Garmin dash cams record your journey continuously, creating a timestamped video record that protects you in the event of an accident or incident. The current range includes the flagship Dash Cam X310 with 4K Ultra HD recording at up to 120 fps, the Dash Cam X210 at 1440p up to 60 fps, and the Dash Cam X110 at 1080p HD. All three X-series cameras share a 2.4-inch display, 140-degree wide-angle lens, built-in GPS, and support for Parking Guard mode.
For drivers who need interior as well as forward recording, the Dash Cam Tandem captures the road ahead at 1440p and the vehicle interior at 720p simultaneously, making it ideal for taxis, driving instructors, and professional drivers. The Dash Cam 67W offers a 180-degree wide-angle view at 2.5K QHD resolution, while the compact Dash Cam Mini 3 records at 1080p HD in a discreet screenless form factor. Use our Garmin dash cam comparison table, read the dash cam buying guide, or jump to the Garmin dash cam guide below.
For help choosing the right model, call us on 01733 777623 (Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5:00pm) or contact us online outside those hours. We are an authorised Garmin retailer and can advise on the best camera for your vehicle and budget. If you are looking for an alternative to Garmin, we also stock BlackVue dash cams and Mio dash cams.
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£349.99 ‣2.4-inch display screen View Dash Cam X310 |
£259.99 ‣2.4-inch display screen View Dash Cam X210 |
£199.99 ‣2.4-inch display screen View Dash Cam X110 |
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£299.99 ‣Front and interior dash cam View Dash Cam Tandem |
£229.99 ‣2.0-inch display screen View Dash Cam 67W |
£149.99 ‣No display screen View Dash Cam Mini 3 |
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Garmin Dash Cam Accessories for Older Models
ActiveGPS stocks genuine Garmin accessories for both current and discontinued dash cam models. Whether you need a replacement mount, power cable, or parking mode cable, we can help. Accessories are available for the Garmin Dash Cam 30, Dash Cam 35, Dash Cam 45, Dash Cam 46, Dash Cam 47, Dash Cam 55 Plus, Dash Cam 56, Dash Cam 57, Dash Cam 65W, Dash Cam 66W, and Dash Cam Mini. Browse the full range at Garmin Dash Cam Accessories.
Garmin Dash Cam Buying Guide
Choosing a Garmin dash cam in 2026 is straightforward once you know what to look for. This guide covers everything from resolution and recording angle to Parking Guard, installation options, and which model suits which driver. We have been selling Garmin dash cams since they were first introduced and can advise on the best choice for your vehicle and usage.
Why Buy a Dash Cam?
A dash cam creates a continuous video record of your driving, giving you objective evidence in the event of an accident, a near-miss, or a fraudulent insurance claim. Crash-for-cash scams, where a driver deliberately causes a collision to generate a payout, are a well-documented problem on UK roads, and dash cam footage has repeatedly been used to defend innocent drivers. Footage is also submitted regularly to police forces via online reporting portals to report dangerous driving. Beyond protection, Garmin dash cams record GPS location and speed data alongside the video, which can be important in establishing the facts of an incident. For professional drivers including taxi and private hire operators, a camera that also covers the vehicle interior provides protection for both driver and passenger.
Front Only or Front and Rear Recording?
A front-only camera covers the most common incident scenario: a collision with a vehicle ahead, a hazard in the road, or a driver cutting across you. For most private car drivers, a front-only model from the Garmin X-series provides the coverage they need. If you are frequently driving on motorways or dual carriageways and are specifically concerned about rear-end collisions, a dedicated rear camera provides additional protection. Note that the Garmin Dash Cam Tandem is not a front and rear road camera: its second lens faces into the vehicle interior rather than backwards through the rear window. It is the right choice for professional drivers who need a cabin record, not for those specifically wanting rear-road coverage. A separate rear-facing camera would need to be added alongside a front model for true front and rear road recording.
4K vs 1440p vs 1080p - Which Resolution Do I Need?
Resolution determines how much detail is captured in the footage, which matters most when you need to read a number plate from the recording after an incident. The Dash Cam X310 records at 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) at up to 120 fps, producing the sharpest footage in the current Garmin range. The Dash Cam X210 records at 1440p (2560 x 1440 pixels) at up to 60 fps, which comfortably resolves plates in normal conditions and produces smoother motion than the X110. The Dash Cam X110 records at 1080p Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) at 30 fps, which remains adequate for the majority of incidents. Higher resolutions produce larger file sizes, so the X310 and X210 require a faster, higher-capacity microSD card. For most drivers the X210 represents the best balance of image quality, smooth recording, and practical file sizes.
Incident Detection and Parking Guard Explained
All current Garmin dash cams include a built-in G-sensor for incident detection. If the camera registers a sudden impact or sharp change in direction consistent with a collision, it automatically locks the current recording segment so it cannot be overwritten by loop recording. Your footage is preserved even if you are unable to act at the scene. Parking Guard is a separate feature that allows the camera to continue monitoring your parked vehicle after the engine is switched off. When a bump or collision is detected while the vehicle is stationary, the camera saves a clip of the event. Parking Guard requires a dedicated hardwired parking mode cable that provides a low-level constant power feed from the vehicle battery with an automatic cut-off to protect against battery drain. The X310, X210, X110, and Mini 3 use the USB-C parking mode cable; the Tandem and 67W use the older 5-pin cable.
The Garmin X-Series Range Explained (X310 vs X210 vs X110)
The three X-series cameras share an identical physical design: a 2.4-inch display, 140-degree diagonal field of view, magnetic windscreen mount, USB-C connection, and built-in GPS. They differ only in recording resolution and maximum frame rate. The X310 records 4K at up to 120 fps and is the top-of-range choice for the highest possible image quality. The X210 records 1440p at up to 60 fps and offers the best combination of high resolution and manageable file sizes. The X110 records 1080p at 30 fps and is the most affordable entry point to the X-series. All three support Parking Guard via the same USB-C hardwired cable, can auto-sync with up to four Garmin dash cams on the same Garmin network, and are controlled and reviewed via the Garmin Drive smartphone app. For most drivers the X210 is the recommended choice unless the higher frame rate of the X310 is a specific requirement.
The Garmin Dash Cam Tandem - Front and Interior Recording
The Garmin Dash Cam Tandem uses a single compact unit with two lenses: one pointing forward through the windscreen and one pointing into the vehicle cabin. The forward lens records at 1440p and the interior lens at 720p, both simultaneously. This configuration makes the Tandem well suited to licensed taxis and private hire vehicles, driving instructors, and commercial vehicle operators who need a record of both the road and the vehicle occupants. The Tandem has a 180-degree diagonal field of view for the interior lens, giving broad coverage of front and rear seats. It uses the older 5-pin parking mode cable for Parking Guard rather than the USB-C cable used by the X-series. If you are looking for front and rear road recording rather than interior cabin coverage, you would need to combine a front-facing X-series camera with a separate compatible rear camera.
Loop Recording and Memory Card Storage
All Garmin dash cams use loop recording, which means they continuously record and automatically overwrite the oldest footage when the microSD card becomes full. This ensures the camera never stops recording due to storage running out. Footage locked by incident detection, or manually protected by the driver, is excluded from the overwrite cycle and preserved until deliberately deleted. Garmin recommends using a microSD card rated for continuous write performance - a card designed for dash cam or surveillance use - rather than a standard consumer card which may not withstand sustained recording. The X310 and X210, recording at higher resolutions and frame rates, require a faster card with a U3 speed class rating or equivalent. As a practical guide, a 64 GB card gives approximately two to four hours of continuous footage at 1080p, or around one to two hours at 4K. Garmin-branded microSD cards, sized and tested for use with current dash cam models, are available from ActiveGPS.
Installation - Windscreen Mount vs Hardwired
All Garmin dash cams in the current range are supplied with a windscreen mount and a 12-volt socket power cable. This socket-powered installation is quick, simple, and fully reversible - it suits most drivers and requires no modifications to the vehicle. For a tidier result with the cable hidden behind the headlining and A-pillar trim, a hardwired kit connects the camera directly to the vehicle fuse box, drawing power from a switched live feed so the camera activates and deactivates with the ignition. Hardwired installation is essential if you want to use Parking Guard, as the camera requires a low-level constant power supply with an automatic battery protection cut-off when the vehicle is parked. If you would rather have a single device that combines sat nav and dash cam without any separate wiring, the Garmin DriveCam 76 is worth considering. It incorporates a full DriveSmart 76 sat nav with a built-in front-facing dash cam in one unit, powered by the standard 12-volt socket mount. For drivers who already own a sat nav and want to add a high-resolution dedicated camera, a standalone X-series dash cam gives greater flexibility and higher recording quality.
Garmin Dash Cam Questions and Answers
Question: What does a dash cam do and why do I need one?
Answer: A dash cam continuously records video of the road ahead while you drive, creating a timestamped record of your journey. In the event of an accident or incident, the footage can be used as evidence to establish what happened and to protect you against fraudulent claims. Modern Garmin dash cams in the X-series also record GPS location and speed data alongside the video, giving a complete picture of any incident. Footage can be submitted to the police to report dangerous driving and can protect your no-claims bonus in a disputed insurance claim.
Question: What is the difference between a front-only and a front and rear dash cam?
Answer: A front-only dash cam records the road ahead through the windscreen, covering the most common scenario such as a collision with the vehicle in front. A front and rear system adds a second camera covering the rear window to record vehicles behind you, which is useful if you are struck from behind. The Garmin Dash Cam Tandem takes a different approach: its second lens records the vehicle interior rather than the rear of the vehicle, making it well suited to taxi and private hire drivers, driving instructors, and anyone who needs a record of what happened inside the vehicle as well as outside.
Question: What is incident detection on a Garmin dash cam?
Answer: Incident detection on Garmin dash cams uses a built-in G-sensor that monitors changes in speed and direction while you drive. If the camera detects a sudden impact or sharp movement consistent with an accident, it automatically locks the current footage segment to prevent it being overwritten by the loop recording function. This means that even if you are unable to manually save the footage at the scene, the incident recording is preserved. Some Garmin models can also send an automatic notification via the Garmin Drive app when an incident is detected.
Question: Is dash cam footage admissible as evidence in the UK?
Answer: Yes. Dash cam footage is widely accepted as evidence in UK courts and is routinely submitted to the police and used in insurance claims. There is no legal requirement to inform other road users that you are recording. However, you must handle footage in accordance with UK data protection law. Many police forces in the UK operate online portals specifically for submitting dash cam footage of dangerous driving. Having footage can also protect your no-claims bonus in the event of a disputed insurance claim.
Question: What is the difference between the Garmin DriveCam 76 and a standalone Garmin dash cam?
Answer: The Garmin DriveCam 76 is a combined sat nav and dash cam in a single unit, incorporating a 7-inch DriveSmart touchscreen alongside a built-in front-facing camera. It is a practical choice for drivers who want one device rather than two. A standalone dash cam such as the Dash Cam X310 or Dash Cam X210 is typically smaller and more discreet, offers more flexibility in windscreen positioning, and tends to provide higher maximum resolution and more advanced recording features than the built-in solution. If you already own a sat nav, a standalone X-series dash cam is usually the better addition.
Why Buy from ActiveGPS?
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We have been helping customers choose the right dash cam since Garmin first introduced them. Our team has hands-on experience with every model we stock and can advise on the best choice for your vehicle, journey type, and budget. Call us on 01733 777623 (Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5:00pm) or contact us online.
This page was last reviewed on: 11th June 2026
