Camera Comparison · UK 2026
EZVIZ C8W Pro 3K vs Tapo C520WS

Specs, pros and cons compared side by side

Both the EZVIZ C8W Pro 3K and the Tapo C520WS are outdoor pan-tilt cameras. This head-to-head sets them side by side using the specs, pros and cons from our full reviews. EZVIZ specs come from EZVIZ’s own pages, UK pages first; Tapo specs come from Tapo’s own product pages.

Quick verdict

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EZVIZ C8W Pro 3K

Pick it for: 3K (2880 x 1620) video (the C520WS: 2K QHD 4MP)

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Tapo C520WS

Pick it for: microSD up to 512GB (the C8W Pro 3K: up to 256GB) · Pet, line-crossing and tamper detection as well as person and vehicle (the C8W Pro 3K: human and vehicle) · Alexa and Google (the C8W Pro 3K: EZVIZ app)

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Quick comparison

Spec EZVIZ C8W Pro 3K Tapo C520WS
Resolution 3K (2880 x 1620) 2K QHD 4MP
Power Plug-in (DC 12V 1A adapter) Plug-in (9V, 3 m cord)
IP Rating Weatherproof (EZVIZ gives no IP number) IP66
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz; Ethernet port 2.4GHz only + Ethernet
Storage microSD up to 256GB; CloudPlay cloud microSD up to 512GB
Apple HomeKit Not stated by EZVIZ No
Subscription Needed for CloudPlay cloud storage Optional (Tapo Care)
Smart home EZVIZ app Alexa, Google
EZVIZ C8W Pro 3K

Pros

  • 3K (2880 x 1620) video
  • EZVIZ lists a -30°C to 60°C operating range

Cons

  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only
  • Weatherproof, but EZVIZ gives no IP number
  • CloudPlay cloud storage needs a subscription
Tapo C520WS

Pros

  • Starlight colour night vision
  • Patrol mode
  • IP66

Cons

  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only

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Which should you buy?

Why choose the EZVIZ C8W Pro 3K

  • 3K (2880 x 1620) video (the C520WS: 2K QHD 4MP)
Why choose the Tapo C520WS

  • microSD up to 512GB (the C8W Pro 3K: up to 256GB)
  • Pet, line-crossing and tamper detection as well as person and vehicle (the C8W Pro 3K: human and vehicle)
  • Alexa and Google (the C8W Pro 3K: EZVIZ app)

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