- overview
All-Round Protection with Vivid Colors
Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera
2K QHD Resolution & Starlight Color Night Vision: Tapo C520WS offers enhanced video quality with a 2560 × 1440 resolution, providing 1.7× more pixels and sharper images than 1080p. At night, its built-in spotlights and starlight sensor reveal brighter, full-color images and vivid details, enhancing your security.
360° All-Round Protection: Enjoy 360° horizontal and 130° vertical views with motion tracking to eliminate blind spots. Activate patrol mode to cruise among multiple custom points.
Comprehensive AI Detection : Smart AI accurately identifies people, pets, and vehicles while featuring tamper and line-crossing detection, minimizing false alerts and unnecessary notifications.
Flexible Connections & Reliable Networking : Connect your camera via Wi-Fi or Ethernet for flexible installation. Powerful dual antennas ensure connectivity up to 492ft in open areas.
Build to Withstand Water & Dust : With IP66 weatherproofing, Tapo C520WS offers excellent waterproof and dustproof performance for outdoor scenarios. It works well in rain, dust, and heat.
Customizable Sound and Light Alarm : The ultra-bright adjustable light deters unwanted visitors, while custom audio alarms offer further use.
Secure Local & Cloud Storage : Save crucial moments to a microSD card† (up to 512 GB) or subscribe to Tapo Care for cloud storage‡ after a 30-day free trial, ensuring you never lose important footage.
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.
Customizable Activity Zone : Customize detection zones to receive alerts for your most important areas.
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.
Specifications :
- 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)
Night Vision:
850 nm IR LED (98 ft / 29.9 m)
Full-Color Night Vision
Lighting:2× Built-in Spotlights
Interface & Button:
1× Ethernet Port
1× RESET Button
1× MicroSD Card Slot (Up to 512GB)
Pan/Tilt Range:
Pan Mechanical Range: 340° (360° Pan Coverage)
Tilt Mechanical Range: 90°(140.7° Tilt Coverage)
Hub Compatibility : / - 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
Network Connectivity: Connect via Wi-Fi or Ethernet
Wireless Connectivity: IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ax, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
Protocol : TCP/IP, DHCP, ICMP, DNS, NTP, HTTPS, TCP, UDP
Ethernet Port:1× 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Port on Camera
RTSP: Yes
ONVIF: Yes
- 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 - GENERAL
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℃ (-22°F~140°F)
Storage Temperature:-40℃~60℃ (-40°F~140°F)
Operating Humidity:10%~90% RH, Non-condensing
Weight: 14 oz / 396.84 g
Storage Humidity:0~90% RH, Non-condensing
Dimensions ( W x D x H ):
4.9 × 4.8 × 3.5 in (123.8 × 123 × 90 mm)
Package Content:
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












































