The Waylens Horizon is an interior-mounted car camera that records HD video from the driver?s perspective. While you might be inclined to consider the Horizon another dash-cam clone, its features and functionality separate it from the majority of the pack; for example, it uses an OBD-II dongle to capture vehicle data and overlay that information over the video feed. While OBD-II data overlay has been among the feature sets of more expensive setups for years, it?s never been as affordable?or as seamlessly integrated?until now.
We were provided a Horizon unit for review recently. At first glance, its architecture represents a radical departure from just about every other camera on the market. Its conical shape is curious, but the form factor allows for a 1.39-inch AMOLED display without adding significant bulk to the entire package. It also provides enough room to house a seven-element aspherical lens and a 1/1.8-inch backlit image sensor. This all translates into a very high-quality 1080p image with good low-light performance compared with many competitors.
The interesting aesthetic can also create its own set of challenges, particularly mounting; the options are limited because of the unique design as well as the accessories. The single suction-cup mount attaches to the camera unit via a quick-disconnect mechanism. The camera is then powered and charged through this suction-cup assembly, effectively eliminating other mounting options for continuous usage. The mount itsel...