Item Weight | 0.64 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 1.62 x 2 x 3.25 inches |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | A129GPS |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Display Type | LCD |
Warranty | 1 year |
Media Playback Supported | MP4 |
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Brand | VIOFO |
Orientation | Front and Rear |
Vehicle Service Type | Car |
Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi |
Special Feature | Dual Channel Full HD Video Recording, Sony Starvis Image Sensor (Same for Rear Camera), F1.6 Aperture 7 Elements Glass Lens (Same for Rear Camera), 140 Degree Wide Viewing Angle, 2.0 inch HD LCD Display See more |
Video Capture Resolution | 1080p |
Included Components | Front and rear cameras (with mounts), 12V cigarette lighter adapter, rear camera connecting cable |
Mounting Type | adhesive_mount |
Color | black |
Field Of View | 140 Degrees |
About this item
- THE STARVIS EXPERIENCE. Featuring the all new Starvis Image Sensor. Enhancing your day & night recording with vibrant and crystal clear quality. Finally will you be able to capture those pedestrian facial expressions!
- F1.6 Aperture 7 Elements Glass Lens, Image Sensor Starvis Image Sensor
- FULL HD RECORDING for both front and rear camera in 1920 x 1080p at 30fps. No longer will you have to sacrifice video quality for a two-channel view of your vehicle.
- DUAL BAND Wi-Fi for a more stable connection when connecting to your smartphone. Enhance your playback experience without the annoying leg or loss of connection.
- 2.0" HD SCREEN for instant playback of previously recorded video & audio files or for adjusting camera settings on the go. Not while driving of course!
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Picture quality | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 3.4 | 4.3 |
Camera quality | 4.1 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 3.7 | 4.3 |
Night vision | — | 3.8 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 3.3 | 3.6 |
Value for money | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4.2 | — | — | — |
Sold By | BlackboxMyCar | Capture Your Action | VIOFO LTD | JFHS Direct | BlackboxMyCar Refurbished | BlackboxMyCar Refurbished |
display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
display size | 2 inches | — | — | 2.4 inches | 2 inches | — |
video resolution | 1080p | 1440p | Front 2160P, Rear 1440P | 1080p | 1440p | 2K |
mounting type | adhesive mount | adhesive mount | Windshield Mount | — | — | Adhesive Mount |
auto part position | front | front | rear | front | rear | front |
control method | application | application | application, remote | application | application | application |
real angle of view | 140 degrees | 140 degrees | — | 170 degrees | 140 degrees | 140 degrees |
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ASIN | B07CT6JPYW |
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Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #10,563 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #127 in Car On-Dash Mounted Cameras |
Date First Available | May 2, 2018 |
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- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 1.62 x 2 x 3.25 inches; 0.64 ounces
- Item model number : A129GPS
- Date First Available : May 2, 2018
- Manufacturer : VIOFO
- ASIN : B07CT6JPYW
- Country of Origin : China
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KIND REMINDER
1. GPS module is already mounted on the back of the front camera body.
2. SD card is not included, please format the SD card as FAT32 before using. We recommend VIOFO industrial grade memory card.
3. We would continually improve product performance through firmware & APP upgrade, you can download them from VIOFO official website.
4. The dash cam comes standard with a 6-meter long rear cable. If your car is a larger model such as an SUV, truck, etc., you may need to consider an 8-meter rear cable. ASIN: B07NJ64DZV
A129 Duo Premium Features
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Front and Rear Full HD 1080PA129 Duo records the road front and rear in 1080P Full HD. Dual-channel 140° wide angle achieves a broader view. F1.6 Aperture 7 Elements Glass Lens captures rich details and vivid colors. License plates could be captured much more clearly. |
Dual-Band Wi-FiA129 Duo applies 2.4GHz and 5GHz dual-band Wi-Fi, which could transmit in two different standard frequency ranges to avoid wireless interference. A more stable Wi-Fi signal and faster Wi-Fi speed bring blazing speed for file transfer. |
GPS TrackingThe GPS logger records speed and route data in the video file, allowing compatible viewers to display the data on playback. It will also keep the camera’s clock synchronized with GPS time so the video files are correctly time stamped. |
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High-Temperature ResistanceA129 Duo is your best choice dual-channel dashcam considering hot weather. The dashcam shell uses upgraded high-temperature resistant material. With supercapacitor, it can support high-temperature operation up to 149℉. |
3 Parking Mode SolutionsA129 Plus has 3 parking mode solutions for you to choose, Auto Event Detection will automatically start recording once any event is detected; Time Lapse continuously records a video at low frames. Low Bitrate keeps recording continuously in mini file size. |
Built-in SupercapacitorA high-quality supercapacitor ensures a more stable power and longer lifetime. This dash cam has excellent performance from 5℉ to 149℉ in extreme hot summer and cold winter. |
A139 3CH | A129 Pro Duo | A129 Duo | A129 Plus Duo | A119 V3 | |
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Camera Type | Front + Interior + Rear | Front + Rear | Front + Rear | Front + Rear | Front |
Resolution | Front: 2560 x 1440P 30fps ; Interior: 1920 x 1080P 30fps; Rear: 1920 x 1080P 30fps | Front: 4K (3840 x 2160 30fps) ; Rear: Full HD (1920 x 1080P 30fps) | Front & Rear: 1920 x 1080P 30fps; Only Front: 1920 x 1080P 60fps | Front: 2560 x 1440P 30fps ; Rear: 1920 x 1080P 30fps | 2560*1600P 30fps; 2560*1440P 30fps; 1920*1080P 60fps; 1920*1080P 30fps |
Image Sensor | Front: Sony IMX335 Sensor 5MP; Interior:Sony STARVIS IMX291; Rear: Sony STARVIS IMX291 | Front: Sony IMX317 Sensor 8MP; Rear: Sony STARVIS IMX291 | Front & Rear: Sony STARVIS IMX291 | Front: Sony 5MP Sensor; Rear: Sony STARVIS IMX307 | Sony 5MP Sensor |
Viewing Angle | Front: 140° ; Interior & Rear: 170° | Front: 130° ; Rear: 140° | Front & Rear: 140° | Front & Rear: 140° | 140° |
Display Screen | No Screen | 2.0" | 2.0" | 2.0" | 2.0" |
Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | NO |
GPS logger | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Support External Microphone | ✓ | NO | NO | NO | NO |
Max Micro SD Card | 256GB | 256GB | 256GB | 256GB | 256GB |
Battery & Charging | Super Capacitor | Super Capacitor | Super Capacitor | Super Capacitor | Super Capacitor |
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Customers like the quality and image quality of the onboard camera. For example, they mention it's a good product and the video quality is very crisp. That said, some complain about the connectivity and cables. Opinions are mixed on performance, ease of installation, value, and wireless connectivity.
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Customers like the quality of the onboard camera. For example, they say it's a great product with great image quality and has been flawless for almost 4 years. The mounts are sturdy, and the camera has been working great for almost 2 years. That said, some say it is good enough for almost everyone.
"...Definitely secure though. I do wish they included more clips to secure the cords...." Read more
"...Camera is a good size, easy to install and hide from view. Camera mounts are sturdy and once their installed they're solid you don't have to worry..." Read more
"...What I dislike about the product is its craftsmanship...." Read more
"Worked great. Lasted 2 years which was expecting a longer life but, nothing can last forever." Read more
Customers like the image quality of the onboard camera. They mention that the video quality is very crisp, the picture is great, and the audio is clear. Some say that the license plates can be read.
"...The video the camera captures is pretty impressive and the picture is pretty decent in low light conditions...." Read more
"...Video quality is true 4K if you see granny pictures on here it’s because they were probably sent from an iPhone to an android and equality drops...." Read more
"...I haven't yet installed the hardwire kit. Cameras are clear and you can see license plates as cars approach you...." Read more
"...Great video quality. No issues with the winter cold or summer heat. I really recommend it." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the onboard camera. Some mention that it works great and connects reliably every time, while others say that it doesn't work as advertised, the rear camera stops working about 30 seconds after you start the car, and the park mode doesn''t function as advertised.
"...It works great and connects reliably every time. The Android software app could use a facelift and a few more bells and whistles but it works well...." Read more
"...and rear windshields, only to learn after a short time, the product no longer works, requiring service, or in most cases replacement!?!?..." Read more
"...freezing once requiring an easy firmware reload to fix, it has worked flawlessly...." Read more
"...Well the Live View doesn't work; At least not on an iPhone XS Max, or an iPad Pro 12.9 (3rd)..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of installation of the onboard camera. Some mention that the installation instructions are easy, but the setup is not. They say the physical set up of the two cameras was easy, and the way to adhere the cameras is simple. However, others say that it took a bit longer than they had anticipated, and was a little hard to figure out at first. They also mention that it takes an AWFULLY UNUSUAL amount of time to connect to the dash cams WiFi and that it's clunky and complicated.
"...The menu is very similar to other camera's so finding the reformat option was simple enough, your going to want to do that first...." Read more
"...The physical set up of the two cameras was easy, but the way to adhere the cameras is basically double sided tape and while it feels secure,..." Read more
"...Which sucks if you’re using 510 or 15 minute loops it takes forever to download. Therefore I switched to one minute Loops." Read more
"I like the design and features of the unit, and it’s pretty easy to use. It’s an awesome product WHEN it works!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the onboard camera. Some mention it's a great value, worth the investment, and has great quality for its price. However, others say that it'll be a waste of money and utterly useless.
"...Overall the A129 is a good value if you are looking for a two camera system. The A119 is a bargain if you just need one." Read more
"...If you want more protection, the hardwire kit is worth it." Read more
"...sensitivity is good if this product fails to record then it is a junk product...." Read more
"...Price is extremely reasonable and I find the 1080P has more than enough clarity and resolution and I really don't have any PC or phone devices that..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the wireless connectivity of the onboard camera. Some mention that it's easy to connect via WiFi to their phone and that the WiFi feature is good. Others say that they have connectivity issues with the app and that it loses connectivity often.
"...It works great and connects reliably every time. The Android software app could use a facelift and a few more bells and whistles but it works well...." Read more
"...I took off one star because the wireless app needs a bit of work...." Read more
"...The WIFI feature is good and connected to the camera via VIOFO app without a problem...." Read more
"...You cannot disable Wi-Fi within the phone app so the only way to access the camera manually is to do a factory reset...." Read more
Customers have negative opinions about the connectivity of the onboard camera. They say that the app is buggy, useless, and has intermittent connectivity issues. Some customers also mention that the latest iOS update has made the app useless. Overall, some customers feel that the connectivity is impossible and not even a medium expectation.
"...Not even a medium expectancy!!..." Read more
"...The app for this dash cam is complete crap. It was a pain to get the thing to connect...." Read more
"...Viofo app is good an gives you a great range of options, being the best way to configure your dash camera before installing and after..." Read more
"The Android app often has intermittent connectivity issues to the camera and downloads are very slow...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the cables of the onboard camera. They mention that the rear camera cable is ridiculously thick, and short. Some say that the cable is much longer than they need, while others say that it wouldn't fit into the rear port.
"...notice just like 90% of reviewers did is that the rear camera cable is ridiculously thick(Bic pen-ish)...." Read more
"...Since the cable is thick and you can only plug the power into the "back" or rear of the rear camera, I wasn't able to stick it to my hatchback's..." Read more
"...First off, the cable they provide to connect the rear camera is very thick and the connectors are large...." Read more
"...The rear camera cable was long enough for his SUV and plenty long for our sedans...." Read more
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I bought this 2 channel cam to replace my 2 cam setup that I had in my 2007 Toyota Highlander. How I installed the camera and general experience. The box the VIOFO A129 Duo is packaged in is pretty sound and is very much like a Galaxy S7 box. Inside the box the cameras are encased in an ample amount of foam padding, the Gps is the front camera mount, 2 extra sets of cut to fit 3m mounting pads, necessary cables that are clearly labeled, adhesive cable support clips, directions for camera setup and basic installation, 12/24 volt 3 amp accessory power adapter (it will charge your phone ridiculously fast but be careful not many devices are rated to handle 3 amps) ect.
I first plugged the camera into my computer to supply power while I played with the menu and set the camera up. The menu is very similar to other camera's so finding the reformat option was simple enough, your going to want to do that first. I set the camera to loop in 3 min segments and didn't adjust video quality or effects. I will be using the GPS but decided to remove the M.P.H time stamp. Keep in mind to turn the WiFi off when you're not actually accessing it with your phone which causes unnecessary strain on the processor especially if you live in a HOT environment. If you have a smaller SD card or want smaller file sizes adjust the video to 720p. The video the camera captures is pretty impressive and the picture is pretty decent in low light conditions.
I downloaded and installed the app for my galaxy s7 but I could not get it to work. however, my attempt to pair the phone with the camera wasn't really sweat inducing and I haven't tried again. I will say that the buttons on the camera do not work when you have the WiFi on. I Turned the "button press" and not recording beeping alert off, the beep will get old quickly.
Before you tear open all the little bags and undo accompanying twist ties formulate a plan of how you plan on running the cables mounting the cameras and available 12/24 volt outlet. Now that you have a plan you want to mount the camera out of the line of sight and as nearest to the center line of the window but not in the factory tint at the top of the wind shield( avoiding tint was a warning in the instruction manual ) which brings you to the review mirror. When you decide you have a good spot by the mirror make sure you thoroughly clean the area and go ahead and plug the power cable into the GPS mount and rear power/video cable into the camera to make sure there's enough room for you to remove the plugs( even if you don't plan on powering it through the GPS, I still recommend allowing room because those adhesive pads are a 'expletive' to remove )
When you dig out all of the camera accessories out the first thing you will notice just like 90% of reviewers did is that the rear camera cable is ridiculously thick(Bic pen-ish). If you're installing this camera in an SUV your only option to hide the rear camera cable is up or don't hide it at all and use the provided clips. I ran the rear camera cable vertically to the headliner then tucking it up under the headliner along the windshield heading toward the passenger side. Popping the A pillar cover off allowed me to work the cable around the corner to the door frame. Once I got to the passenger side I pulled the door gasket down exposing the edge of the roof liner tucking the cable in heading to the rear. When you get to the B, C, D pillars you will have to pop them out just like you did the A pillar. I then ran the cable back to center of the roof line along the rear hatch. Where the hinges are on the rear hatch you should have a rubber conduit that the manufacturer ran the power cables for the rear lights, wipers, defrost, ect. allowing you to run the cable discretely through it. I ran the camera cable through two gaskets where a conduit would have been. NOTE: If you have side curtain airbags make sure that you push the cable in past them and do not crisscross the cable over them.
The 3 wire hardware kit sold by VIOFO installation is fairly underwhelming. The diameter of the power cable is of resonable size but it's long enough to hang a snake! The little over 12ft cable comes with 90° usb plug for the camera, a (red//bare) power, (yellow/bare) Acc, (black/spade connector) ground wires for the source and it has a 4 position Batt. voltage monitor(2xAdd a Circuit).
Honestly it's just as easy as installing the video camera; the one exception is hooking up the Add a Circuit. I chose the Rear Wiper for (acc/yellow), Acc 12PWR (power/red) and I attached the ground right to the bolt that allowed me a tiny bit more access to the panel. They decided it would be wise to include on the cord a ferrite bead 6 inches from the camera. The bead adds some weight and makes it more tough to disguise the power cord in your headliner when the weight of it keeps dragging it down. My solution was to wrap the bead in adhesive Velcro and attached a small spot on my windshield (will it work I dunno, its what I had on hand). I decided to mount the voltage selection on the backside of the dash 1. so I don't have to hear it jingle jangle 2. so the voltage option does not get changed accidentally.
All in all I'm happy with the cameras and other than some patients and learning your vehicle
Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2018
I bought this 2 channel cam to replace my 2 cam setup that I had in my 2007 Toyota Highlander. How I installed the camera and general experience. The box the VIOFO A129 Duo is packaged in is pretty sound and is very much like a Galaxy S7 box. Inside the box the cameras are encased in an ample amount of foam padding, the Gps is the front camera mount, 2 extra sets of cut to fit 3m mounting pads, necessary cables that are clearly labeled, adhesive cable support clips, directions for camera setup and basic installation, 12/24 volt 3 amp accessory power adapter (it will charge your phone ridiculously fast but be careful not many devices are rated to handle 3 amps) ect.
I first plugged the camera into my computer to supply power while I played with the menu and set the camera up. The menu is very similar to other camera's so finding the reformat option was simple enough, your going to want to do that first. I set the camera to loop in 3 min segments and didn't adjust video quality or effects. I will be using the GPS but decided to remove the M.P.H time stamp. Keep in mind to turn the WiFi off when you're not actually accessing it with your phone which causes unnecessary strain on the processor especially if you live in a HOT environment. If you have a smaller SD card or want smaller file sizes adjust the video to 720p. The video the camera captures is pretty impressive and the picture is pretty decent in low light conditions.
I downloaded and installed the app for my galaxy s7 but I could not get it to work. however, my attempt to pair the phone with the camera wasn't really sweat inducing and I haven't tried again. I will say that the buttons on the camera do not work when you have the WiFi on. I Turned the "button press" and not recording beeping alert off, the beep will get old quickly.
Before you tear open all the little bags and undo accompanying twist ties formulate a plan of how you plan on running the cables mounting the cameras and available 12/24 volt outlet. Now that you have a plan you want to mount the camera out of the line of sight and as nearest to the center line of the window but not in the factory tint at the top of the wind shield( avoiding tint was a warning in the instruction manual ) which brings you to the review mirror. When you decide you have a good spot by the mirror make sure you thoroughly clean the area and go ahead and plug the power cable into the GPS mount and rear power/video cable into the camera to make sure there's enough room for you to remove the plugs( even if you don't plan on powering it through the GPS, I still recommend allowing room because those adhesive pads are a 'expletive' to remove )
When you dig out all of the camera accessories out the first thing you will notice just like 90% of reviewers did is that the rear camera cable is ridiculously thick(Bic pen-ish). If you're installing this camera in an SUV your only option to hide the rear camera cable is up or don't hide it at all and use the provided clips. I ran the rear camera cable vertically to the headliner then tucking it up under the headliner along the windshield heading toward the passenger side. Popping the A pillar cover off allowed me to work the cable around the corner to the door frame. Once I got to the passenger side I pulled the door gasket down exposing the edge of the roof liner tucking the cable in heading to the rear. When you get to the B, C, D pillars you will have to pop them out just like you did the A pillar. I then ran the cable back to center of the roof line along the rear hatch. Where the hinges are on the rear hatch you should have a rubber conduit that the manufacturer ran the power cables for the rear lights, wipers, defrost, ect. allowing you to run the cable discretely through it. I ran the camera cable through two gaskets where a conduit would have been. NOTE: If you have side curtain airbags make sure that you push the cable in past them and do not crisscross the cable over them.
The 3 wire hardware kit sold by VIOFO installation is fairly underwhelming. The diameter of the power cable is of resonable size but it's long enough to hang a snake! The little over 12ft cable comes with 90° usb plug for the camera, a (red//bare) power, (yellow/bare) Acc, (black/spade connector) ground wires for the source and it has a 4 position Batt. voltage monitor(2xAdd a Circuit).
Honestly it's just as easy as installing the video camera; the one exception is hooking up the Add a Circuit. I chose the Rear Wiper for (acc/yellow), Acc 12PWR (power/red) and I attached the ground right to the bolt that allowed me a tiny bit more access to the panel. They decided it would be wise to include on the cord a ferrite bead 6 inches from the camera. The bead adds some weight and makes it more tough to disguise the power cord in your headliner when the weight of it keeps dragging it down. My solution was to wrap the bead in adhesive Velcro and attached a small spot on my windshield (will it work I dunno, its what I had on hand). I decided to mount the voltage selection on the backside of the dash 1. so I don't have to hear it jingle jangle 2. so the voltage option does not get changed accidentally.
All in all I'm happy with the cameras and other than some patients and learning your vehicle
It's annoying that an SD card isn't included, but I guess that would raise the price of it. I wouldn't mind if they included one and raise the price, as that would save me the hassle of looking for, ordering, and making sure it's the right SD card.
VIOFO has their own app that is easy to set up, but always has a delay before initially connecting. Once connected the app is easy to use and find old footage, watch the current cams, and ensure you save current recordings.
The physical set up of the two cameras was easy, but the way to adhere the cameras is basically double sided tape and while it feels secure, adjusting to make sure you get it in the spot you want wa a pain. Definitely secure though. I do wish they included more clips to secure the cords. I tucked mine under mats and under seats, but would love more clips for the windows.
Thankfully, I haven't gotten in an accident since purchasing this. Thanks to dash cams, I've felt so much more confident and secure while driving. Everyone that drives a car should have one.
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Pros: Received as mentioned quality of recording, inclusion of trim remover, 12V USB charger and sufficient length of both front and rear cables
Cons : Provision of Mini USB cable instead of micro USB cable, Non inclusion of Hard wiring for power USB cable
Very impressed with the product followed by the after sales service.
There's an app, and they offer Wi-Fi control, but like, don't even bother. The app is super finicky to get connected. That being said, once it finally gets hooked up, the app works great, and you can transfer footage to your phone straight from the camera, or just straight up stream it to your phone. Just beware it's kind of a pain to initially connect, and once you turn on Wi-Fi control you MUST use it, unless you turn it off.
I have a 64gb card in mine and it tends to save about a week (more like 8 or 9 days) of footage, front and back included. Honestly though, 32 or even 16gb can be fine, as LONG as you remember to a) hit the button or b) get the card out and save footage as soon as something happens that you want to save.
VIOFO has done a good job here, all their cams are good ones. Personally I would recommend this one because of the rear cam, but if you are willing to forego it, there are higher resolution cameras from VIOFO that will let you read plates from across the street. However, I've found that's never been particularly necessary. Either way, buy a dashcam. Everyone should have one if they have a car.
I can therefore recommend this unit to give you a clear and quality picture.
The unit was easy to install, set up and use and has many good features.