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The VIOFO VS1 Mini is a small front-only dash cam with no screen. It records 2K HDR at 30fps from a Sony STARVIS 2 sensor, adds built-in GPS and dual-band Wi-Fi, and is set up and controlled from a phone. Voice commands and spoken alerts cover control and status. It suits drivers who want a discreet camera and phone-based setup rather than a screen. Against bigger dual-channel rivals it gives up a rear camera and a display, but the STARVIS 2 sensor and HDR are strong for its size.
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Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 32 ratings. Owners like the small size, the 2K HDR footage and the phone-based control.
The VIOFO VS1 Mini is a compact front-facing dash cam. It records 2K HDR video at 30 FPS through a 140° lens. It uses a 5MP Sony STARVIS 2 IMX675 sensor with an F1.6 aperture, and it has built-in GPS.
The camera has no display, so the body is small enough to fit behind many rear-view mirrors. You set it up and control it from your phone with the VIOFO app, over dual-band local Wi-Fi. The app preview helps you check the mounting position and aim the lens while parked. Voice commands and spoken alerts handle control and status without a screen.
HDR combines exposures to balance bright highlights and darker areas, such as the view when leaving a tunnel. You can turn HDR on or set the HDR timer in the app. This is a front-only system, and a rear camera cannot be added. For best results, mount the camera in a clear area of the windshield that the wipers clean, without blocking your view.
