Vast improvement from older generation dash cams
Having owned Rexing cameras in the past, particularly a V1LG dual camera, this new V1P SE unit brings a host of welcomed new features and improvements. I will first start out by saying my original V1LG camera is still going strong even after being permanently installed in a vehicle that is subjected to extreme heat and freezing temperatures year round. I would ascertain that the build quality of the new V1P SE is the same albeit the footprint of the unit is more streamlined easier to mount. Some of the welcomed new features include a 90 degree rear camera plug that allows for a cleaner installation and less clutter on the upper part of your windshield. The harness is also a bit smaller than previous generations which makes fishing the rear camera wire through the roof and towards the rear window or hatch a bit easier. Another great thing about this unit is that it comes with two mounting brackets and two 3M adhesive strips. This is great for when you want to actually either have a spare or want to transfer the unit to another vehicle quickly. The use of 3M strips and now, electrostatic stickers, is also a great improvement from the older generation adhesive, which would sometimes fail prematurely from excessive heat in the warmer months. The new mounting method is rock solid and ensures a solid mount as opposed to just adhering directly to glass, just be sure to wait the mentioned 20 minutes before mounting the camera. The unit itself is also a bit smaller which also lends itself to not being so big and bulky on your windshield. You can tuck it up high and out of the way and still have access to the controls and adjustment's if need be without having to have the unit mounted too far down from the top of your windshield. Another great feature about the V1P SE is the built in wifi. It may seem trivial but it's one less step to have to worry about when you need or want to review your footage quickly. Instead of having to take the internal SD card out and then view it on a computer, you can view it right on your phone instead. This feature alone is extremely handy over previous generations of cameras released by Rexing. Now the CPL filter is a neat bonus and one that I found to be another nice addition compared to my older Rexing camera. Morning commutes sometimes point me in the direction of the rising sun and the glare from that makes the video recordings somewhat unusable in some instances. With the filter I've noticed that the glare is significantly reduced, and the video is much more clear. I opted to use the screwdriver to affix the CPL filter to the lens but it's optional, I don't think it would fall off but opted to just use the screws as they were provided. One thing to bear in mind when installing the rear camera is that the harness provided for it, has a keyed notch with four very small pins inside a molded connector to complete the connection. There are arrows imprinted on the plastic, albeit black, but be sure to take care when connecting this portion as the pins are very delicate. I chose to install the harness from the rear of the vehicle as the 90 degree 1/4" connector could take a bit more abuse being fished through the headliner of the vehicle, rather than the moulded 4 pin side. Your installation method will vary of course, but it's something to keep in mind. Moving on from installation and features, the unit itself allows for full customization of just about every aspect of use. This includes scrubbing and playback of video, changing date, time, resolution and a parking monitor option. The parking monitor option I will be able to follow up on in a separate review once I receive my smart hardwire kit after it arrives. There is one other external piece of hardware that is offered for this unit and that is a motion detection option. It's sold separately, and I did not know that you can get it with the smart hardwire kit, it's not sold individually from what I can see, so something to think about if you opt to do a hardwire install and want to take advantage of the motion sensor features, it may be best to get the kit that has both. Still, the fact that you can extend the functionality of this camera to detect motion and record constantly is another added bonus. One thing I am looking for Rexing to offer is a 12v sealed battery to power the unit separately from your existing battery to prevent drain. Overall this is a feature packed unit with more resolution in the front and rear cameras that is sharp and perfect for identifying license plates and faces from near and far, much more than the previous generation I own. It's essentially a must have for all of my vehicles going forward and frankly the best dash cam I've used to date by Rexing. Read more























