Xiaomi Smart Camera C500

Description

3.5K UHD (3200 × 1800) | 360° Pan / 116° Tilt | Flagship AI Chip with Human & Pet Tracking | Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 | Physical Privacy Masking | Colour Night Vision

Quick Specs

• See every detail in 3.5K ultra-HD clarity, day or night
• Keep watch across the whole room with 360° horizontal and 116° vertical coverage
• Get instant alerts with AI-powered human and pet detection and tracking
• Protect your privacy with a lens that physically tucks away into the body
• Connect faster and stream more smoothly over dual-band Wi-Fi 6

3.5K Ultra-HD Imaging That Captures Every Detail

The Xiaomi Smart Camera C500 keeps homes across South Africa under a sharp, watchful eye with 3.5K ultra-HD resolution (3200 × 1800). As Xiaomi’s first 6MP indoor camera, it pairs a professional-grade 6P high-transparency optical lens with an f/1.6 large aperture and WDR to reproduce every detail in vivid, true-to-life clarity — so faces, movement and fine detail all come through crisply.

Bright, Full-Colour Footage Even in Low Light

A 1/2.45-inch ultra-large BSI image sensor gives the C500 an expansive, highly light-sensitive surface, so it handles dim evening conditions with ease and keeps producing rich, full-colour images long after the sun goes down. When it’s truly dark, eight 940nm infrared fill lights deliver detailed night vision without any visible red glow — so a sleeping child or pet is never disturbed.

Flagship AI Chip for Smarter Detection and Tracking

At the heart of the camera is a flagship AI chip with 1T of computing power, handling fast, accurate recognition locally on the device. It detects and tracks both people and pets (cats and dogs), sending prompt notifications straight to your phone and automatically following the action before returning to its set gimbal position. A local algorithm keeps detection quick and accurate while minimising false alarms.

Built-In Privacy and Bank-Grade Security

Privacy is protected from the source. The C500 supports physical masking — the lens physically tucks up into the body to block its view, and you can set timed or scheduled masking to suit your routine. Inside, a dedicated MJA1 security chipset gives every camera a unique key and certificate, with multi-layer cloud encryption safeguarding your footage with financial-grade protection.

Fast, Flexible and Effortless Smart-Home Control

Dual-band 2.4GHz + 5GHz Wi-Fi 6 with OFDMA keeps connections fast and stable for smooth high-definition playback. The dual-motor pan-tilt design gives you 360° horizontal and 116° vertical coverage, controllable right from your smartphone. It works with Xiaomi HyperOS Connect for seamless smart-home routines — including auto-hiding the lens when you arrive home — supports two-way voice calls, and responds to Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for hands-free viewing. Footage can be saved in three ways: microSD card (8GB–256GB), cloud storage or NAS, with efficient H.265 encoding to save space.

FEATURES:

• 3.5K ultra-HD resolution (3200 × 1800), Xiaomi’s first 6MP indoor camera
• 6P high-transparency optical lens with f/1.6 large aperture and WDR
• 1/2.45-inch ultra-large BSI image sensor for strong low-light, full-colour imaging
• Eight 940nm infrared fill lights for enhanced night vision with no visible red glow
• Flagship AI chip with 1T computing power for fast, accurate local recognition
• Human and pet detection and tracking (cats and dogs) with smartphone alerts
• Auto return to gimbal position after tracking
• 360° horizontal and 116° vertical pan-tilt coverage (dual-motor design)
• Dual-band 2.4GHz + 5GHz Wi-Fi 6 with OFDMA for faster, more stable connections
• MJA1 security chipset with a unique key and certificate per device
• Multi-layer cloud encryption for secure data transfers
• Physical privacy masking with timed and scheduled options
• Xiaomi HyperOS Connect support, including “I’m Home” auto lens hiding
• Two-way voice calls via Xiaomi Home
• Voice control with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
• H.265 encoding for smoother playback and reduced storage use
• Three storage modes: microSD card, cloud storage and NAS
• Supports inverted/ceiling mounting

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Resolution: 3200 × 1800 (6MP)
• Image Sensor: 1/2.45-inch BSI
• Lens: 6P, f/1.6 aperture
• Field of View: 360° horizontal, 116° vertical
• Night Vision: 8 × 940nm infrared fill lights
• Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz/5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0
• Storage: microSD card (8GB–256GB supported), cloud storage and NAS
• Video Encoding: H.265
• Compatibility: Android 8 & iOS 12.0 or above
• Power Port: USB Type-C
• Rated Input: 5V⎓2A
• Operating Temperature: -10°C to 40°C
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 × 7.9 × 11.9 cm

WHAT’S IN THE BOX:

• Xiaomi Smart Camera C500 x1
• Power Adapter x1
• Charging Cable x1
• User Manual x1
• Wall Mounting Kit x1

Why Xiaomi?

Xiaomi designs smart, beautifully simple technology that makes everyday life safer and more connected, and the Smart Camera C500 is a standout example — flagship imaging, intelligent monitoring and thoughtful privacy in one compact, easy-to-use device. For South African households looking for a dependable smart home security camera with genuine peace of mind, it’s an easy choice, backed by Xiaomi’s global reputation for quality and value.