DVRs with high-speed recording in Full HD

In the segment of basic models of car DVRs without a horde of unnecessary functions, the MiO MiVue C545 device stands out. It is designed purely for video recording of what is happening on the roads.

The model has acquired support for shooting video in Full HD format with a frame rate of up to 60 fps. This frame rate allows you to achieve good detail even with fairly fast movement in the frame. In addition, the recorder received high-quality optics with a viewing angle of about 140°. When there are variations in ambient light, HDR's advanced motion picture feature helps you even out the exposure of your footage. As a result, car license plates, road signs and markings will be clearly visible on the final videos, even in the light of oncoming headlights.

The MiO MiVue C545 has a built-in G-sensor for recording impacts and sudden changes in vehicle movement. Videos taken at these moments are automatically protected from overwriting. The model also provides a security parking mode - it records only when any movements are detected in the frame.

The power supply to the head unit of the device is established from the cigarette lighter socket. As a reserve, the model was equipped with an integrated rechargeable battery with a capacity of 240 mAh in case of unforeseen circumstances. Among other features of the recorder, it is important to note the presence of a 2-inch screen for viewing captured videos in place and visualizing settings. Video materials are supposed to be stored on a microSD card with a capacity of up to 256 GB.

The VIOFO A129 Duo GPS car recorder provides a complete picture of what is happening around the vehicle, which is achieved thanks to the two-channel video recording mode.

The main character in the design of the model is the head unit, installed on the windshield behind the rear view mirror. For front video recording, it is responsible for a combination of a Sony IMX307 image sensor and a powerful Novatek NTK96660 processor (it is approximately on the same level as the Ambarella A12). The main camera of the device is capable of recording videos in a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels at 60 fps. The correct exposure of the video sequence is ensured by the WDR function, which compensates for strong differences in illumination in the frame.

Out of the box , the VIOFO A129 Duo GPS is equipped with an external camera for viewing the rear hemisphere. It is attached to the inner surface of the rear window of the car, and filming with an additional camera is also carried out in Full HD format. Note that in dual-channel recording mode, the frame rate of the main camera drops to 30 fps - you can squeeze out the notorious 60 fps from it only if you turn off the remote module to cover the rear stern.

In the version under review , the recorder is supplied with a GPS module. According to the data from it, the coordinates and speed of the vehicle are attached to the videos. Well, the Wi-Fi module allows you to pair the car recorder with mobile gadgets through the VIOFO application. The smartphone app provides access to remote control of the device’s operation and conveniently organizes a library of footage.

The flagship cavalry of video recorders from Garmin is represented by the advanced model Dash Cam 67W. It has everything necessary for clear video recording of what is happening on the roads, convenient transfer and storage of footage, as well as assistance to the driver, which is expressed by a GPS informer and road assistants.

The car recorder is capable of recording high-speed Full HD video with a frame rate of 60 fps, and the maximum quality of the recorded video reaches the Quad HD image format - 2560x1440 pixels at 30 fps. Plus, the model has acquired ultra-wide-angle optics with a field of view of 180° - everything that happens in the frontal plane is captured in the frame of the lens.

The device is equipped with GPS and Wi-Fi modules. The first is used to determine coordinates, measure vehicle speed and operate a GPS informer with a pre-installed database of stationary police radars. And via a Wi-Fi network, the recorder maintains a wireless connection with mobile gadgets. When actively paired with a smartphone, the DVR can upload captured videos to the cloud, broadcast video from its camera in Live View mode, and send notifications to a mobile phone when suspicious activity is detected around a car in a parking lot.

In order to be less distracted from driving the car, the recorder provides a voice control function - Garmin Dash Cam 67W understands basic commands such as starting and stopping video recording, the ability to take a quick freeze frame, etc. In addition , the device has built-in road assistants LDWS (line control) and FCWS (safe distance tracking). For dessert, the model included a durable supercapacitor as an on-board power source.

The 70mai X200 Omni model stands out as a bright spot against the background of its DVR colleagues. The fact is that it has a capsule design with a rotating lens - the device looks unusual and futuristic.

The recorder is attached to the inside surface of the car windshield using a sticker. The standard field of view of the model’s lens includes a viewing angle of about 140°, but in general it is capable of viewing the entire surrounding environment within 360°. This possibility is realized thanks to a motorized lens rotation drive. You can control turns manually or automatically depending on the situation on the road.

Video recording on a car recorder is carried out in the classic Full HD frame format - 1920x1080 pixels at 60 fps. HDR support ensures balanced exposure in difficult lighting conditions, and in night shooting mode, a special Omni Night Vision mode comes to the rescue in increasing the detail of the video sequence. Another advantage of the model is the high-aperture optics with an f/1.5 aperture.

The onboard weapons of the 70mai X200 Omni include a GPS module for recording coordinates and linking movement speed to videos. At the same time, the model received road assistants LDWS (lane change warning) and FCWS (control of distance to the vehicle ahead). Optionally, you can purchase a 4G modem for the recorder - it provides the ability to view video from the device in real time, and allows you to launch pedestrian navigation to your car in a large parking lot. In parking mode, the car recorder monitors suspicious activity of people around the “iron horse”, automatically activating recording in the event of potential threats.

Unlike the vast majority of "classmates", the model does not have a slot for a memory card. In return, the user is offered an internal 64 GB eMMC data storage, which guarantees higher read and write speeds, reliable operation and a long service life. In addition, the recorder supports voice control commands and can be paired with a smartphone via Wi-Fi. To access the videos and settings of the DVR, you will need to install the proprietary 70mai application on your mobile gadget.

NEXTBASE 622GW is an advanced car recorder with support for detailed shooting in frame formats up to 4K. And in classic Full HD resolution, the model provides high-speed recording of videos with frame rates up to 120 fps, which ensures unsurpassed smoothness of the video sequence.

The device is made in the traditional form factor of a slightly smaller point-and-shoot camera. On the front panel of the body you can see a large, fast lens with an f/1.3 aperture. The “light” optics of the DVR allows for high-quality recording of videos in poor ambient light conditions, and its viewing angle is about 140°.

To view captured video materials “on site” and configure the car recorder’s operating parameters, it is planned to use a 3-inch screen with support for touch control. NEXTBASE 622GW also has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless communication modules, which are used to pair with mobile devices. A bonus in the model is the option of automatically sending emergency messages to rescue services in case of accidents, working on the basis of the What3Words geocoding system.

The car recorder is powered from the cigarette lighter socket, and in case of emergency, the device has a built-in rechargeable battery with a capacity of 320 mAh. Among other features of the model, I would like to highlight the support for the Amazon Alexa voice assistant and the overlay of the car’s movement speed according to the GPS module on the video. The recorder focuses all attention on the road, providing high-quality video recording day and night.