Global 3D Imaging Market is estimated to reach $26 billion by 2024; growing at a CAGR of 23.7% from 2016 to 2024. 3D imaging is a three-dimensional image creating the optical illusion of depth. It is widely used in the field of anatomy, bioengineering, geology, dentistry, and radiology, among others. Moreover, 3D imaging has a common-place in the medical field, used for pre-natal observations, and diagnosis of ailments, among others. An international organization known as ASTM International has established standards that will provide a proper procedure to specify and evaluate the performance of 3D imaging systems. These standards provide valuable information to various manufacturers, design professionals, academia and others.

Introduction of 3D imaging technology into products like cameras, smartphone, gaming and among others coupled with modernization of technology fuel the growth of the market. Moreover, adoption of technology in various industries such as security, media, and defense could also support the growth of the 3D imaging market. However, high cost of 3D imaging software and machines may hinder the growth of the market. Furthermore, technological advancements such as emergence of 4D imaging technology would provide growth opportunities in the upcoming years.

The global 3D imaging market is segmented based on the product type, application, end-use industry and geography. By product type, it is further segmented into 3D cameras (time of flight, stereo vision and structured light), sonography (sonars and ultrasound), smartphone and others. Image sensors are segmented into CMOS and CCD. Applications can be segmented into 3D scanning, 3D modeling, layout & animation, 3D rendering and image reconstruction. Furthermore, end-use industry is segmented into entertainment, industrial applications, healthcare, architecture & engineering, security & surveillance and others.

By geography the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and rest of the world (RoW). The U.S., Canada and Mexico are covered under North America wherein Europe covers U.K., Italy, France, Germany and Rest of Europe. Asia-Pacific covers China, India, Japan, Oceania and Rest of Asia Pacific. Rest of the World (RoW) covers South America, Middle East and Africa.

Key market players include Microsoft Corporation, Google Inc., Toshiba America Medical Systems Inc., GE Healthcare Company, North Grumman Corporation, Siemens Healthcare, Stemmer Imaging Ltd., Apple Inc., Sony Corporation, Konica Minolta, Inc., TomTec Imaging Systems GmbH, Lockheed Martin Corporation and Frontop Digital Technology Co., among others.

The key takeaways from the report

• The report will provide detailed analysis of 3D Imaging Market with respect to major segments such as product type, image sensors, application and end-use industry
• The report will include the qualitative and quantitative analysis with market estimation over 2015-2024 and compound annual growth rate (CAGR) between 2016 and 2024
• Comprehensive analysis of market dynamics including factors and opportunities will be provided in the report
• An exhaustive regional analysis of 3D Imaging Market has been included in the report
• Profile of the key players of the 3D imaging market will be provided, which include key financials, product & services, new developments, and business strategies

Scope of 3D Imaging Market

Product Type Segments

• Sonography
  • Sonars
  • Ultrasound
  • 3D Cameras
    • Time Of Flight
    • Stereo Vision
    • Structured Light
    • Smartphone
    • Others

Image Sensors Segments

• CMOS
• CCD

Application Segments

• 3D Scanning
• Layout & Animation
• 3D Modeling
• 3D Rendering
• Image Reconstruction

End-Use Industry Segments

• Architecture & Engineering
• Industrial Applications
• Entertainment
• Healthcare
• Security & Surveillance
• Others

Geography Segments

• North America
• US
• Canada
• Mexico
• Europe
• U.K.
• Italy
• France
• Germany
• Others
• Asia-Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Others
• RoW
• South America
• Middle East
• Africa