BMW 8 SERIES Dash Cam Buyers Guide
THINKWARE FA200
This Dual dash cam captures video at 1080p Full HD in front and 720p in rear. It uses 2.12MP CMOS Sensor(front) and 1.0MP CMOS Sensor(rear) for a distortion-free, crisp image quality.
Built-in WiFi lets you download and view footage on your smartphone via the official app.
THINKWARE FA200 built with Super Capacitors and Thermal sensor, suitable for extreme temperatures.
Operating Temperature:
- 14°F – 140°F
- -10°C – 60°C
Storage Temperature:
- -4°F – 158°F
- -20°C – 70°C
Red light camera and speed camera alerts through the TWA-SGM GPS Antenna [optional]
Thinkware’s Anti-File Corruption Technology helps against Data fragmentation and file corruption.
Additional features:
- Parking surveillance mode
- impact and motion detection,
- energy saving
- time lapse mode
SD Card and Hardwiring kit is also included in the package.
This dash cam is recommended for users from the USA and CA only.
What’s in the box!
- Cigarette Power Cable,
- THINKWARE 16GB MicroSD Card with SD Card Adapter,
- Rear View Camera,
- CS Information,
- FA200 Main Dash Cam Unit,
- Rear Cam Quick Start Guide,
- Adhesive Cable Clips (3ea),
- Rear Cam Cable,
- Mount with Extra 3M Adhesive Tape,
- Quick Start Guide/Warranty
VIOFO A129 PRO DUO
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 around your BMW.
To effectively use parking mode, it is better to buy VIOFO HK3 hardwire cable separately.
The Unique features about VIOFO A129 PRO DUO 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.
NEXTBASE 422GW
Nextbase 422GW is a Great dash cam for your BMW 8 SERIES, apart from parking mode, night vision, and g sensors, it is also Alexa enabled and has SOS emergency alerts which is a bargain considering the quality and the price of this model. know more about the Nextbase dash cam below.
- 140° wide-angle view at 1440p, 30fps with night mode, giving you an amazing image quality.
- Parking mode (high sensitive G sensors) suitable so that the nextbase422w dash cam can record and save any bumps or unusual movement when you are away from your BMW.
- Alexa integrated, you can take calls, play your favorite music while driving with a peaceful mind.
- 10 Hz GPS module with SOS alerts, to alert emergency services to your location in case of an accident.
- Touch screen is provided.
- Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for you to view the footage on the go. very helpful in the if you need to show it to the cops.
- Easy to remove the dash cam from Magnetic Mount whenever you please.
FAQs
Does the Nextbase 422GW work with ODB2 Cable?
Nextbase 422gw dash cam comes with a 12V adapter for power and not for the ODB2 You can buy a hardwire kit that will piggyback into your fuse box.
Can the Nextbase dash cam be hard wired?
YES! it can be connected to the battery through fuse box using a hard-wiring kit[Nextbase kit is recommended].
Can Alexa be permanently disabled?
sure, you can always disable Alexa. It is an optional feature.