Front-Facing Car Cameras: How to Choose a Dash Cam

It can document the most common forward-driving view with simple installation. Add a rear or cabin camera if incidents behind you or passenger activity matter.

A moderate wide angle can balance road coverage and detail. Extremely wide views include more scene but make objects occupy fewer pixels.

GPS adds route, position and sometimes speed context. It is useful but separate from the camera's basic ability to record video.

Place it within the wiper-cleared area where it does not block the driver's view or vehicle sensors, following the product and vehicle manuals.