Aftermarket rear view cameras

[rolade01]

I have installed an aftermarket 7" 2 DIN DVD/GPS deck that has an input for a rear view camera. I have been looking at aftermarket cameras of all types and found this one:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi ... 3D1&_rdc=1.

This is one of the most inconspicuous cameras I've seen. It mounts in one of the license plate light holes, but it's for an X-Trail. Would anyone know if this would be the same size as the Rogue license plate light?

Thanks

[kerrton]

Hi There,

The ad says it's designed for the X-Trail and the Qashqai which is the Europen version of the Rogue. The problem is the sheetmetal and exterior design between the Rogue and Qashqai is slightly different so I can't say for certain if the license plate lights are the same size. For $27 dollars maybe it's worth a try.

The area where this sensor is mounted does look very similar between the Rogue and Qashqai:





But that's a pretty rough conclusion, perhaps you could also ask the seller if this would fit the Rogue?

[kots1]

I would stay away from CMOS. it is an inferior quality. expect to pay at least $80 for decent quality camera. I have mine installed very discreetly. Please refer to this thread for details:
post5185008.html

BTW, I lost my email address for my old username and have to create another account. so my current username is different from the one on that thread.

I have installed an aftermarket 7" 2 DIN DVD/GPS deck that has an input for a rear view camera. I have been looking at aftermarket cameras of all types and found this one:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi ... 3D1&_rdc=1.

This is one of the most inconspicuous cameras I've seen. It mounts in one of the license plate light holes, but it's for an X-Trail. Would anyone know if this would be the same size as the Rogue license plate light?

Thanks

[going rogue]

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[insomnia816]

you mean something like this?

[rolade01]

you mean something like this?

Hi insomnia816 - That looks great, it's exactly what I am looking for , where did you get it and how much did it cost.

[Native2PS]

I bought this camera on ebay for $35, and installed it to my Kenwood DNX 6140, not that hidden, but blends right in on black, very nice picture quality, I'm happy with it

[rolade01]

you mean something like this?

Hi insomnia816 - That looks great, it's exactly what I am looking for , where did you get it and how much did it cost.

Does anyone other than insomnia816 have this type of camera installed. I haven't heard back and I'm still trying to source one out. If you have one (with or without license plate LED) could you let me know - thanks in advance.

[ErMasta]

I have the one that sits on the license plate but now im wondering if i could trim the excess and mount it like insomnia did with double sided tape Hmmmmm


I am going to check it out when i get home.

[insomnia816]

rolade01: Sorry but even if I can get one I would still not going to install it to mine. It looks wierd. Just simple as that. I have also been thinking the best spot to put the rear view camera with many positions. Here's what I think would be the best location for the camera.

1) The rear windshield water sprayer. You know. The little black knob beside the third breaking light is perhaps a good location to mount it. Sacrafice - no more windshield sprayer

2) If you have the spoiler installed. I would get one of these and install on the right side under the spoiler.







3) If neither 1) or 2) is achievable. I would go for install the infra one inside the rear windshield just above this panel

Courtesy of Elton Noway

[Elton Noway]

I would stay away from CMOS. it is an inferior quality. expect to pay at least $80 for decent quality camera.

In addition to the cameras technology issues like CMOS versus CCD you should also consider the type of lens material. Some cheaper systems have plastic lenses while the better ones use glass. Maybe even more important is is being aware of the cameras field of view and if it has night vision capability. Some cameras are limited to 120 degrees, and some have no night vision (or are limited at best). Better cameras have a field of view of 150 to 170 degrees (or more ) ... and eventually we'll all find ourselves backing up at night time sooner or later.

Due to the popularity of rear view cameras there are tons of them to pick from. Be aware some are just cheap copies with inferior components so the manufacturer can make a quick buck. Do your research. A quick glance at eBay found tons of them... both CCD and CMOS etc. Two examples:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Nissan-A ... 230a09756d

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NISSAN-Q ... 414dd0be9d