TOP-5: car DVRs

Digital DCR-112

The Digital DCR-112 is one of the most popular in the low-cost segment. The device has a 1.3-megapixel sensor that allows you to record video at a resolution of 640x480 pixels. The claimed camera viewing angle is 120 degrees, in other words, not only what is happening in front of the car, but also partially adjacent lanes will get into the picture. Video is recorded on a memory card up to 32 GB, since the device does not have its own memory. Please note that there is no microphone, so the video will be without sound.

To improve night shooting, there is a diode backlight on the front of the device, but according to consumer reviews, the recording is low quality. You should not count on outstanding quality in the daytime mode either: you can make out the lane of traffic and the mode of operation of the traffic light on the recorded video, but the plates under the signs or car numbers are poorly visible. Note that the date and time of shooting are also automatically superimposed on the video.

The device is powered by an adapter from the cigarette lighter socket, but in addition to this it has a built-in battery. The latter, among other things, allows you to record the situation around the car.

In general, we can say that the Digital DCR-112 can serve as a good solution for users who need a simple and inexpensive DVR without unnecessary functionality.

ParkCity DVR HD 340

One of the most affordable HD DVRs is the compact ParkCity DVR HD 340. without compromising performance. A 5-megapixel 1/2.5" CMOS sensor is hidden in a small body, which allows you to receive video at a resolution of 1280x720 pixels. Recording is carried out in the "popular" AVI format, so that the user can play video files on almost any The viewing angle is standard 120 degrees, which allows you to capture what is happening not only in your own lane, but also capture a little neighboring ones.

The DVR saves the recorded video and photos to a microSD memory card. "only suitable for a quick look at the video. USB interfaces are provided for connecting to a computer and miniHDMI to a TV. The device is powered by a car adapter, but also has a built-in battery that provides up to 20 minutes of recording without external power.

According to user reviews, ParkCity DVR HD 340 boasts excellent recording quality during the day and at dusk, in night mode, the quality deteriorates noticeably, but remains sufficient for viewing the main details. With a large viewing angle, slight blurring is noted along the edges. The mount allows you to turn the recorder only up or down — many users enroll this parameter as a minus.

In general, ParkCity DVR HD 340 can be safely recommended as an inexpensive solution with HD resolution.

Globex GU-DVV003

Globex GU-DVV003 is popular in the middle price range. The model is interesting primarily because it has two cameras on board at once. The main one can not only rotate 180 degrees, recording what is happening in the cabin, but also has a viewing angle of 140 degrees, which allows you to shoot 4 road lanes and even part of the roadside. The second camera can be installed in any convenient place, so that it can even be used as a reversing camera. Its viewing angle is 90 degrees.

A 2.7-inch display is provided to adjust the angle of view of cameras, view already captured material or record in real time. The maximum resolution of the main camera is 1280x720 pixels, the secondary one is 720x480.

Netizens claim that decent video quality is obtained both in daylight and at dusk. But at night, Globex GU-DVV003, like most of its competitors, shoots video of poor quality, even taking into account the LED backlight of the main camera. But the additional camera is completely devoid of backlight.

Another useful feature is the emergency saving of files when the G-sensor is triggered. The sensor is automatically triggered by a sudden change in the direction or speed of the car, and all files recorded in such an environment are automatically protected from overwriting. You can only delete them manually.

Gazer F115

Gazer F115 also deserves attention in the middle price range. It is one of the most compact DVRs capable of recording video in FullHD resolution (1920x1080). The viewing angle is standard 120 degrees horizontally. The mounting system has two installation options: you can use a classic suction cup for mobile installation or a special platform with double-sided tape for permanent installation.

Despite the compact size of the body, Gazer F115 has a large 2.8-inch screen< /b>, where you can watch what is happening online or watch video recorded on a memory card. There is also an HDMI output and a USB port.

MiO MiVue 538

Mio MiVue 538 can rightfully be called a multifunctional "combine". The device can carry out video shooting in FullHD resolution, has a built-in GPS module, G-sensor and speaker. The highlight is the speed camera warning function, but for its correct operation, the camera database will have to be updated regularly.

The mount allows you to install the recorder at the required angle, and the camera has a small range of vertical adjustments, which allows you to choose the optimal point of view. The viewing angle is 130 degrees. According to user reviews, the image is obtained without blurring at the edges, so that its lane and a couple of neighboring ones will always be clearly visible.

Another important point: the device can automatically superimpose the date and time, coordinates and current speed on the image automatically . According to the assurances of those who used this model, the quality of daytime shooting deserves high marks. Night shooting, of course, is inferior in quality, but still remains at its best — even car numbers can be clearly distinguished.

There is a built-in 2.4-inch screen. An HDMI output is provided for output to an external monitor or TV, and a classic mini-USB for communication with a computer. The Mio MiVue 538 DVR is designed to work from a car adapter, but also has a built-in battery.