Top 10 Best Kenwood Backup Cameras
for December 2023

The Kenwood DDX5707S is our favorite double DIN car stereo. It lets you listen to your favorite music, access SiriusXM Radio, and view images from your backup camera on your touchscreen display. It also has Android Auto compatibility. It plays high resolution FLAC audio files, so you can listen to music in high quality. It has Apple Car Play compatibility, so you can play your favorite music, make calls, send and receive text messages, and get directions from Apple Maps on your touchscreen display. It has Bluetooth connectivity, so you can listen to audio from compatible devices. The receiver has two USB ports, so you can play back music, movies, and videos, and plug in a USB flash drive. The Kenwood DDX5707S is easy to install. It comes with an A/V cable, connector wires, and a CD with installation instructions. The receiver has an integrated amplifier. It has an auxiliary input, so you can plug a compatible device into this input and listen to music. The built-in FM/AM radio tuner has 40 presets. The receiver has a CD player. It has an AUX-in input, so you can plug your iPod or MP3 player into this unit and listen to it through the speakers. The receiver has a subwoofer out, so you can add a powered subwoofer to the unit. The receiver has an AUX-in port, so you can plug an MP3 player into this unit and listen to the audio through the speakers. It has an A/V input, so you can plug an A/V device into this unit and play back the video on the receiver's display. The receiver has a video output, so you can plug a compatible video device into this unit and play back the video on the receiver's display. The receiver has a backup camera input, so you can plug a compatible backup camera into this unit and display the image on the receiver's touchscreen display. The receiver has a microphone input, so you can plug in a microphone into this unit and listen to the audio through the receiver's speakers. The receiver has an audio out, so you can plug an audio device into this unit and play the audio through the receiver's speakers.

If you're looking for an inexpensive dash camera that accepts microSD cards, the Kenwood CMOS-740HD is hard to beat. It's easy to set up, and the menus are straightforward and intuitive. And the video is crisp and clear, even in low-light conditions. The 640x360 resolution is high enough that you won't see any pixelation or blurring, even as you zoom in on the action. The CMOS-740HD records videos at 30 frames per second, and the picture stabilization does a good job of reducing blur from bumps in the road. The infrared night vision is decent, but not great, and the camera only works in daylight. An auto-off timer prevents the camera from recording while you're on the road, and there's a lock switch to help secure the camera in place.

The Kenwood CMOS-230 is a universal CMOS backup camera that fits most vehicles. It's compact, waterproof, and supports up to 1/3.6" sensors, so it works with most backup cameras from other manufacturers. It can connect to up to 4 cameras, so you can connect up to 4 cameras (the camera's lens must cover all of the cameras' lenses). The Kenwood has several different mounting bases to choose from, so you can choose the one that best fits your vehicle. The Kenwood provides higher quality video than the cheaper backup cameras we tested, and images look clear, sharp, and colorful. The Kenwood's night vision is good, and it's one of the only backup cameras we tested that provides a live preview. The Kenwood is easy to install, and the video and images are easy to share.

The Kenwood CMOS-320 is one of the least expensive multi-angle cameras we've seen, but it's a decent performer. It has 1/3.6" colour CMOS sensor and 330,000 effective pixels, which is more than enough for capturing crisp, detailed images. It's easy to use, and the included mounting bracket makes mounting the camera to your vehicle a breeze. The included 4.92ft (1.5m) camera cord is long enough for most vehicles, but shorter or longer cables are available. The CMOS-320 has a range of lens and shooting angles, and you can adjust these angles manually or automatically using the included app. The CMOS-320's wide-angle lens captures more scenery, but we found that the camera tended to overexpose the image, especially outdoors. The CMOS-320 also takes photos in 1080p HD, which is more than sufficient for most drivers.

The Kenwood KMC-130 is a no-frills, rear-view camera, but its 380,000-pixel sensor and 2.46-foot cable make it versatile enough for many uses. It has a wide viewing angle, and the LCD is easy to read. The cable is long enough, but we found the camera's mounting base to be somewhat flimsy. The cable can be routed underneath the vehicle if preferred, but I found the cable's exposed length somewhat distracting. The KMC-130 has basic features, including the ability to turn off the LCD and save power. It also has a drive mode that adjusts for night driving, and the camera has a privacy mode that turns off the display and limits the viewing angle. The KMC-130 has dual video outputs, and both outputs are sent to the rear-view and backup cameras. The KMC-130 can be connected to the included USB cable and then to a computer or a vehicle's diagnostic port; however, the KMC-130's cable is too short to connect it to a vehicle's diagnostic port. The KMC-130 works with most vehicles made since 1997.

The License Plate Frame Backup Camera (LK-0027) is one of the simplest backup camera options we tested. It installs easily and can be removed just as easily, but it also offers some of the highest-quality video of any backup camera we tested. The License Plate Frame Backup Camera's video is sharp, clear, and vivid, and the color looks natural, not washed out. The License Plate Frame Backup Camera's mount is sturdy and attaches securely to your vehicle's license plate frame, so it's secure no matter what. The License Plate Frame Backup Camera is easy to install, and it comes with everything you need, including a 12-volt power cable, a 9-volt battery clip, a flexible cable, a 3.5-millimeter, 6-foot cable, and a compact, powerful 4-amp power supply. The License Plate Frame Backup Camera's dual 8-watt LED lights are bright enough to see at night, and they work with both NTSC and PAL systems. The License Plate Frame Backup Camera's video quality, size, and weight make it a great option if you want a backup camera but don't want to spend a lot of money.

The PixelMan PMD2A is a very solid, reliable backup camera, and it's the most advanced model that we've seen. It's designed to work with both analog and digital signal inputs, and it's compatible with both 4K and 1080p systems, but it's not compatible with Apple or Android devices. It's easy to install and it uses a rearview camera bracket that's compatible with all vehicles. The housing is metal, so it's more durable than plastic models, and it can withstand rain, snow, and freezing temperatures. The wide angle lens captures more images, so the camera is less susceptible to signal interference, and the video is clearer, brighter, and more detailed than video from most backup cameras. The night vision is extremely impressive (and the camera has infrared LEDs), and the video is reasonably sharp. The auto night vision function works well, and the video is clearer in low light than any of our previous picks. The PixelMan PMD2A's biggest drawback is its high price, but if you're only looking for a backup camera, it's well worth the investment.

This is one of the coolest backup cameras we've ever tested. The license plate frame design makes it look less like a camera, and it doesn't cover up your license plate. The wide-angle 170-degree lens gives you a wide view, and there's a 180-degree view as well. The night vision mode is decent, but not as good as other cameras we've tested. The backup camera has 8 LEDs that flash in bright daylight and at night, so it's visible even in broad daylight. The backup camera is waterproof, shockproof, and dustproof. It's perfect for cars, SUVs, trucks, and vans. The backup camera is easy to install, just follow the instructions. The only drawback is that you can't install the camera behind the license plate, so you have to install it in front of the license plate.

The eRapta ERT11 License Plate Camera offers slightly better video quality than our former top pick, the Arlo Pro 2, and it's more affordable, too. The eRapta's image quality is a little sharper and clearer than Arlo Pro 2's, and it offers a wider range of viewing angles, up to 149ëš. The eRapta's video quality isn't as crisp as that of the Arlo Pro 2's, but it's plenty clear enough for most everyday uses. Unfortunately, the eRapta's image quality is inconsistent, especially when it's in low-light conditions. The eRapta's night vision image is dark, and some of the detail in objects behind them is washed out, too. The eRapta also isn't as reliable or as easy to set up as the Arlo Pro 2. It's easy to mount the eRapta to your car's license plate, but it's challenging to get it to stay positioned properly. Plus, the eRapta's Wi-Fi signal is less stable than the Arlo Pro 2's. And unlike our former top pick, the eRapta's battery isn't rechargeable, so you'll need to purchase a replacement battery.

The ZeroXClub 2021 HD Backup Camera for Truck and SUV is a reliable, compact, and relatively inexpensive backup camera that makes it easy to monitor what's behind you on the road. The lens is wide, and the camera's night vision is bright and clear. The 2021 HD supports parking mode, forward facing mode, and reverse facing mode, and it provides two way audio, too. The 2021 HD's night vision mode is underwhelming, though; we experienced some blurriness in low light, and the camera's contrast, color, and sharpness are also subpar. The 2021 HD's audio is loud and clear, but the microphone isn't very good, so the sound can sometimes get muffled. Also, the 2021 HD's cable isn't very long, and it doesn't come with a cable storage case, so it's one more thing to lose. The ZeroXClub 2021 HD Backup Camera is an affordable backup camera, but it's far from the best we tested, and the zeroXClub 2021 HD Backup Camera for Truck and SUV is easy to install but not as durable or versatile as some of the other cameras we tested.