Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B is available at Mascom International for KSh 3,100, brand new and sealed: a 3MP indoor Wi-Fi 6 cube camera with a 2.8mm lens, two-way talk and night vision up to 10 metres. Its 1/3.2-inch sensor records at 2304 by 1296 pixels, sharper than a standard 1080p camera, and a 99-degree horizontal view covers most of a bedroom or shop floor from one corner. The Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B saves footage to a microSD card of up to 256GB and streams live to your phone through Dahua's free DMSS app. We stock it at our shop in the Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Built for parents, landlords, small shop owners and anyone who works away from home, the Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B answers a simple worry: what is happening while you are out? A nanny caring for a baby in Kilimani, a cashier taking M-Pesa payments in a Nakuru shop, or an elderly parent living alone in Eldoret can all be checked in seconds. Human and pet detection sends an alert when a person walks into view. Abnormal sound detection flags sudden loud noises, and one-click privacy mode closes off viewing when the family is home.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops sell unbranded Wi-Fi cameras that drop off their apps after a few months, Mascom International sells the genuine Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B with a 12-month warranty and a walk-in service desk. Customers across Nairobi tell us they want one camera they can set up on their own, and the magnetic base and Bluetooth pairing make that realistic. The Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B is an easy first step into home security before you commit to a full CCTV system. Visit the shop to see it running, or order on WhatsApp for pay-on-arrival delivery anywhere in Kenya.
Common Questions About the Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B
How much is the Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B in Kenya?
The Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B costs KSh 3,100 at Mascom International in Nairobi, brand new and sealed. That price includes the 12-month warranty, access to Dahua's free DMSS app for live viewing, and pay-on-arrival delivery to all 47 counties. A microSD card is not part of the price; Mascom International sells compatible cards separately. If you want sharper detail, the 5MP Dahua IPC-C5AP-0280B costs KSh 350 more at KSh 3,450 and shares the same cube design.
Should I buy the Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B or the 5MP Dahua IPC-C5AP-0280B?
The Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B sees a wider area, while the Dahua IPC-C5AP-0280B shows finer detail. The 3MP model records at 2304 by 1296 with a 99-degree horizontal view. The 5MP model records at 2880 by 1620 on a larger 1/2.7-inch sensor, but its view narrows to 90 degrees. Pick the 3MP to cover a whole room from one corner at the lower price. Pick the 5MP, KSh 350 more, for reading faces or till screens at a shop counter.
Will the Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B keep working during KPLC power cuts?
The Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B runs on 5V mains power with no battery, so it switches off during a KPLC outage unless it sits on a UPS or inverter with your router. Its draw is tiny, at most 2.48 watts, so even a small router UPS keeps both running. It joins any 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network, including Safaricom Home Fibre, Zuku and Airtel Kenya 4G home routers. Recording to the microSD card carries on even when the internet connection drops.
Who should buy the Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B and who should skip it?
The Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B suits renters, parents and small shop owners who want one indoor camera they can watch from a phone. Skip it if you need to watch a gate, parking bay or veranda, because Dahua builds it for indoor use with a plastic casing rated from -10°C to 45°C. An outdoor bullet camera or a wired CCTV kit fits that job better. For a front door, the Dahua VDKP01-BG video doorbell, also stocked at Mascom International, is the better pick.
How do I set up the Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B on my phone?
Setting up the Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B takes a phone, your Wi-Fi password and the free DMSS app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Plug the camera in, open DMSS, and the app finds it over Bluetooth for fast pairing before joining it to your 2.4GHz Wi-Fi. The magnetic base holds on steel surfaces, and the head turns a full 360 degrees and tilts by hand. Our team in Nairobi CBD can help you pair it in the shop.
How many days of footage can the Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B store?
On a full 256GB microSD card, the Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B holds about 139 hours of continuous video, close to six days, at its top bit rate of 4,096 kbps. A 128GB card gives about three days of round-the-clock footage, and a 64GB card about a day and a half. H.265 compression keeps files compact, and lower bit rates stretch the same card much further. Mascom International stocks microSD cards in several sizes to match how much history you want.
Can the Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B see clearly at night?
Yes, the Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B switches to infrared night vision on its own and sees up to 10 metres in total darkness. That covers a typical Nairobi bedroom, sitting room or small shop from end to end. At night the picture turns black and white, which is normal for infrared cameras. During the day, digital wide dynamic range balances bright windows and dark corners, so a person standing against afternoon sunlight stays visible instead of turning into a silhouette.
Is the Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B good as a baby monitor in Kenya?
Many parents use the Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B as a baby monitor because it has a built-in microphone, a speaker and two-way talk. Abnormal sound detection sends an alert to your phone when the room suddenly gets loud. From an office in Upper Hill you can speak through the camera to calm a child or remind a house help about feeding time. Pet detection also helps owners keep an eye on a dog left at home during the day.
Technical Specifications
Sensor and Image Quality
- 3MP sensor at 2304 by 1296 pixels — about 1.4 times the detail of a standard 1080p camera, enough to recognise faces across a room.
- 1/3.2-inch CMOS sensor — the light-gathering chip, sized to give clear daytime pictures and clean infrared footage after dark.
- Digital wide dynamic range (DWDR) — brightens dark corners and tames bright windows, so a person standing against daylight stays visible.
- Shutter speed from 1/3 to 1/100,000 second — the camera sets exposure by itself as a room moves from sunlight to lamplight.
- Image rotation of 0 or 180 degrees — flip the picture upright if you mount the camera upside down under a shelf.
Lens, Field of View and Night Vision
- Fixed 2.8mm lens at F2.0 — a wide opening lets in more light, keeping evening footage brighter before infrared switches on.
- 99-degree horizontal and 117-degree diagonal view — one camera placed in a corner covers most of a bedroom, sitting room or kiosk.
- Manual pan of 360 degrees and tilt from -10 to 70 degrees — aim it at a cot, a door or a till without any tools.
- Infrared night vision up to 10 metres — an IR LED lights the scene with light your eyes cannot see, so you watch in total darkness.
- Automatic day and night switching (ICR) — a filter moves into place at dusk, giving true colours by day and sharp monochrome by night.
Video and Detection Features
- H.265 video compression — smaller files than older H.264 cameras, so memory cards last longer and phone streams load faster.
- Up to 30 frames per second on the main stream — smooth motion, so a person walking past looks natural rather than jumpy.
- AI human and pet detection — alerts tell you whether a person or the family cat set off the camera, cutting false alarms.
- Abnormal sound detection — a push alert reaches your phone when the room suddenly gets loud, even when nobody moves in view.
- One-click privacy mode — closes off viewing while you are home, so family time stays private until you switch it back.
Storage and Power
- microSD slot for cards up to 256GB — about 139 hours of continuous recording at the top bit rate, close to six days.
- Bit rate from 80 to 4,096 kbps — lower settings save space and stretch the same memory card much further between clean-ups.
- 5V 1A power input — the same low voltage as a phone charger, simple to back up with a small UPS beside your router.
- 1.49W typical and 2.48W peak power draw — under 2 kilowatt-hours a month even when it runs day and night.
- Rated from -10°C to 45°C and up to 95% humidity — comfortable in hot, humid indoor rooms as well as cool upland homes.
Connectivity and Build
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) on the 2.4GHz band — the newer Wi-Fi standard handles busy home networks better, and 2.4GHz carries further through walls.
- Bluetooth fast pairing — the DMSS app finds the camera over Bluetooth, so setup takes a few taps rather than typing codes.
- Built-in microphone and speaker with two-way talk — listen in and speak back through the DMSS app on Android or iOS.
- Magnetic base and plastic casing — 95 grams, 68mm wide and 119mm tall, light enough to stand on a shelf or cling to metal.
- CE certified — meets European safety and radio standards, a sign of a genuine Dahua unit rather than a copy.
Package Contents
The Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B arrives brand new and sealed in Dahua's retail box, packed exactly as the factory shipped it. Mascom International does not open or swap anything before sale, so every accessory Dahua includes reaches you untouched. Ask us on WhatsApp for the packing list of the current batch before you order. A microSD card is not part of the camera price; we stock compatible cards in several sizes, and the free DMSS app downloads from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
Warranty
The Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Bring the camera and your proof of purchase to our service desk in the Old Mutual Building, Nairobi CBD, and our team handles the claim from there.
Where to Buy the Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B in Kenya
The Dahua IPC-C3AP-0280B is in stock at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Come in, link the camera to your own phone and check the live picture before you pay. It comes in Dahua's white finish; confirm the unit in stock with us on WhatsApp before you travel.
Reach our team on any of these channels:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver with pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties, so you inspect the camera before any money changes hands. Orders within Nairobi and its environs arrive the same day, while Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and Thika receive delivery the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Your camera is backed by the 12-month warranty above. Shop with us for honest specifications, accurate pricing and after-sales help that continues long after the day you buy.
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