LG Innotek Unveils Game-Changing RGB-IR In-Cabin Camera

LG Innotek aims to reach $1.4 billion in automotive sensing revenue by 2030, driven by its advanced RGB-IR In-Cabin Camera. This technology enhances driver monitoring, improves safety, and provides more design flexibility for vehicles.

FREMONT CA,: LG Innotek has introduced a groundbreaking automotive RGB-IR In-Cabin Camera module designed to revolutionize passenger and driver monitoring systems. With this innovation, the company aims to establish a strong presence in the automotive sensing market, targeting revenue of USD 1.4 billion by 2030.

The newly developed camera module features a five-megapixel RGB (red, green, blue)-IR (infrared) sensor, designed for versatile installation within vehicles, such as on the rearview mirror or above passenger seats. It monitors driver alertness, detects drowsiness, and assesses passenger conditions in real-time, including seatbelt usage across both front and rear rows.

This initiative aligns with the increasing global emphasis on vehicle safety, as highlighted by Europe’s mandate for Driver Monitoring Systems (DMS) starting in 2025, and similar regulations under consideration in the United States and Japan.

High-Performance Features Set New Standards

The RGB-IR In-Cabin Camera module offers significant advancements over conventional systems that often require multiple cameras to manage driver and occupant monitoring. LG Innotek’s single-camera solution achieves these functions more efficiently thanks to its enhanced resolution and field of view.

With a resolution of five megapixels—five times higher than existing models—the module delivers superior image clarity, enabling precise occupant monitoring and advanced entertainment features like video calls and conferencing. Its infrared capabilities allow it to function effectively even in low-light conditions, making it particularly valuable for nighttime monitoring.

Additionally, the module boasts a Horizontal Field of View (HFOV) of 143˚, more than double that of traditional models. This wide-angle capability provides comprehensive coverage of both front and second-row seats, ensuring seamless monitoring from multiple angles.

Compact Design Enhances Vehicle Space Utilization

A standout feature of the RGB-IR In-Cabin Camera module is its compact size, achieved through LG Innotek’s proprietary “wedge bonding” process. This innovative manufacturing technique eliminates the need for bulky heating components, reducing the module size by 15 percent compared to conventional designs.

The minimized dimensions provide automakers with greater design flexibility and improved vehicle space utilization, a key factor in adoption by global automotive manufacturers.

Driving Innovation across Automotive Sensing Solutions

LG Innotek is expanding its portfolio to include high-performance camera modules and LiDAR systems for interior and exterior vehicle applications. The introduction of the RGB-IR In-Cabin Camera module follows the launch of other flagship products, such as advanced heating camera modules and LiDAR systems, which are being actively marketed to customers in North America and Europe.

Moon Hyuksoo, CEO of LG Innotek, highlighted that the vehicle sensing solutions sector, encompassing camera modules and LiDAR, is a key component of the company’s autonomous driving initiatives. LG Innotek aims to expand this business to USD 1.4 billion by 2030.

Market Potential and Future Roadmap

The global automotive camera module market is projected to grow significantly. According to S&P Global, the market is expected to increase from USD 6.923 billion in 2023 to USD 10.769 billion by 2030, reflecting an average annual growth rate of 7 percent. LG Innotek plans to leverage this growth with innovations like an all-weather high-performance camera module featuring advanced heating and cleaning functionalities.

The company will showcase its RGB-IR In-Cabin Camera module and other innovations at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 in Las Vegas this January. With its state-of-the-art technology and strategic roadmap, LG Innotek is poised to be pivotal in advancing automotive safety and driving innovation in the global market.