Best Dash Cam?

[DBacon1052]

After the accident I was in, I've decided it's a very good idea to invest in a dash cam for my next FR-S. My question is, which is the best one for $200 or less. I've seen a lot of blackvue ones but i dont really need all of the features it has. I just want one that will record what's in front of me. I was thinking that the DVR 027 would suffice, but what do you guys think?

-The only problem I have with the DVR 027 is it only records 720p and it seems pretty big.

[mashal]

I went with the blackvue , I read about it alot before I bought it.
You can wait a couple of months there is a new version coming out

[Foobar]

Is the new version the DR500GW-HD? Seems to be available for ordering now.

Yep, just looked into it - has better ventilation, it's a larger unit so perhaps the internal components are laid out better for heat management, it's a darker color all around so it's less visible from outside, and it has wi-fi built in so you can view the camera using a wi-fi enabled smartphone in real time or recorded modes.

Might look into buying this.

[fitcious]

I just bought cheapy one from HK. Its called carcam. I believe they sell it on amazon. Works well with micro SD and records in HD.

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[Asphalt~86]

Originally Posted by DBacon1052

After the accident I was in, I've decided it's a very good idea to invest in a dash cam for my next FR-S. My question is, which is the best one for $200 or less. I've seen a lot of blackvue ones but i dont really need all of the features it has. I just want one that will record what's in front of me. I was thinking that the DVR 027 would suffice, but what do you guys think?

-The only problem I have with the DVR 027 is it only records 720p and it seems pretty big.

You can get in on some groupbuys and get a Blackvue for about $200

https://www.massdrop.com/buy/Blackvu...g-hdii-2/talk/

The link is expired but this is the 3rd time I have seen one up.

[hmong337]

Thread ressurection!

I found sifted through all the endless reviews all over the internet and came to the recommendation of the dvr027. Best bang for the buck by far. Like you, I don't need all the latest amd greatest features. Just something that records in ATLEAST high def which the dvr027 does with 720p. Enough to read license plates clearly.

For a bit over $50 plus an SD card, I think it's an awesome deal. I ordered mine from dx.com and still waiting for it to come in. These babies are so cheap that I think I'm going to order up another one so I can have two in my car (front and rear facing dash cams). But I am waiting for the first one to cme in and test it first before the.go ahead to get another one.

[Obsidiank]

Does anyone have a DIY on wiring a dashcam to be always on in the FRS?

[megatron]

http://dashcamtalk.com/

this is probably the best website to get all the info you need. also has a great forum.
if you want to figure what would be the best dash cam for your needs I suggest you spend some time on this website and i'm sure you will be able to find a cam that suits you best. you can also find firmare and software update for the various dashcams.

personally I have the Itronics ITB-100HD. very good cam but it seems that the price for it has increased since it only allows authorized vendors to sell it's products.

Originally Posted by Obsidiank

Does anyone have a DIY on wiring a dashcam to be always on in the FRS?

the cam I got can also comes with the hardware to be able to have your dashcam always on for an extra fee. it gets plugged through your fuse box.

Originally Posted by hmong337

Thread ressurection!

I found sifted through all the endless reviews all over the internet and came to the recommendation of the dvr027. Best bang for the buck by far. Like you, I don't need all the latest amd greatest features. Just something that records in ATLEAST high def which the dvr027 does with 720p. Enough to read license plates clearly.

For a bit over $50 plus an SD card, I think it's an awesome deal. I ordered mine from dx.com and still waiting for it to come in. These babies are so cheap that I think I'm going to order up another one so I can have two in my car (front and rear facing dash cams). But I am waiting for the first one to cme in and test it first before the.go ahead to get another one.

http://dashcamtalk.com/dash-cam-comparison/

the cam you speak of is one of the best bang for the buck
you now also have the dvr 207

[l0aded]

I'm taking a gamble on the GT300W (1080p, 105 dollars). It's new for 2013 and dashcamtalk says if it doesn't have reliabilty issues it will be a best buy. Ordered from Foxoffer but still waiting shipment (backordered).