No, they are a lot brighter than the stock bulbs. I can see better with them for sure, and the camera is much better. But looking through that rear tinted window is really a challenge. Does that pink tint that is on the lenses for style purposes I guess hinder them? I don't get that choice. Bottom line is it's pitch dark out here where I live and I really would like a set of rear headlights for backing up. LOL