Tapo C52A

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-Enhances your security by revealing brighter, full-color images and vivid details even in low-light conditions with built-in spotlights and the starlight sensor.
  • 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.*
  • IP66 Weatherproofing-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.
  • Two-Way Audio-Enables communication through a built-in microphone and speaker.

Learn more about microSD card compatibility

All-Round Protection with Vivid Colors

Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera

Tapo C52A

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2K QHD Resolution
Free AI Detection
Starlight Color Night Vision
IP65 Weatherproof
Sound and Light Alarm
Local and Cloud Storage
Powerful Dual Antennas
360°   Motion Tracking

2K QHD Resolution & Starlight Color Night Vision

Tapo C52A 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.

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    Person Detection

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    Vehicle Detection

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    Pet Detection

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    Line Crossing Detection

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    Tamper Detection

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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.*

Up to 492ft in open areas*

Build to Withstand Water & Dust

With IP66 weatherproofing, Tapo C52A 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.

Private Zones, Get Away There!

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.

  • Up to 512 GB of free local storage equals 512 hours of 2K QHD video storage.

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    256 hours

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    512GB

  • Enjoy 30-day video history, rich notifications with snapshots, and smart sort. Start off with a 30-day free trial. Cloud Storage will consume more data.

 
 

All in the Tapo 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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Smart Playback

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

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Tapo Sharing

Invite your family members to manage the camera together.

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  • 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.

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 Port
1× RESET Button
1× 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
Network Connectivity Connect via Wi-Fi or Ethernet
Wireless Connectivity IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ax, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
Ethernet Port 1× 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Port on Camera
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 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℃
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 C52A 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

*The 492 ft wireless coverage is based on TP-Link tests in open areas. Actual experience may vary due to environment, router specifications, and other factors.

** Mounting loops purchased separately.

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/

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