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Review on ๐Ÿ“ท Haloview MC5111 5-inch 720P HD Digital Wireless Backup Camera System with 5-inch LCD Rear View Monitor, IP69K Waterproof, Reversing Built-in DVR Kit for Trucks, Trailers, Buses, RVs, Pickups, Campers, and Vans by Danny Zapata

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Wide-angle lens distorts image

Objects are MUCH closer than they appear. A wide-angle lens distorts the image so much that it cannot be used as a rear view, either on the freeway or in a parking lot. While the guide lines are parallel on the monitor, they are actually heavily distorted due to the fisheye effect. It's hard to judge the angle of the trailer. The lag is very noticeable, but acceptable. I'm towing a very short trailer (T@b 320) with a camera just above the license plate. I expect latency will be an issue with large trailers. I believe a license plate bracket would be illegal in Texas. I chose a 4 hole mount which worked well and was very secure. Overall, it's useful enough for me to use, but it would be MUCH better with a longer lens.

Pros
  • Excellent overall performance
Cons
  • Not sure