Tapo 2K QHD Security Camera Indoor/Outdoor, 2024 PCMag Editor’s Choice, Color Night Vision, Free Person/Pet/Vehicle Detection, Baby Monitor, Local/Cloud Storage, IP66, Dual-Spotlight, Plug-in(C120)
Original price was: $33.99.$28.49Current price is: $28.49.
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If you are looking for a compact, feature packed, versatile camera solution, the Tapo C120 is the ideal camera for you. The camera includes premium features at no additional cost, such as its free person/pet/vehicle detection, powered by AI processing as well as a suite of other features including full duplex two-way audio, Alexa and Google compatibility and light and sound alarms. Monitor where you want with custom monitoring zones and add additional privacy with privacy zones. The camera image sensor is 1/29.” progressive scan CMOS starlight sensor. The camera lens focal length is 3.17 mm and has a 1.65 aperture. The camera field of view is 120° diagonal, 103° horizontal, and 55° vertical. The night vision is 850 nm IR LED (30 ft / 9 m), 940 nm IR LED (30 ft / 9 m). The camera has full color night vision. The camera frame rate is 20 fps (self-adaptive according to brightness). The camera’s digital zoom is 12x. The camera’s video compression is H.264. The camera has a live view. The image enhancement features 3K DNR and WDR. This camera has two-way audio with noise cancellation. The siren level is 96dB (level measured at 4-inch/10-cm distance). This camera’s AI detections include motion detection, person detection, line-crossing detection, baby cry detection, vehicle detection, pet detection, meow detection, bark detection, and glass-breaking detection. This camera supports the 802.11b/g/n protocol. The wireless rates are as follows: 11 Mbps (802.11 b), 54 Mbps (802.11 g), 72.2 Mbps (802.11n). Wireless security includes WPA, WPA2-PSK. The security features include 128-bit AES encryption with SSL/TLS and on-device machine learning. The packaging contents include 1 Tapo C120 Camera, 1 5.0 V, 1.0 A power adapter, 3m (9.84ft) Type-C wire, 4 mounting anchors, 4 mounting screws, 2 cable organizers, 1 mounting template, 1 iron camera base, 3M adhesive, detaching pin, 1 quick start guide.
2024 PCMag Editor’s Choice – Praised for its outstanding value, delivering sharp 2K resolution and a comprehensive feature set.
Compact, Versatile, Weatherproof – The Tapo C120 is a compact camera suitable for indoor and outdoor use, featuring an IP66 rating for withstanding rain, dust, and rugged conditions.
Magnetic Base for Flexible Mounting – Easily attach the C120 camera to any metal surface with its magnetic base. Versatile mounting on railings, frames, or even the refrigerator.
2K QHD 4MP Resolution – Crystal-clear detail in every shot. Capture every moment with stunning 2K quality that ensures even the finest details are never missed.
Starlight Color Night Vision – The built-in Starlight sensor delivers bright, colorful video at night, with two spotlights for extra illumination in darker conditions.
Invisible IR Mode – Get night vision up to 30ft with IR light. If the red light is distracting, switch to invisible mode for discreet monitoring.
No-Cost Person/Pet/Vehicle Detection – The Tapo C120 uses AI to detect people, pets, or vehicles for free. Customize alerts to focus on specific objects and reduce notifications.
Full Duplex 2-Way Audio – Talk in real time, just like a phone call, for smooth communication with delivery personnel, kids, pets, and more.
Local or Cloud Storage – Store recordings on a MicroSD card up to 512GB (not included) or via the Tapo Care Cloud subscription. [Check TP-Link FAQ for MicroSD compatibility before purchase.]
11 reviews for Tapo 2K QHD Security Camera Indoor/Outdoor, 2024 PCMag Editor’s Choice, Color Night Vision, Free Person/Pet/Vehicle Detection, Baby Monitor, Local/Cloud Storage, IP66, Dual-Spotlight, Plug-in(C120)
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Original price was: $33.99.$28.49Current price is: $28.49.
Felipe Velandia –
Reliable Security Cam with Clear Image
This camera is a great addition to my home setup, I’ve bough a couple of them, totally recommended! The image quality is crisp both day and night, and the color night vision works surprisingly well. The app is easy to use, and person and pet detection are on point. I like the built-in lights for extra visibility, and setup took just a few minutes. For the price, it’s a solid, well-made camera that gives real peace of mind.
BoughtThatOne –
Outstanding Camera, Also Excellent Software to Check Images/Recordings
I have 4 Tapo 2K C-120’s around the house which have proven to be excellent security cams for the money. Tapo has the easiest and very best software for installation and operation on a smart phone. Connectivity is excellent, cams boot right back up after power outages. Clear images and recordings are shown through window glass plus old fashioned storm window glass. One cam outside sees clearly at night. Zoom feature in live and recorded images is excellent. Using TEAMGROUP HIGH Endurance 64GB Micro SD sold by Amazon. Cams are 1.5 years old with no durability issues. This security cam is a great buy and I recommend it.
“You Are Here” –
Great inexpensive camera
For the price I think these cameras are pretty awesome. The expensive part was getting memory for each camera. I also bought extension cables for some depending on placement. They have a fair amount of features that are useful. You also have control over them. The company does offer a service similar to competitors cameras. I went with the memory on each instead. Memory is detected and sets up by itself. I have had mine for almost 2 years. Very few problems. The problem I did have was with the extension cable going out. I would recommend for DIY’ers.
Sheila I –
So far, it’s a 5*****!
Read several online reviews looking for an easy setup driveway camera to replace my 4 year old “just ok” wifi cam (that will be obsolete next month…requiring an upgrade AND a paid subscription) This Tapo unit is highly rated and is onpar or better than it’s Wyze competitor.Fairly easy app download and camera setup. I did, however, have to temporarily disable my VPN. So, if you have a “connected- no wifi” prompt, the VPN might be your issue.Overall, works great. Connects right up to my home wifi and has a nice, clear picture. A well-crafted product that’s a superior improvement over my old camera (that actually cost more $$…over 4 years ago).
Petina Properties LLC –
Great, but App will not continuously record w/o SD card
Having used other Wi-Fi cameras including Google Nest cams (and much more expensive pro & semi-pro security hardware), as well as having a career in electronic & broadcast engineering, I think I’m uniquely qualified to give this a fair unbiased review!First off it’s phenomenal for the money. Better resolution and more features than previous generation Nest cameras for a fraction of the price. While the hardware is seemingly not as durable as some competitors, at this price they’re more or less disposable!There was one surprise for me that everyone should be aware of (that if I had done a little research, I probably would have figured out before purchasing on a whim during Amazon prime days)!Unlike other services I have used, when you use the TAPO app (which I paid for a years worth upfront for 4 cams) just be aware it only streams live, and then records segments to the cloud when there is motion detected. If you want to record continuously, every cam has to have an SD card installed. The app then uses the memory locally on the SD card to playback segments (but of course is limited by the memory of the card). Then like other systems (and dash cams), it just starts rewriting over older video/audio.The app is very intuitive and functional although I would like to be able to monitor all cameras at once (which may be possible as I’ve only played with it a couple of days). Installation was a breeze and simple. Very intuitive for non-tech people.Overall, I’m extremely pleased with the performance &bfeatures.Time will tell about durability and I’m sure their app will probably get some upgrades over time. A very competitive product. I would’ve given it five stars if for the $119 for a year of 4 camera service, it would record continuously into the cloud. That way, if you have a break-in the cameras are destroyed, the full recording is remotely saved.
EW –
This camera is great!
I have previously owned other cameras, where I have it inside and point out my front window. However, this is the absolute best I have had so far!Other models require a subscription – this one doesn’t! (You can purchase an SD card that will record everything – and it holds a lot, too!) It takes a little bit to navigate the app, but I have it set up to record everything on a loop, and then identify (over the course of the whole recording) when a person passes by the field. I bought a 250GB card, and so far it has recorded 3 weeks of video. I previously had a camera that would upload to my google drive, and that only recorded up to 1 week. This video is also higher quality, and much cleaner than the old camera.Others cannot identify anything across a window – this one does! Granted this is much newer and technology has gotten TONS better over time. It will “tag” every person in the field, and then provide markers in my recording indicating when a person crossed the field. This is far more data-rich than my other cameras (across a window).As far as “night vision” – I have found that if you set it on night vision, this will not work across a window. It will only reflect a light on the window and back to the camera. However, the low light sensitivity is excellent on this camera, as it will take the low level of light on the street and boost the video signal so that it can actually see ok at night on its own. Pretty good! It isn’t as clean as my ring camera’s IR night vision, but it is still good. And definitely worth the sacrifice of not having to pay for a subscription.The one thing I would appreciate for the camera are some accessories to help extend the stand (make it taller) and make it more stable, as I currently have it balanced right at my window. But it has been doing the job, pretty well, as is.Highly recommend!
Nicolas L. –
Favorite outdoor camera yet. Clear view and colors even at night. Previously had a Wyze cam v2 and v3…. this particular one is so much better with better AI tracking in my opinion.Pros:Small, easy to install, no hidden fee, optional cloud function, USB C powered, and communicates well with other Tapo and Kasa products (lights, switches, etc)Cons:Not really good at looking through a window at night, mainly because of interior light reflections, need a power source outside because running a cable though my window all winter was a bad idea
tlenki –
Ich hatte schon mal die Kamara gekauft bin sehr zufrieden. Bei diesem Kauf habe leider eine englisch Adapter Version bekommen. Denn kann ich leider nicht benutzen für die deutschen Steckdosen 😂.
Israel –
Buena opción de camara, incluye lo que dice, único detalle es que el cable si es algo corto.
IrishDG –
Camera quality good but its connectivity with Alexa is useless always bugging and breaking. For best use use your phone.
Amazon Customer –
He comprado muchas camaras de seguridad, esta es por mucho la mejor de todas. Es muy pequeña y ligera, tiene varias formas de montarse, y ya que es magnetica, se puede montar sin necesidad de perforaciones. La imagen tambien es exepcional, es solo 2k pero tiene la mejor imagen de noche que visto en cualquier camara; como permitirte apagar el modo blanco y negro de vision nocturna (que perjudica mas que ayudar) la camara se ajusta a poca iluminacion y se ve casi como de dia y a color. Y a 560 pesos, cuesta la mitad de otras camaras que tienen mucho peor imagen.