Brilliant 3.5K Resolution Meets 360° All-Round View
With the Xiaomi Smart Camera C500, you see your home clearer than ever before. The high-resolution 6-megapixel sensor delivers breathtaking 3.5K videos (3200 x 1800 pixels) that depict every detail with razor sharpness. Zoom into recordings without losing clarity. Thanks to the dual-motor pan-tilt head, the camera covers a complete 360° horizontally and 116° vertically. This gives you a view of the entire room and allows you to inspect every corner via app control. This type of IP Cameras is the perfect solution for seamless monitoring of your living area.
Wi-Fi 6 & AI: Next-Generation Smart Security
Forget connection drops and choppy streams. As one of the few cameras in its class, the C500 is equipped with state-of-the-art Wi-Fi 6. Dual-band support (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz) ensures extremely stable and fast data transmission. Inside, a powerful AI chip works, locally and lightning-fast detecting people and pets (dogs & cats). The camera can automatically track people and only sends you a notification when it's truly relevant. This makes your 360-degree WiFi camera for pets an intelligent guardian.
Your Privacy in Focus: The MJA1 Chip & Physical Lens Cover
Security also means having control over your data. Xiaomi has equipped the C500 with a dedicated MJA1 security chip that offers financial-grade encryption. Every data transfer is protected. The absolute highlight for your privacy, however, is the physical lens cover. Activate privacy mode in the app, and the camera lens physically retracts into the housing. A secure IP camera with privacy mode that gives you the certainty that you are only seen when you want to be.
More Than Just Seeing: Two-Way Audio and Smart Integration
Stay in touch with your family or pets. Thanks to the high-quality speaker and microphone, you can have clear two-way conversations via the Xiaomi Home app. Reassure your pet or give instructions to the children, no matter where you are. The camera integrates seamlessly into your smart home and is compatible with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. Control the camera simply by voice command and connect it via Xiaomi HyperOS Connect with other devices for intelligent automations in your Network.
Strengths & Notes at a Glance
- Pro: Outstanding 3.5K image quality with 6MP sensor for maximum detail.
- Pro: Future-proof connectivity through fast and stable dual-band Wi-Fi 6.
- Pro: High level of security through MJA1 chip and unique physical lens cover.
- Pro: Powerful, local AI processing for precise person and pet detection.
- Note: Designed exclusively for indoor use, without weather protection.
- Note: Full smart home functionality unfolds best within the Xiaomi ecosystem.
Specifications & Features
| Manufacturer: | Xiaomi |
| Model: | Smart Camera C500 |
| EAN: | 6941812790861 |
| Device Class: | IP Security Camera (WLAN Client) |
| Image Sensor: | 1/2.45-inch with high light sensitivity |
| Resolution: | 6.0 Megapixels |
| Max Video Resolution: | 3.5K (3200 x 1800 Pixels) |
| Lens Aperture: | F1.6 |
| Field of View Horizontal: | 360° (Pan-Tilt Head) |
| Field of View Vertical: | 116° |
| Night Vision (Infrared): | 8x 940nm IR LEDs (no red glow) |
| Night Vision (Color): | Ultra-Low-Light Full Colour Mode |
| Video Codec: | H.265 |
| WiFi Standard: | Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax) |
| WiFi Frequency Bands: | 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz (Dual-Band) |
| Bluetooth: | Bluetooth 5.0 (for setup) |
| Security Chip: | MJA1 Security Chip |
| Encryption: | Fully encrypted transmission, AES-128 (Cloud) |
| Privacy Mode: | Physical Lens Cover (Physical Masking) |
| Audio: | Two-Way Communication (Microphone & Speaker) |
| AI Processor: | 1 TOPS Computing Power |
| AI Functions: | Person Detection, Person Tracking, Pet Detection |
| Local Storage: | microSD Card (8 GB to 256 GB) |
| Network Storage: | NAS Backup from microSD Card |
| Cloud Storage: | Optional, paid |
| Smart Home Integration: | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Xiaomi HyperOS Connect |
| Power Supply: | 5V ⎓ 2A via USB-C |
| Operating Temperature: | -10°C to 40°C |
| Dimensions: | 79 x 79 x 119 mm |
| Mounting: | Stand-alone or Ceiling Mount (Image reversible) |
Scope of Delivery
| 1 x Xiaomi Smart Camera C500 |
| 1 x USB-C Charging Cable |
| 1 x Ceiling Mount Accessories |
| 1 x User Manual |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can the Xiaomi Smart Camera C500 record without an internet connection?
Yes, if a microSD card is inserted, the camera can record continuously or upon motion detection, even if the internet connection is interrupted. However, access to recordings and the live stream is only possible via the app with an active internet connection.
Is a paid subscription required to use the camera?
No, basic functions such as live streaming, two-way audio, motion detection, and local storage on a microSD card or NAS can be used without a subscription. A paid subscription is only necessary for extended storage of recordings in the Xiaomi Cloud.
How good is the C500's night vision really?
Night vision is very powerful thanks to two technologies. The 940nm infrared LEDs ensure clear black-and-white vision in complete darkness, without disturbing red glow. Additionally, the highly sensitive sensor allows for longer capture of color images in very low ambient light.
What does 'physical lens cover' mean?
This is a privacy feature where the camera lens physically retracts upwards into the camera body on command via the app. This hardware-blocks recording, providing 100% assurance that nothing is recorded when you are at home.
Does the camera support Wi-Fi 6 also in the 5 GHz band?
Yes, the Xiaomi Smart Camera C500 is a dual-band device and supports the Wi-Fi 6 standard in both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands. This allows for flexible and high-performance integration into modern WiFi networks.
What is the MJA1 security chip?
The MJA1 is a dedicated security chip built into the camera. It protects data transmission and storage through hardware-based encryption with unique keys and certificates, offering a very high level of security.
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