Types Of Backup Camera
Backup camera also known as reversing camera is a CCTV camera that is mounted on the rear of the vehicle. It is either connected to infotainment screen or monitor in the rear-view mirror. It allows drivers to see vehicles, animals, people and things behind their vehicles. The reversing/Backup camera can save lives and prevent damage to your vehicle. It helps vehicle owners save money by avoiding minor accidents.
Let’s have a look at different types of backup cameras available in the market today.
RV Backup camera/Box camera
RV backup camera which is also called as Box camera is manufactured for RVs, 5 the wheels, trailers, etc. These cameras come with mounting brackets.
License plate camera
This type of camera is mounted on vehicle’s license plate hole. You don’t need to drill any new hole in your car to attach this camera to your vehicle. License plate camera is designed for trucks, cars, RVs campers, trailers and other vehicles. It is easy to install and offers wide view angle. All license plate cameras have automatic night-vision LEDs.
Side view camera
Side view cameras are designed to be mounted at the side of the vehicle. These cameras are manufactured for large vehicles such as semi-trucks, trailers and RVs that have limited visibility. With the help of these cameras, large vehicle drivers can easily and safely change lanes on the highway.
Dash camera
Dash camera is mounted on the dashboard. These cameras are perfect for drivers that drive vehicles many miles a day. Dash cameras show what really happened in case of an accident. They save vehicle drivers from legal hassles such as insurance fraud, theft, road rage, etc.
Surface mounted camera
Surface mounted cameras are designed to be mounted on any surface that is flat. They work well with large vehicles.
Flush mounted camera
You need to drill a hole in your vehicle in order to mount this type of backup camera. It does not provide as much depth as provided by the surface mounted camera.