Can someone please recommend me a good decent car dash camera for a budget around $100. I did some research on Ebay and there's millions of them but aren't sure of thier capabilities and qualities.
Would prefer following features if possible:
1. Small or mini size easy to mount/remove
2. Mount to windscreen. Don't like the sticky pad.
3. Must have video screen
4. Must have gps/date/time stamp
5. Can automatically recyle the recorded file if possible.
6. Easy file transfer to computer.
7. Must be at least 720p recording.
I'm sure it is too much to ask for a hundred bucks but if it is possible? Thanks
There is a brand new one from a local company Navig8r (Ryde in Sydney). They've put a lot of work into it, so it should be pretty good (not as good video quality at night however)
Google Search link >> http://tinyurl.com/c6xalsk – there are reviews etc but also check Youtube demos, etc. Its a brand new product – I know about it as I am a Beta Tester from their normal GPS products.
The non-GPS model was on an OzStock deal the other day, still a few in stock at $85...
There is a new model with GPS, but I am unsure of it's delivery status and price. Google links will help.
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EDIT – GRRR – I didn't read/notice your "must have" of GPS. Just checked and here is the webpage. Check the Youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9og7y6t4MU , and the tabs that link to Specs etc
http://www.laserco.net/produ
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Can someone please recommend me a good decent car dash camera for a budget around $100.
The GS1000 seems like a good one. I have an earlier version without the vid screen. That is good so I'd expect this one to be. Review | Best price I've found so far, or on Ebay.
I like the LASER Navig8r, it's small and easy to mount/remove but it's $200 very pricey for a tiny camera. Also I'm not sure how long its bettery can last.
I think I'm going to get GS1000B. Its feature is amazing with the $100 price tag and I hope it can perform well.
thanks guys
I've just found the 2012 new model GS5000 for $130 on ebay. it has 140 wide angle compare to GS1000B 120 angle.
http://www.ebay.com.au
it has 140 wide angle compare to GS1000B 120 angle.
In practice it won't make much difference. Wide angle is usually only at lesser resolutions. I prefer as normal an angle as possible. Wide angle doesn't give you much extra on the sides, just more bonnet, dash and sky. Having a lot of sky in the image can really screw with contrast.
However, the GS5000 has IR night vision which could be worth paying the extra for if you do a lot of night driving in poorly lit areas, assuming it works.
BTW-I'd avoid the bright body colours too as they're likely to draw unwanted attention.
budget android phone with dashcam app?
tried with the android phone Galaxy S2 app DailyRoads (recorded at 1080P) but the video quality was still bad. the camera angle was not wide enough to see the cars on both sides. the phone usesd 60% of battery for 1 hour and a half of driving.
I'm going to order the GS5000 :)
edit: correct grammer
Well i got the navig8r gps dash cam last week, cost $200 plus micro sd card.
Works well, clear enough for me. Got it from Mwave as I couldnt order directly from Laser (web site shit, and wouldnt load up details to sign up or ordering)
East to use, saves in avi with sound. Has all the details you rqr.
Ebay ones seem crapier quality and only in 640 x480
You would think these things would be standard kit in cars nowadays.
Like airbags, ABS, Traction-Control, ISOFIX............. ;-)
these things would be standard kit
The problem is that it can become a two edged sword. For example, if they become a standard accessory state governments might legislate to require data to be held for x months, and that it can be used against you.
I've heard that the cops already use data stored by engine management computers to determine speeds before a crash. Don't know if anyone has been prosecuted as a result, but off hand I can't see why it hasn't/can't happen.
However, the GS5000 has IR night vision which could be worth paying the extra for if you do a lot of night driving in poorly lit areas, assuming it works.
I have IR night vision on my dash camera and it's totally useless.
BTW, I have a dedicated GPS speedo on my dash which is visible on the video and helps to confirm my speed.
I have IR night vision on my dash camera and it's totally useless.
you meant the night vision in green colour?
I have a Navig8r GPS and it is a great little camera. Would highly recommend it for the $200 I paid in comparison to the ebay special that cost the same.
As for the IR that is claimed in many cheap cameras, it is very poor quality. If they have IR LED's it will cause reflection of the windscreen, as they are pointless in most situations. What you want is a low LUX camera that works in low light, not an IR one.
you meant the night vision in green colour?
I don't know what you mean by green colour, but here is the eBay listing of the one I bought.
http://www.ebay.com.a
I have IR night vision on my dash camera and it's totally useless.
IR has limited range, only good for a few meters depending on how many LEDs it has. a huge difference between that and proper night vision
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8sX9Zfdn28
explains abit about IR night vision
In practice it won't make much difference. Wide angle is usually only at lesser resolutions. I prefer as normal an angle as possible. Wide angle doesn't give you much extra on the sides, just more bonnet, dash and sky. Having a lot of sky in the image can really screw with contrast.
while wide angle will give more sky and bonnet, it will give more view to the left and right