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70mai Smart Dash Cam 3 M200 (Sony Starvis 2 Sensor) US$35.80 (~A$56.15) Delivered @ 70mai Official Store via AliExpress

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Great deal if you're after a dash cam with the Sony Starvis 2 Sensor (IMX662). Possibly the cheapest one made with this sensor.

It is 1080p but I personally think it should suffice in 95% of cases, especially given the sensor quality.

If you are after a higher res camera (under $100) but don't mind a slighter lower quality sensor, then I have posted a deal here for a Kawa camera.

Both go well with my other Samsung SD card deal. Although an endurance range SD card is usually longer lasting for dash cams. I've been using a normal Samsung Evo Plus and that's been OK for about 4 years and just getting a low speed warning now from the dashcam.

This is superior to the 70mai Dashcam 1S that's usually popular on OzB and is similarly priced.

Note: You need to activate the $6 coupon in the item link to bring the price down to what's quoted in this deal.

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  • freedomofspeech on 19/06/2024 - 13:56

    can this record when the engine is off?

    • ldd-mn on 19/06/2024 - 13:57
      +1

      If you get the hardwire kit as well I believe

    • duckdodgers245 on 19/06/2024 - 14:01
      +1

      You need the hardwire kit though for that to work. Basically instead of using 12v cig lighter for power you run the cable to your battery and power it up that way. Only way you can record when the engine is off. Also doing that will compress the video, as in it will compress 30mins into 1min of footage.

      • zealmax on 19/06/2024 - 14:43
        +1

        Can you hook it up to a powerbank?

        • Tech45 on 19/06/2024 - 15:21

          Think they make power banks for this specific purpose but I haven't looked into it.

        • duckdodgers245 on 19/06/2024 - 15:31

          No idea. I did have some issues trying to connect to my phone to try and access the onboard storage as I'm guessing tos looking for a specific amount of power. But I'll have to try a power bank and see what happens.

    • Tech45 on 19/06/2024 - 14:01

      Unsure if it can do partial surveillance on battery, I know my other 70mai (different model) does it for about 30-60mins until the inbuilt battery runs out.

      The hardwire kit is in the same link above (about $16 more)

    • idd on 19/06/2024 - 14:36

      Yes, it has parking mode if installed with their hardwire kit - however, the standard hardwire kit voltage cutoff is too low for my comfort (I believe it is 11.8V now).

      • goodwillN1 on 19/06/2024 - 15:43

        The Viofo hardwire kit can be set at higher cut off levels. Perhaps it would be compatible.

        • idd on 19/06/2024 - 16:12

          I know some brands are particular with the hardwire kit you use, so I just avoid issues by recommending my customers to get a hardwire kit from the same brand when possible. Also, this 70mai unit uses micro USB, Viofo only has mini USB and usb-c cables

  • superforever on 19/06/2024 - 14:06

    Mine die within a year, I think may because their firmware update mess up.

    • Tech45 on 19/06/2024 - 14:07
      +3

      Have you tried claiming warranty? I've had my 70mai for over 4 years, never had issues.

      • King Steuart on 19/06/2024 - 14:09
        +4

        2018 Indiegogo crowdfunder here, still working like new. Just boght an A500S with rear to replace it though, and going to move the original into my work car.

      • superforever on 19/06/2024 - 14:13

        Years ago bought from eBay, no reply from the seller.

  • WT on 19/06/2024 - 14:15
    +1

    rear camera kit for wifes current cam is $45, might as well get this

    I cant think of any negatives using a front camera on the rear as long as we can get the angle right?

    • bleemo on 19/06/2024 - 14:30
      +1

      Need a separate memory card, separate power source, and 'front units' are typically bulkier than just a rear cam.

      None of this matters to me haha, I'll be installing this exact camera as a rear camera. You could say separate memory card offers a bit more redundancy since getting two to fail at the same time is less likely. Same with the power source. All positives in my opinion!

      • idd on 19/06/2024 - 14:39

        Basically this. But, also consider where your car power source is 12V plug, fuse box etc. E.g if using the 12V plug, does your car have one near the rear? Otherwise, you'll have to wire it to the front.

        • nocure on 19/06/2024 - 17:40
          +1

          Rear wiper 12v is good for power

          • idd on 20/06/2024 - 21:03

            @nocure: What do you mean? Plus, not all cars have a rear wiper.

            • nocure on 21/06/2024 - 09:10

              @idd: True, mines a wagon, i just tapped into the positive and ground to the body for hardwire. For sedans there are plenty of "ignition on" hot wires around that area.

              • zorodluffy on 21/06/2024 - 11:55

                @nocure: You tapped into the rear wire via the fusebox in the front or did you splice with the rear wire cable at the back?

  • Zackeroo on 19/06/2024 - 14:20
    +2

    Looks excellent except for the 1080P 30FPS limitation. The Starvis is an excellent sensor as seen on the A119 Mini 2, but with mediocre post processing and this 1080P 30fps limitation, it's still not enough for me to bite the bullet here…

    • WT on 19/06/2024 - 16:21

      better then nothing though

    • Binchicken22 on 19/06/2024 - 18:49
      +1

      Do you use it for filming racing or something?

      I think for most people's use case of just filming various idiots/insurance reasons 30fps is more than enough… Usually lower fps means better low light performance too.

      • 4foxache on 19/06/2024 - 21:33

        Sometimes you've just gotta have the best

      • Ozzster on 19/06/2024 - 21:35
        +1

        If the video quality will not be sufficient to see the rego I wish you luck in finding him on the run.

        • Binchicken22 on 20/06/2024 - 07:49

          How does a higher FPS help with this?

          • Ozzster on 20/06/2024 - 08:53

            @Binchicken22: When you have high speed you need to capture the short moment when the rego is close enough to see, but before too close when get git. That maybe a couple of meters distance that will be even shorter due to bright light or something else. Now count how much time you need at speed 60 km/h to drive those 2 meters, and how speedy the camera should be to have the key frame made timely.

  • kaikor on 19/06/2024 - 14:24
    +1

    Amazing they still selling this model, my frd's car using one for few years already and still going.

    • Tech45 on 19/06/2024 - 14:27
      +1

      I think this is a fairly new model, you might be thinking of the 70mai 1s

  • pformag on 19/06/2024 - 14:32
    +2

    Whats the go with capacitor versions, I heard the Aussie heat destroys the batteries.

    • PR0r on 19/06/2024 - 14:36

      keen to know this too

    • leetec on 19/06/2024 - 14:57
      +1

      Not to worry, it use battery specific used in high temperature. It max at 70 degree if I remember it right. The battery manufacturer actually has much better battery, both higher temperature and charge cycle, too bad 70mai don't have that option. I research it when I bought the replacement battery, the original one only have 100 or 200 charging cycle, usually die in 2 years for daily use.

      • Agret on 19/06/2024 - 17:32
        +2

        Having the windows down 5cm causes only a slight decrease in temperature with an outside temperature of around 30 degrees. A closed car can reach a temperature of 78°C while temperatures will still reach 70°C with a window gap of 5cm.

        75% of the temperature increase occurs within 5 minutes of closing the car and leaving it.
        90% of the temperature increase occurs within 15 minutes.

        In Australian summer it’s not unusual to have multiple days in a week of around 35 so I would say that a max temp of 70 degrees is still no good for that battery.

        • leetec on 20/06/2024 - 03:54

          70 degree is working temperature not storing temperature, so only if using parking mode yes your info is related, but I never use it so it's irrevelant to me. And I don't see many peoples using parking mode.

    • smartProverble on 19/06/2024 - 16:40
      +2

      This one has a battery.

      My battery died after a year and needs to be plugged in to work. The battery lasts about 5 seconds before it shuts down.

  • sarge_017 on 19/06/2024 - 14:43
    +1

    Mine turns off after 30mins driving. I suspect the hot sun has cooked something in it. Probably wouldn't buy another even though it is a good price for good quality camera

    • leetec on 19/06/2024 - 15:00

      Which model though, I bought 5x 2k model, never have heat issue in Sydney's summer.

      • neosin on 19/06/2024 - 21:10

        I have 70mai dash prob gen1 with battery and it died after a year maybe less

        the unit would reset every 5 seconds in 35c +

        the time and date also needs to be reset

        • leetec on 20/06/2024 - 03:57

          that is my first 70mai and still using it after replaced battery. But your one definetly heat related.

    • Agret on 19/06/2024 - 17:34
      +1

      Best to get a capacitor based dashcam and avoid ones that use batteries. They’re no good in our climate.

  • cchhiillyy on 19/06/2024 - 14:47
    +4

    Found the M300 for similar price of $57.54: https://vi.aliexpress.com/item/1005002702009187.html?spm=a2g…

    Also Found the A200 with display for $66.70: https://vi.aliexpress.com/item/1005006212936185.html?pdp_npi…

    About $20 extra for rear cam

    Which one of these is the best deal?

    Link for direct 70Mai official store: https://70mai.vi.aliexpress.com/store/4257014/pages/all-item…

    • kodi-j on 19/06/2024 - 15:04
      +2

      M300 doesn't have STARVIS 2 sensor (and HDR) but it's 2k resolution

      Battery capacity is lower too (300 vs 240)

      • Tech45 on 19/06/2024 - 15:06
        +1

        That's right, bit of a hard one. But I think M200 would be better for low light situations especially.

        Spec Comparision: https://imgur.com/a/175TZ16

  • easternculture on 19/06/2024 - 14:54
    +2

    but I personally think it should suffice in 95% of cases,

    Solicitor: I would like to present this footage as evidence in 1080p resolution.
    Defence: Objection your honour. 1080p in 2024??!!!
    Magistrate: Sustained. I will not allow this mockery in my court, maybe in 2000 but not in 2024.

    • Tech45 on 19/06/2024 - 15:09
      +3

      😂 What I meant was that in most cases having non-blurry video evidence should be enough for insurance claims. Unless on the off-chance you had to have clear number plate readings from a distance.

  • bkoolrocks on 19/06/2024 - 15:33

    Coming up as Total : AU$59.81 for me !!

  • BitcoinKing on 19/06/2024 - 16:15

    Is that camera good? Seems like a reputational brand in Chinese market according to my colleague.

    • 16k-zx81 on 19/06/2024 - 17:17
      +1

      Good compared to what?

      • BitcoinKing on 20/06/2024 - 10:46

        I use Mi Dash Cam 2

    • Tech45 on 19/06/2024 - 21:02

      Yes, it is good

  • OZKap on 19/06/2024 - 16:22
    +2

    This, or the Kawa D6 for au$36 https://vi.aliexpress.com/item/1005006782814896.html

    • jayzee on 19/06/2024 - 17:13

      great find, mate.

      same one sold $150+ at Amazon.

      • Fobsessive on 19/06/2024 - 18:00

        Is that better than the 70mai Smart Dash Cam 3 M200?

  • assarabbiya on 19/06/2024 - 16:46

    Spec suggests it supports SD cards only upto 128 gigabytes is that right?
    What happens if you put 256gb into it?

    • UncleRico on 19/06/2024 - 16:56
      -1

      It/you gets car-strated…

  • pharkurnell on 19/06/2024 - 16:57

    So what does a $500+ dash cam do that a $56.15 one doesnt

    • 16k-zx81 on 19/06/2024 - 17:21
      +1

      Better video quality.

      This one is 1080 at 30fps.

      Spending more will give you much better resolution and more frames, better night vision, more visual data to work from in the case of an event or accident.

      If you want as much data as possible in the footage (better chance of seeing facial details, vehicle details, licence plate numbers, etc), spending more money will give you this.

      • idd on 20/06/2024 - 21:11
        +1

        In addition to the above, better app UI & connectivity, motion & impact parking mode, more options in settings (such as adjusting brightness, motion parking mode: select detection zone), voltage cut off options for parking mode, cloud functionalityfor remote access (albiet, it can be expensive to upkeep), low energy parking mode using radar etc

  • AndrewMTG on 19/06/2024 - 17:07
    -2

    hmmm

    • nocure on 19/06/2024 - 17:37

      What are your thoughts?

  • kodi-j on 19/06/2024 - 18:09

    go and check australia dashcam videos in youtube.
    you can get a good idea about which camera to buy and which camera to avoid

    • pharkurnell on 20/06/2024 - 10:15

      Yea I did that in the past and spent 600 on a Blackvue 750s front/rear that shit itself.. infact looking at recordings had not worked in a year… good investment.

      • Planky on 21/06/2024 - 06:40
        +1

        Likewise, I ended up with a street guardian around 500. Went out of focus after a while and doesn't always turn on. Lasted no longer than the cheap ones I'd been using previously.

  • Maestrok on 19/06/2024 - 18:39

    can language be changed to English for this one?

    • pharkurnell on 20/06/2024 - 10:15

      thats something I had not thought about…

      • Bargein on 11/07/2024 - 09:17

        Just opened mine yesterday, and came in English out of the box suprisingly. Connecting it to the app allows you to change to a bunch of different languages

  • neonlight on 19/06/2024 - 20:59

    Waiting for viofo range with starvis2…

    • Tech45 on 19/06/2024 - 21:04

      The A119 Mini 2 posted today is their cheapest starvis 2 offering, about $90 more than this deal.

  • Ash11 on 20/06/2024 - 10:22
    +2

    An average quality dashcam is better than having none so it's worth a buy especially if it will prove any accident claim that's made against you

  • Bargainolic on 20/06/2024 - 10:49

    How's the M500 for $115.80 incl tax. HDR recording and inbuilt storage

  • s14kouki on 21/06/2024 - 06:27

    Do you have any good recommendations for front and rear cams? Or is there rear cam option for this one?

  • CrazyPig7 on 21/06/2024 - 10:47

    How does this compare to dahua cam thats on sale at Costco? https://www.costco.com.au/Tyres-Automotive/Automotive-Access…

  • sub102 on 22/06/2024 - 14:53

    How does this compare to this?

  • zone on 23/06/2024 - 18:12

    Why do we need a dash cam?
    https://fb.watch/sTArabGcbc/?mibextid=v7YzmG

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