Features
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C500
- Operating range: −10°C to 40°C
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C301
- Operating range: −10°C to 45°C
Smart camera comparison
Xiaomi C500 vs Xiaomi C301
Compare video quality, night vision, storage and power.
01Selected  Xiaomi Smart Camera C500
KSh 7,600Out of Stock | 02  Xiaomi Smart Camera C301
KSh 6,790In Stock |
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Xiaomi Smart Camera C100KSh 4,410
Xiaomi Smart Camera C701 (UK)KSh 10,200
Our quick verdict
Choose the Xiaomi Smart Camera C500 if you want a 6 MP main camera, 3200 × 1800 video and dual-band Wi-Fi. Choose the Xiaomi Smart Camera C301 if you want a lower price (KSh 810 less).
Camera
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C500
- 6 MP main camera
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C301
- 3 MP main camera
Connections
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C500
- Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C301
- Wi-Fi 6
Night vision
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C500
- Eight 940nm infrared illuminators, low-light colour imaging
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C301
- Six infrared illuminators with no visible red glow
Resolution
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C500
- 6MP, 3200 × 1800
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C301
- 3MP, 2304 × 1296
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Xiaomi Smart Camera C500
- Higher-resolution main camera: 6 MP.
- Higher video resolution: 3200 × 1800.
- Dual-band Wi-Fi.
Xiaomi Smart Camera C301
- Lower price: KSh 6,790 (KSh 810 less).
What matters most to you?
8 priorities selected.
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.
- Yes, from Xiaomi Home phone app.
- Human detection/tracking, cat and dog detection/tracking.
- 5V DC 2A.
Xiaomi Smart Camera C301
- Operating range: −10°C to 45°C.
- 3 MP main camera.
- Wi-Fi 6.
- Six infrared illuminators with no visible red glow.
- 3MP, 2304 × 1296.
- Yes, through Xiaomi Home.
- Local AI human detection and notifications.
- 5V DC 1A.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Xiaomi Smart Camera C500 | Xiaomi Smart Camera C301 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Xiaomi | Xiaomi |
| Model | 67937 | 57268 |
| Camera resolution | 6MP; 3200 × 1800 | 3MP; 2304 × 1296 |
| Lens and aperture | f/1.6 | — |
| Field of view | 360° horizontal; 116° vertical | 360° horizontal; 107° vertical |
| Night vision | Eight 940nm infrared illuminators; low-light colour imaging | Six infrared illuminators with no visible red glow; low-light colour imaging |
| Detection and alerts | Human detection/tracking; cat and dog detection/tracking; enable in app | Local AI human detection and notifications |
| Two-way audio | Yes — from Xiaomi Home phone app | Yes — through Xiaomi Home |
| Storage methods | 8–256GB microSD; cloud; NAS | 8–256GB microSD; cloud |
| Network connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi 6, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz/5GHz; Bluetooth 5.0 | Wi-Fi 6, IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ax 2.4GHz |
| App and system compatibility | Xiaomi Home | Xiaomi Home; Android 8.0 or iOS 12.0 and later |
| Rated input | 5V DC 2A | 5V DC 1A |
| Operating temperature | −10°C to 40°C | −10°C to 45°C |
Design
| Specification | Xiaomi Smart Camera C500 | Xiaomi Smart Camera C301 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 79 × 79 × 119mm | 78 × 76 × 115mm |
Durability
| Specification | Xiaomi Smart Camera C500 | Xiaomi Smart Camera C301 |
|---|---|---|
| Weather resistance | — | Indoor use; avoid excessive humidity and water exposure |
Product details
| Specification | Xiaomi Smart Camera C500 | Xiaomi Smart Camera C301 |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 6MP; 3200 × 1800 | 3MP; 2304 × 1296 |
| Lens coverage | 360° horizontal; 116° vertical | 360° horizontal; 107° vertical |
| Wireless | Dual-band Wi-Fi 6, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz/5GHz; Bluetooth 5.0 | — |
| Storage | 8–256GB microSD; cloud; NAS | 8–256GB microSD; cloud |
| Package contents | camera, power adapter, power cable, user manual, mounting template, wall mounting kit and warranty card | camera, charging cable, manual, screws and mounting base, warranty notice and mounting template sticker; power adapter purchased separately |
| Connection | — | Wi-Fi 6, IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ax 2.4GHz |
| Power | — | 5V DC 1A |
| Weather / installation | — | Indoor use; avoid excessive humidity and water exposure |
| Temperature | — | −10°C to 45°C |
Similarities
- Both support Wi-Fi 6.
- Both are made by Xiaomi.
In summary
Choose Smart Camera C500 for a higher-resolution main camera and dual-band Wi-Fi; Smart Camera C301 is the cheaper choice if you do not need a higher-resolution main camera.
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