Lexus NX Dash Cam Buyer’s Guide-2022

Lexus NX Dash Cam Buyers Guide

VIOFO A129 PRO DUO

Viofo A129 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 near your Lexus NX by 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 Lexus NX.

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 Lexus NX, 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

Pros
  • This is the Budget option, you won’t find all these amazing features in this price point.

    2.0″ touchscreen is provided.

    Dual band WiFi

     Maximum of 256 GB microSD card supported.

Cons
  • MicroSD card and wiring kit not included.

    Having a screen may compromise the stealth.

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.

Garmin 66w

  • 2 inches LCD screen included.
  • 180° wide field of view in 1 MP camera, 1440p resolution, 30 fps with Garmin Clarity HDR™ for enhanced image quality under low light conditions near your Lexus NX
  • GPS enabled, for you to view your location during the playback.
  • Voice control to start/stop and save recordings.
  • Loop recording allows to record non stop and automatically saves footage of accidents near your Lexus NX.
  • G sensor and driver alerts( forward collision, lane departure warnings and a “GO” alert) to enhance driver awareness.
  • Internal battery can record for 30 min after/if the power supply [car’s battery] is turned off
  • Red light camera and speed camera location alerts (not available in all areas) can be updated through the subscription free Garmin express.
  • Travelapse™ feature helps you to capture and share hours of driving footage into minutes of highlights.
What’s in the box!
  • Dash Cam 66W;
  • Low profile magnetic mount;
  • Vehicle power cables;
  • Dual USB power adapter;
  • Documentation

Note :
If there arises a difficulty in pairing the dash cam with the app via Bluetooth, like asking for an update or something, simply reboot and repair. Most of the time it solves the problem or else contact customer care.

Pros
  • Compact,nicely blends within the car

    180° wide view without any bubble effect

    voice commands

    Magnetic mount is very effective.

Cons
  • SD card not included[8 GB, Class 10 or faster recommended]

    For parking mode, you need to buy Garmin parking mode cable separately.

    Apps may have bugs but can be resolved through an updates

FAQ's

Which all languages does the voice control support?

Voice control is available for English, French, Italian, Spanish, German and Swedish.

When I 66w dash cam to save video, does it save before you told it?

In this case, the Garmin 66w dash cam will save the previous video clip, the currently recording clip, and will save the upcoming clip.

Each of these clips will be approximately 1 minute in length, for a total of 3 minutes of saved video around the time of the incident.

What happens when the memory card is full? Do I have to delete manually?

With the loop recording feature, older video files will be overwritten buy the new ones but only the incidents sensed through the motion detectors will be saved.

Thinkware U1000

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 around your Lexus NX.

The Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) can alert you of any potential forward collisions, lane departures, and front vehicle departure, so you can drive in your Lexus NX securely.

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 your vehicle 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.

Along with motion and impact detectionThinkware cloud 2.0 service is provided so you can view live footage and get altered about any impact around your Lexus NX.

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

Pros
  • Dual mode of video recording.
  • Anti-file Corruption Technology, records in 1min segments.
  • Built-in WiFi, GPS and mobile app services are provided.
  • ADAS – driver safety alerts.
Cons
  • LCD screen is not provided. (NOT a MUST to have).
  • Hotspot is necessary to use cloud services.
  • Once mounted, it is hard to readjust.( if you place it correctly in the first place and don’t want to touch it again then it’s fine).

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.

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