TP-LINK TAPO - Tapo C260 - 4K 8MP Pan/Tilt AI Home Security Wi-Fi Camera

Tapo C260 — TP-Link Tapo 4K 8MP Pan/Tilt AI Home Security Wi-Fi Camera

The TP-Link Tapo C260 is an indoor pan/tilt Wi-Fi camera with 4K 8MP (3840 × 2160) resolution, 18x digital zoom, dual-band 2.4 and 5 GHz Wi-Fi and on-device AI including facial recognition, person, pet and vehicle detection. Everything is set up and viewed in the Tapo app.

What the Tapo C260 is for

The Tapo C260 is for watching a whole room from one camera at home or in a small office. You can pan and tilt it from the Tapo app, and it can follow movement around the room. Browse the rest of our Tapo smart cameras, or for a wired, NVR-based system for a business see our TP-Link VIGI CCTV range.

Key features

• Resolution: 4K 8MP (3840 × 2160 px)
• Lens: Focal Length: 4.3 mm; Aperture: F1.6; Field of View: 109.6° (Diagonal), 91.5° (Horizontal), 46.1° (Vertical)
• Night vision: 850 nm IR LEDs (40 ft / 12 m)
• Detection: Facial Recognition; Motion detection; Person detection; Vehicle Detection; Pet Detection; Line-crossing Detection; Tamper detection; Baby Cry Detection; Cat Meow Detection; Dog Bark Detection; Glass Breaking Detection
• Audio: Two-Way Audio with Noise Cancellation; siren 90 dB (Level measured at 4-inch/10-cm distance)
• Storage: MicroSD Card Slot on Camera (Up to 512 GB); Tapo Care Cloud Storage Services (Subscription required)
• Network: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, 2.4 & 5 GHz Wi-Fi
• Power: 5V DC Power Adapter
• Works with Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings
• RTSP: Yes; ONVIF: Yes

Full specification

What you will need

• A 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz Wi-Fi network with a good signal where the camera will go.
• The free Tapo app on an iOS or Android phone.
• A microSD card for local recording (fitted in the camera, up to 512 GB; not in the box), or an optional Tapo Care cloud subscription.
• A mains socket within reach of the supplied power adapter.

Buying from Zenith Security Co.

We are a supplier, not an installer. We will go through the Tapo C260 with you before you buy, including Wi-Fi coverage at the mounting spot and storage options, and depending on your requirements and your area we can point you towards a qualified trade installer. We have been trading since 2012 and hold stock at our Wolverhampton trade counter.

Does the Tapo C260 need a subscription?

No. It records to a microSD card in the camera (up to 512 GB, card not included) without a subscription. Tapo Care cloud storage is optional and needs a subscription.

Can the Tapo C260 be used outdoors?

It is designed for indoor use. TP-Link give no weather rating, and the operating temperature is 0 °C ~ 40 °C (32 °F ~ 104 °F ).

How is the Tapo C260 powered?

5V DC Power Adapter; 5 V, 2 A (Type-A Port).

Does the Tapo C260 work with Alexa or Google?

Yes. It works with Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa and Samsung SmartThings.

Can I add the Tapo C260 to an NVR?

Yes. TP-Link list RTSP and ONVIF support, so its video stream can be added to compatible third-party recorders. Smart detection features are managed in the Tapo app.

How quickly can I get it?

Stocked items are dispatched for delivery within 1-3 working days to England, Scotland and Wales. We do not ship to Northern Ireland.

Can I collect or see one before buying?

Yes. Our trade counter is at Unit 3, Park View Centre, 243 Dudley Road, Wolverhampton WV2 3JU. Call 01902 902251 first so we can confirm it is there for you.

Questions on setup or compatibility: call 01902 902251, see our FAQ or support pages, or contact us. Browse the full TP-Link range.

Official TP-Link VAR Partner: Zenith Security Co is listed on TP-Link's UK where-to-buy page as a VAR Partner, so this is genuine UK-supplied TP-Link equipment. See our full TP-Link range.