TP-Link Tapo C236 3K 5MP Indoor/Outdoor Home Security Wi-Fi Camera
Flexible Indoor and Outdoor Security With 3K 5MP Clarity.
The TP-Link Tapo C236 is a compact indoor and outdoor pan/tilt security Wi-Fi camera designed for flexible home monitoring. With 3K 5MP resolution, colour night vision with spotlights, person, pet and vehicle detection, motion tracking and IP65 water and dust resistance, it provides reliable protection for living areas, entrances, patios, garages and covered outdoor spaces. The camera supports two-way audio, custom activity zones, block zones for privacy and local microSD storage up to 512GB. With Wi-Fi connectivity, smart assistant support and multiple mounting options, the Tapo C236 is a versatile security camera for everyday monitoring.
Features
- 3K 5MP Live View - Captures clear, detailed footage at 2880 × 1620 resolution
- Indoor and Outdoor Placement - Suitable for flexible monitoring around the home
- Pan/Tilt Monitoring - Helps follow motion and monitor wider areas
- Colour Night Vision - Built-in spotlights reveal colour detail at night
- Person, Pet and Vehicle Detection - Reduces unnecessary alerts with smart AI detection
- Motion Detection and Tracking - Automatically follows detected motion
- Line-Crossing Detection - Sends alerts when movement crosses a selected boundary
- Baby Cry Detection - Helps monitor indoor spaces with smarter sound-based alerts
- Activity Zones - Focus alerts on selected areas that matter most
- Customisable Block Zones - Helps keep private areas from being monitored
- Sound and Light Alarm - Triggers warning lights and siren when motion is detected
- Two-Way Audio - Built-in microphone and speaker allow real-time communication
- Local and Cloud Storage - Supports microSD cards up to 512GB or optional Tapo Care cloud storage
- IP65 Water and Dust Resistance - Built for indoor and outdoor use
- Smart Home Compatible - Works with Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa and Samsung SmartThings
- Multiple Installation Options - Supports tabletop, wall-mounted and ceiling-mounted installation
Specifications
- Maximum Resolution: 3K 5MP, 2880 × 1620px
- Image Sensor: 1/2.7" Progressive Scan CMOS Starlight Sensor
- Lens Focal Length: 4mm
- Aperture: F1.6
- Field of View: 105° Diagonal, 88° Horizontal, 46° Vertical
- Night Vision: 850nm IR LED, Up to 12m
- Colour Night Vision: Supported
- Lighting: Built-In Spotlights
- Day/Night Switch: IR-Cut Filter with Auto-Switching
- Frame Rate: 30fps
- Video Compression: H.264
- Image Enhancement: 3DNR, WDR
- Audio: Built-In Microphone and Speaker
- Audio Communication: Two-Way Audio with Noise Cancellation
- Siren Volume: 99dB at 10cm
- AI Detection: Motion, Person, Pet, Vehicle, Baby Cry and Tamper Detection
- Line-Crossing Detection: Supported
- Activity Zones: Supported
- Local Storage: microSD Card Slot, Up to 512GB
- Cloud Storage: Tapo Care Cloud Storage Services
- Network Connectivity: Wi-Fi Only
- Wireless Connectivity: 2.4GHz Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Standard: IEEE 802.11b/g/n
- RTSP: Supported
- ONVIF: Supported
- Security: On-Device Machine Learning, 128-Bit AES Encryption with SSL/TLS, WPA/WPA2-PSK
- Smart Integration: Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa and Samsung SmartThings
- Weather Resistance: IP65
- Mounting Options: Tabletop, Wall-Mounted and Ceiling-Mounted
- Dimensions: 105.3 × 77.8 × 69.8mm
- Weight: 220g
- Operating Temperature: -20~50°C
- Power Source: 5V DC Power Adapter
- Input Voltage: 100~240V, 50/60Hz
- Output Voltage: 5V 1A, USB Type-A Port
- Power Cable: USB Type-A to Type-C Cable
- Power Cable Length: 2m
- Typical Power Consumption: 3.4W
- Maximum Power Consumption: 4.7W
Notes
- microSD card is purchased separately
- Tapo Care cloud storage requires a subscription
