Dash cams have become an important accessory for our cars today. They have a wide range of benefits from giving protection against possible theft, to being used as evidence during accidents. All in all, they are significantly practical to ensure you and your car’s safety while on the road.
Installing dash cams these days have become popular as they have also become more affordable. However, with its increasing need and marketability also comes the emergence of its fake impressions. So here are some helpful tips to differentiate authentic dash cams from imitations.
Image Quality
Most dash cams being advertised in the market are claimed to be 4k. 4k Cameras have ultra HD resolution of 3840 x 2160 and FPS of over 24FPS. However, there are models that claim a 2160 resolution but in reality just refers to its vertical resolution and has failed to meet the required horizontal resolution of 3840 pixels. Manufacturers are able to introduce them to the market by using poor chipsets to resize Full HD video to 4K. To steer clear of ‘fake 4ks’, check if the camera has a real 8MP CMOS which has a resolution of 3840 x 2160, and 24FPS or more. Ultra HD resolution usually has 30FPS.
Audio Recording Quality
A good quality dash cam will be able to clearly capture in-car sounds like the communication with the other car driver. However, cheap knock offs will have a limited recording capacity. Sound recording is an essential backup in times of disputes or conflicts which will be used to direct the outcome of the judgment.
Batteries
Given the Australian weather, it is always better to go for a dash cam with supercapacitor. It has a power supply with a wider temperature range and longer lifespan than cameras with built-in batteries. Even though built-in batteries have rechargeable properties, they are not as reliable as they need constant replacement, and are actually fire hazards in a vehicle and tend to explode at high temperatures. Supercapacitor dash cams are built to survive extreme weather conditions from - 10°C~ 60°C.
Warranty Policy
Never rush to invest without knowing the warranty policy first. Warranty policies on fake impressions are often absent or totally ambiguous. If only you have understood and are satisfied with their terms and conditions, it is the only time to purchase a dash cam from them.
Price
There are dash cams in the market that display very enticing cheap prices. However, if you know better, they definitely won’t last long and will give you everything that is the complete opposite of your expectations. Always do your research about the brand, especially reviews from customers. They will give you the most sensible opinion as they have tried the product first hand.
It is always better to know what to look for in a dash cam. We hope this article helps you to choose the perfect dash cam for you and your car. If you may, check out Elinz’s wide range of high-quality and reliable dash cams at https://www.elinz.com.au/Dash-Camera.
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