Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 – Ultra-Compact Full HD Car Dash Camera with Voice Control and Polariser Lens
 
Capture Every Moment, Even When You’re Not Looking.
 
The Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 is a powerful, ultra-compact dash camera that delivers big on features in a design no larger than your car key. With crisp 1080p Full HD recording, a wide 140-degree field of view, and the built-in Garmin Clarity™ polariser, this mini dash cam captures essential road footage with exceptional clarity — day or night.
 
Whether you're navigating city streets or parked in a shopping centre, this small but smart dash cam offers hands-free voice control, incident detection, and live remote monitoring via the Garmin Drive™ app (subscription required). If you're looking for the best discreet dash cam for your car, the Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 is your ideal choice.
 
Note this device requires a Wi-Fi connection to operate Car Guard or Parking Guard when you away from your vehicle. A mobile LTE Modem or old smartphone is an option (or perhaps city wi-fi or wi-fi inside a Mall or shopping center, although this has not been tested and confirmed yet) or upgrade to the Garmin Dash Cam Live that has built in LTE with a required subscription.
 
Key Features:
✅ 1080p Full HD Recording + Wide 140° Lens
Capture high-definition footage across a wide field of view, ensuring important details like number plates and road signs are clearly recorded.
✅ Built-In Garmin Clarity™ Polariser
Reduce windshield glare and enhance visibility in direct sunlight with Garmin's integrated polarising lens — perfect for driving in harsh South African light conditions.
✅ Ultra-Compact, Low-Profile Design
Smaller than your car key, this tiny dash cam installs discreetly and routes cleanly with two cable options (upward or downward).
✅ Hands-Free Voice Control
Stay focused on the road — use voice commands to save video, start/stop audio recording, and more (available in multiple languages).
✅ Automatic Incident Detection
Set it and forget it. The Dash Cam Mini 3 starts recording automatically when you turn on your car, saving any detected incidents with time and date stamps.
✅ Vault Cloud Video Storage
Securely view and share saved video clips through the Garmin Drive app with a Vault subscription and Wi-Fi connection. Perfect for insurance claims or police reports.
✅ Parking Guard & Live View (Subscription Required)
Get instant alerts on your phone when your parked vehicle is disturbed, and view live footage remotely if your dash cam is constantly powered.
✅ Dash Cam Video Sync
Link up to four Garmin dash cams and watch synchronised multi-angle footage from your smartphone — great for full vehicle surveillance.
✅ Durable & Heat-Resistant
Designed to withstand tough vehicle conditions, including direct sunlight and high interior temperatures typical of South African summers.
✅ Extra USB Port Included
The dual-port charger lets you power both your dash cam and phone or navigation device at the same time.
✅ Expandable Storage Up to 512GB
Compatible with microSD™ cards (sold separately) for extended video storage without overwriting important footage. A micro SD is required for using this dash cam. (sold seperately)
 
Parking guard
Get a smartphone alert when your dash cam detects an incident to your parked car. This requires a paid Vault subscription, active Wi-Fi connection and constant power; some vehicles will require use of the Constant Power Cable (sold separately).
LIVE VIEW
When you are away from your parked car, access a live view from your dash cam. This requires a paid Vault subscription, active Wi-Fi connection and constant power; some vehicles will require use of the Constant Power Cable (sold separately).
 
Why Choose the Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3?
If you're searching for the best small dash cam in South Africa, the Garmin Dash Cam Mini 3 offers unbeatable value, premium features, and peace of mind. Its discreet size makes it nearly invisible on your windshield, while its smart features — like voice control, incident alerts, and glare reduction — provide professional-grade performance for every driver.
Whether you’re a commuter, rideshare driver, or road trip enthusiast, trust Garmin to keep an extra eye on the road — even when you're not in the car.