones
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Line Crossing
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Patrol Mode
Reliable Networking, Flexible Connection
Dual powerful external antennas provides larger wireless coverage and more stable connection. You can also connect you’re your camera to the network through the RJ45 Ethernet port.
Dual Powerful Antennas
Wired/Wireless Networking
Customizable Sound and Light Alarm
Record your own audio as an alarm to extend your usages. The ultra-bright and adjustable light is also supported to frighten unwanted visitors away.
Private Zones, Get Away There!
Secure Local & Cloud Storage
Save recorded videos to a microSD card† (up to 512 GB) or by using Tapo Care** cloud services.
Enjoy 24/7 continuous recording and playback with a microSD card† (up to 512 GB, equals to 680 hours of 2K QHD footage). 
Receive rich notifications with snapshots, encrypted protection, data backups, and 30-day video clip history with Tapo Care** cloud services. **Tapo Care cloud storage services require a subscription. A free trial for the first month is provided.
IP66 Weatherproof
Offers excellent waterproof and dustproof performance for outdoor scenarios.
Smart Motion Tracking
Tracks motion with high-speed rotation to keep the object within the camera’s view.
Two-Way Audio
Communicate directly with the outdoors for your convenience.
Multiple Installation Options
Use the mounting screws, template and loops‡ to install on any wall, ceiling or pole for the perfect view—wherever you want.
Physical Privacy Mode
Maintains your privacy with the lens physically blocked by the housing.
Voice Activated
Enjoy your smart life and keep an eye on your vital areas with Alexa & Google Assistant supported.
Dedicated Tapo App
Live view, playback,save clips and set up-all in one app.
Download the Tapo app
Turn on your camera
Follow the in-app guide
| CAMERA | |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | 1/3” Progressive Scan CMOS Starlight Sensor |
| Lens | Focal Length: 3.2 mm Aperture: F1.6 Field of View: 112° (Diagonal), 95°(Horizontal), 53°(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) Full-Color Night Vision |
| Lighting | 2× Built-in Spotlights |
| Interface & Button | 1× Ethernet Port1× RESET Button1× MicroSD Card Slot (Up to 512GB) |
| VIDEO & AUDIO | |
|---|---|
| Maximum Resolution | 2K QHD 4MP (2560 × 1440 px) |
| Frame Rate | 15/20/25/30 fps (Default 15 fps) |
| Digital Zoom | 12x |
| 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 | 93 dB (Level measured at 4-inch/10-cm distance) |
| 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 Pet Detection Vehicle Detection Line-Crossing Detection Tamper Detection |
| Activity Zones | Yes |
| Output Notification | System Notification System Notification with Snapshot (Tapo Care Services) |
| NETWORK | |
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| Network Connectivity | Connect via Wi-Fi or Ethernet |
| Wireless Connectivity | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi |
| Ethernet Port | 1× 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Port on Camera |
| RTSP | Yes |
| ONVIF | Yes |
| Security | |
| 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 V, 0.85 A (DC Power) |
| HARDWARE | |
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| Button | |
| GENERAL | |
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| Smart Integration | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Weather Resistance | IP66 |
| 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 C520WS Camera Power Adapter Mounting Anchors Mounting Screws Bracket Screws Mounting Template Mounting Bracket Waterproof Seal Waterproof Cable Attachments Quick Start Guide |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, RoHS, RCM |
†microSD card purchased separately. Actual storage capacity depends on the size of the microSD card used. Actual storage time also may vary with use.
**Subscribe for cloud storage at http://www.tapo.com/tapocare/
‡Mounting loops purchased separately.