Good backup camera for the first Gen

I’m putting a new head unit in and was curious what a good or at least adequate backup camera people have used

 

I've had this one for going on 3 years.

$36 AUTO-VOX Cam1 HD Car Rear View Backup Camera of License Plate for Truck & RV with The Features of IP68 Waterproof High Brightness Light Sensor Night Vision LEDs，Fit All Cars

https://www.amazon.com/AUTO-VOX-Features-Waterproof-Brightness-LEDs，Fit/dp/B01DNMDVY8

 

I've had this one mounted in my tailgate handle and it works great. I've been impressed with the nighttime quality.

$40 NATIKA Backup/Front View Camera,IP69K Waterproof Great Night Vision HD and Super Wide Angle Metal OEM Style Reverse Rear View Backup Camera for Cars Pickup Trucks SUVs RVs Vans (Black)

https://www.amazon.com/NATIKA-Backu...9Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

 

I used a very similar camera on my installation. Mounted it under the bumper, right below the license mount. Works great and looks good at night.

 

This one has worked great for me for the last year or so.

eRapta ERT01 2nd Generation Car Rear View Reversing Backup Camera Automotive with 149°Perfect View Angle 8 LED Lights Night Vision 9 Level Waterproof Universal Car Backing Camera License Plate

$26 HD eRapta ERT01 Backup Camera Rear View License Plate Reverse Camera Universal for Pickup Truck Car SUV 149° Perfect Angle Night Vision IP69K Level Waterproof

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074KZSVD6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabt1_OnsVFbCVN2CFP

 

LFPartS 8 LED Lights Night Vision HD Backup Camera 170 Degree Wide Viewing Angle Car Rear View Camera Waterproof Shockproof Trailer Metal Hitch Tube Cover Fits 2" Receivers

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072BD41X4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have this one and works great.
I really wanted just the trailer hitch type. And for the price did not expect the camera to be good quality. For the price was worth for the receiver mount. Even if to change the actual camera out. Surprised it works so well for the price. Time will tell how long they last. Only had about 4 months now.

Also when running the wires to the back. I also added this 4 pin wire.

$16 DALLUX Backup Camera Cable 4PIN Video Power Aviation Extension Wire for Vehicle Car Camper Bus Van Truck Motorhome Trailer RV Reverse Rearview Monitor CCTV System Waterproof Shock Proof 10m 32.8ft

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07ZXBJDQ3/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
And then buy the adaptors to convert to RCA/power plugs

So ran the cheap one that came with camera taped to this 4 pin wire. Maybe overkill. But was easy and cheap to do.
All the camera wires out there seem so cheap and thin to me.
In case I ever have a problem.
I will be able to trouble shoot easier and have extra wires to try.
Or if the cheap cameras dont last. Have the option of buying a used OEM quality camera off ebay. They seem cheap on ebay but very expensive from the dealer.
And all the oem ones I have seen take 4 to 6 wires. Never did get to the point of figuring out why. But thought I will be covered if I wanted to try one.

 

This is the one I went with; works good for my mirror!

[Downside Mounting] COOLINT® CAM1072D Mini Style Ultra HD CCD Car Backup Camera Multifunction Switchers Built-in Solid Metal Housing Design-Black

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016I91IK2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

What head unit or viewing device is everyone using with these back up cams?

 

I'm using one of these guys, there was a camera/mirror package for $80.

$140 AUTO-VOX T2 Backup Camera for Car/Trucks, OEM Look Rear View Mirror Camera Monitor with IP68 Waterproof Back Up Camera Systems, Super Night Vision Reverse Camera with 170°Wide Angle

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075CY6CFR

 

I used to have one like this on my creeper van, it worked well enough

 

I went thru Master Tailgaters for my mirror. Maybe a little more expensive but high quality and a lot of options to pick from. The OEM mirror is the one I am holding.

 

I myself the Sony avx5000

 

I use the alpine HDR camera. very nice video quality and wide angle.