Can a Dash Cam See Inside the Car?
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A dash cam is only responsible for recording the road conditions in front of the vehicle, and some dash cams can also achieve dual recording of both front and rear views. However, whether it is a single-lens or dual-lens dash cam, it cannot see or record the interior of the car. Below is a related introduction to dash cams: 1. A single-lens dash cam only records the road conditions in front of the vehicle through the camera on the device itself. This type of dash cam has fewer components, is easy to install, and is relatively affordable and practical. 2. A dual-lens dash cam adds a rear camera to the single-lens setup, enabling it to record both front and rear views. However, the rear camera is not very useful. This type of dash cam is more expensive, has more components, is complex to install, and has a higher failure rate. Additionally, if a dual-lens dash cam is used as a streaming rearview mirror, the distortion from the rear camera can be significant, potentially misleading the driver and causing misjudgment of distances, which poses certain safety risks.
I've been driving for over ten years, and dash cams are mainly fixed on the windshield with the lens facing outward, focusing entirely on the road to capture accidents or violations, hardly seeing what's happening inside the car. Unless you specifically opt for a high-end version with dual lenses—one facing outward and one inward—then you can monitor the interior, such as checking passenger safety or driver behavior. I've seen fellow car enthusiasts share online that you need to buy a more professional model and adjust the installation position carefully to avoid capturing private areas, otherwise, it could easily lead to disputes. Additionally, battery life and storage capacity are crucial for long-term recording without lag or dropped frames. I recommend that a standard model is sufficient for most, unless there's a special need like ride-hailing services, then consider a dual-lens system, though it comes with higher maintenance costs like regular dust cleaning.
