Embarking on a road trip is an exciting adventure, and capturing every moment with the right dash cam can make the journey even more memorable. Whether you’re navigating scenic routes or bustling highways, a reliable dash cam ensures you document beautiful landscapes and stay secure on the road. Here are our top recommendations for the best dash cams for road trips.
All the cameras mentioned use the latest image sensors, Sony STARVIS 2. These sensors excel at providing vibrant details, no matter the situation, with less blurring at high speeds and excellent handling of high-contrast situations with dark shadows and bright lights.
While the camera model is important, a large SD card is just as important for multi-hour trips, especially when recording in high quality. A small SD card will usually fill up quickly, and loop over existing footage, erasing all trace of the scenic view you passed at the start of your trip. We recommend the largest SD card possible (usually 256GB/512GB) for your camera on road trips, along with possibly carrying a second SD card to swap out halfway, depending on your trip.
For alternative solutions, some of the brands we’re about to mention have some novel answers. VIOFO, for example, has time-lapse mode, which will record footage at a much lower framerate, taking up significantly less storage. The resolution, bitrate, and video segment length can all be changed as well, to further decrease video file size, and allow for more storage. BlackVue, on the other hand, can compress footage to H.265, which reduces file sizes by 50%.
For more information on SD card recording lengths, check out our SD card page here.
Despite being an incredibly small dash cam, the A119 Mini 2 is packed with power. This affordable camera goes toe-to-toe with some of the most expensive models on the market today in terms of image quality, all while hiding in a compact body.
Looking for full coverage, front, back, and even interior? The A229 Pro 3-CH is the best image quality currently on the market. With an interior camera, you won’t just be capturing the scenery, but also any hilarious jokes in-the-moment, or impromptu carpool karaoke sessions!
In classic BlackVue fashion, the BlackVue DR970X-2CH Plus offers many advanced features to make your journey seamless and interconnected. Now, with the best image sensors on the market, it records 4k UHD!
Choosing the right dash cam can enhance your road trip experience by capturing beautiful landscapes and ensuring your safety. Whether you’re looking for an affordable option like the VIOFO A119 Mini 2, a comprehensive 3-channel system like the VIOFO A229 Pro 3-CH, or advanced features with the BlackVue DR970X-2CH, these dash cams are perfect companions for your adventures. Enjoy the journey and document every moment with the best dash cam suited to your needs.
And if you’ve got an RV for your road trip, check out Everything A New RVer Needs to Know here.
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