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Garmin Garmin Dash Cam 56

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Garmin Garmin Dash Cam 56

Video quality is good but not the best in the market, particularly at night. Uses a battery rather than a capacitor making it less suitable for hot environments. Best brand name camera but better there are better cameras for cheaper.

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Garmin Garmin Dash Cam 56
7.2
Overall Score

7.2/10

Price $170
4K
Front Resolution 2560 x 1440p (2K)
CMOS
Front Sensor Unknown
GPS
GPS Yes
P
Parking Mode Buffered
WiFi
Wi-Fi Yes
CH
Channels Front

Strengths

  • Brand Name
  • Good support
  • Voice commands

Weaknesses

  • Battery instead of capacitor
  • Could be more discreet

Scores

Performance

Day Video 8/10
Night Video 7/10
Reliability 8/10
Discreetness 6/10
Value 6/10
Support 8/10

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Technical Specs

Overview
SpecGarmin Garmin Dash Cam 56
BrandGarmin
ModelGarmin Dash Cam 56
Channels1
Channel SetupFront
Form FactorHanging
Release DateMay 2019
CountryChina
Warranty12 months
Video and Hardware
SpecGarmin Garmin Dash Cam 56
ProcessorUnknown
Video FormatMP4
CompressionH.264
Screen Size2"
TouchscreenNo
MountAdhesive
Power Supply5V
Battery TypeBattery – Unknown mAh
Features
SpecGarmin Garmin Dash Cam 56
Parking ModeBuffered
Wi-FiYes
GPSYes
AppsWindows, macOS, Android, iOS
Cloud ConnectivityNo
Voice CommandsYes
Storage and Durability
SpecGarmin Garmin Dash Cam 56
SD Card TypeMicroSD
Max Card Size512GB
Operating Temperature-20°C to 55°C
SwivelYes
Error NotificationScreen

Hardware Layout

Camera Units

Front Camera
CMOSUnknown
Max Resolution2560 x 1440p (2K)
FPS30
Bitrate30.0 Mbps
Viewing Angle140°
Dimensions56 x 40 x 21
HDRNo
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