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BC500

AI-powered bullet camera

Versatile AI camera for securing any location

Watch video

Consistently clear footage, 24/7

  • 5 MP & 110° wide field of view

  • IP67 certified

  • 30 m night vision

  • NDAA & TAA compliant

Around the clock surveillance

See clearly at night with four high-power IR LEDs that provide 30 meters of night vision range.

Around the clock surveillance

See clearly at night with four high-power IR LEDs that provide 30 meters of night vision range.

Detailed video recordings in all lighting conditions

Ensure security despite high contrast light conditions with High Dynamic Range (HDR), which provides detailed images in both shadows and bright spots.

HDR-ON
HDR-OFF
HDR offHDR on
HDR-ON
HDR-OFF
HDR offHDR on

Detailed video recordings in all lighting conditions

Ensure security despite high contrast light conditions with High Dynamic Range (HDR), which provides detailed images in both shadows and bright spots.

High quality video, increased storage efficiency

Smart Bitrate Control provides high-quality video while reducing storage and network requirements by up to 70%.

High quality video, increased storage efficiency

Smart Bitrate Control provides high-quality video while reducing storage and network requirements by up to 70%.

Enhance your surveillance with camera-based AI

Be proactive with surveillance. AI features empower security staff to watch over multiple locations more efficiently.

People and Vehicle Detection

Protect against loitering and boost security with cameras that leverage AI to distinguish people and vehicles from other moving objects with high accuracy.

People and Vehicle Detection
People and Vehicle Detection

People and Vehicle Detection

Protect against loitering and boost security with cameras that leverage AI to distinguish people and vehicles from other moving objects with high accuracy.

Intrusion Detection

Identify trespassers without maintaining dedicated staff on site. Draw virtual borders to automatically receive alerts when people or vehicles cross.

Intrusion Detection
Intrusion Detection

Intrusion Detection

Identify trespassers without maintaining dedicated staff on site. Draw virtual borders to automatically receive alerts when people or vehicles cross.

Instant Search

Investigate incidents quickly after they happen. Instant Search lets operators search for activities of interest within a certain area.

Instant Search
Instant Search

Instant Search

Investigate incidents quickly after they happen. Instant Search lets operators search for activities of interest within a certain area.

Auto Tracking

Auto Tracking seamlessly locks onto and trails the moving target, ensuring continuous centering on the screen.

Auto Tracking
Auto Tracking

Auto Tracking

Auto Tracking seamlessly locks onto and trails the moving target, ensuring continuous centering on the screen.

Effortless setup and access from anywhere

With hassle-free setup and on-the-go access, these cameras are suitable for single-site small business installations and sprawling multi-site deployments alike.

Optimized for Surveillance Station

BC500 and TC500 are designed to work in perfect harmony with Surveillance Station. Learn more

Synology

Easy setup, configuration, and firmware updates

Synology

No Surveillance Station device licenses required

Optimized for Surveillance Station
Optimized for Surveillance Station

Optimized for Surveillance Station

BC500 and TC500 are designed to work in perfect harmony with Surveillance Station. Learn more

Synology

Easy setup, configuration, and firmware updates

Synology

No Surveillance Station device licenses required

Streamlined setup and configuration

Simply connect and go. All camera settings, including image quality and network configuration, can be modified directly in Surveillance Station.

Streamlined setup and configuration

Simply connect and go. All camera settings, including image quality and network configuration, can be modified directly in Surveillance Station.

Stay in the know with DS cam

DS cam is the powerful companion mobile app for Surveillance Station, available for free on iOS and Android. Learn more

Easily stay on top of security
See the action live
Define detection zones

Stay in the know with DS cam

DS cam is the powerful companion mobile app for Surveillance Station, available for free on iOS and Android. Learn more

Easily stay on top of security
See the action live
Define detection zones

Reliability and security you can depend on

Integrated safeguards ensure surveillance availability, data security, and privacy.

Enterprise-grade reliability and availability

Edge storage to increase system reliability
Add redundancy to your deployment
Archive your videos offsite
Simultaneously record to the cloud

From recording to archiving, your video is protected

Effortless firmware updates
Privacy masking and watermarks
Encrypt your recordings
HTTPS and SRTP support

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Find your ideal Synology Camera

BC500BC500TC500TC500
Max. video resolution 5MP (2880x1620) @ 30 FPS 5MP (2880x1620) @ 30 FPS
Network Connection PoE PoE
Field of view 110° H, 56° V, 132° D 110° H, 56° V, 132° D
Night vision 30 meters 30 meters
Event analytics
  • People & Vehicle Detection
  • Intrusion Detection
  • Audio Detection
  • Tampering Detection
  • Motion Detection
  • People & Vehicle Detection
  • Intrusion Detection
  • Audio Detection
  • Tampering Detection
  • Motion Detection
Auto Tracking People People
Instant Search People, Vehicle, Motion People, Vehicle, Motion
Audio Audio-in Audio-in
Weather resistance IP67 & IP66 IP67 & IP66
Warranty 3 years 3 years

Who is using Synology Camera?

Explore how our cameras empower industry worldwide

“It gives our customers the peace of mind that their vehicles are safe with us.”

“The quality of the cameras is cracking and the night vision is great!”

Learn more about Synology surveillance solutions

Frequently Asked Questions

Will Synology cameras work with other NVRs or software?

What lens and sensor does the BC500 use?

How powerful are the IR LEDs on the BC500?

Which codecs does the BC500 support?

What type of switch can be used to power the BC500?

Is BC500 an outdoor camera?

Does the BC500 require or come with licenses, or will this licensing model change?

How far do the integrated AI capabilities extend? Do they include facial recognition?

How long can the BC500 record to their SD cards without syncing to the recording server?

How to configure the cameras for the best image quality?

Do the cameras support POE+?

Notes:

  1. C2 Backup for Surveillance requires purchase of an eligible annual subscription. A free trial is available for each newly registered account.

  2. Tested with cards of up to 256 GB and formatted in exFAT. Larger cards may work, but have not yet been validated.

Hardware Specifications
Optical
Optical
Image Sensor 1/2.7"
IR LED wavelength 850 nm
Max. IR distance 30m (98.4ft) (0.001lux)
Shutter Speed 1/16000 s to 1/30 s
Day & Night Automatically removable infrared-cut filter
Lens
Lens
Lens type Fixed Focal
Focal Length 2.8 mm
Field of View 110° H, 56° V, 132° D
(LDC ON)
DORI D: 60m, O: 24m, R: 12m, I: 6m
Aperture F1.8
Video
Video
Max. video resolution 2880x1620 @ 30 FPS
Multi-exposure HDR
DNR
  • 3DNR
  • 2DNR
Audio
Audio
Microphone
I/O
I/O
Ethernet RJ45 10M/100M Ethernet port X 1
Reset
On-Board Storage MicroSD card slot X 1
Support microSD card up to 256GB
Supported file format: exFAT
Note: microSD card is not included
Power Supply
Power Supply
IEEE 802.3af Type 1 Class 3 or 12V DC
Note
  • Compatible DC power adapter: 12V/1A (Ø2.1mm)
  • The product does not include a PoE switch or a 12V DC power adapter. Please purchase separately.
General
General
Form Factor Bullet
Dimension Ø110 × 161 mm (Ø4.33 × 6.34”)
Weight 353 g (0.78 lbs)
Temperature
Temperature
Operating Condition Starting temperature:-30°C to 50°C (-22°F to 122°F)
Operating temperature:-30°C to 50°C (-22°F to 122°F) (IR off)
Operating temperature:-30°C to 40 °C (-22°F to 104°F) (IR on)
Operating humidity:5%~95% (non-condensing)
Storage Condition Storage temperature:-40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F)
Storage humidity:5%~95% (non-condensing)
Certification
Certification
  • FCC
  • CB
  • IC
  • CE
  • UKCA
  • BSMI
  • VCCI
  • RCM
  • KC
  • JATE
Environment
  • REACH Compliant
  • WEEE Compliant
  • ROHS Compliant
Waterproof IP67
Vandal -
NDAA Compliant
TAA Compliant
Warranty
Warranty
3-year
Packaging Content
Packaging Content
  • Main Unit X 1
  • Installation guide X 1
  • Screw pack X 1
  • RJ45 cap cover X 1

Notes:

  1. Model specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
  2. The figures are based on Synology internal testing. Each performance test is done individually. No other services or applications are processed at the same time.
  3. The actual performance may be lower than lab testing figure due to differences in server configuration, deployment, and the number of active operations.
  4. If usage requirements exceed the specifications above, please contact our regional partners for professional advice.