TOP-3 video recorders. DVR rating 2022

Every car enthusiast tries to purchase a DVR, since it is he who will provide an iron alibi during an accident, and will also become evidence in court or in other controversial situations. What is a DVR in a car? This is a special device with which the camcorder records everything that happens while driving.

The video quality depends on the camera resolution of your device. The bigger it is, the better. The most popular models shoot in FullHD, budget models shoot in HD and below. There are also premium recorders on the market that shoot in SuperHD or UltraHD resolution. For smooth and clear playback of recorded video, it is advisable to choose models with a recording rate of at least 30 frames per second.

When choosing, you should pay attention to the presence of a built-in display. Since it can be used to view the captured videos and manage the settings.

The built-in rechargeable battery allows you to record outside the car or without connecting to the on-board network, in addition, emergency video saving is possible in case of a sudden power failure.

It is also necessary to take into account additional functions, such as: automatic recording on/off, loop recording, camera angle, GPS navigation, WiFi module, parking mode, G-sensor, the ability to connect an additional camera.

Every motorist faces a difficult task. What is the best DVR? Let's try to figure this out. We bring to your attention the TOP 3 DVRs that are most popular. This rating consists of:

• Gazer F125
• Xiaomi 70Mai Smart Dash Cam 1S (MidriveD06)
• Sho-Me Combo N1 Signature

Gazer F125

A miniature Gazer F125 video recorder with a SuperHD 2304x1296 recording resolution, a built-in 1.5" display and a Wi-Fi module for managing and saving files to a smartphone with the Gazer Dashcam application. Professional Sony Exmor sensor, 60fps recording mode, 160° wide viewing angle, F2.0 aperture glass lens. Support for a 128 Gb memory card for maximum recording duration, support for a GPS module for fixing the speed and route of movement, a compact mount on 3M adhesive tape with the ability to rotate the recorder 360 degrees.

Gazer F125 shoots clips in high resolution SuperHD. The camera is able to capture important details on the road-road signs, car numbers and markings.

The compact size of the device, combined with a minimalistic design, allows Gazer F125 to fit seamlessly into any car. The case has a pleasant Soft-touch coating, control buttons and of course the display.

There are 2 important buttons on the sides of the display-overwrite protection and microphone mute. Information about the operation of these functions is displayed by the corresponding icons on the display.

The lens of the device is able to clearly capture even moving objects. The motion blur effect has been reduced by 2.7 times and now when overtaking at high speeds, car numbers and other details will be as clear as when idle in traffic jams.

The lens of the DVR allows you to conduct high-quality shooting in the dark, due to a 30% increase in light capture. Moreover, night shooting is carried out without various defects and graininess.

Installation of the registrar is carried out in a couple of seconds. The camera can be rotated 360°, which is convenient if you need to capture what is happening at the driver's or passenger's door.

Emergency recording starts automatically when braking hard, accelerating or hitting the car body. "Emergency" videos are protected from being overwritten. Also, emergency recording can be turned on with a separate button.

Once you connect the DVR to the car's on-board network, you can forget about it. It will automatically turn on and turn on the recording when the engine is turned on and turn off, respectively, after the engine is turned off. Thanks to loop recording, only “fresh” videos will always be stored on the memory card. The device supports memory cards up to 128 GB, which corresponds to approximately 12 hours of video in SuperHD quality.

Complete set:

• F125 DVR
• 3M adhesive mount
• Car charger (suitable for 12V and 24V vehicles)
• Instructions for connection and operation
• Warranty card

Xiaomi 70Mai Smart Dash Cam 1S (MidriveD06)

Xiaomi 70Mai Smart Dash Cam 1S is a versatile multifunctional device that can provide comfort and safety while driving. The mechanism closely monitors the road, informing the driver in time about the occurrence of dangerous situations.

The powerful MCS 8336D processor allows the device to record video in a sufficiently high quality. And the light ring indicator notifies you about the DVR operation mode: green indicates normal operation, blue indicates video recording, red indicates a system failure.

The all-in-one DVR captures 1920x1080 pixels video at a 130-degree viewing angle and performs a voice control function. In addition, the device will easily fit into the interior of any car, because it has a classic design.

In order for you to be able to see all the important details on the video, which include car numbers, the recording should be as clear as possible. To achieve high results, the DVR was equipped with a high-quality Sony IMX 307 sensor, which is capable of capturing events in Full HD format. At the same time, shooting is carried out at a frequency of 30 frames per second, which provides the car owner with the opportunity to receive an informative video. The mechanism is equipped with glass spherical lenses with a 7-layer coating, which will increase the quality of video recording several times.

Thanks to a wide viewing angle of 130 degrees, the video will clearly show not only the lane of the road, but also the shoulder. The information taken can be especially useful for you in resolving conflict situations that you have with other road users.

The dash cam has a built-in G-sensor, which is also known as a shock sensor. With its help, the mechanism will be able to automatically fix emergency situations, recognizing jolts, sudden braking or, conversely, speed acceleration during movement. Additionally, the videos will be reliably protected from automatic overwriting, so that you can download them at any time and use them as evidence.

The process of driving a car requires maximum concentration from the driver. So that the owner of the vehicle is not constantly distracted by the DVR, the mechanism is able to perform the function of voice control with a unique voice recognition technology. Thanks to it, you can create a video protected from unwanted overwriting, take a photo or control other possible camera settings.

By installing the special 70mai mobile application and synchronizing the recorder with your smartphone via Wi-Fi, you will have access to view video recordings, you can download them to your mobile device at any time. Additionally, settings will be available regarding the sensitivity of the shock sensor, video quality, volume of voice notifications, and the like.

Complete set:

• DVR Xiaomi 70Mai MidriveD06
• 3M adhesive mount
• Car charger
• Instructions for connection and operation

Sho-Me Combo N1 Signature

The Sho-Me Combo N1 Signature Car DVR with Radar Detector, GPS and Display is a signature combo device that allows you to record high quality video and detect cameras and police radars on the road. Recording is carried out in Full HD quality at a speed of 30 fps, thanks to which you can get a fairly clear and accurate picture, with good detail.

The advantage of this model is the presence of a GPS POI detector, which greatly expands the capabilities of this device. Users can not only receive warnings about the presence of devices on the roads that control the traffic situation, but also make notes and then share with colleagues on the “steering wheel” about possible control devices.

The unique combination of a radar detector and a DVR are the most important features for the driver, allowing you to record what is happening in high quality (Full HD) video and receive alerts about traffic police (police) radar signals received by the antenna-the receiver or determined using GPS.

It has a modern multifunctional display that works in two modes. The "RD" mode is a radar detector mode that displays in a color image information about speed, operating speed control devices, and approaching cameras. In the "RD + VR" mode, additional information about the operation of the video recorder is displayed on the screen. Regardless of the mode, the DVR records continuously, cyclically.

Sho-me Сombo can work as a full-fledged radar detector, monitoring the entire standard frequency range for the presence of police cameras, radars, sights, etc. all 360 degrees. This device has improved sensors for receiving signals in the X, UltraX, K, UltraK, Ka, Ku bands, signals of the VG-2 system and laser irradiation signals, the speed of scanning signals in the UltraX, UltraK bands has been improved thanks to the Smartscan system.

Complete set:

• Sho-Me Combo N1 Signature DVR
• Suction cup
• Car charger
• Instructions for connection and operation

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