First, do NOT get the microSD card that was shown above in ford390gashog's post. That is not the correct card. You need a high endurance card that is purpose-built for many write and overwrite functions. My 128 GB card is good for about 3.5 days. That means that it's going to be overwritten about 100 times in a year. That's an incredible amount of stress and memory wears out. Something like this is what you want ... not the regular EVO line pictured above.

After that, it's like many other gadgets: you can spend as much as you want. Here is a good source of info; just be careful to get a true 4K camera. As technology has become more affordable, fewer companies are lying about capability. But, 2 years ago, most companies claiming 4K were not doing so. But, getting 4K is a good idea, as it's easier to zoom in on license plates, should you need that level of resolution. Thinkware and BlackVue are the cadillac brands ... you get what you pay for, but you definitely pay for what you get.

I have an installation write-up elsewhere, but I went with Viofo A129 Pro Duo. The app on my phone works pretty well, but I haven't needed to download anything yet. I'm not a blogger and I'm not putting together a "crazy driver" montage. With all of these cameras, you're much better off just removing the microSD card and directly accessing the video files on your computer. Mine has GPS integrated, but it's not that important.

 

Just did a Thinkware U1000 front and rear with the radar option (not for speed, rather for movement in front of the truck).
Still playing with settings and viewing software.
Limited viewing of the files so far and still playing with settings.

The video is good, but not quite as good as I was expecting based on all the published reviews youtube videos.
New battery management seems to work well. I've gone as long as 4-5 days and the camera is still in park mode, granted with little movement between the truck and the garage.

 

I run a Garmin Dash Cam mini front and rear. They are only 1080p resolution, but that is sufficient for my needs. Android app connects easily for downloads when necessary. Most important, they are a very small footprint on the windows.

 

I have the same as the last post^^^^^ Great little cam. I've had it for about a year or so now, no problems.

 

I have a Thinkware Q800Pro 2-channel front & back in my 2019 F450. It is mounted on drivers side of the mirror, with the lens just below the sunscreen. It is very hard to see standing outside in front of the truck. I originally wanted to mount on the passenger side of the mirror... but it picked up the mirror housing unless it was half outside the sunscreen (lens is on LS of unit). This is my third Thinkware - I had the F800Pro two channel in my 2017 F340, and have another F800Pro 2-channel in my wife's VW Atlas. I do not use the "cloud mode", but can make a direct connection via Wifi to download a video, configure, etc

A hardwired install in the newer Fxxx pickups is very easy - lots of room in the headliner (like too much - I wrapped my cords with strips of velcro to ensure they stay put), and easy to come down the door pillar to the passenger side fuse panel. I've also have a Cellink Neo battery pack under the passenger seat for extended parking mode (I was frequent parker at the airport pre-Covid). The Q800 & F800 picture is extremely clear IMO when downloaded to a computer. Watching it on a phone, it is a decent enough picture.

The video is cheap insurance... especially when I have the 5th wheel in tow. I did come close to needing it with a piece of work driving a pickup with a trailer on the freeway who I apparently pissed off somehow - (deliberately cut in front of me and nearly taking out another car in the process, coming to a complete stop in the fast lane in front of me, throwing his drink at my car, etc). I did download the video once I got the office and thought long and hard about sending the video to the police.

 

I have this in all of my vehicles. Came in handy 20 months ago.

 

First thing, Thanks to the OP for making me buy yet another gadget I may or may not need.
I bought the elcheapo version for $28.00 during the black friday sale on amz, it claims to be 1080 although even when at a stoplight you are unable to read the license plate of the vehicle stopped in front of you, overall it's a fairly quality piece of equipment. I compared it to my gopro and hands down the gopro is far superior as expected being it was 1/15th of the price. overall it will do just what "I guess" I wanted it to.
Don't tell my wife I bought more chit for my truck, please!

 

You're welcome....lol

I went with a Tinkware F200 with front and rear camera and wifi. Seems good so far and the Mrs went and bought the same setup for her Edge ST. I like the hardwire kit so it records when the truck is off and it detects motion or collision.

 

Unless your cam sends the vids to your phone via BT, this is something else I’ve added. It’s a card reader that plugs in to 4 different types. Instantly see what’s been recorder rather than waiting until you can get to a computer. Sorry about the giant font.

Trail Camera Viewer 4 in 1Memory SD Card Reader, E-thinker Game Camera Card Viewer-Trail Hunter View Hunting Photos Videos or Trail Camera Reader on Smartphone for iPad Mac&Android

 

I've been satisfied with the Viofo A129 Pro Duo.