The K6000 DVR is a Chinese dash cam that records 1080p at 25fps and 720p at 30fps. The video quality during the day is good and night quality is below average. The K6000 dash cam comes with a G-sensor but does not come with GPS. This is an affordable camera that runs on a Novatek processor.
Reliability for this camera has been average and it has a viewing angle of approximately 90°.
K6000 Models
There are various models available under different names. Here is a partial list.
- K6000
- X3
- HD700
Known problems
Poor Sound Recording
Many users complain of poor sound recording from this dash cam. There is no known resolution other than replacing the microphone.
Camera Hangs / Twitches
Some users complain that the camera freezes or hangs occasionally for 20 to 30 seconds. Other users complain that the video twitches / jumps and is distorted. Not all cameras are afflicted with these problems so this is likely a quality control issue given the low cost of this camera.
Mounting the camera
Standard mount
Disassembling the dash cam
Sample Videos
Day Video
Night Video
Should I Purchase?
Like most of the older Novatek based cameras, this dash cam is affordable but picture quality is not the greatest. If you like the design of this dash cam and are ok with the video quality, this cam could be a consideration.
Firmware
Currently there is no publicly known way to extract or upgrade the firmware in these dash cams. There are numerous known firmware versions that have been sold:
- 20120327
- 20120405
- 20120426
- 20120507
- 20120515
- 20120608
- 20120718
- 99140-20120730
- 2-9712-20120911
- 2-99140-20120921
- 2-G99140-20121031
- 2-G99140-20121201
- 2-99140-20121116
- 2-9712-20120911
- 2-9712-20121206
- 2-9712-20121212
Specifications
Data Sheet No specs match that search. Hardware Layout ScoresTechnical Specs
Spec K6000 Model K6000 Channels 1 Channel Setup Front Form Factor Hanging Release Date May 2012 Country China Warranty 12 months Spec K6000 Processor Novatek NT96220 Video Format AVI Compression MJPEG Screen Size 2.7" Touchscreen No Mount Suction Power Supply 5V Battery Type 300mAh Spec K6000 Parking Mode No Wi-Fi No GPS No Cloud Connectivity No Voice Commands No Spec K6000 SD Card Type MicroSD Max Card Size 32GB Operating Temperature -10°C to 60°C Swivel No Error Notification No Camera Units
CMOS Unknown Max Resolution 1280 x 720p FPS 30 Bitrate 18.0 Mbps Viewing Angle 140° Dimensions 90 x 51 x 9 HDR No Ratings
Published: Nov 29, 2012
Last Updated: May 3, 2013