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Versatile AI camera for securing any location
Watch videoConsistently 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 offHDR on
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
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
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
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 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
Easy setup, configuration, and firmware updates
No Surveillance Station device licenses required
Optimized for Surveillance Station
BC500 and TC500 are designed to work in perfect harmony with Surveillance Station. Learn more
Easy setup, configuration, and firmware updates
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.
Reliability and security you can depend on
Integrated safeguards ensure surveillance availability, data security, and privacy.
 BC500 |  TC500 | ||
| 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 | |
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| 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 | |
| Where to buy Learn more | Where to buy Learn more | ||
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:
C2 Backup for Surveillance requires purchase of an eligible annual subscription. A free trial is available for each newly registered account.
Tested with cards of up to 256 GB and formatted in exFAT. Larger cards may work, but have not yet been validated.
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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 | |
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Lens type | Fixed Focal |
| Focal Length | 2.8 mm | |
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110° H, 56° V, 132° D (LDC ON) |
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| DORI | D: 60m, O: 24m, R: 12m, I: 6m | |
| Aperture | F1.8 | |
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Max. video resolution | 2880x1620 @ 30 FPS |
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Ethernet | RJ45 10M/100M Ethernet port X 1 |
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MicroSD card slot X 1 Support microSD card up to 256GB Supported file format: exFAT Note: microSD card is not included |
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Form Factor | Bullet |
| Dimension | Ø110 × 161 mm (Ø4.33 × 6.34”) | |
| Weight | 353 g (0.78 lbs) | |
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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) |
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Storage temperature:-40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F) Storage humidity:5%~95% (non-condensing) |
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Notes:
- Model specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
- 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.
- The actual performance may be lower than lab testing figure due to differences in server configuration, deployment, and the number of active operations.
- If usage requirements exceed the specifications above, please contact our regional partners for professional advice.
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