CONCLUSION

   As many of you will have noticed the Lanmodo Vast Full HD Color Night Vision System is not based on exactly the same technology as a pair of night vision goggles which is why its Sony MCCD photosensitive sensor needs a higher amount of ambient light in order to illuminate objects (there’s also quite a bit of grain at times because of that). However even though it may not be quite as effective as a pair of night vision goggles it does work as advertised so even at near pitch black conditions (and in certain rainy scenarios) you can see quite clearly through it both with in full color and in black and white. On the other hand however we can't say the same thing when it comes to build quality since the plastic enclosure of the Vast Night Vision System feels flimsy and certainly has room for improvement. This is something we've already pointed out to Lanmodo and their reply was that this was done in order to reduce the weight of the Vast so the suction cup mount could hold it in place (sounds legit but regardless of the why build quality could be better). For us however the largest drawback of the Vast system is the where you can mount/place it since simply put driving while at the same time looking over the center of the dashboard (or the windshield over the dashboard if you choose to use the suction mount instead of the base) isn't very convenient (certainly not for the driver). This is also why car manufacturers place their night vision systems found in some premium/luxury cars either at the center of the instrument panel or on the dashboard just in front of the steering wheel. We do realize that the cost of designing and manufacturing one such system either with HUD capabilities or with a 2-part/piece design (front camera – instrument panel screen) would sky rocket the price but we do hope Lanmodo looks into that possibility along with several others we pointed out to them.

   Currently the Vast 1080p Full Color Night Vision System by Lanmodo retails for USD499 without the rear 720p HD camera and for USD599 with it (Lanmodo.com) so it may not be exactly affordable for many people (use this code for a USD50 discount at checkout: LMDNVS_NIK). On top of that the new Vast Pro model (features a recording function and the rear camera this time over is also 1080p - more info here) will be launching soon at Indiegogo for an early bird price of just USD199 (non rear camera model - USD599 retail price) so it does make sense for you to be on the lookout for that instead. At the end of the day the concept behind the Vast may not be something new but it’s very interesting and can certainly come in handy in certain low-light and even rainy situations. Still because of its current price tag (especially with the new and improved model coming out soon for less than half that price) and issues mentioned in this review we can only recommend the Vast to people who are in dire need of something like that and who just can’t wait to get their hands on the upcoming Pro version.

PROS

- Great at Illuminating Pitch Black Areas
- Full HD 1080p Resolution
- 8.2 Inch IPS Screen
- Color & BW Picture
- Adjustable Lens
- Base & Suction Mount Installation
- Cigarette Lighter & OBD Power Adapters
- Available Model With 720p Waterproof Rear Camera

CONS

- Upcoming Vast Pro Model Early Bird Price (Indiegogo)
- Mounting Locations (Hard to Drive & Look at The Vast)
- Overall Enclosure Quality (For The Price)