Dash cam - where to start

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  • RichardD1970
    RichardD1970 Posts: 3,795 Forumite
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    I was looking at, this one.

    It's the one Techmoan is currently using.

    Nice and unobtrusive, not too expensive (in fact about the same price as Strider590's SJ4000 ;)).

    I don't want the faff of taking one in and out of the car every time, I just want to fit and forget.
  • hans_2
    hans_2 Posts: 420 Forumite
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    RichardD1970 wrote: »
    I was looking at, this one.

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    Product Safety
    This product is subject to specific safety warnings
    Warning: Not suitable for children under 14 years. For use under adult supervision
    Warning: To be used under the direct supervision of an adult
    Warning: Protective equipment should be worn. Not to be used in traffic

    Surprised at this:D
  • ballyblack
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    PC Advisior this month

    http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/test-centre/photo-video/best-dash-cams-2016-uk-best-car-dashcams-3632857/
  • RumRat
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    Our local garage is doing one for £19.99.....:cool::D
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  • Strider590
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    Moto2 wrote: »
    So they don't cost a fortune then, unless you decide to spend a fortune?


    The SJ4000 is not "fluffy bunny" or "does everything for you", you have to find your own way to mount it and get power to it (if desired), the expensive cams are "idiot proof" and that's why they're expensive.
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  • RichardD1970
    RichardD1970 Posts: 3,795 Forumite
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    Strider590 wrote: »
    The SJ4000 is not "fluffy bunny" or "does everything for you", you have to find your own way to mount it and get power to it (if desired), the expensive cams are "idiot proof" and that's why they're expensive.

    Even the cheap ones off eBay come with power leads and various mounts so fail to see your point.
  • jblessing
    jblessing Posts: 146 Forumite
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    Most dashcams switch on/off with the engine, so would be of no use to you when you leave it parked up.
  • spud17
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    Off topic.
    I can just about understand a forward facing dash cam. :)
    What is law regarding a camera in the back window pointing straight at the following driver's face?
    Recently came up behind a car at traffic lights, I noticed a small sticker saying 'Smile you're being recorded', I eventually spotted the small camera mounted beside the high level brake light, angled towards a following driver.
    Move along, nothing to see.
  • wongataa
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    spud17 wrote: »
    Off topic.
    I can just about understand a forward facing dash cam. :)
    What is law regarding a camera in the back window pointing straight at the following driver's face?
    In a public place (which would include roads) there is no restriction on taking photos or filming.
  • robatwork
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    Poppy9 wrote: »
    After some !!!!!! hit my car and drove off leaving a load of damage to my car while parked in Sainsbury's I'm thinking of getting a dash cam but not a clue what to look for or how much I need to pay.

    Help!

    Be very careful when researching this - the majority of dashcams will only work when powered on ie. when you're in the car and moving. If you're parked at Sainbury's you will need something that also has battery power and senses motion nearby. Plus you will need one front and back if you want to cover yourself while parked.

    Even then it won't see someone hit your door or run a trolley into your car from the side. Did you ask Sainsbury's if they have any cctv of the incident?
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