Dashcam recommendations

[Claymore]

What was the deciding factor for you between the two models that you were considering, if I may ask?

The main thing was the compactness; it fits really well in my car. Video quality is decent, and it's reasonably easy to get data off (private Wi-Fi; it has built-in memory).

 

[Zenbaas]

I am also in the market for one.
Tried the U2 models on Takelot, but the footage was shockingly poor. Could not even decipher a number plate if the car was right in-front of me.
Have now ordered the Hikvision F6 Pro to see if that might be better.

For me the quality of the footage counts the most. Features comes 2nd.

So what's the verdict.? Worth it?

 

[Supine]

This is also some interesting context:

 

[wetkit]

To date I am happy.
Footage is fine, but I cannot say the same about the APP.
To remove the SD card once the camera is installed, is nearly impossible.
Once you do, the footage does not contain any of the GPS data.
Somehow the APP combines the footage and the data into a single video stream, but then you only have it available on your phone.
Perhaps I am just user constrained?

 

[marine1]

The hikvision is a great camera but the wifi is absolutely **** and you can't download footage with new firmware.
Can these Chinese guys not just make these things work properly?
You have tp remove the memory card which in itself is a difficult process.

 

[Chingha]

To date I am happy.
Footage is fine, but I cannot say the same about the APP.
To remove the SD card once the camera is installed, is nearly impossible.
Once you do, the footage does not contain any of the GPS data.
Somehow the APP combines the footage and the data into a single video stream, but then you only have it available on your phone.
Perhaps I am just user constrained?

My guess is that the cam doesn't have a GPS unit in it, the app wants location access and that is why you see it in the app

 

[HAL 9000]

Garmin Dash Cam Live Review: Function Beyond A Camera For Your Car - SlashGear​

Dashcams are great for a number of reasons. Entire YouTube channels have grown around dashcam footage. On a personal level, they can help protect you in the event of some kind of emergency.

Having a record of the person dangerously swerving all over the road before slamming on the brakes to make you rear-end them can be the difference between losing an expensive lawsuit and winning one.

But what if a dash cam could be even more useful? What if a dashcam could use some AI, GPS, and some other smart features to be a proactive protector over your car and its occupants?

That's a question that Garmin wanted to explore. So the Garmin Dash Cam Live was born.

This is the sort of dashcam you show someone if they've never considered buying a dashcam because they think they have no use for driving footage — it might just change their mind.

Garmin Dash Cam Live Review: Function Beyond A Camera For Your Car - SlashGear

The Garmin Dash Cam Live makes a value proposition with connectivity and functionality for drivers who might never have considered a dash cam before.

www.slashgear.com

 

[morris]

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