TP-Link VIGI C230I Mini 3MP IR Mini Dome IP Camera, 2.8mm Wide-Angle, PoE, Human & Vehicle Detection, MicroSD

The TP-Link VIGI C230I Mini (2.8mm) is a compact 3MP IR mini dome network camera designed for professional indoor surveillance where space efficiency, intelligent detection, and reliable performance are essential. As part of TP-Link’s VIGI professional surveillance ecosystem, the C230I Mini delivers high-definition video, smart event detection, and flexible installation options in a discreet, low-profile form factor.

At its core, the VIGI C230I Mini features a 1/2.8-inch progressive scan CMOS image sensor, capable of capturing video at a maximum resolution of 3 megapixels (2304 × 1296). This resolution provides clear image detail suitable for identifying people, monitoring activity, and maintaining visual records in commercial and business environments. Multiple resolution and frame-rate options are supported, allowing system administrators to optimize image quality, storage consumption, and network bandwidth according to deployment requirements.

The camera is equipped with a 2.8mm fixed focal length lens with an F1.6 aperture, delivering a wide field of view that makes it ideal for monitoring entrances, corridors, counters, offices, and other indoor areas. The wide-angle lens reduces blind spots and helps cover larger areas with fewer cameras, while the fixed-focus design ensures stable long-term performance without mechanical adjustments.

For low-light and night-time operation, the VIGI C230I Mini integrates infrared illumination using dual IR LEDs with a range of up to 30 meters, operating at an 850nm wavelength. When ambient light levels drop, the camera automatically switches to infrared mode via its IR cut filter, enabling reliable monitoring in complete darkness. Smart IR technology helps prevent overexposure of nearby objects while maintaining visibility of subjects farther from the camera.

Image clarity is further enhanced through SmartVid image processing technologies, including Digital Wide Dynamic Range (DWDR) and 3D Digital Noise Reduction (3D DNR). DWDR helps balance scenes with uneven lighting, reducing shadowing and overexposed highlights, while 3D DNR minimizes digital noise and pixel distortion, particularly in low-light conditions. Additional image enhancement features such as Backlight Compensation (BLC) and Highlight Compensation (HLC) contribute to consistent image quality across varying environments.

The VIGI C230I Mini supports advanced smart detection and classification features that improve monitoring accuracy. The camera intelligently distinguishes humans and vehicles from other moving objects, reducing false alerts caused by irrelevant motion. Supported smart events include area intrusion detection, line-crossing detection, region entering and exiting detection, object abandoned detection, and object removal detection. The camera also supports motion detection and video tampering detection, providing multiple layers of event monitoring.

Video compression is handled using modern and efficient codecs, including H.265+, H.265, H.264+, and H.264. H.265+ significantly reduces storage requirements and network bandwidth usage while maintaining image quality, making it suitable for long-term continuous recording. Sub-stream support allows for flexible multi-stream configurations for recording, live viewing, and remote access.

The camera supports frame rates of up to 30 frames per second, depending on system frequency and configuration. Supported main-stream resolutions include 2304 × 1296, 2048 × 1280, 1920 × 1080, and 1280 × 720, while the sub-stream supports lower resolutions optimized for bandwidth-efficient remote monitoring.

Audio capabilities are a key feature of the VIGI C230I Mini. The camera supports two-way audio, featuring both a built-in microphone and built-in speaker. This enables real-time audio communication and audio monitoring directly through the camera. Audio is compressed using G.711 (alaw) with environmental noise filtering, providing clear and usable sound for supported surveillance scenarios.

For local storage, the camera includes a built-in microSD card slot, supporting microSD cards up to 512GB (card not included). This allows for on-device recording in scenarios where an NVR is not used or as a backup recording solution.

From a network perspective, the VIGI C230I Mini features a 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet port and full ONVIF Profile S compliance, ensuring compatibility with third-party network video recorders and video management systems. It supports a wide range of standard network protocols including TCP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, RTSP, DHCP, DNS, NTP, SSL/TLS, FTP/SFTP, IPv4, and IPv6, enabling seamless integration into existing IP surveillance networks.

Power can be supplied via Power over Ethernet (PoE) compliant with IEEE 802.3af/at (Class 0) or via 12V DC input, providing flexible installation options. Maximum power consumption is 8.5W via PoE and 7.5W via DC, supporting energy-efficient continuous operation.

Physically, the camera features a compact mini dome design with manual angle adjustment, supporting pan (-30° to 30°), tilt (0° to 85°), and rotation (-15° to 15°). The housing is rated IK08 vandal-resistant, making it suitable for indoor environments where additional physical protection is required. The camera operates reliably within a temperature range of -30°C to +60°C, supporting deployment in a wide range of indoor conditions.

The VIGI C230I Mini is compatible with VIGI Security Manager, the VIGI mobile app, VIGI NVRs, and web-based management interfaces, allowing users to view live video, configure settings, manage alerts, and review recordings remotely.

The TP-Link VIGI C230I Mini (2.8mm) is an ideal solution for businesses seeking a compact 3MP indoor IP camera with intelligent detection, local storage support, two-way audio, and efficient video compression for professional surveillance applications.