DDPAI - Z60 Pro

Am using DDPAI… not bad

I had the same worry when I first got a dash cam, but in practice most thieves are looking for laptops, bags, or anything they can grab fast. A hardwired dash cam that sits up by the mirror really doesn’t draw much attention. If you are still worried, you can always tuck the wires neatly and use parking mode so you don’t need to take it on and off all the time. I’ve been running a DDPAI Z60 and it has been solid. The camera itself is all black and blends in with the rearview mirror so it doesn’t catch the eye, I honestly forget it’s even there. It also has parking surveillance so if anyone were to mess with the car, you’d have it on video. That peace of mind is worth more than worrying about someone noticing it.

Yes, it still records even if you are not connected. The WiFi is only for checking clips. If you want something more convenient, check out DDPAI. The N5 Dual is small and hidden, records 4K front and 1080P rear, and has 32GB built in storage as a backup. The Z60 Pro is another option with 4K Sony sensors and HDR, and you can add an interior cam with πlink if you ever need three channels. Both work without needing to keep your phone tied up on WiFi.

I’m in a similar situation, driving a company box truck where management pretends “nothing ever happens on the road”. A few months back, a car cut me off while I was merging, slammed the brakes, and then tried to blame me for rear-ending them. Luckily I had my own dash cam rolling… well, I would have, if it hadn’t overheated earlier that day. That’s when I decided never again. I picked up the DDPAI Z50 Pro after that. It’s small enough to pop on right before my shift, then I just unplug and throw it in my bag afterward. Night footage is clean enough to catch plates in dark alleys when I’m doing late drops, and the app connection is super quick if I need to review something right away. Haven’t had a “brake-check hero” try anything since… but if they do, I’m ready now. If you want a bit more clarity, the Z60 Pro is basically the same experience, just sharper video. Totally worth the peace of mind when the company won’t cover you.

I’d go with a DDPAI front + rear setup within your $200–$250 range. DDPAI cams tend to give reliable clear day/night video, the parking mode actually works, and the supercapacitor keeps time/date stable without weird battery issues. With a hardwire kit and a 128GB high-endurance card, I set mine and haven’t touched it since it just records what matters. Front-only is fine if you really need to save money, but getting rear coverage from the start gives you way better overall protection for city driving and parking situations.

For a sports coupe I get why you would want something that does not stand out. A lot of dash cams look bulky or flashy which can ruin the clean interior. I have been running a DDPAI N5 Dual and it blends in really well. The body is very small with no screen, so once it is tucked near the mirror you forget it is even there. It records front and rear with clear detail day and night, and the built in 32GB eMMC storage means you still have footage even if the microSD card fails. The radar assisted parking mode has been a bonus since it wakes up only when needed without draining the battery. If you prefer a front only setup, the DDPAI Z60 is another option. It is all black so it disappears by the mirror, and 4K UHD resolution with a wide angle view has been great for everyday driving. The Z60 Pro steps it up further with Sony STARVIS 2 on the front camera, so if low light plate clarity is a top priority that might be worth a look. Both setups have been very discreet which is exactly what I wanted.

For a sports coupe I get why you would want something that does not stand out. A lot of dash cams look bulky or flashy which can ruin the clean interior. I have been running a DDPAI N5 Dual and it blends in really well. The body is very small with no screen, so once it is tucked near the mirror you forget it is even there. It records front and rear with clear detail day and night, and the built in 32GB eMMC storage means you still have footage even if the microSD card fails. The radar assisted parking mode has been a bonus since it wakes up only when needed without draining the battery. If you prefer a front only setup, the DDPAI Z60 is another option. It is all black so it disappears by the mirror, and 4K UHD resolution with a wide angle view has been great for everyday driving. The Z60 Pro steps it up further with Sony STARVIS 2 on the front camera, so if low light plate clarity is a top priority that might be worth a look. Both setups have been very discreet which is exactly what I wanted.

From my experience the cheap ones dont last. For about a year it will start to show signs. On&off, memory card problems. When i switched to Ddpai, no more issues. Been using them for two years now.

Checkout this [DDPAI 4K Dashcam](https://www.amazon.com.au/DDPAI-Dash-Cam-Z60-Pro/dp/B0DZ1YYJM7?crid=1C8TIVS5DJWFV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Zx7S31S8jWqhyQCZb39NiC7KifR8v0Y_JBpqg8iTsbfzWph60vZjs4zNXhiW9uxRS2pU96xb9QX9DZHnpVI7JItMgNXhyhLh2xFdYZ_qDmgqZvkWO-iZ4Q-uLkkhyxLFSdtYoR5vsS5dhuK2WXD1JTlH5puQPP6X8fWWI3brqob8eI4R11H88YJk1uqBnuWYsSWFm2rTS13BfAaK-vH_uw.hI3IHvMlsU8WflcDF7EwFAhqxK03EJIh2aGmlcd8Hfk&dib_tag=se&keywords=ddpai+z60+pro&qid=1755768587&sprefix=ddpai%2Caps%2C250&sr=8-3) Comes with a hardwire kit but I got an OBD port hardwiring kit. Works great

ddpai. ddpai z60 na kaagad. may 0% sa shopee 😂 pwede ikaw lang din mag install

madali lang po actually..ito yung napanood ko.. https://youtu.be/kCjgPDOrENU?si=Vhdn3z1rWYqhKGkl note po: di yan directly connected sa battery, so kung naka off ang sasakyan, off din ang dashcam

Find a dash cam that does not use lithium batteries. There are a couple that use super capacitors that are heat resistant. I use a ddpai that is cost effective and never over heats. Here’s an article explaining https://www.blackboxmycar.com/pages/whats-the-difference-between-super-capacitors-and-lithium-ion-batteries-in-a-dash-camera?srsltid=AfmBOoolEg9SIWlUApGuPn6ExUuv9u4cJciiE9HRx12AxiDUrm737qLG