Jack88

Anyone here run a dash cam? After many near misses and one solid whack the other day, I'm thinking I need one. This last time, fault was pretty clear and easily attributed, thanks to the other driver being honest, but next time might not be so lucky. For my own legal defense, it seems a good idea. Trying to figure out the best way to wire one in, where to put it, and such. I can't find much on the subject, but it should be similar to wiring in radar detectors. Anyone got a good one they use with a front and rear camera? Any features anyone would recommend?

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rjabend

I use the Garmin 65W. I provides a 180 degree field of view, excellent resolution, and it is voice operated. As an example, I can say "OK Gramin" and then "Save Video". It also saves videos automatically in an accident. It is also very small. They have it on sale at: https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/587334

2001 S8

I've been looking at cameras over the past 9 months and the one that ticks all the boxes for me is BlackVue 580W-2CH with 64 gb memory.

https://www.blackvue.com/product/dr590w-2ch/

• small size
• front and rear cameras
• wifi
• price

Good luck.

cu52

I started running a dash camera after a person was turning right into a parking lot (out of the lane of traffic) then swung hard left in front of me in a last minute U turn. Needless to say slammed into her. Then I go a ticket for following too closely. Would have been open and shut it I had the camera! Eventually got it dismissed with evidence and witnesses, but a lot more effort than I needed. This also totaled my Rare 01 S4 Casablanca.

I run the older version of this one on my Tundra and A8L. https://smile.amazon.com/Dashcam-Dashboard-Resolution-Nighthawk-Wide-Angle/dp/B07DF8MQX1/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1545582126&sr=8-3&keywords=roav+dash+camera

Pretty happy with the quality. My C1 version did not have GPS. Picked it up for $46 when it was on sale.

ScottCNelson

https://www.pcworld.com/article/3316...am-review.html

I'd recommend these features:

IMX291 Sony STARVIS sensor.
Park mode with battery conservation and therefore...
Hardwire kit.
Super Capacitor rather than battery backup.
SanDisk 128GB Ultra microSDXC.
https://smile.amazon.com/SanDisk-128...+micro+sd+card

Jack88

That looks like a very good option. Have you used that one?

ScottCNelson

Already want to get a polarizer, otherwise quite pleased.

ltooz_a6_a8_q7

I've been using this one and it's working quite well.., the video chipsets make the image to be crisp and clear. GoPro uses Ambarella, this one uses Novatek which's second best... others use Chinese chipsets hence cheaper and less quality,
Cheers,
Louis

Jack88

How was the install? I haven't dived in to figure out how quite yet, I'd like it wired in, but I've heard of a few options.