Features
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C300
- Operating range: −10°C to 40°C
- Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW300
- Operating range: −30°C to 60°C; adapter −30°C to 45°C
Camera comparison
Xiaomi Smart C300 vs Xiaomi Outdoor CW300
Compare video quality, night vision, storage and power.
01Selected  Xiaomi Smart Camera C300
KSh 7,310Out of Stock | 02  Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW300
KSh 9,110In Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Xiaomi Smart Camera C300 if you want a lower price (KSh 1,800 less). Choose the Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW300 if you want a 4 MP main camera and 1440p video.
Camera
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C300
- 3 MP main camera
- Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW300
- 4 MP main camera
Night vision
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C300
- Infrared night vision, low-light colour imaging
- Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW300
- Two 850nm infrared lights and two white lights
Resolution
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C300
- 3MP, 2304 × 1296
- Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW300
- 4MP, 2560 × 1440
Storage methods
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C300
- MicroSD up to 256GB, NAS backup
- Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW300
- 8–256GB microSD, cloud
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Xiaomi Smart Camera C300
- Lower price: KSh 7,310 (KSh 1,800 less).
Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW300
- Higher-resolution main camera: 4 MP.
- Higher video resolution: 1440p.
What matters most to you?
8 priorities selected.
Xiaomi Smart Camera C300
- Operating range: −10°C to 40°C.
- 3 MP main camera.
- Infrared night vision, low-light colour imaging.
- 3MP, 2304 × 1296.
- microSD up to 256GB, NAS backup.
- Yes, from Xiaomi Home phone app.
- AI human detection, configure in Xiaomi Home.
- 5V DC.
Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW300
- Operating range: −30°C to 60°C; adapter −30°C to 45°C.
- 4 MP main camera.
- Two 850nm infrared lights and two white lights.
- 4MP, 2560 × 1440.
- 8–256GB microSD, cloud.
- Yes, through Xiaomi Home.
- Local AI human detection/tracking, audible alarm and flashing-light warning.
- 12V DC 1A.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Xiaomi Smart Camera C300 | Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW300 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Xiaomi | Xiaomi |
| Model | 42423 | 54217 |
| Camera resolution | 3MP; 2304 × 1296 | 4MP; 2560 × 1440 |
| Lens and aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.6 |
| Field of view | 360° horizontal | — |
| Night vision | Infrared night vision; low-light colour imaging | Two 850nm infrared lights and two white lights; smart full-colour night vision |
| Video encoding | H.265 | — |
| Detection and alerts | AI human detection; configure in Xiaomi Home | Local AI human detection/tracking; audible alarm and flashing-light warning |
| Two-way audio | Yes — from Xiaomi Home phone app | Yes — through Xiaomi Home |
| Storage methods | microSD up to 256GB; NAS backup; cloud | 8–256GB microSD; cloud |
| Network connectivity | Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz | Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz; Ethernet port |
| App and system compatibility | Xiaomi Home; Android 4.4 or iOS 9.0 and later | Xiaomi Home; Android 8.0 or iOS 12.0 and later |
| Rated input | 5V DC; use the power supply and current rating specified on the supplied unit label/manual | 12V DC 1A |
| Operating temperature | −10°C to 40°C | −30°C to 60°C; adapter −30°C to 45°C |
Design
| Specification | Xiaomi Smart Camera C300 | Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW300 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 115 × 78 × 78mm | 168 × 100 × 123mm |
| Weight | 327g | — |
Durability
| Specification | Xiaomi Smart Camera C300 | Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW300 |
|---|---|---|
| Weather resistance | — | IP66 camera; no immersion; adapter is not waterproof and must remain indoors |
Product details
| Specification | Xiaomi Smart Camera C300 | Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW300 |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 3MP; 2304 × 1296 | 4MP; 2560 × 1440 |
| Lens coverage | 360° horizontal | — |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz | — |
| Storage | microSD up to 256GB; NAS backup; cloud | 8–256GB microSD; cloud |
| Package contents | camera, charging cable, wall mounting kit, user manual and warranty notice | camera, adapter, mounting bracket, Ethernet-port waterproof kit, template sticker, waterproof tape, mounting screws, manual, warning sticker and warranty notice |
| Connection | — | Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz; Ethernet port |
| Power | — | 12V DC 1A |
| Weather / installation | — | IP66 camera; no immersion; adapter is not waterproof and must remain indoors |
| Temperature | — | −30°C to 60°C; adapter −30°C to 45°C |
Similarities
- Both use 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi only.
- Both are made by Xiaomi.
In summary
Choose Outdoor Camera CW300 for a higher-resolution main camera; Smart Camera C300 is the cheaper choice if you do not need a higher-resolution main camera.
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