Does new A6/A7 owners notice there back up camera not clear?

carbuff_2 · 08-30-2011, 11:58 AM

I noticed when I picked up my A6 in July that the MMI screen is crisp and clear but the back up camera is more grainer/pixel'ish, especially when compared to my former 2011 S4 with the old MMI technology, the back up camera was very clear. When I mentioned it to the service department, they said it was fine and working properly.

Does anyone else notice this or am I too picky (to want perfection).

PJRed2008 · 08-30-2011, 01:18 PM

The quality of the backup camera will not cause any concerns at Nikon. It does what it does okay IMO.

carbuff_2 · 08-30-2011, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by PJRed2008

The quality of the backup camera will not cause any concerns at Nikon. It does what it does okay IMO.

I don't disagree with your statement but I guess it's function over form, that is, it displays the back of the car okay, but not as clear as other cars I owned including a 2011 Audi, 2010 Lexus, 2008 Acura. I guess I'm too picky (obviously). Now don't get me started on the fact that three of my car doors closes with a nice "expensive sounding" thud but the fourth door closes like a "tin clang" similar to my former Impala ...

fdot · 08-30-2011, 04:11 PM

my 09 s5 had a better camera then my 2012 a6

KevinDaytona · 08-30-2011, 05:41 PM

I wonder if the new chips that will be coming in will make any difference.

joseaudi · 08-30-2011, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by KevinDaytona

I wonder if the new chips that will be coming in will make any difference.

Maybe we can ask for a swap. My 2010 s4 was clearer also.

EF99 · 08-31-2011, 06:39 AM

Any chance anyone could post a good quality photo of the A6 backup camera screen versus one that's considered better (preferably an Audi)?

I forget, is the 2012 A6 screen larger, and the difference could be just a matter of stretching a camera-dependent photo resolution that was optimal for display on a smaller screen? Is the image quality on the A7 better?

PJRed2008 · 08-31-2011, 07:33 AM

The A6 and A7 have the same screen. But, you may have a point on the resolution spread over a larger area than past models.

basf_audio · 08-31-2011, 07:37 AM

I noted the camera resolution on the backup sensor in one of my earlier test drive discussions. It's rather dismal to have a great looking screen with a poor resolution camera. I don't believe it'll be fixed with the new supply of chips.

carbuff_2 · 08-31-2011, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by EF99

Any chance anyone could post a good quality photo of the A6 backup camera screen versus one that's considered better (preferably an Audi)?

I forget, is the 2012 A6 screen larger, and the difference could be just a matter of stretching a camera-dependent photo resolution that was optimal for display on a smaller screen? Is the image quality on the A7 better?

The 2010 Lexus RX350 has a similar size screen (I think it's slightly bigger) and the back up camera has an almost HD like view. I would think it's the quality of the lens not screen.

08-30-2011, 01:18 PM	#2
PJRed2008 AudiWorld Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Tri-Cities, WA Posts: 591	The quality of the backup camera will not cause any concerns at Nikon. It does what it does okay IMO. __________________ 2012 A6 Prestige, Quartz Gray/Black 3.0T Quattro, 18" Sport Package, Side Assist, Full LEDs 2008 A6, Blk/Blk 3.2 Quattro (Sold)

08-30-2011, 04:11 PM	#4
fdot AudiWorld Member 2012 Audi A6 Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 279	my 09 s5 had a better camera then my 2012 a6 __________________ NEW: 2012 A6 Ibis White Premium Plus 19' inch Sports Package Side Assist OLD: 2009 S5 Ibis White Tech Package Side Assit NYC more photos @ my flickr page flickr.com/photos/fdotguido

08-30-2011, 05:41 PM	#5
KevinDaytona AudiWorld Member 2012 Audi A6 Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 102	I wonder if the new chips that will be coming in will make any difference. __________________ Kevin

08-31-2011, 07:33 AM	#8
PJRed2008 AudiWorld Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Tri-Cities, WA Posts: 591	The A6 and A7 have the same screen. But, you may have a point on the resolution spread over a larger area than past models. __________________ 2012 A6 Prestige, Quartz Gray/Black 3.0T Quattro, 18" Sport Package, Side Assist, Full LEDs 2008 A6, Blk/Blk 3.2 Quattro (Sold)

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08-31-2011, 06:39 AM	#7
EF99 AudiWorld Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 358	Any chance anyone could post a good quality photo of the A6 backup camera screen versus one that's considered better (preferably an Audi)? I forget, is the 2012 A6 screen larger, and the difference could be just a matter of stretching a camera-dependent photo resolution that was optimal for display on a smaller screen? Is the image quality on the A7 better?

08-31-2011, 07:37 AM	#9
basf_audio Audiworld Junior Member 2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Join Date: May 2011 Location: Saint Louis, MO Posts: 61	I noted the camera resolution on the backup sensor in one of my earlier test drive discussions. It's rather dismal to have a great looking screen with a poor resolution camera. I don't believe it'll be fixed with the new supply of chips.

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