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Old Apr 14, 2015 | 01:04 PM
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I am aware that a PDR software update will be released soon that will improve image quality.

Tadge has posted sample before and after photos HERE.

Here is the 2015 original software sample image from GM:

GM initial release PDR software


Here is a sample from my 2015 with original software:



2015 with original PDR software.

The focus on my camera is much worse than the GM sample.

My image was taken while moving but the soft focus does not seem to be from vibration. If vibration was the cause, the image would most likely be smeared in the direction of the movement.

Might anyone know if the focus lens is fixed or adjustable?
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Old Apr 14, 2015 | 01:51 PM
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The camera probably is just wide angle with a fixed focus. The "fix" adds contrast which helps but does absolutely nothing for improving the "sharpness" of video image.
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The camera probably is just wide angle with a fixed focus. The "fix" adds contrast which helps but does absolutely nothing for improving the "sharpness" of video image.
Tadge stated, "The software includes several changes including improvements in color balance and sharpness of the image on the video."
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Originally Posted by Skidplate
Tadge stated, "The software includes several changes including improvements in color balance and sharpness of the image on the video."
So he misspoke about the sharpness. Look at the detail (small branches, window panes). Believe your lying eyes. There's no difference. That's "sharpness".
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Sharpness is a post processing term that is not necessarily synonymous with focus, clarity, or resolution.
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The point is, there is no increase in sharpness of the video which is what ordinary people interpret as "resolution". They are both equally "soft".

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Anyone have info on this PDR Update, dealers still now aware of it, they are only aware of the valet mode update.
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