Tapo C320WS - Option for Video quality /compression
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Hi TP Link / Tapo,
In relation to issue I've posted on Low video quality, maybe we can also Add Option for user to select the Overall video quality or Bitrate they want - indicating the possible implication on their storage.
This way those have 128gb or 256gb could select Highest possible Video quality as they have enough room for high bitrate / low compress video. Avoiding the issue of overly compressed / pixelated video currently that barely useful to identify person face at all.
Alternatively, not sure if we can look for way to utilize H.265 video format - I believe this could hardware related but better to check as this format is a lot storage efficient than current H.264. Utilizing this will help us achieve same file size but higher quality / bitrate overall.
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What a mess. This Camera is useless because of the muddy picture. I'll return my Cam (C320WS) and look for another one.
Way to low bitrate!
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This video compares the 2K C210 to the 1080p TC70.. the difference is actually very small, and I believe a lot of that is down to the compression being used.
2K resolution (2560x1440) is approximately 78% larger than 1080p resolution (1920x1080) in terms of pixels, yet the file that the Tapo saves is only about 18% larger with the 2K camera vs 1080p.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Vx7y3aA6uE
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@Jerrey Choosing the bitrate and fps would be a top and unique feature in the industry!
Come on Tp Link 🤞🤞
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Video quality is very bad due to low bitrate. Need an option to choose higher bitrates to make camera useful.
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