The Tapo C260 redefines home security with ultra-high 4K (8 MP) video clarity, delivering four times the detail of typical 1080p cameras—capable of capturing license plates, fine movements, and crisp facial features TP-Link Tapo Official Storetapo.com.
Its motorized pan-tilt design offers full 360° horizontal rotation and 116° vertical tilt for maximum coverage, complemented by 18× digital zoom for immersive close-ups TP-Link Tapo Official Storetapo.com. Enjoy seamless dual-band connectivity (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz Wi-Fi) for faster streaming and smoother control TP-Linktapo.com.
Privacy-conscious users will appreciate the physical Privacy Mode, which mechanically blocks the lens with one tap via the Tapo app, and Customizable Block Zones to exclude sensitive areas from recording tapo.com.
On-device AI powers Face Recognition, Person/Pet/Vehicle Detection, and Sound Detection (e.g., baby crying, dog barking, glass breaking), with smart motion tracking to follow subjects in real-time—all without sending data to the cloud TP-Link+1tapo.com.
Night visibility is enhanced by IR LEDs offering up to 40 ft (12 m) coverage, with auto-switching IR-Cut filter for seamless day/night transitions TP-Linktapo.com.
Two-way audio lets you interact through the integrated mic and speaker, while a 90 dB siren can act as a deterrent when needed TP-Linktapo.com.
Record locally via microSD (up to 512 GB) or opt for cloud backup through Tapo Care (subscription required) TP-Linktapo.com. Network features include RTSP and ONVIF support for integration with various platforms TP-Linktapo.com.
Technical Specifications
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Sensor & Optics | 1/2.7″ Progressive Scan CMOS Starlight sensor; 4.3 mm, F1.6 lens; FOV: 109.6° (diag), 91.5° (horiz), 46.1° (vert); IR-Cut; IR LEDs up to 12 m (40 ft) TP-Linktapo.com |
Video & Audio | 4K (3840×2160 px) resolution; 15/20/25 fps (default 20 fps); H.264; 18× digital zoom; 3DNR, WDR; two-way audio with noise cancellation; 90 dB siren TP-Linktapo.com |
Movement | 360° pan; 116° tilt; Smart motion tracking TP-Link Tapo Official Storetapo.com |
AI Detection | Face Recognition; Person, Vehicle, Pet detection; Baby Cry, Cat Meow, Dog Bark, Glass Break; Line-crossing; Tamper; Motion detection; Activity zones TP-Linktapo.com |
Privacy Controls | Physical privacy mode; Custom block zones tapo.com |
Storage | microSD up to 512 GB; Tapo Care cloud (optional) TP-Linktapo.com |
Connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 & 5 GHz); RTSP; ONVIF; standard TCP/IP stack TP-Linktapo.com |
Security | On-device ML; 128-bit AES w/ SSL/TLS; WPA3/WPA2-PSK TP-Linktapo.com |
Power & Dimensions | 5 V DC power adapter; typical ~2.5 W, max ~8.65 W; 210.6 g; 74.6×88.7×118.9 mm; humidity 10–90% RH; temp 0–40 °C ReachMultitronic |
Smart Integration | Amazon Alexa; Google Assistant; Samsung SmartThings Reachtapo.com |