Best HD Mirror Cameras

DLINKS dash cameras stand out from other models with a superior clarity and a myriad of valuable features. With a premium build and a high-quality display, the R100 boasts clear coverage and can completely replace your rear-view mirror. The thing is, it’s covered with a mirrored glass panel which works just like any normal mirror should. Its design is extremely clever and the camera is so inconspicuous that most people will not even notice it. It’s super slim and remains stealthy while providing you with additional protection from wrongful accusations for insurance purposes.

The built-in 5-inch IPS screen is where the KDLINKS R100 excels. It’s located on the left side of the mirror, so the video does not interfere with driving. You’ll be able to shift your focus to the display and still see what will be happening around. It’s worth mentioning that this unit not only records the front but the rear as well. The front camera has an amazing 1296P resolution while the wide-angle rear camera records in 1080P for the full HD coverage. One of the great features is that you can always switch the display from “Front” to “Rear” or choose both “Front and Rear” by pushing the “Up” arrow at the bottom of the mirror. Both cameras provide excellent video quality and thanks to the 6-glass lens design and wide dynamic range (WDR), they give you high-definition videos both in the daytime and the nighttime.

The Auto-off function is a unique addition allowing the R100 to automatically turn off the camera screen if it does not sense movement from thirty seconds up to five minutes (you can select in the menu). This way, you’ll be able to take the full advantage of the large rear-view mirror allowing you to capture more blind spots behind. Yet, the interesting features don’t end here. Keep on reading and discover more.

The AUTO-VOX M8 is a well-created combo of a dash camera and a rear camera. The main selling point is that it has an extra-large 6.8-inch LCD display sitting dead center in the mirror. The screen is bright and large enough to replace the mirror behind it. But it performs much more functions that a regular mirror. Using the intuitive touchscreen, you can playback recorded videos, switch between dash cam features, as well as watch a live feed from the front and reverse cameras. The standard overlay shows the storage used, recorded time, battery life, date, microphone status, and some other useful information on what’s going on. But if you want the full view of the mirror, you can power off the screen and the cameras will still keep rolling.

The front camera has a 140° wide-angle lens that captures a full view of the road. It’s capable of recording full HD 1296P videos in 1080P x 720P resolution. It boasts the super night vision to ensure a clear and smooth image 24/7. With a 6-glass lens and a sensitive image processor, it does capture all small and essential details. Additionally, the unit has one more camera that sits at the rear. The rear camera has a 180° angle lens that provides a very comprehensive view for reversing. It’s IP68 water-resistant and will survive even a heavy rain.

We really like how the AUTO-VOX M8 attaches to the existing rear-view mirror. It’s fitted with two bands that need to be pulled over your original mirror. In case you hear a rattling noise, you should just tighten the back straps. That’s it.

Need a budget-friendly mirror dashcam? TOGUARD offers you an extra-cheap yet extra-stylish backup camera that will catch every moment in high-resolution video format. It can simultaneously record Full HD 1080P front view videos and 480P rear videos, delivering you the best footage anytime. The front camera has a 170° wide-angle lens, whereas the rear dash cam has a 120° lens to keep your car's safety from any side. And if for some reason you don’t want to hook up the rear camera, the front cam will still work.

Probably the main selling point of this camera is its large display. It really offers one of the widest screens for dash cams on the market. The videos will be displayed on the 7-inch IPS screen. So if you want a large, clear display, then this one may be a smart choice. The screen is touch sensitive, very responsive, and easy to navigate. It has a one-key switching design, meaning you can quickly switch the five viewing modes with a single button. After turning off the display, the unit turns into a rear-view mirror. Boasting 2.5D advanced anti-glare glass mirror, it performs even better than regular mirrors.

The Pruveeo D700 is another good-quality HD rear-view mirror dash cam that comes at a very affordable price tag. For less than $60, you can get decent rearview and dash cameras that can prove your innocence in case of an accident and increase your safety when you’re reversing. It’s capable of displaying both video streams simultaneously, so you can watch them in the picture-in-picture display. But if you wish, you can always switch to the full-screen display or front /rear view.

The display is as large as 7 inches to deliver you highly-detailed pictures. The front camera has a 150-degree angle lens and can record videos in 1080P resolution. Of course, the video quality of the rear camera isn’t that high - the clarity is a bit grainy. Still, it’s quite enough for the reverse motion. And when the R gear is engaged, the unit will automatically display the parking image in the full view.

Although the video feed takes up the entire screen, you will be able to focus your eyes so as to disregard the video feed. The mirror is clear and not tinted. It’s also worth mentioning that the camera has no G-shock sensor and can’t lock important videos automatically, yet you can do it manually from the touchscreen. If you’re a kind of a person who doesn’t want to pay an arm and leg for ultra-sophisticated cameras, this is a good investment.

The Official HD Mirror Cam has quite a lot going for it, even though it doesn't record Full HD video. What it somewhat lacks in the quality of recorded footage, it more than makes up for it by its ability to record in the radius of 360 degrees allowing you to see what's happening both outside and inside your vehicle. Besides, most customers acknowledge that the 720P is sufficient enough to see all details, so the camera has all the markings for becoming your "eyes" on the road, saving you from insurance claims, legal bills, fights, and lawsuits, if you're being innocent.

Now, let's say a few words about how this mirror cam works. All is simple, really. The camera starts recording automatically once you start the ignition and stops recording the moment you turn the ignition off. Plus, like a majority of HD cameras, this one has a motion detection function that allows you to record accidents, should one happen when you're being away from your car. All video files are stored on a micro SD card and can be easily uploaded to your computer via a standard USB port. What's notable is that you can also use the One-Touch Photo Snap function to snap photos of objects around your vehicle, which may come in handy if, say, you need to take a pic of a car's license plate in front of you.

The unit has a built-in 2.5” LCD screen for playback. Owing to the Ambient Light Sensor, the display is automatically adjusted according to the ambient light to deliver you a crystal-clear view under any conditions. Also, the camera features Night Vision LED that provide enough clarity for night driving. For the price, you really get a bit more than expected.