Dashcam for the Emira

[gcmak]

Well since I last posed, I am now looking at the A119 Mini 2.
Only very slightly bigger and has a screen, which I dont need, but may prove useful. And for the so small increase in size, most likely worth it.
Decision, Decsions

I run the mini 2 in the Emira and M2. Hasn't given me grief and has worked fine to pull footage of silly drivers on the road as well as a backup camera for capturing footage of driving on the racetrack.

 

[ADC]

I have the Viofo A229 Pro 4K which has worked with no problems so far.
You would think that that would use slightly more power than the VS1 so you will be ok.

If you do get the VS1 can you check if it is suitable for fixing to a vertical screen?
It looks like it should by the pictures on their website.
I was thinking about sticking it on the rear screen as a stand alone camera rather than having one attached to my front one.

I'm running a viofo vs1 up front, as I just wanted something small and unobtrusive, but with with good low light performance (and it was crazy cheap around Black Friday).
It is adjustable through a large range, so would work just fine as a rear facing cam.

I don't really care for having a screen, but the thing I do kinda miss is it doesn't support WiFi "station mode" like the viofo cams further up the range (which I use in our other car).

 

[Beachbum]

I'm running a viofo vs1 up front, as I just wanted something small and unobtrusive, but with with good low light performance (and it was crazy cheap around Black Friday).
It is adjustable through a large range, so would work just fine as a rear facing cam.

I don't really care for having a screen, but the thing I do kinda miss is it doesn't support WiFi "station mode" like the viofo cams further up the range (which I use in our other car).

OK, have to ask.................. Whats Wifi Station Mode?

 

[ADC]

OK, have to ask.................. Whats Wifi Station Mode?

You can have the camera automatically join your home network when in range (instead of acting as a hotspot that you must connect to). Makes getting access to the videos convenient, as any computer on that network can get to them.

Edit: the real win is if you set up something that watches for the camera appearing on the network (i.e. as you arrive home), and automatically syncs videos onto a NAS.

 

[Beachbum]

I'm now torn between the Kenwood A510W, or the Viofo VS1, or A119 Mini. Cant make my mind up.
The Viofo's do seem to have the better CMOS sensor though

 

[Nick Sticks]

I'm now torn between the Kenwood A510W, or the Viofo VS1, or A119 Mini. Cant make my mind up.
The Viofo's do seem to have the better CMOS sensor though

I couldn't see an option on the Kenwood to have an anti glare polarizing filter whereas the Viofos do. Something to consider.

 

[crestima]

I'm now torn between the Kenwood A510W, or the Viofo VS1, or A119 Mini. Cant make my mind up.
The Viofo's do seem to have the better CMOS sensor though

I also debated between the A119 V2 Mini and Kenwood, but opted for the A119 due to its smaller size, physical buttons below the screen and most importantly, for me, because it is easily detached from its GPS base facilitating any needed occasional removal. Most others use the rotating ball base which is not as practical for removal and prone to wear with time.

 

[Rupes]

I'm now torn between the Kenwood A510W, or the Viofo VS1, or A119 Mini. Cant make my mind up.
The Viofo's do seem to have the better CMOS sensor though

Sounds like you've got some good options. One additional consideration is the Maxcam 360. I hardwired mine into the rearview mirror for power supply reasons (thanks @silent cilantro and @kitkat) - the usb plug isn't enough juice - and I've been very happy with the combo radar detector and camera functionality in a tidy single package. Mine is mounted on the passenger side too for a more stealthy appearance. Yes, it's not cheap, but given you can use it for years and take it with you to your next car, it felt like a worthwhile investment.

 

[Beachbum]

Those are bonkers money over here. If I have it right, Amazon showing it for ~£1700 !!! Ten times what I planned on paying for the 3 mentioned earlier.