Where do you go to obtain the choice of Lens on the A129 ? (Lens 1 or Lens 2) ? I looked on Viofo website and on Amazon and the descriptions all show the 140 Degrees Cam. If there are 2 lens out there and you can't make the choice of which one then what is it "luck of the draw" of which one you get when you buy it? or is there a specific seller that's selling the 110 degree cam and I cant find it? anyone know more information on this? Is there a Poll anywhere as to which one is better? newer? and any other differences? etc..... thnaks
VIOFO continues to redesign and improve mounting systems, regularly release new firmware with added options, change Lenses without notice, adjust Lens depth of field sometimes too much, and tinker with Parking Mode. Don't get me wrong - CHANGE is good !! The average consumer is overwhelmed with strange terms and specifications simply wanting the BEST Dash Camera for their needs. The A129 Duo box I received displays 140 degree Lens but cameras are new narrower FOV Lens.
My guess is 140 FOV is being phased out and replaced with narrower 135-130 FOV Lens in 2019.
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A129 Buyers Guide
- do you own small Car with small windshield ?
> yes = select narrow 130 degree Field of View anti-reflective coated Lens to reduce bottom edge distortions producing more realistic view.
> no = select wide angle 140 degree Field of View brighter uncoated Lens to capture slightly wider scene with slight fish-eye effect.
- desire less Dash reflections ?
> yes = select standard size CPL for 130 FOV Lens or new larger beveled CPL for 140+ FOV Lens.
- before ordering ask vendor for Lens options.
- require Parking Mode Protection ?
> yes = select newest 3-wire Hardwire Kit for full Parking Mode support and functionality.
> no = save vehicle battery drain and possibly use 10-20,000 mAh Power Bank and one supported Parking Mode option (to be determined soon).
- require GPS Data on video
> yes = select GPS Mount.
> no = select GPS Mount anyway just to sync the Date and Time but disable GPS Stamp in Menu.