[Visions Electronics] Blackvue DR590 Dash Cam 44% off - $113 (HOT)

Dec 3rd, 2019 9:50 am

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Tkavil [OP]: Member; Aug 21, 2011; 420 posts; 222 upvotes

Dec 3rd, 2019 9:50 am

[Visions Electronics] Blackvue DR590 Dash Cam 44% off - $113 (HOT)

Deal Link:: https://www.visions.ca/product-detail/5 ... u=DR5901CH
Price:: 118
Savings:: 82
Expiry:: December 5, 2019
Retailer:: Visions Electronics

I've seen a few dashcam deals on here this week but this is the best one in my opinion. I just picked up the Blackvue DR590 (1CH, Front only) from Visions which is also on sale for $118 (from 200), you can also save an additional $5 if you pick it up in store to bring the price down to $113.

https://www.visions.ca/product-detail/5 ... u=DR5901CH

I have been watching these models from Blackvue for months and this is the best price I've ever seen them in Canada.

You can also get the OBD adapter (Power Magic EZ) for 35$ which lets you run it in parking mode as it will provide a constant power source to the dashcam.

https://www.amazon.ca/BlackVue-Power-Ma ... 338&sr=8-2

What's nice about it is that it also has a cutoff and can turn off the dashcam after a set amount of time or if the power source drops to a certain voltage. This model doesn't have Wifi and the GPS is an optional accessory but overall, great reviews on this brand.

It comes with a 16gb MicroSD, I would recommend that you upgrade to a higher capacity, HIGH ENDURANCE card, especially if you'll be using it in parking mode.

I went with a 64gb Samsung Pro Endurance card, around $30 but if you can find any other high-endurance cards on sale, you can go with those.
https://www.amazon.ca/Samsung-Endurance ... 802&sr=8-3

Last edited by Tkavil on Dec 3rd, 2019 10:42 am, edited 1 time in total.

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Dec 3rd, 2019 9:56 am

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Variability: Deal Fanatic; Feb 2, 2011; 8341 posts; 3034 upvotes; Toronto

Dec 3rd, 2019 9:56 am

Is this easy to install yourself? Also, it seems to be 1 channel, so no rear camera option available?

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:07 am

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Murkdx: Member; Feb 3, 2019; 280 posts; 273 upvotes

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:07 am

Variability wrote: ↑ Is this easy to install yourself? Also, it seems to be 1 channel, so no rear camera option available?

looks like plug and play to 12v socket

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:07 am

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Tkavil [OP]: Member; Aug 21, 2011; 420 posts; 222 upvotes

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:07 am

Variability wrote: ↑ Is this easy to install yourself? Also, it seems to be 1 channel, so no rear camera option available?

This is front-facing only, their 2ch option isn't on sale and run typically in the 300$+ range with this brand.

Like most dashcams, you can just stick it to your windshield and plug in using the cigarette lighter adapter; I personally opted to get the OBD adapter which is just as easy. Where it gets a bit trickier is tucking the wires along the trims but that doesn't take much time and the trim pops off very easily on most cars.

+2

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:11 am

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enhanced: Deal Addict; Aug 4, 2008; 2165 posts; 400 upvotes

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:11 am

Tempting. Great price.

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:16 am

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hyperzore: Sr. Member; Jul 30, 2010; 600 posts; 337 upvotes; Toronto

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:16 am

very good price.

One question, does this have a back camera as well? Recent dashcams are coming with back cams along with front as well.

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:18 am

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fancypantsfloyd: Deal Addict; Apr 12, 2008; 1146 posts; 535 upvotes

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:18 am

nice find op.. i'd buy this, but i already have a thinkware

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:18 am

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shoei: Deal Addict; Aug 3, 2007; 3228 posts; 154 upvotes; Toronto

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:18 am

hyperzore wrote: ↑ very good price.

One question, does this have a back camera as well? Recent dashcams are coming with back cams along with front as well.

looks like front only

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:20 am

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djemzine: Deal Expert; Jun 15, 2011; 42086 posts; 6646 upvotes

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:20 am

Tempting. Debating on using my BlackVue DR650GW-2CH that I have from 2015 from an older car into an existing car of mine. Or should I pick up this.

Thoughts?

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Dec 3rd, 2019 10:22 am

#10

Webhead: Deal Fanatic; Sep 7, 2004; 5846 posts; 2215 upvotes; GTEH!

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:22 am

Tkavil wrote: ↑ I've seen a few dashcam deals on here this week but this is the best one in my opinion. I just picked up the Blackvue DR590 from Visions which is also on sale for $118 (from 200), you can also save an additional $5 if you pick it up in store to bring the price down to $113.

https://www.visions.ca/product-detail/5 ... u=DR5901CH

I have been watching these models from Blackvue for months and this is the best price I've ever seen them in Canada.

You can also get the OBD adapter (Power Magic EZ) for 35$ which lets you run it in parking mode as it will provide a constant power source to the dashcam.

https://www.amazon.ca/BlackVue-Power-Ma ... 338&sr=8-2

What's nice about it is that it also has a cutoff and can turn off the dashcam after a set amount of time or if the power source drops to a certain voltage. This model doesn't have Wifi and the GPS is an optional accessory but overall, great reviews on these cameras.

It comes with a 16gb MicroSD, I would recommend that you upgrade to a higher capacity, HIGH ENDURANCE card, especially if you'll be using it in parking mode.

I went with a 64gb Samsung Pro Endurance card, around $30 but if you can find any other high-endurance cards on sale, you can go with those.
https://www.amazon.ca/Samsung-Endurance ... 802&sr=8-3

Thanks for the deal.
Looks very similar to the Thinkware dashcam I bought for $79 during BF sale at BB.

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:33 am

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cbr600: Sr. Member; Sep 19, 2008; 884 posts; 807 upvotes

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:33 am

I have a Blackvue from 2011. Still working, although it won't record or turn off randomly sometimes until the internal battery full drains. Otherwise it's been working for 8 years so can't really complain.

My advice is to get one with WIFI. It is super annoying having to pull the SD card out every time you want to see a video

+6

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:33 am

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makaheehee: Jr. Member; Aug 19, 2018; 120 posts; 26 upvotes

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:33 am

How does this compare to the Aukey low profile that was recently posted? Worth it to return that and get this? My car doesn't have an OBD port so I can't utilize the kit

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:35 am

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EarthViews: Member; Jan 22, 2019; 315 posts; 237 upvotes

Dec 3rd, 2019 10:35 am

It's a good deal considering the brand, but this is overpriced for the quality. Better off getting a Viofo A119.

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Dec 3rd, 2019 11:01 am

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Tkavil [OP]: Member; Aug 21, 2011; 420 posts; 222 upvotes

Dec 3rd, 2019 11:01 am

makaheehee wrote: ↑ How does this compare to the Aukey low profile that was recently posted? Worth it to return that and get this? My car doesn't have an OBD port so I can't utilize the kit

I don't have experience with Aukey dashcams but I've had no problems with other electronics I've used from them. The biggest difference that I'm seeing is that the BlackVue will do 60fps at 1080p where the Aukey can only do 30fps at 1080p. Otherwise, seems pretty good.

Dec 3rd, 2019 11:17 am

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sireleven: Newbie; Dec 15, 2015; 82 posts; 32 upvotes; York, ON

Dec 3rd, 2019 11:17 am

From my experience with 1080p resolution, it will be very hard to see license plates unless the other car is really close.

I'm personally waiting for a dashcam capable of 1440p for front and rear before I upgrade from my Viofo A119 V2 (1440p and I believe the v3 is available now).

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Dec 3rd, 2019 11:20 am

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krossfyah: Member; Dec 13, 2005; 408 posts; 55 upvotes; Mono, Ontario

Dec 3rd, 2019 11:20 am

how does this compare to the thinkware?

Dec 3rd, 2019 11:22 am

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Ecsta: Deal Addict; Jan 17, 2009; 2972 posts; 2882 upvotes; Toronto, Ontario

Dec 3rd, 2019 11:22 am

Good price for an established brand. I'm not too happy with my Blackvue 750s after 2 years of ownership, the camera randomly freezes if its running for more than a day or two straight, so i have to turn it off and on again every day to make sure it's working. Will go Thinkware when i'm ready to buy a new one.

sireleven wrote: ↑ From my experience with 1080p resolution, it will be very hard to see license plates unless the other car is really close.

Depends on a lot of factors, can't just judge by the resolution. Check out the youtube comparison videos to get an idea. Higher resolution ones are obviously better but are more money. 60 FPS helps a lot for motion (ie moving cars).

Dec 3rd, 2019 11:26 am

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ravell: Jr. Member; Oct 26, 2003; 195 posts; 187 upvotes; Caledon

Dec 3rd, 2019 11:26 am

krossfyah wrote: ↑ how does this compare to the thinkware?

To me my personal opinion is the Blackvue Brand is the defacto dash cam brand.. everyone else falls below them.. Quality Assurance and Build Quality are always top notch. No idea about single Chanel units but their two channel (front & rear) with gps is great!

Ps I put thinkware 2nd behind BV

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Dec 3rd, 2019 11:33 am

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ravell: Jr. Member; Oct 26, 2003; 195 posts; 187 upvotes; Caledon

Dec 3rd, 2019 11:33 am

sireleven wrote: ↑ From my experience with 1080p resolution, it will be very hard to see license plates unless the other car is really close.

I'm personally waiting for a dashcam capable of 1440p for front and rear before I upgrade from my Viofo A119 V2 (1440p and I believe the v3 is available now).

There are 4K units on the market now but everything comes at a price 4K units range 4-600. For a less than 100 dollar dash cam blackvue is what it is a good brand entry level dash cam and that records video. Hopefully the video is never to be needed..

Dec 3rd, 2019 11:34 am

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sireleven: Newbie; Dec 15, 2015; 82 posts; 32 upvotes; York, ON

Dec 3rd, 2019 11:34 am

Ecsta wrote: ↑ Depends on a lot of factors, can't just judge by the resolution. Check out the youtube comparison videos to get an idea. Higher resolution ones are obviously better but are more money. 60 FPS helps a lot for motion (ie moving cars).

A lot of factors, I agree.

Anyway, I looked this one up on youtube, changed the Quality=1080p60fps and Playback Speed=0.5, and started at 0:13.
BlackVue DR590-1CH @ 1080p60 - roadtest (v1.003)

I've been pausing/playing the video until I can read the license plate of the red car.
Only became readable at around 1 meter.