Deciding on what to buy:
I slaved over trying to find a quality dash cam without breaking the bank. Hours of reading reviews, I finally decided to pull the trigger on VIOFO. The Mini 2 seemed the best solution for what I was looking for. Bought a 128GB San Disk Max Endurance (only because there was a reasonable price differenced than the VIOFO equivalent), and the polarizing lens.
Installation:
Watched several videos on installation, I thought I needed to wire it directly into the fuse box, but after a last minute decision, I decided to use my cigarette lighter adapter (which comes with the dash cam). Recording during parking wasn't a need I had so it made sense. Installing on a 2017 Honda Pilot the lighter plugin was perfectly placed to wrap the wire around the passenger side and directly behind the dash. The cord was easily hidden, behind the dash and behind all the panels, it literally took less than 10 minutes to install. I placed the dash cam directly behind the rear view mirror so it was hidden from normal view. But if I needed to get to the dash cam I could look from below or simply move my mirror slightly to gain access to the cam. Very content with the placement. The only thing that wasn't to my liking was how it stuck to the windshield. After placing as per the installation guide, I looked from the outside and noticed there was a reasonably large bubble in the center of the glue pad. I was able to easily pull it off so I retried to stick it on again. Similar results. However after almost a month of use, I have had no issues with it falling off. Time will tell. They do provide a second glue pad in the kit so if it falls off, I'll probably use the new pad.
Daily Use:
Most of the settings were great out of the box. I think I increased the resolution a little, didn't max that in fear of issues or exceptionally large files. Also set the wifi to 5.8 (I guess that's equivalent to wifi6?). I turned recording audio off as I didn't see that as a need we had. I think that's all I changed. Every time I start up the car, within a few seconds it makes the start up noise and then proceeds to tell me it is recording. Felt like the start up time was very reasonable. After turning off the car, it makes a shutoff noise. No issues in usage. We did go over some rough patch on the interstate through a construction zone and it indicated it was going to lock the recording. Has only happened through that stretch of road so I didn't reduce the accident sensitivity. Felt like that's a good option.
Mobile App:
Many reviews of other products indicated poor mobile app quality. I must say that I have found the app to be very stable. To connect your phone to the dash cam, hold down the wifi button and it will enable the wifi. I think recording has to be stopped for that to work. Use your phone to connect and you can now make configuration settings to the cam as well as select videos/images to download. My settings save a file every 3 minutes. And with my higher resolution setting, the video files are around 553MB each. Downloading files seemed very fast, consistent, with no issues. I believe you can watch the videos directly streaming from the cam or when you download them you can watch them from the app even if you are not connected to the cam. So far, no issues. One surprising fact was when playing back a recording in the app, at the bottom of the screen it shows the movement of the car on a map. Thought that was a nice little feature.
Quality of the video:
I'm very content with the quality of the video. The video is crisp, clear both day and night. No issues.
Overall:
Installation was fast and easy. Daily usage I've had zero issues. Mobile app is easy to use and have no issues. A great buy! Definitely recommend the the Mini 2. Will be buying more for the rest of my families cars.
VIOFO Dash Cam A119 Mini 2, STARVIS 2 Sensor, 2K 60fps/HDR 30fps Voice Control Car Dash Camera with 5GHz Wi-Fi GPS, Night Vis
4.3 | 1,244 ratings
Price: 138.99
Last update: 04-24-2025
About this item
【Sony STARVIS 2 Mini Dash Cam】VIOFO dash cam A119 Mini 2 revolutionarily deploys Sony's newest STARVIS 2 IMX675 image sensor. This 2K mini dash cam can bring low noise, eliminate motion blur and shoot clearer details during day and night recording. A119 Mini 2 has a rather mini design, making it much easier to hide behind or next to the rear-view mirror. The concealed installation design won't obstruct your sight. (*[A119 Mini 2] is a 1-channel front dash cam. Don't have/not support a rear cam.)
【Stunning 1440P 60fps Capture】VIOFO dash camera A119 Mini 2 supports 2K 2560x1440P@60fps, maximum 2.7K 2592x1944P@30fps resolution, clearly capturing essential details such as road signs and number plates in all lighting conditions. (* With HDR enabled, the frame rate will drop from 60fps to 30fps.) This dash cam front 140°wide angle provides a good field of view for recording everything that happens on the road. You can fully immerse yourself in your journey.
【DOL-HDR Superb Night Vision 2.0】Night vision effect, especially the ability to clearly capture license plate numbers in low light, has been highly optimized in VIOFO on-dash camera A119 Mini 2. Combing STARVIS 2 IMX675 image sensor, a 7-Glass F1.6 large aperture lens with DOL-HDR tech, A119 Mini 2 can balance extremely bright and dark areas to help accurately restore 2K details recorded in situations such as nighttime roads or tunnels entrances/exits with large changes in brightness.
【Smart Voice Control】By giving simple voice commands, VIOFO front dash cam A119 Mini 2 allows you to lock the video, take photos, turn on/off WiFi and more. It also comes with voice notifications to clearly inform you of settings changes or memory card errors. Just keep your hands on the wheel and keep your eyes fully focused on the road. Voice control & notifications bring you driving safety as well as added convenience.
【Faster 5GHz Wi-Fi & GPS】VIOFO 2K dash cam A119 Mini 2 supports upgraded 5GHz Wi-Fi to provide 4 times faster file transfer. Connect the dashcam to your iOS & Android phones via the VIOFO app and you can live view, playback, download videos, or adjust settings, making it simple to access, store, and send over video evidence in case of any incident. Built-in GPS module can automatically synchronize satellite time and record driving route, speed, and time data into the video files.
【24/7 Buffered Parking Mode】The VIOFO dash camera for cars A119 Mini 2 offers three parking modes. (* Please separately order the HK4 hardwire kit(Asin B09MRVP2PX) to use three parking modes.) Auto Event Detection - supported by a 15s pre-recording buffered function, it automatically records a 45s video that starts 15s before and 30s after the detected event. Low Bitrate Recording - keep recording continuously in mini file size with audio recorded.
【Optional Memory Card Recommendation】 VIOFO industrial high endurance microSD cards, optimized for dashcam recording, give greater assurances around compatibility and long-life durability, greatly elevating your dashcam owner experience. There are different options for your choice - 64GB/128GB/256GB/512GB. (*NOT Included. Please separately purchase it in VIOFO store.)
【Built-in Supercapacitor】 A high-quality supercapacitor prevents the car dash camera from the risk of overheating and extends the reliability and life span of the camera. The built-in supercapacitor ensures this dash cam a more stable power and excellent performance from 5℉ to 149℉ in extreme summer and winter.
【Stunning 1440P 60fps Capture】VIOFO dash camera A119 Mini 2 supports 2K 2560x1440P@60fps, maximum 2.7K 2592x1944P@30fps resolution, clearly capturing essential details such as road signs and number plates in all lighting conditions. (* With HDR enabled, the frame rate will drop from 60fps to 30fps.) This dash cam front 140°wide angle provides a good field of view for recording everything that happens on the road. You can fully immerse yourself in your journey.
【DOL-HDR Superb Night Vision 2.0】Night vision effect, especially the ability to clearly capture license plate numbers in low light, has been highly optimized in VIOFO on-dash camera A119 Mini 2. Combing STARVIS 2 IMX675 image sensor, a 7-Glass F1.6 large aperture lens with DOL-HDR tech, A119 Mini 2 can balance extremely bright and dark areas to help accurately restore 2K details recorded in situations such as nighttime roads or tunnels entrances/exits with large changes in brightness.
【Smart Voice Control】By giving simple voice commands, VIOFO front dash cam A119 Mini 2 allows you to lock the video, take photos, turn on/off WiFi and more. It also comes with voice notifications to clearly inform you of settings changes or memory card errors. Just keep your hands on the wheel and keep your eyes fully focused on the road. Voice control & notifications bring you driving safety as well as added convenience.
【Faster 5GHz Wi-Fi & GPS】VIOFO 2K dash cam A119 Mini 2 supports upgraded 5GHz Wi-Fi to provide 4 times faster file transfer. Connect the dashcam to your iOS & Android phones via the VIOFO app and you can live view, playback, download videos, or adjust settings, making it simple to access, store, and send over video evidence in case of any incident. Built-in GPS module can automatically synchronize satellite time and record driving route, speed, and time data into the video files.
【24/7 Buffered Parking Mode】The VIOFO dash camera for cars A119 Mini 2 offers three parking modes. (* Please separately order the HK4 hardwire kit(Asin B09MRVP2PX) to use three parking modes.) Auto Event Detection - supported by a 15s pre-recording buffered function, it automatically records a 45s video that starts 15s before and 30s after the detected event. Low Bitrate Recording - keep recording continuously in mini file size with audio recorded.
【Optional Memory Card Recommendation】 VIOFO industrial high endurance microSD cards, optimized for dashcam recording, give greater assurances around compatibility and long-life durability, greatly elevating your dashcam owner experience. There are different options for your choice - 64GB/128GB/256GB/512GB. (*NOT Included. Please separately purchase it in VIOFO store.)
【Built-in Supercapacitor】 A high-quality supercapacitor prevents the car dash camera from the risk of overheating and extends the reliability and life span of the camera. The built-in supercapacitor ensures this dash cam a more stable power and excellent performance from 5℉ to 149℉ in extreme summer and winter.
Product information
| Product Dimensions | 1.63 x 1.81 x 2.93 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 1.01 pounds |
| ASIN | B0C5MVB7NX |
| Customer Reviews |
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars
871 ratings
4.3 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,802 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #33 in Car On-Dash Mounted Cameras |
| Connectivity technologies | Wi-Fi |
| GPS | Built-in GPS |
| Other display features | Wireless |
| Color | black |
| Whats in the box | 1 *A119 MINI 2 Dash Cam, 1 *Car Charger, 1 *Type-C Data Cable, 1 *GPS Module, 1 *A119 MINI 2 Manual, 1 *Trim Removal Tool, 1 *Spare Mount Sticker, 2*Windshield Static Stickers; (NOTE! MicroSD card NOT included; HK4 hardwire kit NOT included) |
| Manufacturer | VIOFO |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Date First Available | June 25, 2023 |
Top reviews from the United States
Mark A Pemberton
Solid dash cam!
Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2024
Mark A Pemberton
Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2024
I slaved over trying to find a quality dash cam without breaking the bank. Hours of reading reviews, I finally decided to pull the trigger on VIOFO. The Mini 2 seemed the best solution for what I was looking for. Bought a 128GB San Disk Max Endurance (only because there was a reasonable price differenced than the VIOFO equivalent), and the polarizing lens.
Installation:
Watched several videos on installation, I thought I needed to wire it directly into the fuse box, but after a last minute decision, I decided to use my cigarette lighter adapter (which comes with the dash cam). Recording during parking wasn't a need I had so it made sense. Installing on a 2017 Honda Pilot the lighter plugin was perfectly placed to wrap the wire around the passenger side and directly behind the dash. The cord was easily hidden, behind the dash and behind all the panels, it literally took less than 10 minutes to install. I placed the dash cam directly behind the rear view mirror so it was hidden from normal view. But if I needed to get to the dash cam I could look from below or simply move my mirror slightly to gain access to the cam. Very content with the placement. The only thing that wasn't to my liking was how it stuck to the windshield. After placing as per the installation guide, I looked from the outside and noticed there was a reasonably large bubble in the center of the glue pad. I was able to easily pull it off so I retried to stick it on again. Similar results. However after almost a month of use, I have had no issues with it falling off. Time will tell. They do provide a second glue pad in the kit so if it falls off, I'll probably use the new pad.
Daily Use:
Most of the settings were great out of the box. I think I increased the resolution a little, didn't max that in fear of issues or exceptionally large files. Also set the wifi to 5.8 (I guess that's equivalent to wifi6?). I turned recording audio off as I didn't see that as a need we had. I think that's all I changed. Every time I start up the car, within a few seconds it makes the start up noise and then proceeds to tell me it is recording. Felt like the start up time was very reasonable. After turning off the car, it makes a shutoff noise. No issues in usage. We did go over some rough patch on the interstate through a construction zone and it indicated it was going to lock the recording. Has only happened through that stretch of road so I didn't reduce the accident sensitivity. Felt like that's a good option.
Mobile App:
Many reviews of other products indicated poor mobile app quality. I must say that I have found the app to be very stable. To connect your phone to the dash cam, hold down the wifi button and it will enable the wifi. I think recording has to be stopped for that to work. Use your phone to connect and you can now make configuration settings to the cam as well as select videos/images to download. My settings save a file every 3 minutes. And with my higher resolution setting, the video files are around 553MB each. Downloading files seemed very fast, consistent, with no issues. I believe you can watch the videos directly streaming from the cam or when you download them you can watch them from the app even if you are not connected to the cam. So far, no issues. One surprising fact was when playing back a recording in the app, at the bottom of the screen it shows the movement of the car on a map. Thought that was a nice little feature.
Quality of the video:
I'm very content with the quality of the video. The video is crisp, clear both day and night. No issues.
Overall:
Installation was fast and easy. Daily usage I've had zero issues. Mobile app is easy to use and have no issues. A great buy! Definitely recommend the the Mini 2. Will be buying more for the rest of my families cars.
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Chris
Great value dashcam
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2023
Chris
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2023
As the packaging says, this camera records in 2k 60fps and has decent night vision. You won’t be able to get license plates from too far away like some more expensive models, but it’s good enough to get 2-3 cars ahead. Since this camera is small, I hardly notice it while driving as I placed it behind my rear-view mirror. The voice control comes in handy, in this case, as I wouldn't have to reach around if I wanted to lock a video, for example. I also appreciate that it has parking mode with sensitivity options if I wanted to hardwire it to my car at some point.
The only thing about this dashcam that could be improved is the app functionality. I had trouble viewing the videos through the app as it took a while to download from the camera to my phone. I usually prefer downloading videos directly to my PC anyways, but it's nice to know I have the option to use my phone if needed despite its hitches. The app is great, however, for changing any settings or updating the firmware if it needs one.
The install was extremely easy as the instructions were in clear and fluent English. The wire to my car's cigarette lighter was a perfect length, with hardly any extra wiring to hide away. The only thing I noticed was the lack of wire clips that I've seen come with other models that could help with routing the wire around my car's trim pieces.
Overall, this is an affordable dashcam that provides excellent video quality. It's perfect for those who need a simple, yet reliable, dashcam that gets the job done.
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MrGman
Be Aware if you live in very hot area
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2024