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Dash cam options/pics help
Moving from x5 to the x7 and awaiting delivery.
Researching forum and curious if anyone installed dash cam and can post pics. I'm researching and can't seem to find any. Would prefer integrated dash cam / rear view mirror for the x7. Here's an example that seems to exclude the x7 https://www.kammu.com/shop/dash-cam/...080p-g-sensor/ |
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When looking for a dash cam for my M3 a few years ago, I also wanted a more integrated design for aesthetic reasons. But I ultimately went with a mid grade model from an established manufacturer (BlackVue in particular). As I did more research on models like the one you posted, the quality, performance and features were just not there. And I am not talking about "bells & whistles" like storing videos automatically in the cloud or WiFi connectivity with your phone - those are nice features to have. I am talking about basic video quality, camera lens construction, and reliability when operating in the harsh environment of the car (like heat from sitting in your car in the hot sun for example). My recommendation, stick with an established dash cam manufacturer for both form and function - even if you lose some integrated aesthetics. If you don't want (or need) some of the newest features, you can still get a quality model at a lower cost.
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Appreciate the feedback. I told myself when I move to a new car I wanted to go integrated for the cleaner look, but honestly have no clue what video quality or options those have so that's why I'm doing my research while I await delivery. I have a blackvue now in the x5 but hate seeing it every time I walk to my car.
There also appears to be a software upgrade where the car cameras save the last 20 seconds prior to and after collision? Can anyone confirm that this is true? https://www.bmwblog.com/2019/05/17/b...camera-system/ Seems logical for them to expand the memory to record longer and just allow that to replace any dashcam. |
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The built in camera functionality that you are talking about is the BMW Drive Recorder. I would describe it as a very poor implementation of dash cam functionality - even though it is integrated with the car and iDrive. It does provide the accident capture functionality of modern aftermarket dash cam systems, and it can record all of the cameras on the X7 for that purpose (compared to just two on an aftermarket dual camera system). But it lacks some basic features that your BlackVue probably has, like better and more camera storage (there is no SD card in the BMW system) or having a parking mode feature - there are other weaknesses as well. I have not decided if I want to get a dash cam system yet for my X7, but if I do, it will be similar to the one I have in my M3, which is a middle-end BlackVue model. I think the BMW Drive Recorder system has tons of potential to blow away any modern, high end dash cam system. But I will speculate that BMW is not ready to do that yet, most likely because of some litigation fear/concern....
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I don't think you will find a camera integrated into the rear view mirror any time soon.
I went with the BlackVue camera and a Blendmount that attaches to the rear view mirror and couldn't be happier.
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+1. My setup as well in my M3 (and what I would do in my X7 if I decide to get a dash cam).
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That set up and mount looks great. Did you do rear cam too? Do you have pics if so.
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Not sure how easy it would be to run the wires in an X7. I don't have a sunroof in the CS so the install was a lot easier.
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Here is the install in my M3. I also have the rear cam. Not an X7 obviously (or even a hatchback type install), but gives you an idea of what the install could entail...
https://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1573576
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