The recorder is one of the most useful devices for the modern motorist. This device is especially relevant in the Russian Federation and the CIS countries, where the situation on the roads is often not the best. Choosing a video recorder with the possibility of night shooting, the driver receives a tool for high-quality recording of what is happening at any time of the day. The price of such devices practically does not differ from standard solutions, and our rating includes models with a cost at the level ... But if, when choosing a video recorder, you do not seek to save money, but want to get the most advanced device, then among the leaders of this rating there are several interesting solutions especially for you.
TOP 7 DVRs with the best night shooting
The domestic market offers dozens of recorder models for every taste. Price tags, features, appearance, build quality and their other parameters are so diverse that any driver can find a suitable option for individual preferences. Of course, many devices on sale deserve to decorate the interior of your vehicle. We have selected only the best DVRs for night shooting, many of which are used by the authors of our site.
1.YI Smart Dash Camera
The Chinese are capturing the market so rapidly that it is not they, but well-known global brands that are trying to copy the developments of competitors from the Middle Kingdom. One of the leaders of the technological world, whose path began in China, is Xiaomi. This brand produces a huge number of products, even if for some of them the help of partners is involved. In particular, this is true for one of the best DVRs for night shooting YI Smart Dash Camera.
The appearance of the reviewed model is typical for the Chinese manufacturer. Moreover, it significantly exceeds its real price tag in and more attaches YI Smart Dash Camera to the middle or premium, rather than budget segments. There are no complaints about the equipment, because a high-quality 3 MP camera is installed here, capable of recording video with a resolution of 2304 × 1296 pixels (at 30 fps) and Full HD (30 or 60 frames / s), as well as a 2.7-inch screen with good viewing angles.
The dash cam is powered by a cigarette lighter, but if you need to get out of the car to take pictures of damage or other necessary information, a 240 mAh battery will make it possible. The Smart Dash Camera also has a Wi-Fi module and several additional technologies, including WDR and ADAS.
Advantages:
- Price-quality ratio.
- Excellent recording quality.
- Juicy, crisp and bright screen.
- FHD video recording at 60 fps.
- Excellent design and build.
- A wide range of settings for your own requirements.
- New generation processor.
Disadvantages:
- Lack of Cyrillic in the interface.
2. Intego VX-510WF
The first thing that attracts the attention of an excellent recorder with good quality night shooting from Intego is the shape of the body. It resembles a ball or square cut off on 8 sides with strongly rounded edges. Due to the chosen design, there was no place for the display in the DVR case. But on the other hand, the device turned out to be quite compact and practically does not attract attention after installation. The latter, by the way, can be carried out in two ways - on a suction cup or double-sided tape.But the fixing of the device to the bracket is screwed here, which guarantees high reliability.
But how can you control Intego VX-510WF if there is no display in it? For this, the device is equipped with a Wi-Fi module, through which all configuration and video output is carried out. Previously, the user will have to download a proprietary application from the Play Market (for smartphones / tablets based on Android) or the AppStore (for iOS). In addition to decent night shooting, for which the Sony sensor is worth grateful, the DVR boasts WDR mode and fast operation. In general, for the amount of the user gets a really cool device.
Advantages:
- Good build quality.
- Great microphone.
- Clarity of video recording.
- Reasonable price.
- Viewing angle 170 degrees.
- Reliable fastening.
- Compact dimensions.
Disadvantages:
- Not everyone will like the lack of a screen.
3. CARCAM Q7
Perhaps, KARKAM products can be called, if not the best, then one of the best on the market in terms of price-quality ratio. The high-quality Q7 DVR is no exception, the cost of which starts from relatively modest ... Despite its age (the device was presented more than 5 years ago), it is able to bypass even more expensive newcomers from manufacturers popular among motorists.
Before buying KARKAM Q7, please note that it is presented in 2 modifications. The younger supports microSD cards from 4 to 32 GB. In the older one, the maximum is 128 GB.
Traditionally for the brand, a good inexpensive DVR with night shooting looks like a small camera. The front panel of the device contains the brand name, basic information, lens, microphone and speaker. On the back is a 3-inch display. The side faces are reserved for buttons, outputs and a memory card slot. To install the DVR, the kit includes 3M adhesive tape and a suction cup.
Advantages:
- Excellent recording quality.
- Good viewing angle (160/140 diagonal).
- Excellent camera sensitivity.
- Decent build and nice design.
- Reasonable cost.
- Built-in GPS module.
- Wide operating temperature range.
Disadvantages:
- Battery too weak.
- Incomplete firmware.
4. AdvoCam FD8 Red-II
Over the past 5 years, the Russian market of DVRs has been replenished with dozens of new manufacturers. Most of them were too mediocre and simply awful, which led to the disappearance of even those who did not have time to gain a foothold in the sale of brands. Others have managed to gain popularity among drivers, offering, if not the lowest, but quite attractive price for products of excellent quality. One of these companies is AdvoCam, whose history began in the Vladimir region.
Specialists with experience in creating multidirectional video surveillance systems are engaged in the development of AdvoKam recorders. On average, all employees of the company have worked in this area for 10 years, which guarantees the quality of devices from a domestic manufacturer.
Among the dozens of solutions available for sale from the Russian brand, we were interested in the FD8 Red-II model. The quality of night shooting does not raise any questions for this DVR, and its design and build quality are comparable to more expensive competitors. The device under review provides the ability to record video in 1296p resolution, as well as HD clips, and with a frame rate of 60 fps. The functions of the FD8 Red-II are standard for their category, but from the useful features of the recorder, one should note slow-motion shooting and built-in backlight.
Advantages:
- Number of video recording options.
- Nice design and convenient menu.
- Compactness and reliability of the device.
- Convenient quick-release mount.
- Flexible customization system.
- Simplicity of information synchronization.
Disadvantages:
- Very small viewing angle.
5. SHO-ME Combo Drive Signature GPS / GLONASS
No driver wants to get into unpleasant situations due to an accident or deal with the police.And if in the first case, video recording of the incident will help solve the problem, then in order to avoid fines, it is necessary to observe or slow down in time, which will help the radar detector. But having two separate devices in the cabin is definitely not what a motorist needs. Therefore, we recommend purchasing a car DVR with built-in radar detector from SHO-ME.
The DVR has only one recording resolution - Full HD at 30 fps. There are several modes in the device: auto start or timer. The duration of one clip in Combo Drive Signature can be 1, 3 and 5 minutes. In this case, after filling the drive, the maximum capacity of which can be equal to 128 GB, the old data is deleted, replaced by new information.
The DVR does an excellent job of detecting the main types of cameras, including Iskra, Cordon, Strelka, Robot and others. Combo Drive Signature detects radars in the X and K bands. Also in the memory of one of the most interesting recorders in the TOP there is information about the location of stationary cameras, and this database is constantly updated on the manufacturer's website. In this case, the location of the vehicle is determined very accurately, because the device has support for GPS and GLONASS.
Advantages:
- Built-in radar detector.
- There is GPS and GLONASS.
- Capacious cards are supported.
- Dimensions and build quality.
- Powerful processor detects cameras and radars quickly and accurately.
- Price (subject to features).
Disadvantages:
- It removes worse than competitors at night.
6. TrendVision TDR-719
At first, we thought to include a mirror-like dash cam from the TrendVision brand. But then we found the TDR-719 model and decided that it was much better. Yes, one should not wait for such a covert installation in this case, but the quality of the recording of the monitored DVR is noticeably better. The maximum video resolution, by the way, is 2304 × 1296 pixels. In this case, the frame rate is limited to 30 fps. If Full HD clips are enough for you, they will be recorded at 45 fps.
In addition to the night mode, the recorder has an extended dynamic range function, which significantly improves the recording quality. Also in the reviews, buyers note a good TDR-719 battery with a capacity of 300 mAh. This is enough for about 15 minutes of work outside the vehicle, which is useful if you need to immediately record the consequences of an accident. The footage can be viewed on a 2.7-inch screen.
What we liked:
- Convenience and ease of use.
- Reliable fastening.
- Low weight.
- The duration of the videos is up to 10 minutes.
- Frame rate in FHD resolution.
- Powerful enough optics.
- The perfect combination of price and features.
- Several mounting options.
7. IROAD Q7
The best registrar according to motorists' reviews concludes the rating - the Korean masterpiece IROAD Q7. However, the price of this DVR is appropriate and amounts to ... What do you get for this amount?
- First, a perfectly assembled and very stylish device for your car.
- Secondly, there are two cameras at once, one of which is parking.
- Thirdly, Wi-Fi module and the ability to optionally install GPS. By the way, if one additional camera is not enough for you, the device supports connecting other external modules.
It's nice that the Q7 comes with a memory card. True, its volume is only 16 gigabytes with a maximum volume of 128 GB supported by the DVR.
Both cameras are attached with double-sided tape. Such a fixation is very reliable, but it will be difficult to change the position of the device or move it to another car. It is also worth considering that there is no built-in battery here. However, given the type of attachment, it is hardly necessary. IROAD Q7 can record video only with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 (30 frames / s), but all objects are perfectly distinguishable on it at any time of the day. It is for this reason, despite the high cost, that we can note the excellent combination of price and quality of this DVR and give it the first place.
Advantages:
- Excellent functionality.
- Excellent quality night photography.
- Support for memory cards up to 128 GB.
- You can connect a GPS module.
- Compactness and great design.
- High quality camera matrix.
Disadvantages:
- High price.
Which company is the best video recorder to buy
Making a rating was not easy for us, because there are many more interesting models on the market than we have considered. That being said, after completing the list, we found that the best DVRs with night shooting function belong to different companies. In this case, it is difficult to single out a specific brand, but if you want to save money, then Intego and Xiaomi products are at your service. Need an additional feature like a radar detector? The ideal choice in this regard would be a model from SHO-ME. Does your budget allow you to buy any device available on the market? The Korean manufacturer IROAD is able to pleasantly surprise you with quality, compactness and functionality.
