Product Details
The Garmin Varia Vue combines a powerful front headlight with advanced 4K camera recording, delivering comprehensive visibility and front-facing incident documentation for serious cyclists. This integrated system provides up to 600 lumens of illumination while simultaneously capturing crisp 4K video, creating a complete solution for riders who prioritize both safety and reliable ride recording.
The Varia Vue headlight features multiple light modes with intelligent auto brightness control that adjusts output based on riding speed and ambient light conditions. A thoughtfully engineered cutoff beam design limits light above the cutoff line, reducing glare and preserving the vision of oncoming drivers, pedestrians, and other cyclists. This balance ensures riders remain highly visible without compromising the safety of others sharing the road.
The integrated 4K camera captures detailed, high-resolution video suitable for incident documentation and post-ride review. A built-in concealed microphone records clear audio to complement visual footage, while intelligent incident detection automatically saves video before, during, and after detected events. This ensures critical moments are preserved without requiring rider interaction during stressful situations.
Battery performance delivers up to 7 hours of operation in day flash mode with camera recording enabled, supporting long rides and extended adventures. The Varia Vue integrates seamlessly with compatible Garmin Edge cycling computers and mounting systems, allowing riders to adjust light and camera settings directly from the head unit. The Garmin Varia smartphone app provides full control of camera and lighting functions, along with video management and editing capabilities.
For complete situational coverage, the Varia Vue pairs with the Varia RCT715 radar camera tail light to record synchronized rear-facing footage alongside front-facing video. Garmin Vault subscription service, available through the Varia app, offers secure cloud storage and automatic Wi-Fi uploads for saved incident footage. The system requires a memory card (not included) and supports a wide range of storage capacities, with compatibility for Edge Flush Out-Front mounts for clean cockpit integration.
Key Features
- 4K Video Recording with Incident Detection - High-resolution footage automatically saved before, during, and after detected events with integrated microphone
- 600-Lumen Headlight with Smart Cutoff Beam - Auto brightness control adapts to speed and conditions while minimizing glare for oncoming traffic
- 7-Hour Battery Life - Extended operation in day flash mode with camera recording and Edge computer integration
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 3.6" x 2.4" x 1.3" (92 x 60 x 33 mm) |
| Weight | 7.0 oz (200 g) |
| Light Modes | High, Medium, Low, Night Flash, Day Flash |
| Light Output (Lumens) |
550 (High) 300 (Medium) 140 (Low) 400 (Night Flash) 600 (Day Flash) |
| Water Rating | IPX7 |
| Battery Life |
1080p30 recording: 1.5 hrs (High) 2.5 hrs (Medium / Night Flash) 4.5 hrs (Low) 7 hrs (Day Flash) 9 hrs (Camera only) 4K recording: 1.25 hrs (High) 2 hrs (Medium / Night Flash) 3.5 hrs (Low) 5 hrs (Day Flash) 6 hrs (Camera only) |
| Visibility Distance | Up to 1 mile (1.6 km) |
| Integrated Camera | Yes |
| Smart Headlight | Yes |
| ANT+® | Yes (bike lights, camera control) |
| Bluetooth® (BLE) | Yes (bike lights, camera control) |
| Wi-Fi® | Yes |
| Memory Card Support |
microSD™ card required (sold separately) Minimum 8 GB, Class 10 or faster Supports up to 512 GB |
| Camera Modes |
Continuous Off Radar-activated (when paired with compatible Varia™ rearview radar) |
| Camera Resolution | 4K30, 1440p30, 1080p30, 1080p60 |
| Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) | Yes |
| Accelerometer | Autolocks footage upon incident detection |
| GPS Data in Video | Yes (when paired with compatible Garmin Edge®, Garmin smartwatch, or Varia™ app) |
| Camera Control | Garmin Edge® bike computers, select Garmin smartwatches, Varia™ app |
| Vault Video Storage Support | Yes |
| App Compatibility | Varia™ app (light control, camera control, video transfer) |