The best dash cam for F8X

Jim45678 · 10-15-2022, 06:20 PM

HI,

I'm currently searching for a best dash cam for my F80 and from what I read the consensus is that BlackVue products are the best. I did some research and Blacvue has not introduced any new devices for 2022 and DR750X or DR900X are already old products from 2021.

I'm looking for 60fps and best possible resolution and GPS data (speed).
I see on lot of rankings that new king is Nextbase 622GW and there is no BlackVue compared anywhere this year.

I love the small factor of BlackVue and I don't care about the screen at all. However 60fps (good for high speeds) is available only in DR750X but its FullHD only. Nextbase seems to cover even 120fps but... I don't like the design and it seems to be quite big.

what do you recommend?

thanks

V8Huntr · 10-15-2022, 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jim45678

HI,

I'm currently searching for a best dash cam for my F80 and from what I read the consensus is that BlackVue products are the best. I did some research and Blacvue has not introduced any new devices for 2022 and DR750X or DR900X are already old products from 2021.

I'm looking for 60fps and best possible resolution and GPS data (speed).
I see on lot of rankings that new king is Nextbase 622GW and there is no BlackVue compared anywhere this year.

I love the small factor of BlackVue and I don't care about the screen at all. However 60fps (good for high speeds) is available only in DR750X but its FullHD only. Nextbase seems to cover even 120fps but... I don't like the design and it seems to be quite big.

what do you recommend?

thanks

I have a Thinkware U1000 that has a clean front window mount and a rear cam as well. Based on your requirements it looks like it would meet your needs. I personally like the parking mode and you can set the voltage where it'll power itself down so it doesn't drain your battery. For where I live in more worried about parking at the store so it covers me for the time I'm in there

https://thinkwarestore.com/product/u1000-ca/

Jim45678 · 10-16-2022, 11:53 AM

I've just seen review on YouTube. Seems pretty good however its on pricey side.
I added it into consideration with blackvue as top dogs in the run.

N1rve · 10-17-2022, 04:15 PM

I have a blackvue 650 I believe. Front camera is 1080p and the rear camera is 720p. I've had other dashcams before and they were not reliable or the battery expanded and damaged the case. The blackvue is capacitor based instead of battery based. This is great for hot areas like California where I am from. So far I haven't had issues with my 650 and I've had it for....6 years?

Thinkware wasn't available at the time so I cannot speak for them. I also don't know many people with it either, most people I know own a blackvue.

audioMeth · 10-17-2022, 08:20 PM

THEROK · 10-17-2022, 10:18 PM

Viofo 119 all day. Cheap. Reliable. Legit image quality. Easy install. Small footprint.

EezyBeezy · 10-18-2022, 09:14 AM

I have BlackVue DR900X dashcams and Cellink external batteries in my Jeep and my wife's F80. I hardwired the dashcams myself and wanted it setup mainly for parking mode so I can have eyes when i'm not in or around the vehicles during the day & night. Definitely worth the money imo.

Rokoz · 10-18-2022, 09:37 AM

I have a Blackvue system and battery pack, they reached out to me a few years ago and sent me a kit. I haven't had any issues except the battery arrived DOA, but they were very helpful and quick to send me another one.

Quality is good, easy to use and luckily I haven't needed to use any footage. In my opinion, the battery is really only useful if you're leaving the car parked in place where it might be pretty exposed to accidents

If you decide to go the Blackvue route, you can use my Instagram handle in my signature for a 10% discount

Jim45678 · 10-18-2022, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by audioMeth

you crashed all my rhetorics and decision making process with that video. `I hate you know.

but yeah that's a a very valid point - we have so many features now but video quality is still shitty.

ok so basic think wave f70 does not have GPS with speed which I like as one of top features I want. It also is 30fps instead of 60fps as blackvue DR750X plus.

I saw some footage from Blackvue and top thinkware U1000 and you can read license plates so I guess the YouTube-r did something wrong.

but... yes.. I also started of thinking about GoPro

N1rve · 10-22-2022, 08:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jim45678

you crashed all my rhetorics and decision making process with that video. `I hate you know.

but yeah that's a a very valid point - we have so many features now but video quality is still shitty.

ok so basic think wave f70 does not have GPS with speed which I like as one of top features I want. It also is 30fps instead of 60fps as blackvue DR750X plus.

I saw some footage from Blackvue and top thinkware U1000 and you can read license plates so I guess the YouTube-r did something wrong.

but... yes.. I also started of thinking about GoPro

I have no problems reading license plates with my DR650 in 1080p lol.

n8thegreat · 11-11-2022, 07:08 PM

I have the Blackview DR950s 2 channel without battery on my F32. Love it! 4k front and 1080p rear. License plates are easy to read and it has selectable GPS and speed readout on the video. Recording to micro SD in 60sec intervals for both on HEVC codec. Wish the videos were a bit longer and the event markers less sensitive. The are adjustable but even at low settings marks hard launches and potholes. It was easy to install and about $500 purchased in 2020.

Tommix · 11-19-2022, 07:23 AM

Garmin Dash Cam 67W (see amazon.com, Walmart etc.)
Love it

Jim45678 · 11-19-2022, 05:44 PM

checking it! thanks

Sephrr · 11-19-2022, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by V8Huntr

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jim45678

HI,

I'm currently searching for a best dash cam for my F80 and from what I read the consensus is that BlackVue products are the best. I did some research and Blacvue has not introduced any new devices for 2022 and DR750X or DR900X are already old products from 2021.

I'm looking for 60fps and best possible resolution and GPS data (speed).
I see on lot of rankings that new king is Nextbase 622GW and there is no BlackVue compared anywhere this year.

I love the small factor of BlackVue and I don't care about the screen at all. However 60fps (good for high speeds) is available only in DR750X but its FullHD only. Nextbase seems to cover even 120fps but... I don't like the design and it seems to be quite big.

what do you recommend?

thanks

I have a Thinkware U1000 that has a clean front window mount and a rear cam as well. Based on your requirements it looks like it would meet your needs. I personally like the parking mode and you can set the voltage where it'll power itself down so it doesn't drain your battery. For where I live in more worried about parking at the store so it covers me for the time I'm in there

https://thinkwarestore.com/product/u1000-ca/

This is on a nice sale on Amazon now THINKWARE U1000 Dual Dash Cam 4K UHD 3840X2160 Front Cam, 2K 2560X1440 Rear Cam, 150° Wide Angle Dashboard Camera Recorder with G-Sensor, w/Sony Sensor, Parking Mode, WiFi, GPS, Cloud Enabled https://a.co/d/8WJhqJ2

pgdemon · 11-20-2022, 05:57 PM

Check https://www.70mai.com/a800s

Jim45678 · 11-20-2022, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by pgdemon

Check https://www.70mai.com/a800s

I also considered it as an option but it has 4K with 30fps only. Still price wise its a good camera.

Thinkware with that huge discount now seems as winner

thanks!

10-15-2022, 06:20 PM	#1
Jim45678 First Lieutenant 165 Rep 358 Posts Drives: M3 f80 Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: capital iTrader: (0)	The best dash cam for F8X - Blackvue or something else? HI, I'm currently searching for a best dash cam for my F80 and from what I read the consensus is that BlackVue products are the best. I did some research and Blacvue has not introduced any new devices for 2022 and DR750X or DR900X are already old products from 2021. I'm looking for 60fps and best possible resolution and GPS data (speed). I see on lot of rankings that new king is Nextbase 622GW and there is no BlackVue compared anywhere this year. I love the small factor of BlackVue and I don't care about the screen at all. However 60fps (good for high speeds) is available only in DR750X but its FullHD only. Nextbase seems to cover even 120fps but... I don't like the design and it seems to be quite big. what do you recommend? thanks
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Jim45678 First Lieutenant 165 Rep 358 Posts Drives: M3 f80 Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: capital iTrader: (0)	I've just seen review on YouTube. Seems pretty good however its on pricey side. I added it into consideration with blackvue as top dogs in the run.
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N1rve Racecar Driver 1288 Rep 1,955 Posts Drives: BMW M4 Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Beverly Hills, California iTrader: (2) Garage List 2019 BMW M4 [9.63]	I have a blackvue 650 I believe. Front camera is 1080p and the rear camera is 720p. I've had other dashcams before and they were not reliable or the battery expanded and damaged the case. The blackvue is capacitor based instead of battery based. This is great for hot areas like California where I am from. So far I haven't had issues with my 650 and I've had it for....6 years? Thinkware wasn't available at the time so I cannot speak for them. I also don't know many people with it either, most people I know own a blackvue. __________________ N1rve 2019 BMW ///M4 - Alpine White \| Sakhir Orange/Black Leather \| M-DCT \| Executive Package \| 19" Black 437M Wheels \| Carbon Fiber Trim \| Sunroof \| Active Blind Spot \| Heated Steering Wheel \| Adaptive M Suspension
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EezyBeezy First Lieutenant 271 Rep 326 Posts Drives: 2018 BMW F[am]80 M3 Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (5)	I have BlackVue DR900X dashcams and Cellink external batteries in my Jeep and my wife's F80. I hardwired the dashcams myself and wanted it setup mainly for parking mode so I can have eyes when i'm not in or around the vehicles during the day & night. Definitely worth the money imo.
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Rokoz Lieutenant 295 Rep 495 Posts Drives: 2016 f80 M3 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Vermont iTrader: (0)	I have a Blackvue system and battery pack, they reached out to me a few years ago and sent me a kit. I haven't had any issues except the battery arrived DOA, but they were very helpful and quick to send me another one. Quality is good, easy to use and luckily I haven't needed to use any footage. In my opinion, the battery is really only useful if you're leaving the car parked in place where it might be pretty exposed to accidents If you decide to go the Blackvue route, you can use my Instagram handle in my signature for a 10% discount __________________ Instagram: @f80ghost
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n8thegreat Enlisted Member 10 Rep 35 Posts Drives: 2015 435i xdrive m sport Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Bentonville, AR iTrader: (0)	I have the Blackview DR950s 2 channel without battery on my F32. Love it! 4k front and 1080p rear. License plates are easy to read and it has selectable GPS and speed readout on the video. Recording to micro SD in 60sec intervals for both on HEVC codec. Wish the videos were a bit longer and the event markers less sensitive. The are adjustable but even at low settings marks hard launches and potholes. It was easy to install and about $500 purchased in 2020.
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Tommix Private First Class 42 Rep 129 Posts Drives: F82 M4 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Finland iTrader: (0)	Garmin Dash Cam 67W (see amazon.com, Walmart etc.) Love it __________________ 530e xDrive LCI and DCT, MHD Stage 2+ E30, xHP Stage 3, catless DP:s, NGK F8S Previous: F20 M135 AWD AT 445 bhp, E93 335iA 450 bhp, E92 335iA 650 bhp, E60 535DA, E61 535DA, E34 530iA
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