Hello!
Before I get started, I'd like to let you know that this has been crossposted over at /r/Dashcam on Reddit, in case any of you actively contribute there.
I'm looking to get my first dashcam, and I want to do it right. I'm looking to have two cameras; one for the front windshield and one for the back. This has led me to two options:
1) Get a dual channel solution, or
2) Get two singular cameras
I'm not sure which is better, as I've just started researching this stuff. I can, however, provide my budget, and what I'm looking for.
1) I need good video quality in daytime and night. This is mainly for insurance for myself, but if something random happens it would be nice to have footage. Both channels should be 1080p (1920x1080) or higher resolution.
2) It needs to be discreet enough. I think a lot of them are, but it's worth putting out there.
3) I'm looking for a "set it and forget it" solution. I'm fine with hardwiring them into the car (and I would prefer to); I just want them to be put somewhere and have them work when they are supposed to, which is when I'm driving, and if there's excessive G forces, and if someone is messing with the car when it's parked and off.
4) I want them to be from a brand that is either well-known or has been established for a while. At least for dual-channel systems from Amazon, I have come up with a few possible brands. They are LG Innotek, Blacksys, Thinkware, Blackvue, Vantrue, and Lukas. No matter what I pick, I'd prefer if the brand manufactured some kind of dual channel solution just for completeness' sake, and to add to the brand's credibility. This isn't required, of course, if two single channel cameras are better, and the brand doesn't manufacture dual channel cameras. Also, no offense if I've left your favorite brand off the list; it's just that those were what I could find in a minute or so of scrolling multiple times on Amazon.
It is worth noting that I am an American and have never heard of any of these brands (except for LG, more generally) before doing this research, and that there also doesn't seem to be a singular market leader that consistently outperforms the competition.
I'm willing to spend, hopefully, up to $400 to $500 on both cameras, as well as anything required for them to operate (a hardwiring kit, for example), not including good SD memory.
If I've left anything out, please let me know. I'm a bit tired right now and just wanted to get this posted.
Looking forward to hearing everyone's suggestions. If you want to ask me additional questions, please don't hesitate to do so. After all, you guys are here to help, and I appreciate that!
Thanks!
Before I get started, I'd like to let you know that this has been crossposted over at /r/Dashcam on Reddit, in case any of you actively contribute there.
I'm looking to get my first dashcam, and I want to do it right. I'm looking to have two cameras; one for the front windshield and one for the back. This has led me to two options:
1) Get a dual channel solution, or
2) Get two singular cameras
I'm not sure which is better, as I've just started researching this stuff. I can, however, provide my budget, and what I'm looking for.
1) I need good video quality in daytime and night. This is mainly for insurance for myself, but if something random happens it would be nice to have footage. Both channels should be 1080p (1920x1080) or higher resolution.
2) It needs to be discreet enough. I think a lot of them are, but it's worth putting out there.
3) I'm looking for a "set it and forget it" solution. I'm fine with hardwiring them into the car (and I would prefer to); I just want them to be put somewhere and have them work when they are supposed to, which is when I'm driving, and if there's excessive G forces, and if someone is messing with the car when it's parked and off.
4) I want them to be from a brand that is either well-known or has been established for a while. At least for dual-channel systems from Amazon, I have come up with a few possible brands. They are LG Innotek, Blacksys, Thinkware, Blackvue, Vantrue, and Lukas. No matter what I pick, I'd prefer if the brand manufactured some kind of dual channel solution just for completeness' sake, and to add to the brand's credibility. This isn't required, of course, if two single channel cameras are better, and the brand doesn't manufacture dual channel cameras. Also, no offense if I've left your favorite brand off the list; it's just that those were what I could find in a minute or so of scrolling multiple times on Amazon.
It is worth noting that I am an American and have never heard of any of these brands (except for LG, more generally) before doing this research, and that there also doesn't seem to be a singular market leader that consistently outperforms the competition.
I'm willing to spend, hopefully, up to $400 to $500 on both cameras, as well as anything required for them to operate (a hardwiring kit, for example), not including good SD memory.
If I've left anything out, please let me know. I'm a bit tired right now and just wanted to get this posted.
Looking forward to hearing everyone's suggestions. If you want to ask me additional questions, please don't hesitate to do so. After all, you guys are here to help, and I appreciate that!
Thanks!