VIOFO T330 and T340 vs T130: What Changed, and Which One to Buy

For years the VIOFO T130 was the dash cam rideshare drivers looked towards. A small barrel-shaped camera behind the mirror, a cabin camera built into the same body, and a rear camera on a cable. VIOFO has now replaced it with not one camera but two: the T330 and the T340. Both keep the screenless barrel shape people liked. Almost everything inside has changed.

Here is the short version. The T340 is the direct replacement, because like the T130 it builds the cabin camera into the main unit. The T330 is the flexible one. Its cabin camera is a separate module you can place where you like, or leave out entirely, and its two-channel version is the only camera in either range that records 4K at 60 frames per second.

We have not had either camera on the bench yet. Everything below comes from VIOFO's own published specifications, checked on 17 September 2026, and we say so wherever it matters.

What was the VIOFO T130?

The T130 3CH launched at the end of 2021 as VIOFO's rideshare camera. The main unit held a 2K front camera and a 1080p infrared cabin camera, with a separate 1080p rear camera. The cabin lens could be swivelled to record the driver's side window, and VIOFO's advice for right-hand drive cars like ours was to mount the camera upside down and adjust the settings in the app.

It was a clever, tidy camera for its time. But by 2026 standards it was showing its age. It had no HDR on any channel, its Wi-Fi was 2.4GHz only, and its sensors predate Sony STARVIS 2.

T130 vs T330 vs T340: the spec sheet

To keep this fair, the table compares the three-channel version of each camera. That is front, cabin and rear.

Specification	T130 3CH (outgoing)	T330 3CH	T340 3CH
Cabin camera location	Built into the main unit	Separate module	Built into the main unit
Front	2K 30fps, Sony IMX335 5MP	4K 30fps, Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678 8MP	4K 30fps, Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678 8MP
Cabin	1080p 30fps, infrared	2K 30fps, 210° fisheye, infrared, Sony STARVIS 2 IMX675 5MP	2K 30fps, 210° fisheye, infrared, OmniVision OS04J10 4MP
Rear	1080p 30fps, Sony STARVIS IMX291	2K 30fps, Sony STARVIS 2 IMX675 5MP	2K 30fps, Sony STARVIS 2 IMX675 5MP
HDR	None	All three channels	All three channels
Wi-Fi	2.4GHz	Wi-Fi 6, 2.4GHz and 5GHz	Wi-Fi 6, 2.4GHz and 5GHz
Parking modes	3: auto event, time-lapse, low bitrate	5: adds hybrid parking and low power impact detection	5: adds hybrid parking and low power impact detection
Hardwire kit	HK4	HK6-F	HK6-F
Voice control	Notifications only	Voice commands and notifications	Voice commands and notifications
Front CPL filter	CPL-200, optional	CPL-700, included	CPL-700, included
Screen	None	None	None
Max microSD card	512GB	512GB	512GB

What actually changed?

The front camera jumped from 2K to 4K

This is the headline. The T130's front camera recorded 2K on an older Sony IMX335 sensor. Both new cameras record 4K on the Sony STARVIS 2 IMX678, the same front sensor VIOFO uses in the A229 Pro. In plain terms, number plates further ahead of you are more likely to stay readable, especially at night. If you want the detail on why the sensor matters as much as the resolution, our Sony IMX335 vs STARVIS 2 IMX678 comparison covers exactly this jump.

HDR on every channel, where the T130 had none

For Australian drivers this might matter more than the resolution. HDR, or high dynamic range, balances bright sky and dark shadow in the same frame. Without it, a low winter sun or oncoming headlights can wash out the very plate you needed. The T130 had no HDR at all. The T330 and T340 run it on every channel in their three-channel versions. There is one catch on the four-channel T340s, which we cover below.

A sharper, wider cabin camera

The cabin camera goes from 1080p to 2K and gets a 210° fisheye lens with infrared LEDs for night recording. VIOFO says that wide view is designed to cover the whole cabin and the side windows at once. That is the job the T130's swivelling lens used to do, except now you do not have to choose which way to point it.

Much faster Wi-Fi

The T130 only had 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, which is slow when you are pulling a clip off the camera at the side of the road. Both new models have dual-band Wi-Fi 6 and work with the VIOFO Dashcam App. If you ever need to hand footage to police or an insurer quickly, this is a real everyday improvement.

Smarter parking mode

The new HK6-F hardwire kit unlocks two parking modes the T130 never had. Hybrid parking records normally when you first park, then drops into low power impact detection after a time, voltage or battery pack level you set. VIOFO's HK6-F listing quotes a standby draw of 0.39W, or 20mA at 12V. Our low power parking mode guide explains how the mode works.

The HK6-F also supports VIOFO's BP60 and BP100 battery packs, so you can run parking mode without touching the car battery at all.

What stayed the same?

No screen. All three are screenless barrels that tuck behind the mirror. You set them up and watch footage through the app. Not sure that suits you? Read dash cam with a screen or without.
Supercapacitor, not a battery, which is the right choice for a car parked in Australian sun. All three are rated from -20°C to 65°C.
Built-in GPS, for speed and location on your footage.
Bluetooth, with support for the optional BTR200 remote to lock a clip with one press.
Cards up to 512GB.

T330 or T340: what is the real difference?

This is the question most people will actually be asking, because the T130 is gone either way.

The T340: the cabin camera lives in the main unit

VIOFO describes the T340 3CH as three cameras in a two-piece system. The main unit holds the 4K front camera and the 2K infrared cabin camera, and a separate rear camera covers the back. That is the same layout as the T130, and it is why we see the T340 as the true replacement. Fewer pieces means a simpler install, and a single unit behind the mirror is less obvious to passengers than a separate cabin camera.

Two things to know before you buy:

The T340's cabin camera is not a Sony STARVIS 2. VIOFO's launch material says every channel uses STARVIS 2, but its own specification sheet lists the T340's built-in cabin camera as an OmniVision OS04J10 4MP sensor, paired with four infrared LEDs. The front and rear cameras are STARVIS 2. The T330's separate cabin camera is STARVIS 2.
The four-channel T340s cannot run HDR on every channel at once. On the T340 4CH and T340WW 4CH, VIOFO's specification says HDR can only be enabled on the front camera and one other channel while recording.

The T330: modular, and the only 4K 60fps option

The T330's main unit holds the front camera only. Everything else plugs in. In the 3CH version the cabin camera is its own module, so you can place it where it suits your car rather than where the main unit happens to sit. It uses a Sony STARVIS 2 sensor and runs HDR, like the front and rear.

The T330 also comes as a simple front and rear kit with no cabin camera at all. That T330 2CH is the only camera across both ranges that records 4K at 60 frames per second. Every other T330 and T340 configuration records 4K at 30fps. If you are not sure whether 60fps is worth it for you, 4K or 60fps walks through it.

Every T330 and T340 configuration, decoded

VIOFO sells twelve versions between the two ranges. The letters tell you what is in the box. W means a waterproof exterior rear camera, WW means two of them, and T means a telephoto camera with 4x optical zoom for reading plates further down the road.

Model	Cameras	Front frame rate	Suits
T330 2CH	Front and rear	4K 60fps	Road footage only, at the highest frame rate
T330 3CH	Front, rear and separate cabin	4K 30fps	Rideshare, with flexible cabin placement
T330T 3CH	Front, rear and telephoto	4K 30fps	Plates further ahead, no cabin
T330W 2CH	Front and waterproof rear	4K 30fps	Utes, canopies and trailers
T330W 3CH	Front, waterproof rear and cabin	4K 30fps	Work utes that carry passengers
T330WW 3CH	Front and two waterproof exterior cameras	4K 30fps	Trucks and larger vehicles
T330TW 3CH	Front, telephoto and waterproof rear	4K 30fps	Plate reach plus an outside rear camera
T340 3CH	Front, built-in cabin and rear	4K 30fps	The straight T130 replacement
T340W 3CH	Front, built-in cabin and IP67 waterproof rear	4K 30fps	Passenger vehicles with an outside rear camera
T340 4CH	Front, built-in cabin, telephoto and rear	4K 30fps	Rideshare drivers who also want plate reach
T340WW 4CH	Front, built-in cabin and two waterproof exterior cameras	4K 30fps	Buses, vans and heavy vehicles with passengers
T340TW 4CH	Front, built-in cabin, telephoto and waterproof rear	4K 30fps	Everything at once

New to waterproof rear cameras? Our waterproof rear dash cam guide explains when you need one and how it mounts. For a zoom lens, the A329T review shows what telephoto recording is like to live with.

Which one should you buy?

If you drive for Uber, DiDi or Ola, the T340 3CH is the natural pick. It keeps the T130's all-in-one layout with a much better cabin view. Before you record passengers, read our guide to rideshare dash cam laws in Australia and whether you can record audio in your state.

If you want a STARVIS 2 sensor on every channel, or your car's layout makes a single unit awkward, go the T330 3CH and place the cabin camera separately.

If you do not need a cabin camera, the T330 2CH gives you the sharpest road footage in either range at 4K 60fps.

If the rear camera is going outside on a ute, canopy or trailer, pick a W model. For a truck, look at the WW versions, and our truck dash cam guide covers the practical side.

Pro Tip: whichever you choose, budget for the HK6-F hardwire kit if you want parking mode. The T130's HK4 is not listed as compatible with either new camera.

Are the T330 and T340 available in Australia?

Yes, we stock both ranges, as genuine Australian stock with local warranty support. Every configuration is linked in the table above, along with the HK6-F hardwire kit. Not sure which one suits your car? Get in touch and we will point you to the right one.

If you are still weighing them up against VIOFO's other three-channel cameras, these are the closest alternatives:

The VIOFO A329S 3CH for front, cabin and rear coverage. See our A329S review.
The VIOFO A229 Pro 3CH for the same job a rung down the range. See our A229 Pro review.
The VIOFO A329S 2CH IR if you want the road ahead and the cabin, but no rear camera.

If you are tempted to import one from overseas instead, read VIOFO warranty in Australia first. Who you buy from decides who handles your warranty.

Already own a T130?

There is no need to rush. A T130 that is recording reliably is still doing its job. If you do upgrade, plan on replacing a few accessories as well. The new cameras list the HK6-F hardwire kit rather than the HK4. They ship with a CPL-700 front filter rather than taking the CPL-200. The optional rear filter moves from CPL-300 to CPL-600. Your high-endurance microSD card is the one thing likely to carry over, since all three support cards up to 512GB. Our VIOFO SD card guide covers which cards VIOFO recommends.

One thing to check before installing: VIOFO published right-hand drive mounting advice for the T130, but we have not seen equivalent guidance for the T330 or T340 yet. We will update this page when we do.

Frequently asked questions

Do the VIOFO T330 and T340 have a screen?

No. Both are screenless, like the T130. You change settings and review footage through the VIOFO Dashcam App over Wi-Fi.

Which one directly replaces the T130?

The T340. Like the T130, it builds the cabin camera into the main unit. The T330 is a more modular design with a separate cabin camera.

Is every T340 camera a Sony STARVIS 2 sensor?

Not according to VIOFO's specification sheet. The front, rear, telephoto and waterproof cameras are STARVIS 2, but the built-in cabin camera is an OmniVision OS04J10 4MP sensor with infrared LEDs.

Do I need a hardwire kit for parking mode?

Yes. VIOFO lists the HK6-F as the hardwire kit for both ranges, and it is needed for parking-mode power. It is sold separately. Our guide to hardwiring a dash cam in Australia walks through the job.

Which is best for a rideshare driver?

For most, the T340 3CH. It records the road ahead, the full cabin and the rear in a tidy two-piece install. Our best dash cam for Uber and rideshare drivers guide compares it with the other options.