When it comes to Dash Cams you can opt for cheap and cheerful but it is worth remembering why you are purchasing one in the first place, they provide you with crucial detailed evidence and security.
Imagine having a collision and your camera letting you down, you would be better off with nothing, all that being said the price of the Nextbase 612GW 4K Dash Cam will ultimately still put many people off, but we are not convinced it should. Packed full of feature the 612GW is the first of its kind to offer Ultra HD 4k resolution, provide faultless image quality that you will be hard pushed to beat. Starting with what is included in the box you will get the Nextbase 612GW Elite Dash Cam, Click and Go GPS Powered Magnetic Mount, Self-Adhesive Windscreen Mount, 4m Cigarette Lighter Power Cable, 1.2m USB Mini Cable and a quick start guide, you will need to get a Micro SD card and due to the large format you will need a 64 or 128GB U3 class MicroSD card. This 4k cam can record in 3840 x 2160 @30fps as well as 1440p at 30fps and 1080p at 60fps which will decrease the amount of storage space you will need.
This compact little camera is made from a brushed aluminium front, with seven element glass lens that provides an ultra-wide camera angle of 150 degrees and the very latest sensor from Sony. Featuring a 3.0” LCD colour touch screen which declutters the rest of the camera down to two buttons, the power button and manual file protection button. Diving deeper into the functions of this powerful camera there is a polarising filter to reduce glare and reflections, Intelligent Parking Mode activated by movement, Time Lapse for pictures during long journeys and picturesque routes (because why should a dash cam only capture the bad moments), Auto Dimming of the screen at night, High Dynamic Range (HDR) which improves contrast and maintains clarity, spoken word announcements when key functions are activated, smartphone App and Wi-Fi connectivity for Android and iOS for sharing data, Nextbase Replay 3 video editing software and GPS Logging which lets you view your journey on Google Maps.
As well as the easy to use and install Magnetic Click and Go mount, automatic recording and automatic file protection features that use a G-Sensor to automatically safeguard footage upon sudden impact and the inbuilt backup battery which will allow the camera to continue recording for up to 15 minutes in event of accident were the power supply to disconnect. This camera uses the standard 12-24Vdc compatible for use in all vehicles and has GPS tracking to record location and speed date to view your journey on a map. We were disappointed to find there wasn’t any speed camera or lane departure warning (even if many people switch them off or rely on their Sat Nav for this information) as for this price you want all the bells and whistles. You can choose between the adhesive mount or suction cup which is handy for moving the camera between cars, it is easily the best option if you are looking for the best possible picture, it could do with a few extra functions just to make you feel like you are getting your moneys worth but in reality they are feature you probably don’t need. RRP £219.95
4.6 out of 5
Pros
Excellent 4k picture
Ultrawide viewing angle (150 degrees)
GPS records location and speed data
Click & Go powered magnetic car mount
Polarizing filter to remove windscreen glare
Intelligent Parking Mode
Wi-Fi link to play back
3” LCD screen
Easy to use and install
Auto recording and data locking
Cons
No speed cam or lane drift warnings
No SD card included
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