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Kapture SmartDrive 501 review

Kapture SmartDrive 501

CHOICE Expert Rating

64%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  •   Parking mode ( requires hardwiring to power )
  •   Can shoot still photos
  •   Voice control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, FM audio transmission
  •   Suction mount allows easy relocation of camera
  •   Very good instructions
  •   Very easy to adjust camera orientation
Bad points

Bad Points

  •   Cannot stamp GPS location onto video
  •   Tight to secure and release

Recommended products

Recommended
Not recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
64%
Picture quality – daylight score
55%
Picture quality – night driving score
55%
Ease of use score
68%
Heat test score
100%
Year tested
2023

Related products

Availability
Discontinued model

Specifications

Shop Ethical rating
Internal battery
Super capacitor
Angle of view
150°
4K video
HD video
60 fps
Mounting method
Suction mount
Manufacturer recommended memory card (minimum specs)
microSD class 10
Weight (g)
154
Dimensions (cm, H x W x D)
7.5 x 13.5 x 4
Country of origin
China
Website
kapturecam.com.au

Cost

Price
$279.00

Features

Built-in display
Screen
Memory card included
N/A
Rear camera
Parking mode
Yes (requires hardwiring kit)
Stamps GPS map location and speed data on video
Shoot still photos

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