Which Dash Cam Would You Get?

[Bonburner]

Been debating getting a Dash Cam for a while now .. just wondering which dash cam do you guys use/recommend?

Thanks :happy0180:

[Rayme]

What do you want to use it for? If it's only to record "accident" or as a security, cheap ones under 100$ will usually be all you need.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/HD720P-IR-Veh...2c146e6&_uhb=1

This is the one I have, works pretty good.

[FRSTRM]

BlackVue DR500GW-HD (Plus Power Magic Pro so you can use the parking mode capability - if you're into that).

[ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BSEX57M/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_sr_1?pf_rd_p=1535523722&pf_rd_s=l po-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B00B4E9764&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX 0DER&pf_rd_r=172E1VQR6912F9X2X5X8"]Amazon.com: BlackVue DR500GW-HD Wi-Fi Car Black Box/Car DVR Recorder, Full HD(1080p@30fps), G Sensor, GPS, 16GB SD Card, Included Blackvue Power Magic Pro vehicle Battery Discharge Prevention for Parking Mode: Car Electronics[/ame]

[mikeTee]

Everyone always talks about the BlackVue, so probably that. I heard there used to be overheating issues, but most of those kinks got worked out AFAIK.

[retrosmiths]

Originally Posted by mikeTee

Everyone always talks about the BlackVue, so probably that. I heard there used to be overheating issues, but most of those kinks got worked out AFAIK.

Yeah, I have the BlackView 500 and it has these air vents in it. I just hooked it up to the power-saving thing so that it will work with the car turned off, and it's been awesome! Very clear videos, even at night. Worth it, IMO. Or buy one of them cheap ones and find out that they did not record correctly or did not record at all when you're at the scene of the accident.

It will pay for itself soon, someone has used it to fight a court ticket, but mostly for insurance claims.

[bumperhumper]

I'm also looking to buying one. Haven't pulled the trigger, but from my research the best option seems to be the Blackvue 500. Definitely going to get the power magic pro along with it so I can have it record while parked to catch any vandals vandalizing!

My only concern is the visibility of the camera from the outside. Don't want it being a target for break and take

[retrosmiths]

Can you see my dashcam?

[spyingwind]

Just a word of warning. In hotter climates, Texas here, leaving the dashcam in the car can damage the battery. My dashcam's battery expanded and broke the PCB inside my camera.

Inside the car, it can get above 140F. :/

[mrlewistan]

I have the black view dr400. Its silver colored (an unfortunate thing cause pretty noticable from outside) and does get really hot but no issues so far and the video quality is good. But it is a little hard to read plates when everything is in motion

[pascalbrax]

I use AutoBoy and a fixed phone holder.

[Razz]

Thanks, for the input.

Any other suggestions?

I really need one that has good night vision.

[kludger]

Originally Posted by Razz

Thanks, for the input.

Any other suggestions?

I really need one that has good night vision.

For a cheap $100 camera the Livue LB100 is working well for me:
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35610

You can find examples of the night video on youtube.

[FRSTRM]

Originally Posted by Razz

Thanks, for the input.

Any other suggestions?

I really need one that has good night vision.

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ckp81WUc3E"]Blackvue 500HD - YouTube[/ame]

[hmong337]

Best bang for the buck, definitely the DVR-027. $50 shipped and it does all that I want it to. 720p HD. I plan to get a bunch of them and outfit all my cars with one.