TP-Link Tapo Pan/Tilt AI Home Security Wi-Fi Camera
Product Technical Specification
| Performance | |
| Type | IP security camera |
| Placement supported | Indoor |
| Connectivity technology | Wireless |
| Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) | Yes |
| Virtual assistant | Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant |
| Day/night mode | Yes |
| Infrared (IR) cut-off filter | Yes |
| Remote viewing | Yes |
| Design | |
| Mounting type | Ceiling/Wall/Desk |
| Product colour | White |
| Country of origin | China |
| Camera | |
| Camera pan control | Yes |
| Camera tilt control | Yes |
| Lens viewing angle, horizontal | 91.5 |
| Lens viewing angle, vertical | 46.1 |
| Lens viewing angle, diagonal | 109.6 |
| Image sensor | |
| Number of sensors | 1 |
| Optical sensor size | 1/2.7 |
| Progressive scan | Yes |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Lens system | |
| Zoom capability | Yes |
| Number of lenses | 1 |
| Focal length range | 4.3 |
| Maximum aperture number | 1.6 |
| Minimum aperture number | 1.6 |
| Night vision | |
| Night vision | Yes |
| Night vision distance | 12 |
| LED type | IR |
| Number of illumination LEDs | 2 |
| Infra-red wavelength | 850 |
| Video | |
| Maximum resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Total megapixels | 8 |
| Video formats supported | H.264 |
| Video compression formats | H.264 |
| Supported graphics resolutions | 3840 x 2160 |
| Supported video modes | 2160p |
| Video recording | Yes |
| Frame rate | 25 |
| Noise reduction | Yes |
| Image quality adjustment | DNR |
| Audio | |
| Built-in speaker(s) | Yes |
| Audio system | 2-way |
| Audio formats supported | RTSP |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Network | |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.11b,IEEE 802.11g,IEEE 802.11n |
| Supported network protocols | TCP/IP, DHCP, ICMP, DNS, NTP, HTTPS, TCP, UDP |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Live view | Yes |
| Storage | |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Maximum memory card size | 512 |
| Security | |
| Built-in siren | Yes |
| Siren noise level | 90 |
| Video motion detection | Yes |
| Security algorithms | 128-bit AES,SSL/TLS,WPA,WPA2-PSK,WPA3 |
| Alert notification type | Push notification,Snapshot alert message |
| Privacy protection | Yes |
| Intelligent Video Surveillance (IVS) system features | Face detection,Human detection,Line crossing detection,Pet detection,Vehicle detection |
| Management features | |
| Cloud-managed | Yes |
| Reset button | Yes |
| Management software | Tapo App |
| Power | |
| Power source type | AC,DC |
| AC input voltage | 100-240 |
| AC input frequency | 50/60 |
| Power consumption (typical) | 2.5 |
| Power consumption (max) | 8.65 |
| DC output voltage | 5 |
| DC output current | 2 |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 60 |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 90 |
| System requirements | |
| Mobile operating systems supported | iOS 11.0,Android 5.0 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 88.74 |
| Depth | 118.87 |
| Height | 74.59 |
| Weight | 220 |
| Cable length | 3 |
| Packaging data | |
| Package width | 105.5 |
| Package depth | 181.5 |
| Package height | 121.5 |
| Package weight | 580 |
| Package type | Box |
| Sustainability | |
| Compliance certificates | CE,Federal Communications Commission (FCC) |
| Packaging content | |
| Number of cameras | 1 |
| Packaging content | |
| Logistics data | |
| Customs product code (TARIC) | 8525890000 |
Delivery Options
Economy Delivery (UK)
Business Express
Pan/Tilt AI Home Security Wi-Fi Camera
Ultra-Clear 4K 8MP View
Records all of life's wonderful moments with exceptional clarity.
Enhance Your Security with Details
Offers up to 18x digital zoom, enabling you to magnify images and capture finer details with exceptional clarity. Zoom in, and see more.
Accurate Face Recognition, Fewer False Alarms
Tapo C260 boasts free and powerful Al that recognizes and tags strangers, family, and friends for easy identification. lt categorizes events based on recognized faces and supports event retrieval, enabling you to find related incidents involving strangers.
Free Local AI Processing
All facial data is processed locally instead of uploading to the cloud, ensuring your privacy and security.
Pan/Tilt View
Smooth and Instant Viewing Experience
A wide range of coverage to capture every moment
Precise Smart Motion Tracking
Always Know What Matters Most to You
When motion activity is detected, tracks and follows the individuals and pets to keep it within view.
Clear Even in Low Light
The highly-sensitive starlight sensor captures higher-quality images even in low-light conditions.
Protect Your Privacy from the Very Beginning
Enhanced Privacy Protection
Set customizable block zones to keep certain spaces from being recorded so you never need to worry about personal moments being leaked.
Maintains your privacy to the next level—with the lens physically blocked by the housing in just one tap via the Tapo App.
Smart AI Detection and Notification
Smart AI identifies faces, person, pets, and vehicles while recognizing a baby crying and other sounds, notifying users as needed.
Customizable Activity Zone
Control what alerts you receive by creating multiple custom activity zones around areas that matter.
Flexible Storage Choices
Save recorded videos on the microSD Card† (up to 512 GB) or by using Tapo Care‡ cloud storage services.
Two-Way Audio
Use crisp two-way audio to communicate with nosy roommates, family, or even mischievous pets.
Tapo Sharing
Share memorable moments or distribute access to your Tapo security devices with those who matter most.
Enjoy Easy, Friendly Setup and Mounting
Tapo app : Bluetooth Onboarding
Use Bluetooth to easily onboard the camera with the Tapo App.
New Wall-Mount Bracket
L-Shaped Mounting Bracket, supports both ceiling and wall mounting options.
| Performance | |
| Type | IP security camera |
| Placement supported | Indoor |
| Connectivity technology | Wireless |
| Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) | Yes |
| Virtual assistant | Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant |
| Day/night mode | Yes |
| Infrared (IR) cut-off filter | Yes |
| Remote viewing | Yes |
| Design | |
| Mounting type | Ceiling/Wall/Desk |
| Product colour | White |
| Country of origin | China |
| Camera | |
| Camera pan control | Yes |
| Camera tilt control | Yes |
| Lens viewing angle, horizontal | 91.5 |
| Lens viewing angle, vertical | 46.1 |
| Lens viewing angle, diagonal | 109.6 |
| Image sensor | |
| Number of sensors | 1 |
| Optical sensor size | 1/2.7 |
| Progressive scan | Yes |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Lens system | |
| Zoom capability | Yes |
| Number of lenses | 1 |
| Focal length range | 4.3 |
| Maximum aperture number | 1.6 |
| Minimum aperture number | 1.6 |
| Night vision | |
| Night vision | Yes |
| Night vision distance | 12 |
| LED type | IR |
| Number of illumination LEDs | 2 |
| Infra-red wavelength | 850 |
| Video | |
| Maximum resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Total megapixels | 8 |
| Video formats supported | H.264 |
| Video compression formats | H.264 |
| Supported graphics resolutions | 3840 x 2160 |
| Supported video modes | 2160p |
| Video recording | Yes |
| Frame rate | 25 |
| Noise reduction | Yes |
| Image quality adjustment | DNR |
| Audio | |
| Built-in speaker(s) | Yes |
| Audio system | 2-way |
| Audio formats supported | RTSP |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Network | |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.11b,IEEE 802.11g,IEEE 802.11n |
| Supported network protocols | TCP/IP, DHCP, ICMP, DNS, NTP, HTTPS, TCP, UDP |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Live view | Yes |
| Storage | |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Maximum memory card size | 512 |
| Security | |
| Built-in siren | Yes |
| Siren noise level | 90 |
| Video motion detection | Yes |
| Security algorithms | 128-bit AES,SSL/TLS,WPA,WPA2-PSK,WPA3 |
| Alert notification type | Push notification,Snapshot alert message |
| Privacy protection | Yes |
| Intelligent Video Surveillance (IVS) system features | Face detection,Human detection,Line crossing detection,Pet detection,Vehicle detection |
| Management features | |
| Cloud-managed | Yes |
| Reset button | Yes |
| Management software | Tapo App |
| Power | |
| Power source type | AC,DC |
| AC input voltage | 100-240 |
| AC input frequency | 50/60 |
| Power consumption (typical) | 2.5 |
| Power consumption (max) | 8.65 |
| DC output voltage | 5 |
| DC output current | 2 |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 60 |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 90 |
| System requirements | |
| Mobile operating systems supported | iOS 11.0,Android 5.0 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 88.74 |
| Depth | 118.87 |
| Height | 74.59 |
| Weight | 220 |
| Cable length | 3 |
| Packaging data | |
| Package width | 105.5 |
| Package depth | 181.5 |
| Package height | 121.5 |
| Package weight | 580 |
| Package type | Box |
| Sustainability | |
| Compliance certificates | CE,Federal Communications Commission (FCC) |
| Packaging content | |
| Number of cameras | 1 |
| Packaging content | |
| Logistics data | |
| Customs product code (TARIC) | 8525890000 |
Buykingston order despatch times:
We will despatch your order the very same day if we receive cleared payment by 12:00 pm Mon-Fri.
These delivery estimates apply when you order up to 12:00 pm Mon-Fri (excluding public holidays).
We charge a one off delivery cost as outlined below regardless of how many items you order or the weight of your order.
Estimated delivery times are provided to us by the respective delivery companies. We pass this information onto you, the customer.
Despatch times do not apply to UK public holidays.
Estimated delivery times are taken from the next available working day available for delivery. For example if an order was despatched on a working Wednesday by 3pm, the first available working day for delivery would be Thursday provided you placed your order by 3pm on the Wednesday. If the next available weekday is a UK bank holiday/public holiday then your order will be despatched on the next available working day.
Our warehouse reserves the right to upgrade the delivery method you select on your order.
Our available delivery options*
Contact us for a shipping quote.
*All delivery times are estimated unless stated.
Product Returns Note
Buykingston offers a simple, hassle-free returns policy. If for whatever
reason you are not happy with the item purchased, you can return it to us
within 14 days of receipt for a refund. This applies to items purchased
direct through Buykingston only.
Our 14 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee:
For items returned in resaleable condition, with all original packaging. If
an item has been opened for inspection but shows signs of use beyond that, a
deduction may apply to reflect the reduced value — see our full
Terms & Conditions
(Section 12) for details.
Some items are excluded from our money-back guarantee unless they have developed a fault. These include:
- Headphones
- Earphones
- Custom made and designed products, such as flash memory products with
custom logos on them, e.g. USB flash drives and memory cards with your own
logo
Returns FAQs
What is your returns criteria?
14 days from date of receipt, or expected date of receipt on non-tracked
items.
How do I go about returning my order?
Please contact us
via our contact page with your order number. We will provide you with an RMA
number and return instructions, including your return deadline and whether a
freepost label applies to your order.
Do I need to contact you before returning my order?
Yes, to obtain an RMA number before sending anything back.
Does my item have to include its original packaging?
Yes, to qualify for our 14 day money-back guarantee. For faulty items, we
understand you may no longer have the original packaging.
Who pays for return postage?
If your item is faulty, damaged, or not as described, we cover reasonable
return postage, or provide a freepost label where available. If you are
returning an item for another reason (including simply changing your mind),
you are responsible for return postage unless we have expressly confirmed a
freepost label in your RMA email — we recommend using a tracked and
insured service for items of significant value.
Who deals with the warranty on a faulty item?
We will. In some circumstances we may ask you to contact the manufacturer
directly for assistance.
Please ensure you have read and comply in full with Sections 11–13 of our Terms & Conditions.