The new Sony sensors in these cameras are much better than anything that came before. There is a lot that goes into how well a sensor performs, it's way too complicated to explain, trust me these are the best on the market. On playback there is a slight motion blur, but if you pause the playback the images are sharp and clear. I can read car license plates a couple of car lengths away, easily read street signs and mailbox numbers. All dash cams are a pain to hardwire properly, no more or less so than this one. In my 2023 Rav4 Hybrid I chose to splice the hardwire kit (sold seperately) into my moonroof power wires. Much easier and cleaner than trying to get down to the dash. Also keeps the wires away from the airbags. There are kits that let you plug into the cars front safety camera, but I would not use them. I think it foolish to mess with a car's safety systems. There is a slight improvement when using the CPL filters. The main unit comes with one and I'd recommend ordering one for the rear camera as well (check the VIOFO website). I'd also recommend buying the VIOFO brand memory card. In my case I have all 3 HD cameras. That's a lot of writing to the SD card, especially if you use parking mode. Lesser cards might work for a while, maybe a few years, maybe a few months. With the money I put into this system I want to be sure it works properly for years. What good is it to save a few bucks, and then when you really need it you find the memory card is corrupted and you can't retrieve the video? If hardwiring or using parking mode the accessory wiring kit is a must. In fact you can't use parking mode without it. The cameras are well designed and easy to mount. The only thing that could have been better is if the wire from the main unit to the interior camera was available in a shorter length, say 6". Mine is mounted very close to the main unit and the extra 2.5 feet of wire has to be coiled up and hidden. I actually shortened mine to 6", but would not recommend it. It did show me how carefully VIOFO designed their units. When I cut the cable to shorten it, it wasn't an ordinary TRRS cable, it was double-shielded. The video wire had it's own shielding foil and wire wrap, then it and the other two wires were wrapped with shielding underneath the PVC outer cover. Re-wrapping both those shield after shortening and soldering the wires was a pain, even for someone who knows what they are doing. But it was a great design choice. VIOFO also uses a capacitor instead of battery in the unit. So it can handle high heat without damage, and unlike a battery it will likely outlast the rest of the equipment. The app lets you stream live video to your smart phone, which helps when aligning the cameras. But it doesn't stream over the web. You won't be able to see through your cameras unless you are in the car and connected by wifi. But the app is very useful for setting the cameras, changing settings, and downloading videos. One last thing about those dots on your windshield. If you think you might scrape them off to make a window for the camera, forget it. Those shade dots are ceramic and can't be removed. All in all, this was the best dash cam I could find for my purposes, I love it and highly recommend it. P.S. I almost forgot, the external wiring kit also has a battery saver feature. If you use the dash cam in parking mode, it will turn off before your battery drains too low. There are a few settings for how low it will go.

I have had and installed several dashboard cameras for my family and I that were in the $150-$250 range. Some worked well, but many were downright lousy (image quality especially!) My brother's car had a $200 one that kept freezing up after about a year, and he got fed up and asked me for a recommendation. I liked my FitcamX for the Toyota Sienna because it had an integrated OEM look. It served me well, but image quality was still lacking despite its 4K video claim. My brother bought the Viofo A139, and it looked pretty good for a 1440-pixel camera thanks to its Sony sensor. I got myself the Viofo A229 Pro 4K to see how it would compare to the FitcamX 4K. For the test, I did not mount it to the windshield and had it lean against the center console instead (see video). PROS - Excellent image quality (some degradation during night time) -- Sony makes some of the best photographic sensors in the industry (I'm a professional photographer but shoot with Canon) -- Better than average night vision that Sony is known for - Can simultaneously record front, rear, and interior with the 3CH version. I bought the 2CH (front, rear) - GPS built in to record place of collision and to log route -- When collision is detected, it beeps a few times. Video is stored in a subfolder on the memory card (forgot what it's called. "Locked"?) - Videos are stored in .MP4 format - Wires are routed through the car's interior and to the cigarette lighter port, but a hardwire kit (to the fuse box is available for purchase) -- Only turns on when the car is powered on, but can also constantly stay on by tapping directly into the car battery (with the optional hardwire kit) -- Cable is USB-A C between cigarette port adapter and main camera, and USB-C between main and rear cameras -- Cables were sufficiently long enough for a Toyota Highlander SUV and Sienna minivan with plenty to spare - Lenses can be rotated to different, vertical angles, but not horizontally - Multiple recording modes in Parked state -- Automatic: when motion is detected, automatically record -- Time lapse at specific frame rates (the higher the FPS, the more images will be taken) ---- Manual warns to use this mode during hot weather to prevent overheating of the camera -- Low bitrate: continuous recording but at a loss of image resolution/quality - microSD memory card support for up to 512GB -- Recommend SanDisk and Kingston the most. Viofo recommends their own branded memory card ---- SanDisk Extreme series cost more, but has lifetime warranty - WiFi function to view via a smartphone app -- Videos can be zoomed into for better visibility - Circular Polarizing Lens (CPL) Filter is an unusual feature -- CPLs are generally used in photography to block out glares and reflections to produce sharper images. Having one for the dashcam can help with that, but that also can create poor images depending on camera angle and time of day. If CPL is used, be sure to check the image quality from time to time - Voice notification to present camera state - Audio recording was decent -- Recording can be turned off for privacy - Manual start/stop of recording via a Bluetooth remote (optional purchase. I did not buy) - GPS coordinate, timestamp, speed, "Viofo" brand, camera model info can be watermarked on/off on the video CONS - Installation manual is better than expected, but if you have installed audio or camera equipment in the car before, it's a straight-forward, standard process -- Installation is made easier with a multimeter if using the hardwire kit. None needed for the cigarette lighter port - A bit on the pricey side - microSD Memory card was not included - 3M sticker to mount camera to windshield could come off over time - Does not look like an OEM camera like the FitcamX does I tested the collision feature by dropping the camera. It made a few beeps and moved the video to a special subfolder on the memory card. You can't go wrong with a Sony image sensor and GPS combination to record collisions. Should they get into an accident or come across a crime, the resulting video will certainly either help put a bad person behind bars and/or safe us much more in insurance cost against false lawsuits caused by fraudulent drivers.

I recently purchased the Viofo A229 Pro dashcam, and I couldn’t be happier with my decision. After having it installed by a professional, the dashcam has exceeded all my expectations. First and foremost, the video quality is outstanding. The footage is crystal clear, both day and night, capturing every detail on the road. Whether it’s a sunny day or a dimly lit street, the A229 Pro delivers sharp, high-definition recordings that provide peace of mind while driving. The companion app is another standout feature. It’s incredibly user-friendly, allowing me to transfer videos directly to my iPhone within minutes. This makes it easy to review and save important clips without needing to remove the SD card or connect the dashcam to a computer. One of the features I particularly appreciate is the parking mode. It works flawlessly, offering continuous monitoring even when the car is parked. This adds an extra layer of security, as the camera can automatically record any incidents or suspicious activity around my vehicle. Overall, the Viofo A229 Pro is a fantastic investment. Its top-notch video quality, seamless app integration, and reliable parking mode make it one of the best dashcams on the market. Highly recommended!

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Good item One thing not good, the sticker for rear cam is not good not sticking on window

Currently, it is one of the best sets you can buy (if you dig into available data, there are only two camera sensor types on the market, and this dashcam is the best one). It works like a charm. Setup was easy and usage is also easy, and wiring was also time-consuming but not complicated. I suggest using a good SD card (256-512 GB), lens covers, and a Dongar adapter or hard-wiring kit (optional, but I highly recommend exploring these options). I also wish it can connect to the home WiFi (with an option to connect to it via home WiFi afterwards - strange this was not done) and/or upload videos of the user to NAS/server.

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