| Category |
Specification |
| Image Sensor |
1/2.8'' Progressive Scan CMOS (Not Starlight) |
| Lens |
Focal Length: 4.0 mm, Aperture: F2.0 |
| Field of View |
93° (Diagonal), 83° (Horizontal), 40° (Vertical) |
| Motion Range |
Pan: 340° (360° coverage), Tilt: 70° (110.8° coverage) |
| Night Vision |
850 nm IR LED (40 ft / 12 m) |
| Lighting |
/ |
| Interface & Buttons |
1× RESET Button, 1× MicroSD Card Slot (Up to 512 GB) |
| Hub Compatibility |
/ |
| Video Resolution |
1080P HD (1920 × 1080 px) |
| Frame Rate |
15/20/25/30 fps (Default 15 fps) |
| Digital Zoom |
9× |
| Video Compression |
H.264 |
| Live View |
Yes |
| Image Enhancement |
3DNR, WDR |
| Audio |
Built-in Microphone and Speaker, Two-Way Audio with Noise Cancellation |
| Siren Volume |
93 dB (measured at 4-inch/10-cm distance) |
| Storage |
MicroSD Card (Up to 512 GB), Tapo Care Cloud (subscription required) |
| AI Detection |
Motion Detection, Person Detection, BabyCry Detection |
| Activity Zones |
Yes (works only with Motion Detection) |
| Notifications |
System Notification, Snapshots & Clips via Tapo Care |
| Network |
Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz (IEEE 802.11b/g/n), RTSP, ONVIF |
| Security |
On-Device Machine Learning, 128-bit AES with SSL/TLS, WPA/WPA2-PSK |
| Power |
9V DC Adapter (Input: 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz; Output: 9 V, 0.6 A) |
| Mounting Options |
Tabletop, Ceiling-Mounted |
| Operating Temperature |
0℃~40℃ |
| Storage Temperature |
-20℃~60℃ |
| Operating Humidity |
10%~90% RH, Non-condensing |
| Storage Humidity |
5%~90% RH, Non-condensing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the Tapo C200C need a subscription to record video?
A: No, you can record without any subscription by using a microSD card (supports up to 512 GB) for continuous or motion-activated recording. TP-Link’s optional Tapo Care cloud service adds extra features and cloud backups, but it’s not required for normal use.
Q: Will this camera work with my home Wi-Fi and phone?
A: Yes, the Tapo C200C connects directly to your 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network (IEEE 802.11b/g/n) and is controlled through the free Tapo app on Android and iOS. As long as you have a stable 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and a smartphone, you can set it up, view live video, and manage alerts remotely.
Q: How well can it see in the dark and around the room?
A: The camera records in 1080p Full HD and uses 850 nm IR LEDs for night vision up to about 12 m (40 ft), so you can still see clearly in low light. With 360° horizontal and up to 110.8° vertical coverage, you can pan and tilt through the app to check every corner of the room.
Q: Is this camera suitable for indoor security and monitoring family or pets?
A: Yes, it’s designed as an indoor smart camera with motion detection, person detection, and baby-cry detection, plus two-way audio so you can talk and listen through the built-in mic and speaker. You can set activity zones and get instant alerts on your phone when motion is detected, making it ideal for monitoring kids, pets, or entry points inside the home.
Q: How is my privacy and data protected when using this camera?
A: The Tapo C200C includes a Privacy Mode to stop recording when you don’t want to be monitored, and it uses 128-bit AES encryption with SSL/TLS and WPA/WPA2-PSK to protect your video streams and account data. As with any connected camera, you should use a strong, unique password and keep the app and firmware updated for best security.
