DashCam suggestions

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megamac

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Thinking of adding a dash cam, especially with the UBS port right there on the mirror.. Any suggestions? Are you using one that you are happy with?

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I use a 360 degree camera which "sees" out all the windows. It was useful when someone went into the back of me at a pedestrian crossing. It showed the view out of the windscreen and the back window which I sent to the insurers, and although the third party denied liability, the camera evidence showed they were. :)
(Also, I plug it into a battery pack when parked up and it acts like a sentry mode)
 
Gadget Geek said:
I use a 360 degree camera which "sees" out all the windows. It was useful when someone went into the back of me at a pedestrian crossing. It showed the view out of the windscreen and the back window which I sent to the insurers, and although the third party denied liability, the camera evidence showed they were. :)
(Also, I plug it into a battery pack when parked up and it acts like a sentry mode)
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What's the make and model?
Will it work with the mirror usb port?
 
Personally, I've ordered the Viofo A129 Pro Duo 4K. Further info below, including video from a user who has already installed this on his mk1 ZS.

Also there are some other suggestions if you check/search the threads in the 'Upgrades & Accessories' section

Nutnut said:
Mileage varies on what's classed as a recommendation, but I have a couple on a shortlist and will likely go with the second one as it best suits the requirements I have, at a reasonable price.
There are also lower res versions as well as plenty of other makes depending on what you want:

-Thinkware U1000 4K

-Viofo A129 Pro Duo 4K

Amazon product ASIN B07RXPP143

The Duo version of the latter was fitted to a ZS EV here, and around the 1:11 mark there's footage:




For more sample images, I don't think there's a channel does better side by sides:

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Nutnut said:
Personally, I've ordered the Viofo A129 Pro Duo 4K. Further info below, including video from a user who has already installed this on his mk1 ZS.

Also there are some other suggestions if you check/search the threads in the 'Upgrades & Accessories' section
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It looks a good choice. Can’t see any mention about FoV.
 
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Dave said:
It looks a good choice. Can’t see any mention about FoV.
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Front: 130° wide viewing angle, rear: 140° wide viewing angle. For me it captures what I need without the footage wandering too far into fish-eye territory. Mostly I was after true 4k and decent detail capture at a reasonable price.

My next choice would be the Thinkware, but it's more than I wanted to spend.
 
While we are talking about dashcams is that something MG dealers can install for you? I have no intention of messing with fuse box but I am actually considering getting dashcam too since it's first expansive car I will own. If installing dashcam requires any wire work I will need someone who can do it for me.
 
Dave said:
Having rear camera is great.
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For me, I think a rear cam may be quite useful. Just last week I was again bumped from behind in traffic (whilst stationary!), and I would've liked to have footage. Luckily in that case it was minor.

Maciej said:
While we are talking about dashcams is that something MG dealers can install for you? I have no intention of messing with fuse box but I am actually considering getting dashcam too since it's first expansive car I will own. If installing dashcam requires any wire work I will need someone who can do it for me.
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You'd have to call and ask your dealer. When I was enquiring, some will do it themselves and some will point you to a local that comes in. If not, try RAC or Halfords... sometimes they do EVs, sometimes they don't.

I'm going to have a go at doing it myself - most time consuming thing I can see is feeding the cables, but Tom's video in the post I linked above pretty much maps it out.
 
Maciej said:
While we are talking about dashcams is that something MG dealers can install for you? I have no intention of messing with fuse box but I am actually considering getting dashcam too since it's first expansive car I will own. If installing dashcam requires any wire work I will need someone who can do it for me.
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Yes Luscombe's of Leeds do it as an option.
 
Thanks will give them a ring tomorrow my car should be here any time now between now and next 2 weeks so they could do it before I pick it up.
 
FlashingBlade said:
What's the make and model?
Will it work with the mirror usb port?
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I got it off eBay for £25. I thought, for that price even if it doesn't work it was worth a try, and it's been brilliant. I've just had another look on eBay and the prices are mental.

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The same camera is £70.74!!!

I've got it mounted on an adjustable arm which gives a view out of every window and records the dash for speedo and indicators in case a thrid party tries to dispute liability.
 

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Gadget Geek said:
I use a 360 degree camera which "sees" out all the windows. It was useful when someone went into the back of me at a pedestrian crossing. It showed the view out of the windscreen and the back window which I sent to the insurers, and although the third party denied liability, the camera evidence showed they were. :)
(Also, I plug it into a battery pack when parked up and it acts like a sentry mode)
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That's great feedback, and I've had that happen to me too, where a car tried exiting the parking lot without paying for their ticket and went to the back of me. That was 17 years ago, and back then no dash cams... Thankfully the parking attendant saw it and that way my insurance covered me, and the pr*ck said I reversed into him.

Again, considering the car has front and rear cameras mounted, it is a pity that they do not always record onto a min memory card. That would be a great option to cover you when someone rear ends you, and you need evidence.
 
Maciej said:
While we are talking about dashcams is that something MG dealers can install for you? I have no intention of messing with fuse box but I am actually considering getting dashcam too since it's first expansive car I will own. If installing dashcam requires any wire work I will need someone who can do it for me.
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Halfords fit their dashcams for a reasonable fee
 
Kithmo said:
It varies, some do, but some call it a modification if you hard wire it in and up your premium a bit.
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That is really crazy. In what way would a dashcam be a ‘dangerous’ modification?? I think that needs challenging…
Wonder what they would think about wiring in a coffee machine?? :coffee::unsure:
 
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