More recently, the DVR was just a fashionable gadget in the car, an indicator of the prosperity and well-being of a motorist, a kind of luxury item. Nevertheless, the traffic situation is becoming more complicated every day: the requirements for drivers are being tightened, and the amount of fines is raised to incredible numbers.
These alarming factors lead to the fact that the DVR quickly turns from an accessory into a very necessary thing. Today, many manufacturers offer very inexpensive new car DVRs, so their purchase has already ceased to be a serious problem.
A suitable model can always be selected in various price categories. It is impossible to describe the shortcomings and advantages of all existing models on the market in a short review. Consider only the most popular DVRs in the budget segment presented in 2015.
The ProCam ZX3 is the most compact device among its classmates. It is equipped with a WDR camera, the viewing angle of which is 170 degrees, and internal memory of 16 GB. The device has features such as:
- lateral and frontal impact sensor;
- GPS recorder
- motion sensor (enables recording when moving bodies enter the camera lens);
- a lens that has the function of night shooting;
- tracking road markings.
Judging by the reviews, this DVR is not very convenient to manage, but only in comparison with the most expensive devices. The price of such a model is from 2240 to 2380 rubles. ALPHA DVR-650 HD - has similar functions, with the exception of the GPS module, and has a higher camera resolution (1440 × 1080). The 1.5-inch color display allows you to view recordings without connecting to a computer. The camera viewing angle is 160 degrees. The DVR is well suited for those who appreciate high-quality panoramic shooting. Price from 2630 to 2780 rubles.
A significant difference between the models that fall into this price category is the ability to make videos with the highest resolution (Full HD format). Such, for example, are DVRs Bluesonic BS-F002 and Cardinal S4. Cardinal S4. The model is not overloaded with useless options; the manufacturer left only the really necessary:
- G-module;
- built-in motion sensor;
- night lens;
- 2.7 inch display;
- shock sensor.
The model stands out with its stylish design, equally suitable for a female and a male car. Among its advantages, it is more often noted that the device is extremely reliable and convenient. The maximum price of such a DVR is 5000 rubles. The RC-Shop online store offers to buy a DVR a little cheaper, for example - Karkam Q4 LITE. The viewing angle of the camera for this model is 120 degrees, and the device itself is equipped with a 2-inch monitor, thanks to which you can view the recordings on the spot. When a moving object occurs, the built-in motion detector turns on the device automatically, which is very useful when using it in a parking lot. Upon impact, the G-sensor saves a record in the device's memory. The DVR has an elegant appearance and high reliability. Price - 4555-5080 rubles.
Within these price ranges, you can find many multifunctional and interesting models that have additional features. One such model is the DATAKAM G6-PRO. Having all the possible options inherent in cheaper models, the DATAKAM G6-PRO is distinguished by the presence of additional ones, among which:
- three-axis shock sensor;
- built-in broadband GPS antenna;
- file protection from overwriting;
- false positive blocking;
- image stabilization.
The internal memory of the presented DVR is 32 GB. This is more than enough to continuously record the events of the longest journey. The price of the registrar is not more than 6900 rubles. Summing up, it should be noted that a large selection of car DVRs at a very affordable cost will allow you to choose the most suitable.
On the pages of Basetop.ru you can also see the rating of DVRs of 2015, which included the best models according to user reviews.