Machine Vision Global Market Report 2024

The machine vision market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $17.49 billion in 2023 to $19.01 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The expansion observed in the historical period can be attributed to the growing need for quality inspection and automation, rapid urbanization, the swift adoption of technology, and robust economic growth in emerging markets.

The machine vision market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $27.29 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.5%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing urbanization, the rise of smart cities, and technological advances. Key trends expected in the forecast period involve the adoption of vision-guided robotic systems, the use of smart cameras and image processing, the integration of Industry 4.0 and the Internet of Things (IoT), and the implementation of cyber-physical systems (CPS).

The anticipated rise in demand for artificial intelligence is set to propel the growth of the machine vision market. Artificial Intelligence (AI) involves computer systems simulating human intelligence processes. In the context of machine vision, AI significantly enhances capabilities, leading to improved accuracy, efficiency, and versatility. Notably, as of January 2022, the Government Digital Service in the UK projects a considerable increase in overall spending on AI technologies, estimating a rise from $20.25 billion in 2020 to $101.26 billion in 2040. Thus, the escalating demand for artificial intelligence is a driving force behind the growth of the machine vision market.

The increasing reliance on e-commerce is expected to contribute significantly to the growth of the machine vision market. E-commerce, or electronic commerce, involves online buying and selling of products and services. Machine vision integration in e-commerce brings automation, efficiency, enhanced security, and improved customer experiences, making vital contributions to the success and competitiveness of online businesses. For instance, according to the International Trade Administration in September 2022, consumer eCommerce constitutes 30% of the UK's overall retail industry, up from 20% in 2020, generating over $120 billion in annual sales. In 2021, 82% of people in the UK made at least one online purchase. Therefore, the increasing demand for e-commerce is a driving factor for the growth of the machine vision market.

A prominent trend gaining traction in the machine vision market is the utilization of vision-guided robotic systems. These systems combine robotic applications with the assistance of a machine vision system, where a robotic arm receives precise coordinates from a specialized camera that captures and analyzes images of objects. For instance, in February 2022, Basler AG, a Europe-based manufacturer of computer vision applications, introduced an industrial-grade stereo camera series to its product portfolio. These cameras utilize vision-guided robotic systems for object identification and bin picking, with various model variants available in monochrome and color versions.

Manufacturers in the machine vision industry are increasingly integrating Industry 4.0 into their products, providing higher productivity and enhanced quality. In May 2021, Vision Systems Design, a US-based manufacturer of machine vision, introduced iENSO, an IoT-embedded vision designed to offer comprehensive solutions for businesses aiming to incorporate vision data into their products to increase value and profits. This includes integrated hardware, image processing, Edge AI, secure cloud connectivity, and manufacturing-specific options.

In November 2021, Standard AI, a global leader in computer vision for retail, acquired ThirdEye Labs for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition expands the capabilities of the Standard AI platform, contributing to the advancement of the future of autonomous retail. ThirdEye Labs, a US-based computer vision company, is integral to this development.

Major companies operating in the machine vision market report are Cognex Corporation, Keyence Corp., Omron Corporation, Sony Corporation, Teledyne Technologies, ISRA Vision AG, Basler AG, Sick AG, Intel Corporation, Texas Instruments, Naver, IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH, Tordivel AS, Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics, SK Hynix, Azure Photonics, OPT Machine Vision Tech, Hangzhou Contrastech Co. Ltd., Ningbo Hi-Tech S-View Technology Co. Ltd., Stemmer Imaging, Sking Intelligent Equipment, Panasonic, Changchun UpOptotech, Daheng New Epoch Technology, Hunan Chinasun Pharmaceutical Machinery, DALSA, BitFlow, Datalogic, Hikvision, Banner, Baumer, TKH Group, Allied Vision Technologies GmbH, Microscan Systems, Inc., Euclid Labs, Stermedia, Alphamoon, Sigmoidal, Neoteric, Miquido, Merixstudio, Intetics Inc., Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Huawei, WEG, Pix Force, Meerkat Computer Vision, MVisia, IntelliSite, Deep Vision, LMI Technologies Inc., Garmin Ltd., Autoliv Inc., and Magna International, Continental AG, Flir Systems, Inc., National Instruments Corporation, Optotune Ag, Perceptron, Inc., USS Vision, Inc., JAI A/S.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the machine vision market in 2023. The regions covered in the machine vision market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the machine vision market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The main types of products in machine vision include PC-based and smart camera-based systems. PC-based machine vision systems comprise a PC with an operating system, and it interfaces with connected cameras through a frame grabber or Ethernet card to import images. The images are then analyzed using software on the PC, which makes decisions and sends data such as pass/fail information to another system. The offerings in machine vision systems include hardware, software, and services, deployed in general machine vision systems and robotic cells. These systems find applications in quality assurance and inspection, positioning and guidance, measurement, identification, and predictive maintenance. They are implemented across various sectors, including automotive, pharmaceuticals and chemicals, electronics and semiconductors, pulp and paper, printing and labeling, food and beverage, postal and logistics, and others.

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The machine vision market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing machine vision devices, software, and services such as presence inspection, binary processing, blob analysis, practical positioning, and flaw detection that enable manufacturers to realize the improved process and product quality and system performance. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The machine market also includes sales of lighting and machine vision system, back lighting, defuse lighting, partial bright field lighting, dark field lighting, vision lens, image sensors, vision processing units, communication systems, and cameras. 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.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.