What Are The Different Types of Dash Cam?

You might have seen a lot of traffic videos that were caught on a dash cam recently and this might have prompted you to consider getting one for yourself. It is truly an ingenious little device that has helped keep the roads of Australia safer for everyone. Here are a few basic types of dashboard cams you can choose from:

The Different Types of Dash Cam

No. 1: Basic dash camera. So as the name implies, this kind of camera has the most rudimentary features available such as simple video recording and memory storage. It is considered to be the most convenient and affordable type of camera you can purchase. This is perfect for those people who are not really technologically inclined. It can be installed, programmed and then you can forget about it because it will be able to start recording videos as soon as your vehicle ignites, so no more tinkering with it beforehand. If you are not financially ready to commit to a sophisticated model or if you just urgently need a device now, then this is the safest bet for you.

No. 2: Dashboard cams with distinct features. If you have extra budget on your hands and you are willing to splurge then getting a dash camera with special features might do you some good.  A few examples of the extra features you might want to get are audio recording (some basic dash cameras are not equipped with this), GPS location logging (the camera will be able to locate your car’s whereabouts and store the information in the video footage itself), accelerometers (this could give proof of your driving speed, which can be helpful during legal disputes), and video locking features just to name a few.

No. 3: Dual Camera. There are specifically designed dash cams that are equipped with two cameras in a single unit, which could provide both exterior and interior views of the car. This is a very efficient type of camera because it could help you monitor who utilises your car and how they are handling themselves inside of it. This is a powerful feature that could help you learn certain driving habits of family members or even identify car thieves.

Generally, most dash cameras are just hard-wired into the electrical system of the vehicle, while there are other models that utilises the car’s cigarette lighter socket as its power source and some even have lithium ion batteries that could be recharged. Those are just some of the niftiest types of dashboard camera out in the market right now that you can choose from. Just identify your needs and examine the perks of each device before you make a decision.