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Xiaomi C500 vs Xiaomi C400

Compare video quality, night vision, storage and power.

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Xiaomi Smart Camera C500

Xiaomi Smart Camera C500

  • Operating range: −10°C to 40°C.
  • 6 MP main camera.
  • Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0.
  • Night vision: eight 940nm infrared illuminators.
  • Resolution: 6MP.
KSh 7,600Out of Stock
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Xiaomi Smart Camera C400

Xiaomi Smart Camera C400

  • Operating range: −10°C to 40°C.
  • About 318 g.
  • 4 MP main camera.
  • Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n 2.4GHz/5GHz.
  • Indoor use.
KSh 9,070In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Xiaomi Smart Camera C500 if you want a 6 MP main camera, 3200 × 1800 video and a lower price (KSh 1,470 less).

Camera

Xiaomi Smart Camera C500
6 MP main camera
Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
4 MP main camera

Connections

Xiaomi Smart Camera C500
Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n 2.4GHz/5GHz

Night vision

Xiaomi Smart Camera C500
Eight 940nm infrared illuminators, low-light colour imaging
Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
940nm infrared night vision

Resolution

Xiaomi Smart Camera C500
6MP, 3200 × 1800
Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
4MP, 2560 × 1440

Storage methods

Xiaomi Smart Camera C500
8–256GB microSD, cloud
Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
MicroSD up to 256GB, cloud

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Xiaomi Smart Camera C500

  • Higher-resolution main camera: 6 MP.
  • Higher video resolution: 3200 × 1800.
  • Lower price: KSh 7,600 (KSh 1,470 less).

Xiaomi Smart Camera C400

No clear advantage over the Xiaomi Smart Camera C500 in the published specifications. Check the detailed comparison for features that matter to you.

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Xiaomi Smart Camera C500

  • Operating range: −10°C to 40°C.
  • 6 MP main camera.
  • Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0.
  • Eight 940nm infrared illuminators, low-light colour imaging.
  • 6MP, 3200 × 1800.
  • 8–256GB microSD, cloud.
  • Human detection/tracking, cat and dog detection/tracking.

Xiaomi Smart Camera C400

  • Operating range: −10°C to 40°C.
  • 4 MP main camera.
  • Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n 2.4GHz/5GHz.
  • 940nm infrared night vision.
  • 4MP, 2560 × 1440.
  • microSD up to 256GB, cloud.
  • AI human detection/tracking, human detection disabled by default.

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Smart Camera C500Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
BrandXiaomiXiaomi
Model6793742942
Camera resolution6MP; 3200 × 18004MP; 2560 × 1440
Lens and aperturef/1.6—
Field of view360° horizontal; 116° vertical360° horizontal; 106° vertical
Night visionEight 940nm infrared illuminators; low-light colour imaging940nm infrared night vision
Detection and alertsHuman detection/tracking; cat and dog detection/tracking; enable in appAI human detection/tracking; human detection disabled by default
Two-way audioYes — from Xiaomi Home phone appYes — from Xiaomi Home phone app
Storage methods8–256GB microSD; cloud; NASmicroSD up to 256GB; cloud
Network connectivityDual-band Wi-Fi 6, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz/5GHz; Bluetooth 5.0Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n 2.4GHz/5GHz
App and system compatibilityXiaomi HomeXiaomi Home
Rated input5V DC 2A5V DC 2A
Operating temperature−10°C to 40°C−10°C to 40°C

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Smart Camera C500Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
Dimensions79 × 79 × 119mm119 × 78 × 78mm
Weight—Approximately 318g

Durability

Durability specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Smart Camera C500Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
Weather resistance—Indoor use; avoid excessive humidity and water damage

Product details

Product details specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi Smart Camera C500Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
Resolution6MP; 3200 × 18004MP; 2560 × 1440
Lens coverage360° horizontal; 116° vertical360° horizontal; 106° vertical
WirelessDual-band Wi-Fi 6, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz/5GHz; Bluetooth 5.0Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n 2.4GHz/5GHz
Storage8–256GB microSD; cloud; NASmicroSD up to 256GB; cloud
Installation / weather—Indoor use; avoid excessive humidity and water damage
Package contentscamera, power adapter, power cable, user manual, mounting template, wall mounting kit and warranty cardcamera, user manual, power cable and wall mount accessories pack

Similarities

  • Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.
  • Both use 940nm (night vision).
  • Same two-way audio: from Xiaomi Home phone app.
  • Same rated input: 5V DC 2A.
  • Both are made by Xiaomi.

In summary

Choose Smart Camera C500 for a higher-resolution main camera.

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