Dash Cam recommendations?

mrspecter · 03-21-2018, 06:18 PM

I'm looking to buy a dashcam, but I'm still doing some research and I was looking to see if anyone has personal experiences as well as recommendations.

One of the main features that I'd really like to a dedicated parking mode/feature which is why I was heavily considering the blackvue DR750S-2CH, but its definitely on the pricey side starting at $400 and I'm not really sure if I need something that high end.

///Mbitions · 03-21-2018, 06:37 PM

I have the CompuStar Momento M5. Front and rear cameras, up to 64 gb micro sd, gps location tagging, park mode, motion detector. Under $250

yidgyi · 03-21-2018, 07:37 PM

My Thinkware X550 does it's job fine. Front & rear cameras, lane departure, forward collision warning, and safety camera alert Warning for red light cameras, speed cameras, average speed and mobile zone, built in parking mode. $360.00 right now on amazon prime.

gds52 · 03-21-2018, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by mrspecter

I'm looking to buy a dashcam, but I'm still doing some research and I was looking to see if anyone has personal experiences as well as recommendations.

One of the main features that I'd really like to a dedicated parking mode/feature which is why I was heavily considering the blackvue DR750S-2CH, but its definitely on the pricey side starting at $400 and I'm not really sure if I need something that high end.

For BlackVue camera...call Rear View safety in Brooklyn NY directly. They are BlackVue dealer and always have much better price than eBay.

romemmy · 03-21-2018, 09:23 PM

I have the BlackVue 750S-2CH with Verizon hotspot for 24/7 access to it, hardwired in. It’s not on my M3 (it’s on my other car), but it’s awesome. Audio, video, 2 cameras, GPS location, cloud enabled, and with the hotspot always accessible, and high quality video. You need the high quality video to make out license plates, etc, else it can be worthless.

Thanks!

S.

Atomicteal_M3 · 03-21-2018, 10:40 PM

I recently had the BMW Advanced car eye installed. Not the hottest thing on the market but it'll do!

blu3wolf · 03-22-2018, 09:05 AM

I have the Thinkware F770. Great camera. I think they have the F800 pro now which has an even better camera and cloud (i think). If you find a sale or group buy on these i would suggest getting it. They have really good video quality. The blackvue inst bad either, but in my comparisons i found the Thinkware to be better.

Yeru · 03-22-2018, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by blu3wolf

I have the Thinkware F770. Great camera. I think they have the F800 pro now which has an even better camera and cloud (i think). If you find a sale or group buy on these i would suggest getting it. They have really good video quality. The blackvue inst bad either, but in my comparisons i found the Thinkware to be better.

+1.
Have both front and rear cams; unobtrusive. The only change I did was to replace its 32Gb micro SSD with a 64Gb one.
My rear window is also tinted (don't remember the %). Night images through the tint are reasonably clear. Day ones are as clear as the front.

XKxRome0ox · 10-11-2018, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by mrspecter

I'm looking to buy a dashcam, but I'm still doing some research and I was looking to see if anyone has personal experiences as well as recommendations.

One of the main features that I'd really like to a dedicated parking mode/feature which is why I was heavily considering the blackvue DR750S-2CH, but its definitely on the pricey side starting at $400 and I'm not really sure if I need something that high end.

what did you end up going with?

i'm trying to decide between a new Blackvue DR590W-2CH and a refurbished DR750S-CH
already got a Cellink Neo battery so I will be hardwiring the dashcam to the car to take full advantage of the parking mode

MaximusB · 10-11-2018, 02:13 PM

Thinkware f770. Had it for about 7 months now and zero issues.

Grip Addict · 10-11-2018, 03:18 PM

Apparently, a BlackVue is the Valentine One of dash cameras: http://www.thedrive.com/sheetmetal/1...vue-dr750s-2ch

da jemster · 10-11-2018, 07:21 PM

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I recently had the BMW Advanced car eye installed. Not the hottest thing on the market but it'll do!

I spy....a mini-Bimmer in the corner of my eye

Atomicteal_M3 · 10-11-2018, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by da jemster

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Originally Posted by BLKLYZ

I recently had the BMW Advanced car eye installed. Not the hottest thing on the market but it'll do!

I spy....a mini-Bimmer in the corner of my eye

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Originally Posted by da jemster

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Originally Posted by BLKLYZ

I recently had the BMW Advanced car eye installed. Not the hottest thing on the market but it'll do!

I spy....a mini-Bimmer in the corner of my eye

Haha! The lil Z4! Yes!

Redd · 10-11-2018, 09:17 PM

I use a DDpai Mini3, $130 Amazon. 1600p, G sensor, parking recording (requires optional hardwire kit). Long cable included. What I like is the wireless remote. Allows me to instantly snap what's in front of me, then d/l to my phone later. Rather than fumble to open an app, or scan thru hours of recording to find what I want. Plus its relatively small (Blackvue tube design). Hides behind my rear view mirror, I can't even see that it's there.

sibhusz06 · 10-11-2018, 09:52 PM

Not that this is in the league of the others mentioned but if anyone is looking for a dash cam on the cheap, this isn't too bad on amazon..

YI Technology YI 2.7" 1080p HD Wide Angle Dashboard Camera (grey) for $49.99 - $14 w/ promotion code 83QF3YF2

Agent-GHQ · 10-12-2018, 01:42 AM

Never had one nor have I been in the loop but is there a cordless, wireless one with wifi capability.

deansbimmer · 10-12-2018, 08:38 AM

Has anyone seen the Owl Cam? It has forward and aft cameras. Apparently it records locally and also uploads via its own LTE connection to the cloud so all video is viewable immediately and remotely via smartphone.

brettcp · 10-12-2018, 09:37 AM

I have a Viofo A119S v2 and its great, video quality is amazing.

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yidgyi ///M 236 Rep 703 Posts Drives: 2013 E92 M3 ZCP Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Northern VA iTrader: (0)	My Thinkware X550 does it's job fine. Front & rear cameras, lane departure, forward collision warning, and safety camera alert Warning for red light cameras, speed cameras, average speed and mobile zone, built in parking mode. $360.00 right now on amazon prime. __________________ Follow me on IG: dre.pt
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romemmy Second Lieutenant 137 Rep 257 Posts Drives: BMW M4 (F82) Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Silicon Valley, CA iTrader: (0)	I have the BlackVue 750S-2CH with Verizon hotspot for 24/7 access to it, hardwired in. It’s not on my M3 (it’s on my other car), but it’s awesome. Audio, video, 2 cameras, GPS location, cloud enabled, and with the hotspot always accessible, and high quality video. You need the high quality video to make out license plates, etc, else it can be worthless. Thanks! S.
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blu3wolf Private 12 Rep 74 Posts Drives: 12 M3 Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	I have the Thinkware F770. Great camera. I think they have the F800 pro now which has an even better camera and cloud (i think). If you find a sale or group buy on these i would suggest getting it. They have really good video quality. The blackvue inst bad either, but in my comparisons i found the Thinkware to be better.
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MaximusB Major 1394 Rep 1,290 Posts Drives: 13 Frozen White E92 Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0)	Thinkware f770. Had it for about 7 months now and zero issues.
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Grip Addict Banned 1080 Rep 713 Posts Drives: ///M3 Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: PA iTrader: (9)	Apparently, a BlackVue is the Valentine One of dash cameras: http://www.thedrive.com/sheetmetal/1...vue-dr750s-2ch
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Redd Brigadier General 3894 Rep 4,157 Posts Drives: 2010 BMW E92 M3 Dakar Edition Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Malaysia iTrader: (0)	I use a DDpai Mini3, $130 Amazon. 1600p, G sensor, parking recording (requires optional hardwire kit). Long cable included. What I like is the wireless remote. Allows me to instantly snap what's in front of me, then d/l to my phone later. Rather than fumble to open an app, or scan thru hours of recording to find what I want. Plus its relatively small (Blackvue tube design). Hides behind my rear view mirror, I can't even see that it's there.
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sibhusz06 Second Lieutenant 109 Rep 234 Posts Drives: 2011 M3, 2012 X35I, 2007 911 Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: DC iTrader: (0)	Not that this is in the league of the others mentioned but if anyone is looking for a dash cam on the cheap, this isn't too bad on amazon.. YI Technology YI 2.7" 1080p HD Wide Angle Dashboard Camera (grey) for $49.99 - $14 w/ promotion code 83QF3YF2
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Agent-GHQ Captain 107 Rep 837 Posts Drives: '13 AW ///M3 E92 MT Comp Pkg Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (0)	Never had one nor have I been in the loop but is there a cordless, wireless one with wifi capability.
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brettcp Captain 348 Rep 702 Posts Drives: 2012 E93 M3 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: So Cal iTrader: (2)	I have a Viofo A119S v2 and its great, video quality is amazing.
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