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TP-Link Tapo 2K Outdoor Wired Security Camera

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Amazon has TP-Link Tapo 2K Wired Outdoor Security Camera w/ Motion Detection & Night Vision (C310) on sale for $29.99. Shipping is free.

B&H Photo Video has TP-Link Tapo 2K Wired Outdoor Security Camera w/ Motion Detection & Night Vision (C310) on sale for $29.99. Shipping is free.

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Includes:
  • TP-Link Tapo C310 3MP Outdoor Wi-Fi Security Network Camera with Night Vision
  • Power Adapter
  • Mounting Template
  • Anchors & Screws
  • Waterproof Seal
  • Waterproof Cable Attachments
Features:
  • 2304 x 1296 Resolution at 15 fps
  • IR LED for Night Vision to 98'
  • 3.89mm Fixed Lens
  • 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi Connectivity
  • Two-Way Audio & Siren
  • Supports microSD Cards up to 128GB
  • Tapo App for iOS & Android
  • Use with Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant
  • IP66 Rated for Outdoor Use

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  • About this product:
    • Rating of 4.4 from over 3,300 Amazon customer reviews.
    • Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
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Amazon has TP-Link Tapo 2K Wired Outdoor Security Camera w/ Motion Detection & Night Vision (C310) on sale for $29.99. Shipping is free.

B&H Photo Video has TP-Link Tapo 2K Wired Outdoor Security Camera w/ Motion Detection & Night Vision (C310) on sale for $29.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Blue_Ranger for finding this deal.

Includes:
  • TP-Link Tapo C310 3MP Outdoor Wi-Fi Security Network Camera with Night Vision
  • Power Adapter
  • Mounting Template
  • Anchors & Screws
  • Waterproof Seal
  • Waterproof Cable Attachments
Features:
  • 2304 x 1296 Resolution at 15 fps
  • IR LED for Night Vision to 98'
  • 3.89mm Fixed Lens
  • 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi Connectivity
  • Two-Way Audio & Siren
  • Supports microSD Cards up to 128GB
  • Tapo App for iOS & Android
  • Use with Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant
  • IP66 Rated for Outdoor Use

Editor's Notes

Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 4.4 from over 3,300 Amazon customer reviews.
    • Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
  • About this store:
  • Additional Note:

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Written by Blue_Ranger

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bobfatherx
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I bought 3 of these because I was took lazy to pull Ethernet cable to replace some old coax cams. Here's an unbiased and honest review:

Pros:
Easy to install and set up. Wireless connection has been stable. The cameras are fully compatible with Scrypted, which can be run on a Raspberry Pi (or other low-powered computer) and can integrate the cameras into HomeKit (HKSV). Picture quality at 2k is fine. Cameras are very cheap!

Cons:
Cameras have poor average bitrate; many users on the Tapo forum have complained about this, but fast motion can cause the video to become blurry. Night vision isn't great.

Other:
If you have privacy concerns about these cameras, you can set them up in the Tapo app and then completely block the cameras from the internet, if your router allows for it. You will still be able to view them locally in the app, and you will probably still get notifications, but once you disconnect from your local network, the cameras will be inaccessible to you or anyone else. If you use Scrypted to pipe the cameras into HomeKit, you can block access to Tapo but still be able to view the cameras remotely through HomeKit.

I would buy again, but only because they're cheap. I did not go with the Starlight version of these cams because of them needing the always-on light to achieve acceptable night vision. Also, the starlight version of these cams suffers from the same low bitrate issues as most other Tapo cams.
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2k > 1080p
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mozmoz1
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Thought about it, but I don't need another app for my cameras.
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Mar 20, 2023 8:44 PM
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mja28Mar 20, 2023 8:44 PM
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For a split of a second I thought its the one with "Starlight Sensor"
Mar 20, 2023 8:49 PM
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TravisT7776Mar 20, 2023 8:49 PM
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Quote from mja28 View quoted comment :
For a split of a second I thought its the one with "Starlight Sensor"
Agreed been waiting for the 320
Mar 21, 2023 4:50 PM
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cantstoplookingMar 21, 2023 4:50 PM
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This is the only company that uses screws to access the reset and sd card panel………
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Mar 22, 2023 2:39 PM
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Mar 22, 2023 4:05 PM
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ElatedHealth6110Mar 22, 2023 4:05 PM
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How is the app?
Mar 22, 2023 7:15 PM
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mozmoz1Mar 22, 2023 7:15 PM
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Thought about it, but I don't need another app for my cameras.
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Mar 22, 2023 7:28 PM
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EasypriceMar 22, 2023 7:28 PM
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For a second I thought it was HomeKit compatible…

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Mar 22, 2023 8:17 PM
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JoshA3422Mar 22, 2023 8:17 PM
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been 30 since the beginning of the year...
Mar 23, 2023 11:22 AM
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bobfatherxMar 23, 2023 11:22 AM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank

I bought 3 of these because I was took lazy to pull Ethernet cable to replace some old coax cams. Here's an unbiased and honest review:

Pros:
Easy to install and set up. Wireless connection has been stable. The cameras are fully compatible with Scrypted, which can be run on a Raspberry Pi (or other low-powered computer) and can integrate the cameras into HomeKit (HKSV). Picture quality at 2k is fine. Cameras are very cheap!

Cons:
Cameras have poor average bitrate; many users on the Tapo forum have complained about this, but fast motion can cause the video to become blurry. Night vision isn't great.

Other:
If you have privacy concerns about these cameras, you can set them up in the Tapo app and then completely block the cameras from the internet, if your router allows for it. You will still be able to view them locally in the app, and you will probably still get notifications, but once you disconnect from your local network, the cameras will be inaccessible to you or anyone else. If you use Scrypted to pipe the cameras into HomeKit, you can block access to Tapo but still be able to view the cameras remotely through HomeKit.

I would buy again, but only because they're cheap. I did not go with the Starlight version of these cams because of them needing the always-on light to achieve acceptable night vision. Also, the starlight version of these cams suffers from the same low bitrate issues as most other Tapo cams.
Last edited by bobfatherx March 23, 2023 at 04:24 AM.
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Mar 23, 2023 6:55 PM
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StrongTank1640Mar 23, 2023 6:55 PM
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Will the app mark "motion events" in the app when doing 24/7 recording to sd card? Eufy used to but that the features broke.
Mar 24, 2023 1:20 AM
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briansnicknameMar 24, 2023 1:20 AM
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Will the app mark "motion events" in the app when doing 24/7 recording to sd card? Eufy used to but that the features broke.
Yes, it does. This is how I have mine set up and I appreciate the event markings in the timeline
Mar 24, 2023 12:58 PM
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gryhndMar 24, 2023 12:58 PM
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Quote from bobfatherx View quoted comment :
I did not go with the Starlight version of these cams because of them needing the always-on light to achieve acceptable night vision.
Did you try the Starlight though? I have 4 of them. Two indoors in equipment areas (not lit), and two outdoors watching the driveway and entrance. I have zero complaints about night vision with just the IR and I live in a rural area with no streetlights. The "spotlight" feature can be activated if motion is detected and you want full color but I find the IR has better reach.
Mar 24, 2023 1:21 PM
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bobfatherxMar 24, 2023 1:21 PM
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Quote from gryhnd View quoted comment :
Did you try the Starlight though? I have 4 of them. Two indoors in equipment areas (not lit), and two outdoors watching the driveway and entrance. I have zero complaints about night vision with just the IR and I live in a rural area with no streetlights. The "spotlight" feature can be activated if motion is detected and you want full color but I find the IR has better reach.
I did not try the Starlight cameras (320). Reviews I read indicated that the IR performance on the 310 and 320 were very similar, but that the full-color night vision on the 320 was worse than its IR, even with the full-color spotlight. I figured since I'd want the extended range of IR, and because the 310 was ~40% cheaper, I'd just go with the 310.

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