TP-Link Tapo C465
pros and cons
- The camera supports 4K video capture and color night vision with a spotlight.
- It’s a dual-band Wi-Fi camera.
- It features local storage via a microSD card up to 512 GB.
- It’s currently available for $100 (29% off).
- The field of view is comparatively limited, at 135 degrees diagonal.
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Installing and using the C465
The C465 has a magnetic mount for quick installation that’s similar to the Google Nest Outdoor camera’s mount. The magnetic base makes it easy to grab the camera and recharge it if you don’t get enough sunlight to keep it powered. Because the Tapo C465 is solar-powered, it’s a truly wireless camera that doesn’t require any nearby plugs or complicated installation. You don’t have to mount a second accessory or run a cable to the camera.
Image quality
The C465’s 4K resolution ensures that it captures the same details my most expensive security cameras do, and it’s a $100 camera right now (29% off). Its image quality is better than that of any Ring camera I’ve tested, and it is a perfect companion to the $220 Eufy Security Floodlight Camera E340, which covers the other side of my yard.
If you don’t want to worry about wired installation or pay monthly fees, you can’t go wrong with the C465.