A119 Mini 2 Test & Review PP

[Kenneth_Dart]

Afaik that's not quite correct.
It's 3840x2160 @ 24 fps + 1080p @ 30 fps or 3840x1600 @ 30 fps + 1080p @ 30 fps (which I'll be using as soon as I installed the rear cam. Front is using x1600 and it's good enough for me. I see 90% of my hood and most traffic lights above me):
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Would love more clarification from others. I was thinking about getting a 2ch A139 Pro but now I'm considering two A119 Mini 2s since the cost of them is cheaper than a single 1ch A139 Pro. This way I get 2k resolution for front and back. If one camera breaks, I'll still have another one working.

 

[Panzer Platform]

It's 3840x2160 @ 24 fps + 1080p @ 30 fps

Incorrect.
It only goes to 24fps in 3-channel configuration.

 

[Panzer Platform]

Would love more clarification from others. I was thinking about getting a 2ch A139 Pro but now I'm considering two A119 Mini 2s

I only recommend the A139 pro in 1-channel configuration.
The A139 Pro has the best DAYTIME image quality, (night time & low light not so much).

The A119 Mini 2 has the best NIGHT TIME & LOW LIGHT image quality, (daytime is 2nd best to the A139 Pro).
A139 Pro = $230
A119 Mini 2 + Free $15 CPL Filter = $113

 

[safedrivesolutions]

Amazon gives these resolution though:
newest Sony STARVIS 2 tech, A139 PRO 2CH supports dual channel 4K+1080P recording with highly upgraded image clarity and accuracy in license capturing

1 channel Mode
4K 3840 x 2160 30 fps

2 channel mode
4K 3840 x 2160 30 fps(Front) + 1080p 30 fps(rear)


3 channel Mode
4K 3840*2160P 24fps(front) + 1080P 24fp(interior)s + 1080P 24fps(rear)

 

[Raaz]

Incorrect.
It only goes to 24fps in 3-channel configuration.

Thanks, big sorry for having wrong information. Rarely happens, but I got it mixed up.
I edited my post.

I'll have a look at my cam tomorrow but might it be, that the A139 Pro can do 4k @ 30 fps but 3840x1600 @ 60 fps when used alone or 3840x1600 @ 30 fps + 2x 1080p @ 30 fps in 3CH instead of just 24 fps?
One review definitely mentioned something like this...

That would explain why I got it so wrong...

 

[Ousayo]

2 channel mode
4K 3840 x 2160 30 fps(Front) + 1080p 30 fps(rear)

Is this the maximum for the rear or the resolution it comes with?
The A129 Pro has the same numbers.

 

[JDtime]

Hey question on the mini 2. Does it work on the mini 1 gps base with its charging wire?

 

[Karagandinez]

Hey question on the mini 2. Does it work on the mini 1 gps base with its charging wire?

Works.
I have Mini 2 installed on the GPS module from Mini which is powered by НK4.

 

[Raaz]

Is this the maximum for the rear or the resolution it comes with?
The A129 Pro has the same numbers.

The rear and inside cameras have a 1080p sensor. They won't go to 2k if you could use them standalone.
From the about 300 "cases" that I've read/watched over the last months, that were resolved only due to dashcam footage, the rear cam was never needed to prove the innocence but only helped clarifying the whole picture of the situation.

I guess the main-cam would overheat if you'd record at a higher bitrate and using 2x 4k would deter the quality too much. With only 2x 30 mbps.

 

[safedrivesolutions]

I only recommend the A139 pro in 1-channel configuration.
The A139 Pro has the best DAYTIME image quality, (night time & low light not so much).

The A119 Mini 2 has the best NIGHT TIME & LOW LIGHT image quality, (daytime is 2nd best to the A139 Pro).
A139 Pro = $230
A119 Mini 2 + Free $15 CPL Filter = $113

That does not work for a typical consumer. 2 seperate parking mode cables, 2 seperate SD cards, more complex install.

 

[rcg530]

Is this the maximum for the rear or the resolution it comes with?
The A129 Pro has the same numbers.

The rear and interior cameras have a fixed resolution of 1920x1080 but the FPS value is 30 FPS (most resolutions) except it's 24 FPS (for all three cameras) when in 3-channel mode and the front camera's resolution is set to 3840x2160.

I list all of the resolutions options in my A139 Pro review video. F=Front, I=Interior, R=Rear in this chart.

 

[Panzer Platform]

typical consumer

This is for DIY users only.

 

[Panzer Platform]

3840x1600 @ 60 fps when used alone

Incorrect.

 

[Panzer Platform]

Hey question on the mini 2. Does it work on the mini 1 gps base with its charging wire?

We must be driving you crazy with all this Mini 2 hubbub. lol
My Mini 2 YouTube review should be filmed tonight.

 

[Kenneth_Dart]

That does not work for a typical consumer. 2 seperate parking mode cables, 2 seperate SD cards, more complex install.

You're right it doesn't. But for most newer SUVs there's a 12v socket in the back so it's quite easy to install a separate 1ch rear camera. Parking mode would also be difficult but a typical install wouldn't.

 

[Karagandinez]

This is the reason I would like to see a low, medium and high volume control in the menu, so the user would have some control over the gain.

The sound on my Mobius 1S is excellent but I've noticed that when I drive at speed with the window(s) open I can get serious clipping from the wind noise. The solution was to re-set the volume from high to medium.

(Edit: I didn't become aware of this problem until the weather warmed up and I started driving with my windows open.)

In the latest test firmware, there is a volume control for the speaker and microphone.

 

[Dashmellow]

In the latest test firmware, there is a volume control for the speaker and microphone.
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Yay! Maybe Viofo has been reading my posts about this?

No doubt Panzer will be bummed to hear about this feature as he was so vehemently against the idea.

 

[Panzer Platform]

In the latest test firmware, there is a volume control for the speaker and microphone.

Can you upload a YouTube audio test demonstrating the Low/Med/High volume levels of the Microphone like this?

 

[Karagandinez]

Can you upload a YouTube audio test demonstrating the Low/Med/High volume levels of the Microphone like this?

Wouldn't this test work?

VIOFO A119 Mini 2 Video and Screenshots

Some comparison screenshots of A119 Mini 2 and A119V3_Day. I wanted to put another A119 Mini next to it and compare 3 models at once, but there is no way, plus one CPL filter is missing. Mini 2_V1.0_0516 V3_V2.6T_20211203 The settings are the same on both models. Resolution: 2560x1080 Bitrate =...

dashcamtalk.com

 

[Karagandinez]

Yay! Maybe Viofo has been reading my posts about this?

This is true. Viofo reads posts and listens to the wishes of customers.