Many models use top-brand image sensors capable of delivering images with more detail. Some releases support night vision and IR detection.

520TVL

China Electronics Shenzhen Co. Ltd
China Electronics’ IP68-rated CSC010 model features a 170-degree viewing angle. Resolution is 728x582 pixels at 30fps. The device has a 4-color caution distance subline and delivers 520TVL. It uses a 1089 or 7070 CMOS sensor. S/N ratio is greater than 45dB. Minimum illumination is 0.01 lux. The rearview camera runs on 12V/250mA and utilizes a 75ohm CVBS wire. Power, signal and ground wires are also included.

Sony CMOS sensor

Emine Technology Ltd
The S1 model from Emine is equipped with a 12MP Sony CMOS sensor and a 3in TFT LCD. Its A+ grade lens has a viewing angle of 170 degrees. The device supports auto focus, G-sensor and motion detection. It operates with a Novatek NT96655 chipset and USB 2.0 interface. Video resolution can be 1920x1080 or 1030, or 1080x720 pixels at 60fps. Compressed video format is H.264. Images are in JPEG format. The rearview camera has a TV HDMI output, a built-in microphone and speaker that delivers AAC, and electronic IR fill lights. Storage capacity is 32GB. The model works with a 5V/1.5A power supply. Supported languages include Chinese, English, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.

Mini IR rearview camera

Sharpvision Co. Ltd
Sharpvision’s CW656 model is a mini rearview camera that incorporates six IR LEDs and a water-resistant motorized shutter. It integrates a Pixelplus PC1089N 1/3in HD CMOS sensor with 500TVL. FOV is 150 degrees. Distance labels can be switched on/off. Depending on the chips used, the camera can shift from normal to mirror image. The unit with a day/night sensor supports night vision and automatic switch to b/w mode. IR distance is 8m. The model’s sun shield and U-bracket are made of stainless steel. Automatic heating feature is activated when operating temperature goes below 10 C. Input voltage is between 10 and 32V.

Night vision dual-angle camera

Shenzhen Aotop Electronic Industrial Co. Ltd
Shenzhen Aotop’s AC-660DM model adopts a 1/3in high-resolution Sony CCD wide-angle lens. Lens angles are 60 and 150 degrees. The twin-view camera uses a motorized shutter and supports night vision. Shutter speed is 1/50 to 1/10,000 second. The device delivers 700TVL, 1020x596-pixel PAL and 1020x508-pixel NTSC resolutions. It has a 1.0Vp-p 75ohm video output and a built-in microphone. Other features include normal and mirror image switching, AGC and automatic heating, window clearing and white balance. S/N ratio is ≥48dB. The vandal-resistant unit is IP69K-rated for water resistance. It runs on 10 to 14V and consumes 0.84W.

Shatter-resistant HD camera

Shenzhen Sunveytech Co. Ltd
Mounted on the back, front or sides of any vehicle, Shenzhen Sunveytech’s model SV-600L concealed HD camera withstands rugged driving conditions and shock. It can be set to protection, reverse and rear view working positions. The unit is IP68K-rated for water and shatter resistance. Its 1.7mm lens has a 170-degree angle FOV. Sensing area is 5.5x5.5µm and shutter speed is 1/10,000 second. The image sensor is CMOS and the signal system is analog. CCD chips are available for the product that delivers 480TVL and 648x488 pixels. Mirror/real and reverse grids are optional. The night vision camera also has a day/night sensor that can be adjusted automatically. S/N ratio is >48dB. Minimum illumination is 0.5 lux. Video output is 1.0Vp-p 75ohms. The camera requires 12V and 80mA input. On average, the power consumption is less than 1W. The package includes 5.5m video and 1.5m power cables, and an instruction manual.

Suits heavy trucks

Veise Electronics Co. Ltd
The model DF-8173 truck rearview camera from Veise uses a 1/3in Sharp color CCD image sensor and an optional 2.9mm F2.0 board lens. Horizontal resolution is 420TVL. Pixel resolutions for NTSC and PAL are 510x492 and 500x582, respectively. The camera supports AGC and works with a 12VDC±10 percent 400mA power supply. It has an IR projection distance of 30m. S/N ratio is 48dB when AGC is off. The device has a 1.0Vp-p 75ohm video output. It is IP69K-rated for water resistance. Product dimensions are 108.5x88x76.3mm and weight is 700g.