It is obvious that Night vision is necessary for any dash cam yet choosing the best dash cam with night vision is a tough task but don’t you worry as I have researched all the web to come up with this article.
Night vision functions primarily with a low light image sensor, of course there are dozens of image sensors to name but very few are qualified to use.
Sony Starvis ™ is considered as the most advanced low light image sensor. Something about this image sensor….
But an image sensor solely won’t do it all for your high quality night view. The processor and software in a dash cam boost the sensor’s abilities.
In this article, I have listed down the dual dash cams with the best night vision quality.
Thinkware U1000 features ;
It has 4k 30fps Ultra HD to record high quality video and 2k 60 fps QHD to capture sharp images like license plates. You can switch between both of them according to your needs.
The improved 8.42 Megapixel Sony stravis image sensors get’s you super night vision and the best image quality in low light conditions like dim parking lots.
The Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) can alert you of any potential forward collisions, lane departures, and front vehicle departure, so you can drive safely.
Anti-file Corruption Technology will protect your video files from getting lost if ever the Thinkware memory card gets corrupted.
It records video files in 1 min(60 seconds) segments, so if you ever get into an accident, the super capacitor will power the Thinkware U1000 dash cam for enough time to secure the footage into the Micro SD card.
Thinkware cloud 2.0 service is provided so you can view live footage and get altered about any impact, though motion and impact detection.
What’s in the box!
- Main Unit,
- 12 V power cable,
- Hard-wiring cable,
- CPL Filter,
- 32 GB Micro SD Card
- 2 K rear cam
FAQ's
Does Thinkware U1000 work if my glass already is tinted?
yes, you can increase the brightness if you are still unsatisfied (less likely), just erase the small area (dot) of the tinted glass where the dash cam views.
Is there any customer care services available, if so how good are they?
Premium dash cam company like Thinkware have very good support system so whenever you get stuck while using the unit, you can ask them and they are ready to help you.
You can contact Thinkware support system at :
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-844-865-9273
Will the voltage level detection system provided in Thinkware U1000 stop draining my car battery when it gets too low in park mode?
Yes , Thinkware U1000 is equipped with Voltage Cut Off, Record Timer and Wintertime Battery Protection system to protect your vehicle battery during the parking mode.
viofo A129 Features ;
Viofo A129 pro duo is the best budget dash cam for CAR
Being equipped with Sony 8MP IMX317 Sensor in the front camera and Sony IMX 291 sensor in the rear camera, you can be sure to capture street signs and licence plates without any hassle.
With Viofo A129 dash cam you not only will get sharp images but it also automatically balances the lighting at overly bright and dark areas using the upgraded 7-Glass F1.8 aperture lens and WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) technology.
It comes with Buffered Parking Mode which detects the collision beforehand and starts capturing the event.
To effectively use parking mode, it is better to buy VIOFO HK3 hardwire cable separately.
The unique features about A129 is it has got the dual band(2.4 GHz & 5 GHz) WiFi, which helps you transfer files fast without any wireless interference.
The built-in GPS will log the location, time (satellite synchronized) and the speed of your CAR, so if you ever get pulled over for speeding, you will have ample information about your driven path as evidence.
- Dual dash cam, front (4k, 130°) and rear (1080p, 140°).
- 8 MP Sony image sensors with perfect amount of wide view.
- Built-in GPS and Dual band WiFi
- Buffered parking mode,Loop recording, emergency recording, motion detection, time lapse.
The maximum SD card that can be used is on Viofo A129 is 256 GB.
Here is data on how long it will take before looping to the first video file.
256GB
HBR : 18.2 {18 H 12m)
LBR : 28.6 {28h 36mm}
128GB
HBR : 9.1 ( 9h 6m )
LBR : 14.1 (14H 6M)
64GB
HBR : 4.5 (4h 30m)
LBR : 7.1 ( 7H 6M)
[ HBR= high bit rate LBR= Low Bit rate]
What’s in the box!
- 1* Front & Rear camera
- 1* Car charger
- 1* Rear camera cable
- 1* Mini USB cable
- 1* GPS mount
- 1* Trim removal tool
- 5* Clips
- 2* Stickers for front & rear cam
1* Mount for rear camera
1* Card Reader adapter
FAQ's
Does Viofo A129 dash cam work if connected to OBD port?
No, native OBD port is not supported.
Can you use the screen and rear cam as a backup cam setup?
Not advised as the screen is too small to use as a backup camera.
It is of enough size to hold it in your hand and view the footage, so in case of emergency you don’t have to waste time transfering files to your system.
BlackVue DR900X- 2CH Features
- 4K Ultra HD footage at 1080p resolution.
- 8 MP front (CMOS sensor) and 2.1 MP rear (Sony Starvis™ sensor, best for low light)
- 265 High Efficiency Video Coding system compresses video file without compromising quality.
- With Cloud service you can enjoy live view from your dash cam on the BlackVue mobile app.
- Native parking mode, without any additional accessories.
- Voltage cutoff and timer can be set in the BlackVue App to protect your vehicle’s battery.
- Impact and motion detection.
- Operation Temperature: : -20 °C, -4 °F – 70 °C ,158 °F (manufactured with super capacitors).
- Built-in GPS to visualize your location on map during playback.
- Built in WiFi helps to download video files instantly into your smartphone/tablet.
- LTE module(optional) will provide an amazing cloud experience.
What’s in the box!
- BlackVue DR900X-2CH (Front Cam + Rear Cam)
- Power Cord
- Rear Cam Cable
- x5 Cable Clips
- Double-Sided Tape for Mounting Brackets
- BlackVue 32 GB micro-SD Card
- micro-SD Card Reader
VAVA Dual Dash Cam
- The VAVA dual dash cam is the Best 360° view Dash cam in the market.
- Front (155°) and Rear (126°) camera captures the road at 1920 x 1080p 30fps giving you crisp view of licence plates.
- Equipped with the Sony sensor(front IMX307 rear IMX323), you will get amazing image quality during both day and night condition.
- The Built in WiFi allows you to configure, download to your smartphone via the ”VAVA Dash” app, so you can share the incidents footage anytime, anywhere.
- Seamless loop recording will be automatically activated when start the engine. Recorded videos are saved in 1, 2 or 3-minute segments with an Auto-Looping mechanism. The older video segments will be overwritten by the new one. Support up to 128 GB Card( Class 10).
- The built-in G-sensor detects sudden shock or collision and will lock the video and keeps protected from being overwritten. This can be an vital information as evidence for insurance claims.
- During the parking mode, the VAVA Dash cam will automatically record and save video footage when it detects any bumps. It acts as a surveillance camera system while you are away from your car, helps to prove in case of any vandalism.
- Operating temperature: 14°f – 122°f during battery power, and 32°f – 158°f during the parking mode..
What’s in the box!
● 1X VAVA Dash Cam;
● 1X Car Mount;
● 1X Snapshot Button;
● 1X VAVA Car Charger;
● 1X Micro USB Cable with GPS Module;
● 1X Crowbar,
● 5X Cable Clips,
● 1X Button Cell;
● 1X User Guide,
● 1X Thank you Card;
● 1X Quick Installation Guide;
All the above recommend Dash cams have the superior sony stravis image sensor. we carefully chose these through researching forums and asking dash cam owners.
Thinkware u100 is the superior of them all but you have to get an additional rear cam
BlackVue 900x has got the complete package with high end hardware.
If you are on a budget get the vava dual dash cam. it has a decent night vision ability.