Dashcam Suggestions? .. 2016 Thread

spM4C · 04-30-2016, 08:15 AM

Good morning friends....

Could you give me suggestions for Dash Cams?

Is it possible to record both front and back videos?

Is it possible to record while parked (occasionally)?

Thank you for your time.

(I found a few threads but they are so tough to follow as there are several posts over a few years. I thought it would be great to have annual thread)

JHY310 · 04-30-2016, 08:18 AM

There are two for sale in the sponsor section which look decent. Interested in some info on those as well.

spM4C · 04-30-2016, 10:13 AM

Found these two on Amazon:

1. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

($415)

2. http://www.amazon.com/BlackVue-Chann...=AQXDPQN3LTP6G

($369)

Man these can get expensive. Hope there is DIY install instructions buried somewhere on this site....

Oakleyguy · 04-30-2016, 10:38 AM

I've heard blackvue are supposed be a good choice.

ecf34 · 04-30-2016, 05:34 PM

dashcamtalk.com has lots of good info on this topic

Xerxes480 · 05-01-2016, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spM4C

Found these two on Amazon:

2. http://www.amazon.com/BlackVue-Chann...=AQXDPQN3LTP6G

($369)

I have this and it was very easy to install myself. And I'm really not very handy. I've been very happy with the dash cam.

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BGR · 05-02-2016, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xerxes480

Quote:

Originally Posted by spM4C

Found these two on Amazon:

2. http://www.amazon.com/BlackVue-Chann...=AQXDPQN3LTP6G

($369)

I have this and it was very easy to install myself. And I'm really not very handy. I've been very happy with the dash cam.

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How/where did you run the power source so it was hidden?

Xerxes480 · 05-02-2016, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by BGR

How/where did you run the power source so it was hidden?

Followed this guide:

In retrospect I would have run power one side, and the rear camera cable the other side. Getting two cables crammed in on one side took some tenacity.

Also helpful was post #34 in this thread: http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...ash+cam&page=2

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EALm4 · 05-02-2016, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spM4C

Found these two on Amazon:

1. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

($415)

2. http://www.amazon.com/BlackVue-Chann...=AQXDPQN3LTP6G

($369)

Man these can get expensive. Hope there is DIY install instructions buried somewhere on this site....

Blackvue is a solid choice. The 650 installs clean under the front mirror and looks factory. Black box my car has a some vids on installing them. If you're comfortable with basic vehicle electronics and can use a trim tool, you can install it no problem.

spM4C · 05-03-2016, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xerxes480

Quote:

Originally Posted by BGR

How/where did you run the power source so it was hidden?

Followed this guide:

In retrospect I would have run power one side, and the rear camera cable the other side. Getting two cables crammed in on one side took some tenacity.

Also helpful was post #34 in this thread: http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...cam&page=2

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I have M4 Convertible. Is there a way to run cables along the floor? Thanks.

EALm4 · 05-03-2016, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by spM4C

I have M4 Convertible. Is there a way to run cables along the floor? Thanks.

Yes, the cable will flow from the headliner, to the a pillar, down the side of the dash, and under neath the floor panels. You'll need a trim removal tool to pop up some panels and push the cable underneath trim.

spM4C · 05-03-2016, 08:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EALm4

Quote:

Originally Posted by spM4C

I have M4 Convertible. Is there a way to run cables along the floor? Thanks.

Yes, the cable will flow from the headliner, to the a pillar, down the side of the dash, and under neath the floor panels. You'll need a trim removal tool to pop up some panels and push the cable underneath trim.

Got it. Thanks.

Nothing · 05-04-2016, 06:07 PM

I've started looking in to this more and more. The choices aren't as broad as I'd like. You definitely want a 2 channel system (front & rear). My current issue is that I would like to set this up in two or three cars. My daily and the M3, followed by my wife's car. The BlackVue is nicer and I could use it in one car for every day driving and then move it to the other when needed.

Does anyone have any experience with another model other than BlackVue?

philthy84 · 05-04-2016, 10:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nothing

I've started looking in to this more and more. The choices aren't as broad as I'd like. You definitely want a 2 channel system (front & rear). My current issue is that I would like to set this up in two or three cars. My daily and the M3, followed by my wife's car. The BlackVue is nicer and I could use it in one car for every day driving and then move it to the other when needed.

Does anyone have any experience with another model other than BlackVue?

Been using the BlackVue 650 2 channel system for close to a year and it's been flawless.

Here's an option to checkout - https://www.massdrop.com/buy/thinkware-f750-dash-camera

I don't know much about this particular brand/model but it seems to be comparable to the BlackVue. If you are not in a rush this website has dropped the BlackVue 650 a couple times in the past year and I'm sure they will again in the near future once it has been requested by enough users again.

to_riffic · 05-04-2016, 11:23 PM

I just installed a Vantrue R2. I think it has better quality video that other highly reviewed dash cams. Hardwire was easy as well.

Nothing · 05-05-2016, 08:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by philthy84

Been using the BlackVue 650 2 channel system for close to a year and it's been flawless.

Here's an option to checkout - https://www.massdrop.com/buy/thinkware-f750-dash-camera

I don't know much about this particular brand/model but it seems to be comparable to the BlackVue. If you are not in a rush this website has dropped the BlackVue 650 a couple times in the past year and I'm sure they will again in the near future once it has been requested by enough users again.

Thanks. I looked on Amazon and the 650 system has been as low as $290. So I'll keep an eye out for it. It is the highest recommended dash cam and it seems for good reason.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ra2fanatic

I just installed a Vantrue R2.

Nice install. Does field of view catch the rear view mirror at all?

to_riffic · 05-05-2016, 02:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nothing

Thanks. I looked on Amazon and the 650 system has been as low as $290. So I'll keep an eye out for it. It is the highest recommended dash cam and it seems for good reason.

Nice install. Does field of view catch the rear view mirror at all?

nope. It's a nice hidden look and great field of view.

Draper · 05-05-2016, 06:38 PM

Any exterior pics of what the mounted BlackVue looks like from the front on an M3/M4?

AIRPOWER · 05-25-2016, 09:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by philthy84

Been using the BlackVue 650 2 channel system for close to a year and it's been flawless.

Here's an option to checkout - https://www.massdrop.com/buy/thinkware-f750-dash-camera

I don't know much about this particular brand/model but it seems to be comparable to the BlackVue. If you are not in a rush this website has dropped the BlackVue 650 a couple times in the past year and I'm sure they will again in the near future once it has been requested by enough users again.

Philthy,

Just installed my BV650, question on parkmode, I looked on the app and it appears that you can turn this feature on or off and that's it. I thought I read somewhere that there is a selectable time option (i.e. 4,6,8, etc, hours) and then it will turn off. Am I smoking crack?

backagain · 05-27-2016, 07:02 PM

I picked up this when I was traveling in China. 1080P cameras with night vision, and parking mode. I paid $20 for #2 - front camera with 8G memory. Can't beat the price. Pretty happy with the quality - check out the recorded videos on the website. https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm...ucket=3#detail.

The dual camera with 8G memory is #6, ~ $30. You can use Taobafocus.com service to get it if you don't read Chinese.

I am not affiliated with the website or seller. Just sharing what I stumbled upon.

klrgoten · 05-27-2016, 09:31 PM

Here is mine after I did my install a few months ago... I'm using the DR650GW-2CH w/ a 128GB SD card. No messy and visible wires... clean run under the headliner.

hanszilla · 05-27-2016, 09:58 PM

I haven't installed mine yet, but I went with the BMW advanced car eye.

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...212359954~geb/

Some of the European members here have it, and they have nothing but good things to say about it. The only negative feedback is that it only records for up to 6 hours after the power has been cut, and there is no remove viewing like the BlackVue.

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Nothing Roll Tide 285 Rep 581 Posts Drives: White/red M3 Join Date: May 2015 Location: North Carolina iTrader: (2)	I've started looking in to this more and more. The choices aren't as broad as I'd like. You definitely want a 2 channel system (front & rear). My current issue is that I would like to set this up in two or three cars. My daily and the M3, followed by my wife's car. The BlackVue is nicer and I could use it in one car for every day driving and then move it to the other when needed. Does anyone have any experience with another model other than BlackVue? __________________ AW/SO - ED delivery 6/20/16 PCD - 9/1/16
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spM4C New Member 14 Rep 22 Posts Drives: 2016 M4 Convertible Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: New York iTrader: (0)	Found these two on Amazon: 1. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ($415) 2. http://www.amazon.com/BlackVue-Chann...=AQXDPQN3LTP6G ($369) Man these can get expensive. Hope there is DIY install instructions buried somewhere on this site....
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backagain just a fool 345 Rep 675 Posts Drives: 2016 SO coded M3 Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: CA bay area iTrader: (0)	I picked up this when I was traveling in China. 1080P cameras with night vision, and parking mode. I paid $20 for #2 - front camera with 8G memory. Can't beat the price. Pretty happy with the quality - check out the recorded videos on the website. https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm...ucket=3#detail. The dual camera with 8G memory is #6, ~ $30. You can use Taobafocus.com service to get it if you don't read Chinese. I am not affiliated with the website or seller. Just sharing what I stumbled upon. Attached Images
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klrgoten Second Lieutenant 40 Rep 210 Posts Drives: /// Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: /// iTrader: (0)	Here is mine after I did my install a few months ago... I'm using the DR650GW-2CH w/ a 128GB SD card. No messy and visible wires... clean run under the headliner.
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hanszilla Lieutenant 282 Rep 473 Posts Drives: 16 F80 Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: OC iTrader: (0)	I haven't installed mine yet, but I went with the BMW advanced car eye. https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...212359954~geb/ Some of the European members here have it, and they have nothing but good things to say about it. The only negative feedback is that it only records for up to 6 hours after the power has been cut, and there is no remove viewing like the BlackVue.
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