Tapo’s new smart security camera packs PTZ and dual lenses into a tiny design

TP-Link has unveiled the new Tapo C245D indoor smart security camera, and despite its compact size, it features two 2K lenses. Much like some of TP-Link’s other best security cameras, it also features dual pan and tilt capabilities, allowing it to monitor multiple areas of a room at the same time.

One of the most interesting additions to the cameras is Synchronized Smart Tracking. This means when the fixed wide-angle lens detects movement, the smaller motorised telephoto lens automatically pans across to follow it in more detail. It’s a clever setup that essentially gives users both coverage and close-up tracking in a single device.

The Tapo C245D is available now with an RRP of £64.99, although it’s currently reduced to £49.99 via TP-Link’s website as a launch offer. It’s also priced at €59.95 in Europe and $62.90 in the US.

As mentioned, the dual-lens system combines a 3.1mm wide-angle lens with a 122-degree field of view for general monitoring, alongside a 6mm telephoto lens designed to capture finer details. It also has built-in AI detection, which can distinguish between people, pets, vehicles and even crying babies, with customisable alerts available via the Tapo app.

In terms of coverage, the camera offers a 340-degree pan and 70-degree tilt range, giving you near full-room visibility. It also includes infrared night vision up to 12 metres, as well as two-way audio with noise cancellation if you want to communicate through the camera.

For storage, users can use a microSD card (up to 512GB) for local recording, or opt for TP-Link’s Tapo Care cloud service, which adds features like a 30-day video history and encrypted backups via subscription.