Why can't sports cameras replace motorcycle dashcams

There are some similarities in design and functionality between sports cameras and motorcycle dashcams, but there are also some key differences that prevent sports cameras from completely replacing motorcycle dashcams, including the following aspects:

Working environment: The motorcycle dashcam is in a long-term working state, with high requirements for battery high temperature resistance, body stability, and explosion-proof. The sports camera basically needs to keep the shell sturdy, but cannot meet the requirements of explosion-proof and high-temperature resistance.

Endurance: Professional motorcycle recorders rely on batteries or motorcycle ACC for continuous power supply, which can meet the travel recording needs of riders without the need for charging. Sports cameras often experience battery depletion and require manual charging.

Installation method: The motorcycle recorder host is installed under the seat, and the front and rear lenses are respectively installed on the mudguard and rear of the vehicle, which is safe and concealed, and not afraid of theft. Sports cameras, on the other hand, are installed prominently on the handle or helmet and are prone to damage in the event of disputes or accidents.

Lens: The motorcycle recorder has two all metal waterproof lenses at the front and rear, with a waterproof rating of up to IP68. It is immersed in water for 24 hours before being put into production. And it adopts a full metal bracket, which can withstand sun and rain, resist oxidation and brittleness, and has a 155 degree ultra wide angle without deformation, easily covering multiple lanes. The front and rear lenses have different pixels of high-definition 720P and true high-definition 1080P to meet the needs of users. However, sports cameras only have one front lens and limited field of view. If only a rear end collision occurs, it cannot be used.

Imaging focus: Locomotive driving recorders focus on image clarity and night scenes, while motion cameras require high color reproduction of images, so the difference in imaging is relatively large. At night, motion cameras are useless and cannot capture license plates and road conditions clearly.

In summary, sports cameras have certain limitations in terms of range, installation methods, and shooting angles, making them unable to completely replace motorcycle dashcams.