How about a round of applause for Viofo, more like standing ovation.
They’re back with another industry first.
Let’s take a quick look back.
2019 first 4K Sony Exmor sensor (A129 Pro Duo)
2022 first 2K+2K Sony STARVIS IMX335 (A229 Duo)
2022 first 4K Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678 (A139 Pro)
2023 first 2K Sony STARVIS 2 IMX675 (A119 Mini 2)
2023 first 4K+2K Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678+IMX675 (A229 Pro)
2024 first 4K60fps+2K STARVIS 2 IMX678+IMX675 SSD, Wi-Fi 6 (A329)
If you’re new to DCT, or not familiar with my amateur attempts I recommend you see the testing threads, and YouTube channels of;
@Vortex Radar https://www.youtube.com/@VortexRadar
@rcg530 https://www.youtube.com/@RetroCarGuy530
@safedrivesolutions https://www.youtube.com/@SafeDriveSolutions
@BlackboxMyCar https://www.youtube.com/@blackboxmycar
I have no formal education in engineering, computers, electronics, programming, software, coding etc.
I’m a basic user that has become a Viofo fanboy because I’ve tested most of the competition, and Viofo dash cams are the only ones I’d buy with my own money.
I prioritize image quality, reliability, and durability.
Bell & whistle features like Cloud, ADAS, Artificial Intelligence are of little interest, and my design preference is K.I.S.S (keep it simple stupid).
Q: Does the A329 have the best NIGHT TIME HDR performance of all previous Viofo models?
Q: If I already have a Viofo dash cam, is it worth upgrading to the A329?
Q: Will the A329 overheat in Parking Mode, and does it run cooler than A229 Pro?
Q: How much faster is the new Wi-Fi 6 for downloading clips to smartphone?
Q: What is the actual measured Horizontal FOV, and how does it compare to previous Viofo models?
Q: Exactly how much faster is the A329 booting up compared to A229 Pro?
Q: Is the new SSD protocol 100% functional, and worth the extra expense to increase the 512GB SD Card capacity to 4TB?
Q: Does Viofo have an Official recommended list of SSD’s, and SSD data cables like they do for SD Cards?
Q: Exactly how much does parking mode power consumption increase when using an SSD?
Q: Does the original A229 Duo (2022) use the same Coax cable for the Rear camera?
Q: How does the prototype Telephoto remote camera compare with the A229 Pro Telephoto camera?
Q: How does the prototype IR Interior camera camera compare with the A229 Pro IR Interior camera?
Q: Will there be an optional waterproof rear camera?
Q: Exactly how much does the Super Night Vision Time Lapse Parking Mode lower power consumption?
Q: What are the improvements of the A329’s all new D6000 CLA charger with 45 Watt total output & PD capability, and 18AWG Type-C to Type-C power cable?
Q: How does DAYTIME 4K60fps compare with 2K60fps from the A119 Mini 2?
Q: Why has the A329 returned to a 2-CH system, and is not 3-CH like the A229 Pro, and will there be a 3-CH model?
Q: When will the A329 be available for purchase on Amazon US, and do you have a 10% Off promo code?
Q: Is 60fps the same as 60Hz for gaming?
Q: Is this a paid review, how can I trust your worthless opinion?
A: Viofo has been sending me units for test & review since 2022, but I have never received any monetary compensation, or commission.
I always think the current test unit will be my last because I am extremely critical.
I have never gone easy on them, or any dash cam manufacturer.
I’m retired, and playing with dash cams is my fun time hobby.
I have nothing to loose if manufactures stop sending me products to test & review.
This is not a source of income for me.
Q: Does 60fps increase license palate capture during daytime?
Q: Why can’t the camera run 60fps with HDR enabled?
These are some questions I plan to tackle with my testing, and review.
If you want anything tested let me know.
At this point my usual routine is to mount the camera with previous models on a test rig, and perform useless stationary tests in my garage to check for improvements for about a week before I install the cameras in my test mule.
I have a feeling people are sick, and tired of this, and just want to see real world actual driving test footage, so that’s what I’ll do.
Also, I don’t have time because I’m prepping a road trip to Las Vegas for SEMA 2024.
I want to get the A329 installed in my car, and make sure everything works, so I can film test footage of the Las Vegas Strip.
The bright lighting conditions, and the A329’s HDR should look amazing.
However, I just completed an HDR performance test in my garage, and I’m pleased to report the night time HDR performance is better than the A229 Pro, and A119 Mini 2 at license plate capture.
This makes me very happy, because it took 6 months for Viofo to publish a public firmware with acceptable NIGHT TIME HDR performance for the A229 Pro.
Q: Why would I compare the $400 A329 flagship with a budget $99 A119 Mini 2?
A: The A119 Mini 2 has the best night time HDR performance of any camera I’ve ever tested, (until now).
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