BlackVue ELITE8-2CH-64 ELITE 8-2CH 64GB Dual 2K QHD Front & Rear Cloud Dash Cam
BlackVue ELITE8-2CH-64 ELITE 8-2CH 64GB Dual 2K QHD Front & Rear Cloud Dash Cam
The BlackVue ELITE 8-2CH is the first dashcam in the BlackVue lineup to deliver true 2K QHD recording simultaneously on both front and rear cameras, with Sony STARVIS 2 sensors and Dual HDR delivering evidence-grade footage in every direction.
Product Overview
The ELITE 8-2CH pairs a 2K QHD (2560x1440) front camera with a 2K QHD rear camera, both driven by Sony STARVIS 2 sensors and both featuring HDR processing. This Dual HDR configuration provides accurate, well-balanced imagery from both directions simultaneously, covering the road ahead and the vehicle behind with the same level of sensor quality.
Ultra Low LUX tuning at 0.03 LUX ensures the front camera captures clear detail at night, with the same STARVIS 2 sensor platform delivering consistent overnight performance on both channels. The 7-element f/2.0 aperture lens on both units provides a strong balance of depth of field and low-light sensitivity at a 142-degree field of view.
Power Saving Parking Mode draws under 1mA in standby, extending parked protection to weeks on a hardwired connection. The 64GB BlackVue microSD card included in this SKU provides a workable starting point for daily use; note that dual-channel recording fills a card faster than single-channel, and larger capacities are available in this range. Built-in dual-band Wi-Fi and GPS are standard, with cloud connectivity available via the optional CM100G LTE module.
Features & Benefits
Both front and rear cameras feature Sony STARVIS 2 sensors with 0.03 Ultra Low LUX tuning and Dual HDR, making the ELITE 8-2CH the most capable dual-channel 2K system BlackVue has produced. Each camera uses a 7-element f/2.0 aperture lens with a 142-degree viewing angle, ensuring consistent wide-coverage footage front and rear.
Power Saving Parking Mode operates at under 12mW in total standby draw, consuming less than 1mA. The system wakes on impact, records a 60-second event clip from both cameras, then returns to standby. Combined with a BlackVue Ultra Battery pack, this extends parking protection to over 12 months of standby monitoring.
Buffered Parking Mode supports motion detection recording and time lapse recording, with either the front or rear camera triggering recording when motion is detected. Pre-event buffering captures 10 seconds before any triggered event across both channels. Smart Event Recording covers driving impacts, parking impacts, overspeed, hard acceleration, hard braking, and hard cornering.
Format-Free (Adaptive) file management provides improved recording stability across both channels. A built-in supercapacitor provides heat-resistant power management without the degradation risk of battery-based designs. Startup time is under one second with voice guidance in 17 languages.
Technical Specs
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | ELITE 8-2CH |
| Channel | 2 Channel (front + rear) |
| Front & Rear Sensor | Sony STARVIS 2, 5MP |
| Front & Rear Resolution | 2K QHD (2560 x 1440) @ 30fps |
| Viewing Angle | Diagonal 142° (front and rear) |
| Lens (Front & Rear) | 7-element, f/2.0 aperture |
| Low Light | 0.03 Ultra Low LUX |
| HDR | Dual HDR (front and rear) |
| Video Codec | H.264 (AVC) |
| Video File Format | MP4 |
| Image Quality (Bitrate) | Highest Extreme: 25Mbps / Highest: 20Mbps / High: 15Mbps / Normal: 10Mbps |
| Included Storage | 64GB microSD (BlackVue) |
| Maximum Storage | 1TB microSD |
| Format-Free | Yes (Adaptive) |
| Wi-Fi | Built-in Wi-Fi 5 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac), 2.4GHz & 5GHz |
| GPS | Built-in Dual Band (GPS + GLONASS) |
| Parking Mode | Power Saving (<1mA) / Motion Detection / Time Lapse |
| Pre-Event Buffer | 10 seconds |
| Impact Sensor | 3-Axis Acceleration Sensor |
| Power Storage | Built-in Supercapacitor |
| Input Voltage | DC 12V–24V |
| Power Saving Mode Draw | Under 12mW (Avg. <1mA @ 12V) |
| Voltage Cut-off | 11.8V–12.5V (12V) / 22.8V–24V (24V) |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 80°C |
| High Temp Cut-off | Approx. 70°C |
| LTE | Optional via CM100G LTE Module (sold separately) |
| App Compatibility | BlackVue App (Android 10.0+, iOS 15.0+) |
| Certifications | RCM, FCC, CE, IC (ISED), Telec, RoHS, WEEE |
| Warranty | 36 months (Australian customers) |
Goes Well With
- BlackVue CM100G LTE Module for always-on cloud connectivity, remote live view, and real-time GPS tracking
- BlackVue B-130A or B-130X Ultra Battery Pack to extend Power Saving Parking Mode to over 12 months
- BlackVue TP-E Tamper-Proof Case, designed exclusively for the ELITE 8 series
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 64GB enough for dual-channel 2K QHD recording?
For moderate daily driving, 64GB functions as a workable starting point. However, because the ELITE 8-2CH records from two cameras simultaneously, the card fills approximately twice as fast as a single-channel configuration. Drivers who use parking mode regularly or who drive for extended periods daily are recommended to consider 128GB or above for this dual-channel setup.
What makes the ELITE 8-2CH different from previous BlackVue dual-channel models?
The ELITE 8-2CH is the first BlackVue model to pair dual 2K QHD cameras, with Sony STARVIS 2 sensors and HDR on both front and rear. Previous dual-channel BlackVue models used Full HD (1080p) for the rear camera. The ELITE 8-2CH also introduces Power Saving Parking Mode, not available on earlier BlackVue lineups.
Does the ELITE 8-2CH use a standard BlackVue coaxial cable for the rear camera?
The ELITE 8-2CH uses a new mount design exclusive to the ELITE 8 series. Please refer to BlackVue's compatibility guide for rear camera cable specifications before installation.
Does the dashcam require a subscription to use cloud features?
The BlackVue app and local Wi-Fi playback are free. Cloud features such as remote live view, auto event backup, and real-time GPS tracking require internet via a paired hotspot or the optional CM100G LTE module (data plan BYO).
Why is a supercapacitor better than a battery in a dashcam?
A supercapacitor provides short-term power for safe recording shutdown on power loss, without the degradation risk that lithium batteries face in high heat. In Australian conditions where a parked vehicle's interior can reach extreme temperatures, a supercapacitor-based design provides more reliable long-term performance than battery-based alternatives.
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BlackVue ELITE8-2CH-64 ELITE 8-2CH 64GB Dual 2K QHD Front & Rear Cloud Dash Cam
The BlackVue ELITE 8-2CH is the first dashcam in the BlackVue lineup to deliver true 2K QHD recording simultaneously on both front and rear cameras, with Sony STARVIS 2 sensors and Dual HDR delivering evidence-grade footage in every direction.
Product Overview
The ELITE 8-2CH pairs a 2K QHD (2560x1440) front camera with a 2K QHD rear camera, both driven by Sony STARVIS 2 sensors and both featuring HDR processing. This Dual HDR configuration provides accurate, well-balanced imagery from both directions simultaneously, covering the road ahead and the vehicle behind with the same level of sensor quality.
Ultra Low LUX tuning at 0.03 LUX ensures the front camera captures clear detail at night, with the same STARVIS 2 sensor platform delivering consistent overnight performance on both channels. The 7-element f/2.0 aperture lens on both units provides a strong balance of depth of field and low-light sensitivity at a 142-degree field of view.
Power Saving Parking Mode draws under 1mA in standby, extending parked protection to weeks on a hardwired connection. The 64GB BlackVue microSD card included in this SKU provides a workable starting point for daily use; note that dual-channel recording fills a card faster than single-channel, and larger capacities are available in this range. Built-in dual-band Wi-Fi and GPS are standard, with cloud connectivity available via the optional CM100G LTE module.
Features & Benefits
Both front and rear cameras feature Sony STARVIS 2 sensors with 0.03 Ultra Low LUX tuning and Dual HDR, making the ELITE 8-2CH the most capable dual-channel 2K system BlackVue has produced. Each camera uses a 7-element f/2.0 aperture lens with a 142-degree viewing angle, ensuring consistent wide-coverage footage front and rear.
Power Saving Parking Mode operates at under 12mW in total standby draw, consuming less than 1mA. The system wakes on impact, records a 60-second event clip from both cameras, then returns to standby. Combined with a BlackVue Ultra Battery pack, this extends parking protection to over 12 months of standby monitoring.
Buffered Parking Mode supports motion detection recording and time lapse recording, with either the front or rear camera triggering recording when motion is detected. Pre-event buffering captures 10 seconds before any triggered event across both channels. Smart Event Recording covers driving impacts, parking impacts, overspeed, hard acceleration, hard braking, and hard cornering.
Format-Free (Adaptive) file management provides improved recording stability across both channels. A built-in supercapacitor provides heat-resistant power management without the degradation risk of battery-based designs. Startup time is under one second with voice guidance in 17 languages.
Technical Specs
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | ELITE 8-2CH |
| Channel | 2 Channel (front + rear) |
| Front & Rear Sensor | Sony STARVIS 2, 5MP |
| Front & Rear Resolution | 2K QHD (2560 x 1440) @ 30fps |
| Viewing Angle | Diagonal 142° (front and rear) |
| Lens (Front & Rear) | 7-element, f/2.0 aperture |
| Low Light | 0.03 Ultra Low LUX |
| HDR | Dual HDR (front and rear) |
| Video Codec | H.264 (AVC) |
| Video File Format | MP4 |
| Image Quality (Bitrate) | Highest Extreme: 25Mbps / Highest: 20Mbps / High: 15Mbps / Normal: 10Mbps |
| Included Storage | 64GB microSD (BlackVue) |
| Maximum Storage | 1TB microSD |
| Format-Free | Yes (Adaptive) |
| Wi-Fi | Built-in Wi-Fi 5 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac), 2.4GHz & 5GHz |
| GPS | Built-in Dual Band (GPS + GLONASS) |
| Parking Mode | Power Saving (<1mA) / Motion Detection / Time Lapse |
| Pre-Event Buffer | 10 seconds |
| Impact Sensor | 3-Axis Acceleration Sensor |
| Power Storage | Built-in Supercapacitor |
| Input Voltage | DC 12V–24V |
| Power Saving Mode Draw | Under 12mW (Avg. <1mA @ 12V) |
| Voltage Cut-off | 11.8V–12.5V (12V) / 22.8V–24V (24V) |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 80°C |
| High Temp Cut-off | Approx. 70°C |
| LTE | Optional via CM100G LTE Module (sold separately) |
| App Compatibility | BlackVue App (Android 10.0+, iOS 15.0+) |
| Certifications | RCM, FCC, CE, IC (ISED), Telec, RoHS, WEEE |
| Warranty | 36 months (Australian customers) |
Goes Well With
- BlackVue CM100G LTE Module for always-on cloud connectivity, remote live view, and real-time GPS tracking
- BlackVue B-130A or B-130X Ultra Battery Pack to extend Power Saving Parking Mode to over 12 months
- BlackVue TP-E Tamper-Proof Case, designed exclusively for the ELITE 8 series
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 64GB enough for dual-channel 2K QHD recording?
For moderate daily driving, 64GB functions as a workable starting point. However, because the ELITE 8-2CH records from two cameras simultaneously, the card fills approximately twice as fast as a single-channel configuration. Drivers who use parking mode regularly or who drive for extended periods daily are recommended to consider 128GB or above for this dual-channel setup.
What makes the ELITE 8-2CH different from previous BlackVue dual-channel models?
The ELITE 8-2CH is the first BlackVue model to pair dual 2K QHD cameras, with Sony STARVIS 2 sensors and HDR on both front and rear. Previous dual-channel BlackVue models used Full HD (1080p) for the rear camera. The ELITE 8-2CH also introduces Power Saving Parking Mode, not available on earlier BlackVue lineups.
Does the ELITE 8-2CH use a standard BlackVue coaxial cable for the rear camera?
The ELITE 8-2CH uses a new mount design exclusive to the ELITE 8 series. Please refer to BlackVue's compatibility guide for rear camera cable specifications before installation.
Does the dashcam require a subscription to use cloud features?
The BlackVue app and local Wi-Fi playback are free. Cloud features such as remote live view, auto event backup, and real-time GPS tracking require internet via a paired hotspot or the optional CM100G LTE module (data plan BYO).
Why is a supercapacitor better than a battery in a dashcam?
A supercapacitor provides short-term power for safe recording shutdown on power loss, without the degradation risk that lithium batteries face in high heat. In Australian conditions where a parked vehicle's interior can reach extreme temperatures, a supercapacitor-based design provides more reliable long-term performance than battery-based alternatives.
