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  1. TonyM

    HDR on or off during daytime driving?

    It's not easy if your camera doesn't switch HDR on and off at the appropriate times.
  2. TonyM

    Dashcam for Bicycle?

    It's an inexpensive headlamp. I doubt the 1000 lumens claim. I'm using it with the warm LEDs that provide softer peripheral illumination - the central white LED is rather narrow. This is a low-light camera I'm using, so the headlights will appear brighter than if I was using an IMX291 camera...
  3. TonyM

    Dashcam for Bicycle?

    I encountered a downside of having the brake & gear cables in view at night - they reflect my bike headlight, even though the light is mounted higher up on the handlebars. Despite the distraction, it doesn't seem to affect the metering, so maybe I'll live with it. Perhaps I can wrap some...
  4. TonyM

    Dashcam for Bicycle?

    Frame vs Handlebar Mount (identical cameras, different mount positions) The frame mount is much better, despite the cables in view. The handlebar mount is unusable.
  5. TonyM

    Dashcam for Bicycle?

    The mount is two-part, plastic with a rubber interface pad, so I'm not so worried about the paintwork. A small 3M pad might be worth it though to stop it from slipping. Looking at the product info it looks like I could (should?) be using a pair of rubber bands wrapped over, rather than the...
  6. TonyM

    Dashcam for Bicycle?

    I found a top tube side-on solution using a mount system designed for phones, bike computers etc. Thankfully my prototype camera is box-shaped - the sticky pad can go on at an angle so I can align the camera vertically. And I must say that sticky pad is really good. During testing I have...
  7. TonyM

    Dashcam for Bicycle?

    Any suggestions for mounting to the frame? Top tube? Something like this might work, if it fits around the tube:
  8. TonyM

    Dashcam for Bicycle?

    Hmm. I'm not really excited by any of the off-the-shelf options. So I'm going back to what I know - I'll repurpose an old prototype camera. Just checking the dimensions of Garmin quick-release mount plates.
  9. TonyM

    Dashcam for Bicycle?

    Cheap yes, but I don't see any claims about being weatherproof. And that off-centre mount position must lead to a lot of vibration on a bike.
  10. TonyM

    Dashcam for Bicycle?

    The Cycliq cams look good, but they're rather expensive. Might be a case of get what you pay for though.
  11. TonyM

    Dashcam for Bicycle?

    Not interested in testing, thanks. Just want something that works out of the box.
  12. TonyM

    Dashcam for Bicycle?

    Can anyone recommend a camera for use as a bicycle dashcam when commuting to work? I don't want to stick a go-pro on my helmet. Front and rear coverage preferred - can be two separate cameras. Ideally with fittings in the box or a dedicated accessory available for mounting on a handlebar so I...
  13. TonyM

    VS1 is on pre-sale..

    I think the HFOV might be narrower than you would like for a side camera
  14. TonyM

    Anyone remember mobius?

    Yes, I remember those. The M1S is decent if you want a like-for-like replacement. Most people will be better served by a dedicated dashcam though, perhaps an A119 Mini or VS1.
  15. TonyM

    Nextbase IQ

    Reading the comments on that video, the OP and another user seem to be happy customers.
  16. TonyM

    Nextbase IQ

    I went into my Halfords and it wasn't yet out on display
  17. TonyM

    Nextbase IQ

    It will be interesting to hear whether the Halfords staff know much about what they're selling. I might go test them on that just for fun!
  18. TonyM

    BlackboxMyCar Home Charger For Dash Cam Battery Packs

    I've often wondered whether such a device was available, since we don't drive enough to charge up our dashcam battery. Specifically, we have a Power Core 6200LFP which is designed for charging via a hardwire kit only. The input is specified as "DC 5V - 32V @ 6.5A (10max)". One of the downsides...
  19. TonyM

    Blackvue releasing Starvis 2 models, DR970X Plus

    Using an f2.8 lens would explain a lot about the relatively poor performance of the DR970X. Combined with the higher sensitivity of the Starvis 2 sensor, the new Plus has significantly less motion blur both day and night.
  20. TonyM

    Roundabout Wrong Way

    Yes, just carried on.... Didn't seem to realise they were on a roundabout
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