REDTIGER VP40 4-Channel 360° Dash Cam: features, specs and who it suits

The REDTIGER VP40 is a dash cam with four rotatable wide-angle lenses, so it can record the front, rear and both sides of a vehicle at the same time. Many dash cams cover only the road ahead, or the front and rear; a four-channel system adds the sides and, with lenses turned inward, the cabin. Here is what its specs mean and what to plan for when fitting it.

Four channels, 360° coverage

Each channel is a separate camera feed. The front and rear record in 2.5K (2560 x 1440 pixels), and the two side cameras in 1080p (1920 x 1080). 2.5K has nearly twice as many pixels as 1080p, which helps with small details such as licence plates further away.

Every lens can be rotated to cover blind spots, the cabin interior or the side doors. That lets you adapt the setup to how you use the vehicle, whether for commuting, family driving or carrying passengers.

STARVIS 2 sensors, HDR and night vision

The VP40 uses two STARVIS 2 IMX675 image sensors, a sensor line designed for recording in low light. Dual HDR (high dynamic range) combines exposures so that both bright areas, such as headlights or a tunnel exit, and dark areas keep detail. REDTIGER says this is designed to capture licence plates by day or night, even in tunnels or bad weather.

Infrared night vision lights the scene with infrared light, which cameras can see but people can't. That's how in-cabin and side cameras record in the dark without a visible light; infrared footage is black and white. REDTIGER says the infrared covers both inside and outside the vehicle.

Wi-Fi, app and GPS

Footage transfers to a phone over 5.8 GHz Wi-Fi through the Redtiger Cam app, where you can preview, edit and share clips from all four channels. The 5.8 GHz band is generally faster than 2.4 GHz over short distances, which helps when moving large high-resolution files.

Built-in GPS logs your speed, route and location alongside the footage. That can add useful context to a clip, such as where and when something happened.

The camera also responds to simple voice commands, so you can operate it hands-free, and has a touchscreen for menus, playback and settings.

Parking mode and loop recording

In parking mode, the VP40 records around the clock in time-lapse, which takes up less card space than recording at normal speed. It needs a hardwire kit, which isn't included. Hardwiring typically connects the camera to the vehicle's fuse box so it has power with the engine off; many hardwire kits include a low-voltage cut-off to protect the car battery, and many drivers have them fitted professionally.

A G-sensor detects impacts and locks the current footage so it isn't overwritten. Loop recording handles everything else: when the card is full, the oldest footage is overwritten, so the camera never stops recording.

Memory card and warranty

A microSD card isn't included. With four channels writing constantly, a high-endurance card made for continuous recording is the usual choice, and REDTIGER recommends one. Check the manual for the largest card it supports. REDTIGER backs the VP40 with an 18-month warranty and 24/7 support.

Who it suits

It suits rideshare drivers who want the cabin and the road recorded, commuters who want coverage on every side, families, and people who use a vehicle for work. The side cameras and parking mode matter most for vehicles that are often parked on the street or in busy lots.

What to check before you buy

• Installation: plan cable routing for all four channels, and whether you'll add a hardwire kit for parking mode.
• Mounting: check local rules on where a dash cam may be placed on the windscreen.
• Recording passengers: rules on in-cabin recording vary, so check local laws and whether passengers need to be told.
• Memory card: choose a high-endurance microSD card and check the largest size supported.
• Your phone: make sure it can run the Redtiger Cam app.

The short version

• A four-channel dash cam with four rotatable lenses covering the front, rear and both sides.
• 2.5K (2560 x 1440) front and rear, 1080p on the sides.
• Dual STARVIS 2 IMX675 sensors, dual HDR and infrared night vision.
• 5.8 GHz Wi-Fi to the Redtiger Cam app, built-in GPS, voice control and a touchscreen.
• Time-lapse parking mode (hardwire kit needed), G-sensor file locking and loop recording; microSD card not included.

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