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Tapo C121

Tapo Indoor/Outdoor Wi-Fi Home Security Camera

  • Indoor & Outdoor 24/7 Monitoring: Place it in your living room, baby's room, backyard, or front door for round-the-clock coverage and IP66-rated weather resistance.
  • Sharper Than Standard HD: With 2K video resolution, you'll see more detail than 1080p video. Identify important moments with greater clarity.
  • Smarter Alerts, Fewer Distractions: AI-powered detection identifies people, vehicles, and pets that come into frame, reducing unnecessary notifications from irrelevant activity.
  • Color Night Vision: Built-in spotlights help provide colorful nighttime footage, making it easier to see important details after dark.
  • Naptime-Friendly Night Vision: Invisible night vision keeps an eye on your sleeping baby without the distraction of visible red lights, while baby crying alerts notify you when your attention is needed.
  • Flexible Placement: The magnetic base enables quick installation, while the 9.8 ft. power cord provides extra reach for easier placement.

Learn more about microSD card compatibility

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Outdoor or Indoor.
Stay Protected Anywhere.

2K Smart Plug-In Wi-Fi Security Camera

Tapo C121
Indoor/Outdoor Usage IP66 Water and Dust Resistance
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IP66 Weatherproof Indoor/Outdoor Security
Smart AI Detection
Full-Color Night Vision with Starlight Sensor & Spotlights
Magnetic Base for Easy Installation
2K QHD4MP
Customizable Cross-Line Detection
Full Duplex Two-Way Audio
Customizable Sound and Light Alarm
850nm or 940nm Invisible IR Mode
Up to 512 GB Local & Cloud Storage

Indoor/Outdoor Versatility. Almost anywhere

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    Exquisite Design

    Exquisite design suitable for diversified indoor scenarios.

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    IP66 Weatherproof

    Mounted even in extreme external weather conditions to keep an eye on your home.

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A Clearer Picture is Priceless

Details matter, and with 2K QHD clarity, the C121 goes a step beyond traditional FullHD resolution with finer details and incredible clarity.

See More Than Meets The Eye

With an integrated starlight sensor, the C121 captures low light images in incredible colorful detail.
See details beyond what the normal eye can see.

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    Secure Installation with Weatherproof

    Mounts securely in your desired placement under different weather condition with IP66 Weatherproofing.

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  • Magnetic Mount for Easy Installation

    A magnetic mount and a long 9.8ft. power cord provides flexible mounting options.

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Free Smart AI Detection

With smart AI detection,choose to detect vehicles,pets,people,or all three.

Vehicle
Vehicle Detection
Person
Person Detection
Pet
Pet Detection

Sound & Baby Cry Detection

Be notified of sound that is detected as well as the cries of a baby.

IR Toggle (Red Lights) For Night Vision

  • IR LED On

    The IR light assists in providing night vision visibility up to 40 ft. It is also a great deterrent to let passersby know that your home is being monitored.

  • Invisible IR On

    If the red IR LEDs are a distraction, you can switch to invisible IR mode to monitor during the night without having the red IR indicator. Ideal for indoor scenarios with children and pets.

Secure Local & Cloud Storage

Save recorded videos on the MicroSD Card(up to 512 GB) or by using Tapo Care** cloud storage services.

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    Up to 512 GB local storage† equals 680 hours (about 28 days) of 2K QHD footage, freeing you from being stuck with limited built-in storage.

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    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.

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    Full Duplex Two-Way Audio

    Now you can converse with the subject as if you are talking on the phone. No more walkie talkie-esque back and forth with Full Duplex audio.

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    Voice Activated View

    Check in on your loved ones when used with a supported device. Works with Alexa and Google Assistant.

Dual-Spotlights for Improved Discovery

  • Better Visibility in Any Condition

    With dual-spotlights the Tapo C121 provides a better viewing experience especially in low light conditions.

  • Light and Custom Sound Triggers

    The camera can be set to have the spotlights turn on when motion is detected. You can also customize sound to play in the event of a motion trigger.

CAMERA

Image Sensor 1/2.9” Progressive Scan CMOS Starlight Sensor
Lens Focal Length: 3.17mm
Aperture: 1.65
Field of View: 120°(Diagonal), 103°(Horizontal), 55°(Vertical)
Night Vision 850 nm IR LED (40 ft / 12 m)
940 nm IR LED
Full-Color Night Vision
Interface & Button 1× RESET Button
1× MicroSD Card Slot (Up to 512 GB)

VIDEO & AUDIO

Maximum Resolution 2K QHD 4MP (2560 × 1440 px)
Frame Rate 20 fps (Self-adaptive according brightness)
Digital Zoom 12x
Video Compression H.264
Live View Yes
Image Enhancement 3D DNR
WDR
Audio Input & Output Built-in Microphone and Speaker
Audio Communication Two-Way Audio with Noise Cancellation
Siren Volume 96dB (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
Line-Crossing Detection
BabyCry Detection
Vehicle Detection
Pet Detection
Meow Detection
Bark Detection
Glass-Breaking Detection
Activity Zones Yes
Output Notification System Notification
System Notification with Snapshot (Tapo Care Services)

NETWORK

Network Connectivity Connect via Wi-Fi
Wireless Connectivity IEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi

SECURITY

Security On-Device Machine Learning
128-bit AES Encryption with SSL/TLS
WPA/WPA2-PSK

POWER

Power Source 5V DC Power Adapter
Input Voltage 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Output Voltage 5.0 V, 1.0 A (DC Power)

GENERAL

Smart Integration Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa
Operating Temperature -20℃~45℃
Storage Temperature -20℃~60℃
Operating Humidity 10%~90% RH
Storage Humidity 5%~90% RH, Non-condensing 
Dimensions ( W x D x H ) 2.65 × 2.26 × 1.74 in (67.4 × 57.4 × 44.1mm)  
Package Content Tapo C121 Camera
USB Power Adapter
Quick Start Guide
Mounting Screws
Mounting Template
Metal Plate3M Adhesive
Mounting Anchors  
3-Meter Type-C Wire
Cable Organizers
Detaching Pin