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Street Guardian SG9665GC Deluxe Kit dashcam review
Thanks to Calgary Dash Camera for supplying this unit.
Official website: http://streetguardian.info/sg9665gc-full-hd-gps-dvr.html
Product link: http://www.calgarydashcam.com/shop#...t-*Latest-Batch*/p/49909441/category=12977073
Price: $285.00CAD w/ free shipping
Review:
It’s been a while since I’ve used a camera that wasn't created by a Chinese company. Today, I am writing about the Australian-designed SG9665GC dashcam from Street Guardian. It is a camera using the Novatek NT96655 chip and Sony Exmor IMX322 CMOS sensor, which records at 1080p 30fps 15mbps.
When the SG9665GC was first released in March 2015, I wasn’t too optimistic about this model, since the Ambarella A7 units had gone down in price and generally offered better video quality than their Novatek counterparts. I started getting curious about the SG9665GC when it appeared (and still is) on the Dashcamtalk homepage rated as one of the top dashcams for video quality, reliability and support.
With regards to the video quality, the SG9665GC really delivers. The day samples are pretty good as to be expected, but the night samples blew me away (see clips below). The night footage from the SG9665GC is some of the best I’ve seen from any dashcam or action cam (personally compared against the iTronics ITB-100HD, Mobius B, Mobius C2, Mini 0806, Xiaomi Yi, Dome, etc.). The SG9665GC is an ideal dashcam based on its small and discrete form factor, as well as the fact that it houses a super capacitor instead of a battery. This unit also comes with an external GPS logger that captures speed and location data (download Registrator Viewer to access).
There aren’t any major flaws with this unit but I would have much preferred an internal GPS design for a cleaner, simpler installation. Also, the SG9665GC is made from hard black plastic, which made me feel like I was holding an A118/B40 at first. A rubberized or soft touch finish like the iTronics or Mobius would have given the unit a more premium feel.
The $285 for this unit is a little steep but it’s not the most expensive out there if you are cross-shopping for an iTronics, Blackvue, Lukas, etc. The “Deluxe Kit” comes with a ton of accessories to beef up the value; everything you need to install the camera and more (minus a CPL filter). From my experience, you also get some A+ customer service and worry-free replacement warranty. Overall, the SG9665GC is hands down a great dashcam and one that I would continue using based on form factor, video quality, and reliability.
Note: the list of retailers for Street Guardian units is extremely exclusive and I believe CDC is the only retailer offering the SG9665GC to Canada. Luckily, purchasing local means warranty and shipping won’t be as much of a pita.
Original sample clips:
Unboxing and installed photos:
Specifications and features list:
• Street Guardian 1080p30 DVR
• Processor: Novatek NT96655
• Lens: 7 Element Metal body all Glass lens, 135° diagonal viewing angle
• CMOS sensor: Sony Exmor IMX322
• Video resolution: Full HD 1080P at 30fps @ 15Mbit/sec
• Video format: H.264 compression, MOV format
• LCD display: 1.5-inch HD TFT screen
• Microphone: Built-in, on/off menu selectable
• Speaker: Built in
• Storage media: SDHC MicroSD card, 32GB Class10 recommended (included), 64GB maximum
• Gapless recording: Supported
• Recording cycle: Menu selectable 1 min/3 min/5 min
• Date stamped video: Supported
• Custom user text: Supported
• Motion detection: Supported
• Soft shutdown: Supported, last file save and soft shutdown
• Screen saver: Supported, menu selectable 3 minutes, 1 minute, off
• Night mode: Wide dynamic range (WDR)
• Built-in G-sensor: Yes, with adjustable sensitivity
• Incident file protect: Automatic by G-Sensor/Manual emergency by button
• GPS: Included (external)
• GPS time and date sync: Supported
• Exposure compensation: Menu selectable -2.0 to 2.0
• White balance: Auto
• Language: English/Spanish/Russian/Portuguese/German/Italian/Japanese/French/Simplified Chinese/Traditional Chinese
• Output mode: mini USB 5-pin port and DC 5V
• Power supply: Fail-safe Super Capacitor
• RTC: Supported
• Dimensions/weight (LxWxH): 72 x 52 x 43mm(excluding the bracket)
• Unit Net Weight: 78g
Box contents:
• Street Guardian SG9665GC
• 12V Power Cord - Plug into your Car's Cigarette Power Port
• Adhesive Mount (x2)
• Cord Cover - Achieve that professional OEM installation look
• Carrying Bag - Protect your DashCam on the go or while stored
• Cord Clips - Keep those wires tucked away & neat!
• 32GB microSD Card - High Quality 32GB Kingston microSD card included
• microSD Card Reader - MicroSD KeyChain Card Reader included!
• Manual - Paper English Instruction Manual Booklet
• SG-GPS logger - External GPS Logger, capture speed and location data for use with registratorviewer.com (5.9.0.4 and above)
• 3M Bracket Removal String - Use String Between 3M Adhesive Bracket and Glass for easy removal.
• OTG MicroSD / SD Card reader (MicroUSB / USB), allows to playback video directly on your Android Smartphone.
• Double-shielded cigarette lighter charger cable. Reduces FM / AM Radio interference.
• EVA Foam pads for dashcam mount / holder
• Extra 3M adhesive pads for camera mount, cord cover, and GPS
• Trim removal tool :cheesygri
• Alcohol wipes
• Stickers
Thanks to Calgary Dash Camera for supplying this unit.
Official website: http://streetguardian.info/sg9665gc-full-hd-gps-dvr.html
Product link: http://www.calgarydashcam.com/shop#...t-*Latest-Batch*/p/49909441/category=12977073
Price: $285.00CAD w/ free shipping
Review:
It’s been a while since I’ve used a camera that wasn't created by a Chinese company. Today, I am writing about the Australian-designed SG9665GC dashcam from Street Guardian. It is a camera using the Novatek NT96655 chip and Sony Exmor IMX322 CMOS sensor, which records at 1080p 30fps 15mbps.
When the SG9665GC was first released in March 2015, I wasn’t too optimistic about this model, since the Ambarella A7 units had gone down in price and generally offered better video quality than their Novatek counterparts. I started getting curious about the SG9665GC when it appeared (and still is) on the Dashcamtalk homepage rated as one of the top dashcams for video quality, reliability and support.
With regards to the video quality, the SG9665GC really delivers. The day samples are pretty good as to be expected, but the night samples blew me away (see clips below). The night footage from the SG9665GC is some of the best I’ve seen from any dashcam or action cam (personally compared against the iTronics ITB-100HD, Mobius B, Mobius C2, Mini 0806, Xiaomi Yi, Dome, etc.). The SG9665GC is an ideal dashcam based on its small and discrete form factor, as well as the fact that it houses a super capacitor instead of a battery. This unit also comes with an external GPS logger that captures speed and location data (download Registrator Viewer to access).
There aren’t any major flaws with this unit but I would have much preferred an internal GPS design for a cleaner, simpler installation. Also, the SG9665GC is made from hard black plastic, which made me feel like I was holding an A118/B40 at first. A rubberized or soft touch finish like the iTronics or Mobius would have given the unit a more premium feel.
The $285 for this unit is a little steep but it’s not the most expensive out there if you are cross-shopping for an iTronics, Blackvue, Lukas, etc. The “Deluxe Kit” comes with a ton of accessories to beef up the value; everything you need to install the camera and more (minus a CPL filter). From my experience, you also get some A+ customer service and worry-free replacement warranty. Overall, the SG9665GC is hands down a great dashcam and one that I would continue using based on form factor, video quality, and reliability.
Note: the list of retailers for Street Guardian units is extremely exclusive and I believe CDC is the only retailer offering the SG9665GC to Canada. Luckily, purchasing local means warranty and shipping won’t be as much of a pita.
Original sample clips:
Unboxing and installed photos:
Specifications and features list:
• Street Guardian 1080p30 DVR
• Processor: Novatek NT96655
• Lens: 7 Element Metal body all Glass lens, 135° diagonal viewing angle
• CMOS sensor: Sony Exmor IMX322
• Video resolution: Full HD 1080P at 30fps @ 15Mbit/sec
• Video format: H.264 compression, MOV format
• LCD display: 1.5-inch HD TFT screen
• Microphone: Built-in, on/off menu selectable
• Speaker: Built in
• Storage media: SDHC MicroSD card, 32GB Class10 recommended (included), 64GB maximum
• Gapless recording: Supported
• Recording cycle: Menu selectable 1 min/3 min/5 min
• Date stamped video: Supported
• Custom user text: Supported
• Motion detection: Supported
• Soft shutdown: Supported, last file save and soft shutdown
• Screen saver: Supported, menu selectable 3 minutes, 1 minute, off
• Night mode: Wide dynamic range (WDR)
• Built-in G-sensor: Yes, with adjustable sensitivity
• Incident file protect: Automatic by G-Sensor/Manual emergency by button
• GPS: Included (external)
• GPS time and date sync: Supported
• Exposure compensation: Menu selectable -2.0 to 2.0
• White balance: Auto
• Language: English/Spanish/Russian/Portuguese/German/Italian/Japanese/French/Simplified Chinese/Traditional Chinese
• Output mode: mini USB 5-pin port and DC 5V
• Power supply: Fail-safe Super Capacitor
• RTC: Supported
• Dimensions/weight (LxWxH): 72 x 52 x 43mm(excluding the bracket)
• Unit Net Weight: 78g
Box contents:
• Street Guardian SG9665GC
• 12V Power Cord - Plug into your Car's Cigarette Power Port
• Adhesive Mount (x2)
• Cord Cover - Achieve that professional OEM installation look
• Carrying Bag - Protect your DashCam on the go or while stored
• Cord Clips - Keep those wires tucked away & neat!
• 32GB microSD Card - High Quality 32GB Kingston microSD card included
• microSD Card Reader - MicroSD KeyChain Card Reader included!
• Manual - Paper English Instruction Manual Booklet
• SG-GPS logger - External GPS Logger, capture speed and location data for use with registratorviewer.com (5.9.0.4 and above)
• 3M Bracket Removal String - Use String Between 3M Adhesive Bracket and Glass for easy removal.
• OTG MicroSD / SD Card reader (MicroUSB / USB), allows to playback video directly on your Android Smartphone.
• Double-shielded cigarette lighter charger cable. Reduces FM / AM Radio interference.
• EVA Foam pads for dashcam mount / holder
• Extra 3M adhesive pads for camera mount, cord cover, and GPS
• Trim removal tool :cheesygri
• Alcohol wipes
• Stickers