Wow, Yoji, that is the shizzel! Got awesome reviews.

 

From my research it appears that this is absolutely the best dashcam/interior cam package currently available. None of the others appear to have usable interior footage due to their lack of interior IR illumination. Unfortunately, I'm using a Lyft Express Drive rental and so installing one of these things would likely be problematic.

 

I'm biting the bullet and getting one!


There are a lot of dash (taxi, with 2 cams) cams that have suction cups to hold the cam. If you really want this one, SFO. Could jury rig cups to windshield. Also this comes with spare glue pads. S o you could move it to another car and just scrape the glue off with a razor.

 

Why won't these things work with the 200+ gig cards?

 

Check out Auto-I on kickstarter

 

Agreed. I did a lot of reading before I decided on my BlackVue 650 two camera setup. Unfortunately, the earlier model didn't have the IR LEDs, but I don't do any night Ubering.

Incidently, I noticed a couple of low ratings since I moved the second camera to the front, looking back into the car. I've recently moved it to the back window, looking forward into the car. It still protects me against false accusations, but it's much less obvious to passengers, and if they notice it, their privacy is protected because is records the back of their heads.

 

Incidently, I noticed a couple of low ratings since I moved the second camera to the front, looking back into the car. I've recently moved it to the back window, looking forward into the car.

I was wondering if that might happen. Pax are so self important. In SF, taxis are required to have interior facing cameras. And yet it's only Uber and Lyft drivers that dare to service some of the most dangerous areas of the city. Go figure.

 

YOJ, did you hardwire it or plug it into the cig lighter/power outlet?

 

$339 for 16GB on amazon. then I guess u can expand up to 128GB

reviews tho not so great

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Looks like China has it for dirt cheap?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BlackVue-DR...lack-16GB-Blackbox-Dashcam-/282356013428?hash=item41bdbad974:g:DsQAAOSwB-1YnQ9f

Who's going to take that chance?

 

Looks like China has it for dirt cheap?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BlackVue-DR...lack-16GB-Blackbox-Dashcam-/282356013428?hash=item41bdbad974:g:DsQAAOSwB-1YnQ9f

Who's going to take that chance?

Found this for $310; https://www.opensky.com/bloopro/pro...f6d3d6ff4058b4570?osky_origin=googlepla&ef_id=V1JLMQAABPsmkrqk:20170210064122:s

I would price check memcard prices and not just go with theirs. Wondering if it is worth getting a bigger card as it loops?

But the one I posted comes with the magic pro. Think that is big time worth it. I'm going to hardwire it to the dome light and my car has a perfect and easy to get to spot in the light housing. Gonna be easy-peasey make me lunch, to instal.

 

I like my Falcon Zero F360 HD Duel Dash Camera, I've had it for a year now and it's a "set it and forget it" camera. Automatically starts when you start the car, auto-shut off, records automatically, shock detection (will auto save footage before and after an impact is detected). Plus the cost is more reasonable for some:

http://amzn.to/2hdlGWk - $149.95

From their Amazon page:

• 3.5-inch LCD screen allows a preview of what is being recorded unlike other DVRs

• Night vision for interior clips and shots; Built-in microphone / speaker function

• 180-degree rotating 120-degree viewing angle high-resolution wide-angle lens

• Supports up to 32GB high-capacity SD cards; TV and HDMI HD output. Loop recording allows old file to be replaced automatically with new files

• 1 Year Manufacturer warranty included ~ 32GB SD CARD INCLUDED

What's in the Box?
Falcon Zero F360HD Mirror DVR, Power Cord (10 feet), USB Cord, Dual USB Car Charger, 32GB Class 10 SD card, Cord Management Clips, Instruction Manual, Retail Box.

 

I finally caved in and ordered a BlackVue DR650S-2CH-IR. I've been putting it off because of the price but I figure I really can't afford Not to have a cam. And I'm not one to spend money on sub-par stuff so after long research I concluded this was the one to have. As others have said, it's one of the few with *good* interior night vision. I didn't want to waste money on something less expensive if it can't perform it's primary function.

I know there's a lot of love for the Falcon but that thing simply doesn't meet my needs.
I almost went with the QVIA AR790 (very similar to the BlackVue) but the secondary camera doesn't have night vision.

 

I really like the Blackview, but am wondering if there's a way to use a suction cup mount. Anybody know?

Thanks!

 

Read reviews on the BlackVue, they're really not that great. Seems when your moving picture quality suffers.

Bought this today on Amazon much better reviews. Also bought their newer smaller T3 model for interior.

Goluk T2 FHD 1080P 152° WDR Car Dash Cam with Night Vision, G-sensor for Real Time Video Sharing, Motion Detection, Traffic Accident Disputes, Parking Monitor Loop Recording https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KX35KB2/?tag=ubne0c-20

Much better reviews than the BlackVue 650

 

I couldn't find any video of either Goluk showing a vehicle interior at night. There's no IR LED's so I'm sure some would need to be added to the vehicle. Not a big deal but an added expense. The BlackVue's IR looks very impressive completely stock. And as a photographer, Goluk's claim of an F2.0 lens on a tiny $99 camera seems highly doubtful. I'm sure it'll look great with some additional lights and the price is certainly better but I'd want to see some video before buying it.

 

Download their app, there are videos from each camera. The T3 at night don't look bad at all, very clear.

Here's a night video https://iserver.goluk.cn/s/R3yqIr

 

I checked out the app and the videos. Although I couldn't find any interior videos I think I'm pretty happy with my decision. The contrast ratio of most of the videos I saw looked flat and the app itself was kinda buggy. For an extra $100 the BlackVue seems superior. I'll post a short review once I've got it set up.

 

Looking forward to your review, Bean. If ya do a seperate thread, could ya post a link here so I am sure to see it?

Working on a deal with the state DMV (as a for profit thing) but am personally interested in how well or easily the BlackVue can read licence plates ahead.

If it comes up in your review.
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Download their app, there are videos from each camera. The T3 at night don't look bad at all, very clear.

Here's a night video https://iserver.goluk.cn/s/R3yqIr

Thats a great price, Beur. It seems very well received.

 

Looks like the Goluk is only single channel.

 

Indeed, Beur said he bought two. T2 for external and T3 for the interior.

Note the T2 filters out IR so you'd definitely want to avoid using that one for capturing the interior.
I believe the same is true with the BlackVue cameras that don't have the IR LED's.

 

Looking forward to your review, Bean. If ya do a seperate thread, could ya post a link here so I am sure to see it?

Will do! Mine's due to arrive tomorrow, although I've also got a date that night. Surely within a week's time.

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Here a grab of an interior video from the T1 the predecessor to the T2

That looks better than I expected. I'm interested in seeing how the T3 looks.

 

Will do! Mine's due to arrive tomorrow, although I've also got a date that night. Surely within a week's time.

That looks better than I expected. I'm interested in seeing how the T3 looks.

Once I have it installed will do some test videos and grab some stills.

Will do! Mine's due to arrive tomorrow, although I've also got a date that night. Surely within a week's time.

That looks better than I expected. I'm interested in seeing how the T3 looks.

Here ya go interior T3

https://iserver.goluk.cn/s/fYFJJf

 

Not bad at all! Think you could post another one with less light coming in?

My BlackVue came in on schedule. I got it out of the box but haven't had time to really mess with it yet.
I was happy to see how small the interior camera is. I don't want it to be super obvious so that was a pleasant surprise.

 

Not bad at all! Think you could post another one with less light coming in?

My BlackVue came in on schedule. I got it out of the box but haven't had time to really mess with it yet.
I was happy to see how small the interior camera is. I don't want it to be super obvious so that was a pleasant surprise.

When install is complete on both the camera and the disco lights, I'll post another one.

 

LOL, Beur.

 

Finally got some video up of my BlackVue. This was kinda thrown together but I plan on developing this youtube channel with various rideshare related junk so feel free to subscribe if you've appreciated my point of view of things on this board.

So far, I don't think anyone has noticed that it's even there. Also note this is somewhat compressed from what the raw footage looks like.

 

How do you have the power and have it mounted?

 

It came with a cigarette jack power connector so for now I'm just using that. It works fine assuming you don't care about parking mode with the car completely off. I plan on hardwiring it through a Lukas power supply so the camera will stay on even with the car off until the car's battery is reduced to a set voltage.

As for the mounting. The front camera is somewhat hidden behind the rearview. The camera came with an adhesive mount so it sticks to the windshield without a suction cup. The interior camera I have mounted inside my dash just above the radio. It's actually inside a little compartment so it's not too noticeable in the dark.

(I'm going to clean up the wiring once I get that power hookup. I don't feel like fussing with it all more times than I have too)

 

I dunno. I need at least 3 channels. I want the entire interior covered. im still struggling over a choice.

Ive been looking at thsi setup https://www.dashcam.co/collections/...egree-of-recording-outdoor-cam-on-each-mirror-free-shipping?variant=16303029828
its basically 2 2ch systems, which means 2 12v plugins. Ive also been looking into what they call mobile dvrs or mdvr's but it seems liek msot of the cameras they come with are too bgi and bulky and more suited to an 18 wheeler than a prius interior

 

Dan, an option for a 3rd cam might be using an old cell phone. Lots of free apps to do it.

Dunno, just a thought and I'm gonna try it. WTH, free and be kinda cool.

 

I'm thinking eventually I'll get a second BlackVue setup like the one I have above to give me 4 channels. 2 external and 2 interior, front and back. Kinda pricey but I think it'd be most ideal.

 

Most of the bad reviews on Amazon for the Blackvue are over sellers who sold dashcams with non proprietary sd cards. I have tried three different Blackvue models, Blacksys, and Janus Cam. All of the cams were great during the day, but at night only two were good. Blackvue DR650s IR and the Janus Cam V2. The Janus Cam is what cab drivers use in the city. It's a big Cam but the IR is really good. I liked the sleek feel the Blackvue unit has compared to the Janus. Because of the liberal return policy of Amazon, I was able to keep testing units. I initially tried non IR units and would illuminate the back seat of the car. But nearly every person would turn them off, so I had to get an IR camera.

If you look an older Janus Cam V1 can be bought for <200. But the new V2 costs around 500. The Blackvue was purchased on EBay for 290, it was a brand new DR650S with non IR second Cam. I sold the second Cam on EBay for 60, then went to dashcambros and bought a new IR add on Cam for 79.00. So I got a brand new DR650s IR for 309. I also hardwired it to my fuse box using the accessory for parking mode. Shuts the cam off when the battery voltage gets below 12.1V.

One last item, is that the Blackvue can use up to 128 gb micro Sd card. But not all SD cards are compatible. I used a few and all eventually started giving me start up issues. The card I use with zero issues is a 64gb Lexar Professional 1000x LSDMI64GCBNL1000R. It's around 39.00 on Amazon. Important to note that you need to format the card to Fat32 using an app on your pc. Using the Blackvue app or the actual dashcam will not format the card correctly. If you don't mind paying extra, the Blackvue sd card for 64gb is around 59-79 dollars and can be formatted using the dashcam or pc app.