Nextbase 322GW Dash Cam

I am already using an earlier model Nextbase dash camera, so I was very excited to give this new model a try in another one of my vehicles. I am happy to report that Nextbase has once again, Nextbase has rolled out a top notch product. If you are wanting a high performance 1080P dash camera, look no further than the Nextbase 322GW.My personal preference is to use a 1080P camera over a 4K one because of the reduced file size of 1080P. While 4K provides sharper videos, the higher resolution comes at the expense of much larger file sizes. 108P provides more than adequate resolution to capture detailed video recordings that can clearly make out numbers and letters of a license plate when zoomed. At some point compression technology and SD card improvements will make ... MoreI am already using an earlier model Nextbase dash camera, so I was very excited to give this new model a try in another one of my vehicles. I am happy to report that Nextbase has once again, Nextbase has rolled out a top notch product. If you are wanting a high performance 1080P dash camera, look no further than the Nextbase 322GW.My personal preference is to use a 1080P camera over a 4K one because of the reduced file size of 1080P. While 4K provides sharper videos, the higher resolution comes at the expense of much larger file sizes. 108P provides more than adequate resolution to capture detailed video recordings that can clearly make out numbers and letters of a license plate when zoomed. At some point compression technology and SD card improvements will make 4K the current 1080P, but for right now I prefer to use 1080P.Regarding video quality, the video recordings it captures are outstanding. The 1080P videos are very detailed, clear, and sharp.The 140 degree wide angle lens records with a somewhat fish bowl effect of course , but very effectively captures most everything in front of and slightly to the side of the front of the vehicle.The dash camera is straightforward to set up and operate. Simply connect it to the 12V car charger and the camera will do the rest. Just make sure that you have it angled optimally to capture the biggest sight picture. The camera has such a small footprint, that I mostly forget that it is even there..Included are most of the accessories needed to use and mount the dash camera, except for a memory card. A high speed U3 memory card is required. I am using a 64GB card that holds about 8 hours of recording before earring over older footage. It is compatible with 128GB memory cards, which can hold 16 hours of footage. The camera records on a loop and when the memory card gets full, it automatically writes over older footage.The camera can be mounted to the windshield using either a suction cup or an adhesive attachment mount. Both mounts attach magnetically to the camera and make for an easy and strong attachment method. I prefer to use the suction cup mount because it gives me the flexibility to move the camera very easily from vehicle to vehicle. I like this flexibility since I often drive rentals. The suction mount creates a suitably strong connection, but I recommend removing and reattaching it at least once a month since the suction vacuum will lose force over time and eventually fail. Instead of the adhesive strip provided, I would use heavy duty double sided velcro, so it would be easier to remove the camera from the windshield and mount in other vehicles.The settings menu can be used to configure many of the camera's features such as video clip length, video resolution, time/date stamp on or off, GPS coordinates stamp on or off, speed stamp on or off, and audio on or off. I personally keep the audio turned off most of the time for my privacy, and the privacy of my passengers who don't appreciate having their conversations recorded. For myself most of the benefit of a dash camera is derived from recording what is going on on the road around my vehicle.This dash camera is compatible with other Nextbase modules that can expand the capabilities of this already capable camera. I am using it with an optional Rear Window Camera module that snaps right into the camera and can be controlled by this dash cam and share the same memory card.The camera can be used with or without the App and is Bluetooth and Wi-Fi capable. I tested the App and it functions well, but you don’t have to use the App unless you want to use the camera wirelessly. The App somewhat reminds me of the Ring App in form and function. I don’t need to access the camera wirelessly, so I won’t be using the App and when I need to copy the footage I remove the memory card and transfer the files that way so I can have the highest resolution. The wireless connections only allow lower resolution transfers in the App. This camera creates files in the universal MP4 format, which makes it simple to transfer files from the card to a computer.Whatever your reason for wanting a dash camera, I can highly recommend the Nextbase - 322GW Dash Cam. It has greatly impressed me with it’s high quality video recordings and reliable operation.

I bought this in hopes it could protect me from insurance claims and parking lot hits. It does record the entire time you are driving if it's recording. You can press the nextbase button to lock a video so it doesn't get overwritten. The installation was very easy. The downside is you have 15-30 seconds of battery life when the car stops. It uses that battery by doing an additional recording because the car was turned off. So that takes up the entirety of the battery. My car was once again door dinged at Target and this dadh cam didnt pick up the movement because the battery was dead. When i spend $199.99 on a dashcam, i expect it to have a decent battery. Especially when it claims that it can record when the car is off in Parking Mode.

I've had this for over a year now so time for a review.Pros:Well, it works, once you set it all up it records as intended and does so pretty well.It's very sturdy, the camera uses a magnet to hold to the mount which is very strong but can be pulled off, however won't move during driving, the mount itself also sticks very well.The optional add-on rear view camera is convenient and works well, though it can't adjust zoom(neither can the front one) so it may not get a good view in some cars.Now the cons, and theres a few.The G-sensor is essentially useless, even on lowest setting its far too sensitive and records protected videos all the time, which fills up the SSD then requiring formatting.Ah the SSD. This one is EXTREMELY picky with them and essentially only ... MoreI've had this for over a year now so time for a review.Pros:Well, it works, once you set it all up it records as intended and does so pretty well.It's very sturdy, the camera uses a magnet to hold to the mount which is very strong but can be pulled off, however won't move during driving, the mount itself also sticks very well.The optional add-on rear view camera is convenient and works well, though it can't adjust zoom(neither can the front one) so it may not get a good view in some cars.Now the cons, and theres a few.The G-sensor is essentially useless, even on lowest setting its far too sensitive and records protected videos all the time, which fills up the SSD then requiring formatting.Ah the SSD. This one is EXTREMELY picky with them and essentially only works with the nextbase SSDs (tried several other brands with the same rating)The settings for this are confusing, but i believe it is able to watch over the car while parked, however it circles back to issue 1 where it records protected videos and fills up the SSD.Speaking of protected videos, it has a button that allows you to save 30s clips so you can make fun of bad drivers later... however it only records AFTER you press the button which renders it pointless.Finally, the software, in the camera itself its all fairly basic and works fine. However, the phone app is basically worthless as the connection to camera is finicky, and even when connected its extremely slow and laggy. The PC app however also works okay, and is very handy for reviewing and editing footage.