Camera
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
- 4 MP main camera
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C201
- 2 MP main camera
Smart camera comparison
Xiaomi C400 vs Xiaomi C201
Compare video quality, night vision, storage and power.
01Selected  Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
KSh 9,070In Stock | 02  Xiaomi Smart Camera C201
KSh 4,200In Stock |
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Xiaomi Smart Camera C500 Dual (EU)KSh 12,470
Xiaomi Outdoor Camera CW100 Dual (UK)KSh 7,350
Our quick verdict
Choose the Xiaomi Smart Camera C400 if you want a 4 MP main camera and 1440p video. Choose the Xiaomi Smart Camera C201 if you want a lower price (KSh 4,870 less).
Night vision
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
- 940nm infrared night vision
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C201
- Low-light full colour, six infrared illuminators
Storage methods
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
- MicroSD up to 256GB, cloud
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C201
- 8–256GB microSD, paid cloud
Two-way audio
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
- Yes, from Xiaomi Home phone app
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C201
- Yes, initiated from Xiaomi Home on the phone
Field of view
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
- 360° horizontal, 106° vertical
- Xiaomi Smart Camera C201
- 360° horizontal pan, motorised vertical adjustment
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
- Higher-resolution main camera: 4 MP.
- Higher video resolution: 1440p.
Xiaomi Smart Camera C201
- Lower price: KSh 4,200 (KSh 4,870 less).
What matters most to you?
8 priorities selected.
Xiaomi Smart Camera C400
- Operating range: −10°C to 40°C.
- 4 MP main camera.
- 940nm infrared night vision.
- microSD up to 256GB, cloud.
- Yes, from Xiaomi Home phone app.
- 360° horizontal, 106° vertical.
- AI human detection/tracking, human detection disabled by default.
- 5V DC 2A.
Xiaomi Smart Camera C201
- Operating range: −10°C to 40°C.
- 2 MP main camera.
- Low-light full colour, six infrared illuminators.
- 8–256GB microSD, paid cloud.
- Yes, initiated from Xiaomi Home on the phone.
- 360° horizontal pan, motorised vertical adjustment.
- Local human detection/tracking, cat/dog detection/tracking.
- 5V DC, 1A.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Xiaomi Smart Camera C400 | Xiaomi Smart Camera C201 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Xiaomi | Xiaomi |
| Model | 42942 | 71380 |
| Camera resolution | 4MP; 2560 × 1440 | 2MP; 1920 × 1080 |
| Field of view | 360° horizontal; 106° vertical | 360° horizontal pan; motorised vertical adjustment |
| Night vision | 940nm infrared night vision | Low-light full colour; six infrared illuminators |
| Detection and alerts | AI human detection/tracking; human detection disabled by default | Local human detection/tracking; cat/dog detection/tracking |
| Two-way audio | Yes — from Xiaomi Home phone app | Yes — initiated from Xiaomi Home on the phone |
| Storage methods | microSD up to 256GB; cloud | 8–256GB microSD; paid cloud |
| Network connectivity | Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n 2.4GHz/5GHz | — |
| 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 40°C |
Design
| Specification | Xiaomi Smart Camera C400 | Xiaomi Smart Camera C201 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 119 × 78 × 78mm | 78 × 76 × 115mm |
| Weight | Approximately 318g | — |
Durability
| Specification | Xiaomi Smart Camera C400 | Xiaomi Smart Camera C201 |
|---|---|---|
| Weather resistance | Indoor use; avoid excessive humidity and water damage | — |
Product details
| Specification | Xiaomi Smart Camera C400 | Xiaomi Smart Camera C201 |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 4MP; 2560 × 1440 | — |
| Lens coverage | 360° horizontal; 106° vertical | 360° horizontal pan; motorised vertical adjustment |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n 2.4GHz/5GHz | — |
| Storage | microSD up to 256GB; cloud | 8–256GB microSD; paid cloud |
| Installation / weather | Indoor use; avoid excessive humidity and water damage | — |
| Package contents | camera, user manual, power cable and wall mount accessories pack | — |
| Image resolution | — | 2MP; 1920 × 1080 |
| Phone compatibility | — | Xiaomi Home; Android 8.0 or iOS 12.0 and later |
Similarities
- Both are made by Xiaomi.
In summary
Choose Smart Camera C400 for a higher-resolution main camera; Smart Camera C201 is the cheaper choice if you do not need a higher-resolution main camera.
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