3D Sensor Market Report 2026

The 3D sensor market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $5.31 billion in 2025 to $6.58 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 24%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in early consumer electronics sensing, expansion of gaming and gesture recognition technologies, rising use in automotive safety systems, adoption in basic industrial automation, development of initial surveillance applications.

The 3D sensor market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.24 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption in autonomous vehicles, rising deployment in robotics and automation, expansion of immersive digital experiences, growth in advanced security sensing, development of high-precision industrial 3D sensors. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of AI-enhanced depth sensing systems, expansion of IoT-enabled 3D sensor networks, development of advanced ar/vr interaction sensors, integration of autonomous navigation sensing platforms, advancement of high-speed data-driven 3D processing technologies.

The burgeoning demand for smartphones is anticipated to be a significant driver of growth in the 3D sensor market. A smartphone, a handheld device integrating computational abilities and various features beyond conventional telephony, operates on an embedded operating system, facilitates online navigation, and runs diverse software programs. Within smartphones, 3D sensors serve numerous purposes, including three-dimensional face recognition, precise augmented reality implementation, improved photo quality via background blur, enhanced autofocus, and calibration. This surge in smartphone usage markedly boosts the demand for 3D sensorsFor example, in February 2023, a report by Uswitch Limited, a UK-based online and telephone comparison service provider, indicated that the UK recorded 71.8 million active mobile connections in 2022. By 2025, the country’s population is forecast to reach 68.3 million, with an estimated 95% of individuals expected to own a smartphone. Hence, the escalating demand for smartphones remains a pivotal driver for the growth of the 3D sensor market.

Major companies operating in the 3D sensor market are prioritizing the development of real-time depth-sensing and on-chip processing to deliver faster and more precise recognition of objects and people across automotive, consumer, and industrial applications. Real-time depth-sensing and on-chip processing involve sensors instantly capturing three-dimensional spatial information and processing it directly within the chip, enabling rapid analysis and response without depending on external processors. For instance, in July 2024, Nuvoton Technology Corporation Japan (NTCJ), a Japan-based semiconductor company, began mass production of a 1/4-inch VGA (640×480) resolution 3D TOF sensor featuring an integrated distance-calculation circuit and image-signal processor capable of outputting 3D and IR images at up to 120 fps. The sensor provides precise distance measurements even in extremely bright environments (up to 100,000 lux), minimizes motion blur by calculating distance in a single frame, incorporates ASIL-B functional safety mechanisms for automotive applications, and comes with reference circuits and an SDK to support rapid module development for use cases such as occupant monitoring, smart locks, XR headsets, AMRs, and cargo measurement.

In April 2025, Kraken Robotics Inc., a Canada-based marine technology enterprise, acquired 3D at Depth Inc. for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition enhances Kraken’s subsea intelligence offering by combining 3D at Depth’s advanced subsea LiDAR imaging with Kraken’s synthetic aperture sonar and sub-bottom imaging technologies. 3D at Depth Inc. is a US-based producer of 3D sensors.

Major companies operating in the 3D sensor market are Infineon Technologies AG, Microchip Technology Inc., OmniVision Technologies Inc., PMD Technologies AG, Sony Corporation, Keyence Corporation, Cognex Corporation, IFM Electronic GmbH, Intel Corporation, LMI Technologies Inc., Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Occipital Inc., Qualcomm Inc., Sick AG, ASUSTeK Computer Inc., Finisar Corporation, Microsoft Corporation, Panasonic Holdings Corporation, Leuze Electronic Pvt. Ltd., Softkinetic Systems S.A., Texas Instruments Incorporated, STMicroelectronics NV, AMS AG, Teledyne DALSA Inc., Velodyne Lidar Inc., Quanergy Systems Inc., FARO Technologies Inc., KandaoVR Inc., Mantis Vision Ltd., Orbbec 3D Technology International Inc., Stereolabs Inc., Vayyar Imaging Ltd., Zivid AS, Photoneo s.r.o., Luminar Technologies Inc., RealWear Inc., Xsens B.V., Creaform Inc.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have impacted the 3D sensors market by increasing costs for semiconductor wafers, infrared emitters, optical components, and MEMS devices sourced from global suppliers. Consumer electronics, automotive, and industrial robotics sectors in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America are particularly affected due to reliance on cross-border components. However, tariffs are driving local production of sensing modules, diversification of supply chains, and investment in alternative optical materials, ultimately improving long-term resilience and fostering innovation in high-performance 3D sensing technologies.

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Three-dimensional (3D) sensors are devices designed to electrically measure length, breadth, and depth, utilizing this information to enhance interactions between humans, technologies, and the surrounding environment. The technology behind 3D sensing allows machines to perceive people and objects in a realistic and tangible manner, achieved through the utilization of near-infrared light reflection, geometric principles, photography, and advanced processing power.

The primary types of 3D sensors encompass image sensors, position sensors, acoustic sensors, accelerometers, and various others. Image sensors are electronic components responsible for converting optical images into electrical signals. Various technologies, including stereo vision, structured light, time of flight, ultrasound, and others, are employed in these sensors. They are interconnected through wired or wireless means and find applications across diverse industries such as consumer electronics, healthcare, aerospace and defense, industrial robotics, entertainment, automotive, security and surveillance, and other end-user domains.North America was the largest region in the 3D sensor market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the 3D sensor market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the 3D sensor market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the 3D sensor market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The 3D sensor market consists of sales of infrared (IR) light sources, diffusers, controlling optics, depth cameras, and customized firmware. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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