BlackVue DR550GW-2CH

BlackVue

BlackVue DR550GW-2CH

A feature packed camera but low bit rate is disappointing for the high price.

BlackVue DR550GW-2CH
5.8
Overall Score

5.8/10

Price $410
4K
Front Resolution 1920 x 1080p
CMOS
Front Sensor Sony Exmor
GPS
GPS Yes
P
Parking Mode Buffered
WiFi
Wi-Fi Yes
CH
Channels Front, Rear

Strengths

  • Good form factor
  • Buffers in parking mode

Weaknesses

  • Pixelation problem when lots of moving objects
  • Expensive

Scores

Performance

Day Video 7/10
Night Video 6/10
Reliability 6/10
Discreetness 7/10
Value 5/10
Support 4/10

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Data Sheet

Technical Specs

Overview
SpecBlackVue DR550GW-2CH
BrandBlackVue
ModelDR550GW-2CH
Channels2
Channel SetupFront, Rear
Form FactorCylindrical
Release DateJun 2013
CountryKorea
Warranty12 months
Video and Hardware
SpecBlackVue DR550GW-2CH
ProcessorHiSilicon Hi3516
Video FormatMP4
CompressionH.264
Screen SizeNo
TouchscreenNo
MountAdhesive
Power Supply12V
Battery TypeCapacitor
Features
SpecBlackVue DR550GW-2CH
Parking ModeBuffered
Wi-FiYes
GPSYes
AppsWindows, macOS, Android, iOS
Cloud ConnectivityNo
Voice CommandsNo
Storage and Durability
SpecBlackVue DR550GW-2CH
SD Card TypeMicroSD
Max Card Size64GB
Operating Temperature-20°C to 60°C
SwivelNo
Error NotificationAudio

Hardware Layout

Camera Units

Front Camera
CMOSSony Exmor
Max Resolution1920 x 1080p
FPS30
Bitrate6.0 Mbps
Viewing Angle137°
Dimensions119 x 36
HDRNo
Rear Camera
CMOSUnknown
Max Resolution1280 x 720p
FPS30
Bitrate2.0 Mbps
Viewing Angle139°
Dimensions67 x 28
HDRNo
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