BMW Night Vision.

With BMW Night Vision, driving at night becomes much safer and more comfortable. With the help of this cutting-edge technology, you can identify potential obstacles or roadside pedestrians quickly, keeping you securely in control.

BMW Night Vision uses an infrared camera with a 36° wide-angle lens - up to three times wider than other systems. It creates an image of the surroundings based on heat: warm objects such as animals or pedestrians appear as bright shapes.
This image is displayed in black and white on the display monitor. The camera can detect forms up to 300 metres away, giving the driver plenty of warning about forthcoming obstacles. Driving at 100 km/h, for example, this equals seven seconds: more than enough time to take evasive action if required. A digital zoom feature can zoom in on objects far away if driving with higher speeds.
The panning function turns the camera image automatically when the vehicle is cornering, enabling the driver to detect obstacles in and beyond the approaching bend. A pedestrian crossing the road, for example, is safely revealed. Entering dark courtyards or garages, or driving on winding roads at night, is easier and safer.
With BMW Night Vision, BMW becomes the first premium European automobile manufacturer to use Far Infrared (FIR) technology, which has the benefit of a greater area of coverage than Near Infrared (NIR). FIR also offers superior recognition of persons and animals, making it easier to distinguish potential dangers earlier. It does not require active infrared illumination or any additional infrared lights.

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