TP-Link Tapo C560WS 4K Outdoor Pan/Tilt Wi-Fi Camera
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TP-Link Tapo C560WS 4K Outdoor Pan/Tilt Wi-Fi Camera
The TP-Link Tapo C560WS 4K Outdoor Pan/Tilt Wi-Fi Camera is built for homeowners and small-business owners who want comprehensive outdoor surveillance without blind spots. It combines full 360° pan and 140° tilt with AI-powered tracking, facial recognition, and Wi-Fi 6 dual-band connectivity to keep watch around the clock in any weather.
Why this product
4K 8MP resolution with F1.6 aperture
At 3840 × 2160 with an F1.6 aperture and 18x digital zoom, it captures fine details like license plates and faces clearly even at a distance.
360° pan and 140° tilt with AI tracking
The motorised pan/tilt head automatically locks onto moving subjects and follows them, keeping important activity centred in the frame.
Starlight color night vision up to 30 m
A large-format starlight sensor combined with built-in spotlights produces full-colour footage in low light, making details easier to identify after dark.
Free AI detection for people, vehicles and pets
On-device machine learning filters out irrelevant motion and sends alerts only when a person, vehicle or pet is detected — no subscription needed for this feature.
Facial recognition processed locally
It distinguishes family, friends and strangers and logs recognition reports; all facial data is processed on the device rather than uploaded to the cloud.
Wi-Fi 6 dual-band and IP66 weatherproof
IEEE 802.11ax support on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz provides a stable connection, while IP66 rating keeps the camera running through rain, snow and dust.
- Resolution4K 8MP (3840 × 2160)
- Pan / Tilt360° Pan / 140° Tilt
- Night Vision RangeUp to 30 m (98 ft)
- Wi-FiWi-Fi 6, Dual-Band 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
- Weather ResistanceIP66
- Local StoragemicroSD up to 512 GB (sold separately)
- Digital Zoom18x
- Power12 V DC, 3 m cord
- SKUTPL-1392
- EAN1210002602686
- Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control.
- Compatible with Samsung SmartThings for smart-home integration.
- Managed via the Tapo app on iOS 12.0+ and Android 5.0+.
- Supports RTSP and ONVIF protocols for integration with third-party NVR systems.
- Local storage requires a microSD card up to 512 GB, sold separately; cloud storage requires a Tapo Care subscription.
- 5 GHz Wi-Fi band offers more bandwidth but shorter range than 2.4 GHz — placement near the router is recommended when using 5 GHz.
Best for
- Wide-area outdoor monitoring — 360° pan/tilt with AI auto-tracking means a single camera covers an entire yard, driveway or car park without manual adjustment.
- Detail-critical use cases — 4K resolution, 18x digital zoom and F1.6 aperture make it practical for reading licence plates or recognising faces at distance.
- Night-time surveillance — the starlight sensor and built-in spotlights produce colour footage up to 30 m in low light, where many cameras switch to black and white.
- Homes with smart-speaker ecosystems — native integration with Alexa, Google Assistant and SmartThings means it slots into an existing voice-controlled setup without a hub.
- Harsh-climate installations — an operating temperature range of -30 °C to 60 °C and IP66 weatherproofing suit exposed locations subject to extreme cold, heat or wet.
Trade-offs
- Battery-powered or wire-free setups — it requires a 12 V DC power adapter with a 3 m cord, so a nearby outdoor power point is essential.
- Buyers who want unlimited 24/7 cloud recording without a subscription — continuous cloud storage requires a paid Tapo Care plan; free cloud features are limited.
- Indoor-only installations — the motorised pan/tilt and weatherproof housing add size and cost (147.4 × 74.7 × 157.4 mm, 453 g) that is unnecessary for a compact indoor camera.
- Users who need unlimited daily auto-scans — the number of automatic 360° scans and recordings is limited per day by design.
Tapo Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera, 4K Ultimate View, Facial Recognition, Free Person/Vehicle/Pet AI Detection, 360° AI Tracking, Starlight Color Night Vision, 24/7 Continuous Monitoring, Wi-Fi 6 2.4/5 GHz Dual-Band Connection, IP66 Weatherproof Camera, Local and Cloud Storage, Works with Alexa and Google
Keeps Activity Front and Center: 360° pan and tilt coverage automatically locks onto and follows movement. Important events stay in frame.
Smarter Alerts, Fewer Distractions: AI-powered detection identifies people, vehicles, and pets that come into frame, reducing unnecessary notifications from irrelevant activity.
Instantly Recognize Familiar Faces◇: Distinguishes between family, friends, and strangers for more meaningful notifications.
Color Night Vision: The starlight sensor and built-in spotlights helps provide colorful nighttime footage, making it easier to see important details after dark.
Tapo 4K cameras deliver sharper, more detailed live views, making them perfect for capturing finer details like license plates, human faces and moving objects.
Equipped with 18x digital zoom and an F1.6 aperture, Tapo C560WS captures sharper details and high-quality recordings to enable precise detection with the ability to magnify images for remarkable clarity.
The camera boasts free and powerful Al that recognizes and tags strangers, family, and friends for easy identification, reducing overall notifications to the ones that matter. All facial data is processed locally without cloud uploads, ensuring privacy and security.◇
Manage faces of familiars and strangers captured by your camera. View recognition report to learn about recognition distribution in past days. Track clips of specific person or pet to know detailed activities. Get instant and target access to critical moments. View smart play back with detailed face and event records.
The IP66-rated Tapo C560WS is always ready to protect, come rain, snow or shine.
Engage in real-time conversations with the two-way audio feature, designed for exceptional sound clarity.
Use voice commands with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for hands-free control.
Use Bluetooth to easily onboard the camera with the Tapo App. Wi-Fi onboarding is also available.
Use the included mounting bracket and screws to effortlessly install onto walls.
*The number of automatic 360° scans and recordings is limited per day.
△5 GHz band has more bandwidth but has decreased Wi-Fi range compared to 2.4 GHz band.
General
| Brand | TP-Link |
|---|---|
| Model | Tapo C560WS |
| Dimensions | 147.4 × 74.7 × 157.4 mm (5.8 × 2.94 × 6.2 in), bracket excluded |
| Weight | 453 g (15.98 oz) |
| Mounting Options | Wall-mounted, Ceiling-mounted, Pole-mounted |
| Operating Temperature | -30 °C to 60 °C (-22 °F to 140 °F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% – 90% RH, non-condensing |
| In the Box | Camera, DC power adapter, mounting template sticker, mounting bracket, mounting anchors and screws, bracket screws ×2, waterproof seal, waterproof cable attachments, quick start guide |
Camera & Optics
| Resolution | 4K 8MP (3840 × 2160) |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | 1/2.7" Progressive Scan CMOS Starlight Sensor |
| Focal Length | 4 mm ± 5% |
| Aperture | F1.6 ± 5% |
| Field of View | 105° diagonal, 88° horizontal, 45° vertical |
| Digital Zoom | 18x |
| Video Codec | H.264 |
| Frame Rate | 25 fps |
| Pan / Tilt | 360° Pan / 140° Tilt |
| Night Vision | IR LEDs up to 30 m (98 ft); Starlight Color Night Vision with spotlights |
Connectivity & Storage
| Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6) |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Bands | Dual-Band 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz |
| Local Storage | microSD card up to 512 GB (sold separately) |
| Cloud Storage | Tapo Care (subscription required) |
| Protocols | TCP/IP, DHCP, ICMP, DNS, NTP, HTTPS, TCP, UDP, RTSP, ONVIF |
| Security | On-device machine learning; 128-bit AES encryption with SSL/TLS; WPA/WPA2-PSK/WPA3 |
| App Compatibility | iOS 12.0+ and Android 5.0+ |
| Smart Integration | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Samsung SmartThings |
Power & Audio
| Power Source | 12 V DC power adapter; input 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz; output 12 V, 1 A |
|---|---|
| Power Cord Length | 3 m |
| Typical Power Consumption | 2.5 W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 11.5 W |
| Two-Way Audio | Yes, with noise cancellation |
| Weather Resistance | IP66 |
Shipping
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Returns
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- Refunds are available within 45 days of delivery.
- After the 45-day period you are no longer eligible for a refund, so we encourage you to try the product within the first few weeks to make sure it fits your needs.