I previously installed an aftermarket Kenwood stereo in my 2003 Ford Expedition, and I also installed 4 cameras and a video switcher to allow me to have great visibility while driving. I particularly love the cameras under the side view mirrors that automatically appear on the screen when the turn signals are activated. However, the backup camera started cutting out and frequently would not show an image at all. I tried to replace just the camera with a 2nd one of the same model that I had for a different project, but it appears my issue was in the wiring between the camera and the display. This is a bit of an involved installation as I had to disassemble most of the tailgate, run the video wire through the factory grommet which doesn't have much space (dish soap was very helpful to lubricate the grommet and wire), and then route the wire from the back of the vehicle to the front hiding it under the door jambs and through the dash to the display. It took me a few hours to do all of that, but the new camera worked perfectly. The quality of the image is very good, and the cost of the unit was very competitive. I appreciate the multiple mounting options, and I chose to attach it to the rear of the license plate using the provided bracket. It looks great and doesn't interfere with the latch for opening the tailgate. We have had a couple of rainstorms, and the waterproofing of the camera seems to be as expected with no issues. I recommend this camera to anyone looking to add a new camera or replace a defective aftermarket unit! Read more
Solid back-up camera. Comes with an 8 meter RCA + Power cable, and the camera side has its own cable which is also about a meter long. I've installed 2 of these now on full size trucks. I like that the license plate bracket tucks behind the license plate so the install looks tidy and clean. The only feature I can't commend on is the AHD resolution as neither of the head units I used support it. However the "normal" lower resolution looks good. The night vision is effective. The only suggestion I would make for improvement is to also include a ground along with the power on the 8 meter cable. As it comes you either need to ground the camera somewhere within about a meter of where you mount it, or you'll need to provide your own extra ground wire to extend it. Personally I prefer to grab my power and ground both at the dashboard rather than grounding with a self-tapper somewhere at the back of the vehicle. Read more
I have been using this backup camera for a while and I am really satisfied with the image quality. The 170° wide angle almost eliminates blind spots while parking. Its metal housing feels very durable and works perfectly in rain and cold weather. The performance is excellent for the price, and I definitely recommend it. Read more
I picked up this HD backup camera to add to one of my vehicles, and it ended up working really well. The metal housing feels solid and much better than the cheap plastic ones I’ve used before. Installation was simple, and the license-plate mount lined up without any issues. The picture quality is surprisingly clear for the price — both during the day and at night. The wide 170° angle gives a good view behind the vehicle without distorting everything. It also handles rain and car washes with no problems so far thanks to the waterproof design. Overall, it’s a solid, affordable upgrade if you need a reliable backup camera that’s easy to install and built to last. Read more
This camera works perfectly with the KENWOOD multi-media receiver I recently installed in our 2009 Impala. The resolution is excellent and the camera is well constructed. I did not use the included license plate frame, although the provided one is of good quality. I made my own mounting solution. The cameras form factor makes it easy to mount. Overall, a great little camera. Read more
Great camera. Super easy to set up and provides amazing picture quality Read more
Video Quality: I installed the Pixelman backup camera, and the video clarity is very good. Color is ok, and I’m fortunate I can increase the color setting on my head unit. Dynamic range is decent and does not blow out from what I’ve seen so far. Night time video is ok, but much better than the Autovox CMD24 camera which was useable, but very grainy/noisy. Frame rate is smooth. Reliability: I have this installed with constant 12v power when the car is on, and this has not given me any issues for the past two weeks of driving. Form Factor: The camera is small, but not as small as the Autovox CMD24. I believe it still achieves the discreet appearance I was looking for. Installation: Installation is straightforward, and one of my reasons to purchase this specific camera is the slim 4-pin connections to minimize the cut into my grommet. I purchased a 4-pin extension cable to route the supplied power converter near the fuse box and replaced the supplied video rca with a smaller cable since the fuse box is in close proximity to the head unit. Please note it seems not many backup cameras’ power converter includes a female rca connection, as the rca cable is usually hardwired with a very long cable. Value: This camera seems like a very good value for the price ($30 around the time of this review) Customer Service: Very responsive when I requested the free offer of a video monitor to test, since I was not able to install the camera immediately after purchase. Additional Details for Reference: Some details to help understand my review perspective: - installed on Porsche 911 997.1 - using Alpine ilx-w650 to view backup camera (480p screen) -have used on sunny days, nighttime, and inclement weather (rainy) Read more
