Global 3D Sensor Market Size to worth USD 25.6 Billion by 2033: Market Insight Report

Global 3D Sensor Market Size to worth USD 25.6 Billion by 2033

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the Global 3D Sensor Market Size is Expected to Grow from USD 7.2 Billion in 2023 to USD 25.6 Billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 13.52% during the forecast period 2023-2033.  

Browse key industry insights spread across 210 pages with 110 Market data tables and figures & charts from the report on the Global 3D Sensor Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Type (Image Sensor, Accelerometer Sensor, Position Sensor, and Others), By Technology (Structured Light, Time of Flight, Stereoscopic Vision, Ultrasound, and Others), By End-Use (Consumer Electronics, Healthcare, Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, and Others), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2023 – 2033.           

A 3D sensor is a device that measures the distance to or orientation of an object in three dimensions. The process of 3D sensing involves obtaining data on the length, width, and depth information electronically to improve the interfaces between humans, devices, and the world. The incorporation of 3D sensors in smartphones and tablets is offering lucrative market growth opportunities for 3D sensor. Further, there is a development of next-generation 3D sensing hardware as well as the development and commercialization of 3D imaging and sensing hardware by the key market players. The increasing demand for 3D sensors in industries such as consumer electronics, automotive, healthcare, and industrial automation is driving the 3D sensor market. The expanding application of 3D sensor technology for facial recognition, augmented reality, and autonomous are propelling the market growth. On the contrary, the lack of product differentiation and heavy maintenance costs are hampering the global 3D sensor market.

The image sensor segment is expected to dominate the market with the largest share during the forecast period.

Based on the type, the global 3D sensor market is divided into image sensor, accelerometer sensor, position sensor, and others. Among these, the image sensor segment is expected to dominate the market with the largest share during the forecast period. The image sensor component is commonly used in standalone or integrated digital cameras and imaging equipment.

The structured light segment dominated the market with the largest market share in 2023.

Based on the technology, the global 3D sensor market is divided into structured light, time of flight, stereoscopic vision, ultrasound, and others. Among these, the structured light segment dominated the market with the largest market share in 2023. A structured 3D sensor device measures the 3D shape of an object by projecting light patterns onto it and capturing deformation with cameras.

The consumer electronics segment accounted for the largest share of the global 3D sensor market in 2023.

Based on the end-use, the global 3D sensor market is divided into consumer electronics, healthcare, aerospace & defense, automotive, and others. Among these, the consumer electronics segment accounted for the largest share of the global 3D sensor market in 2023. Consumer electronics such as laptops, smartphones, and televisions commonly use 3D sensors. Wearable technology incorporates 3D sensors in addition to nanotechnology.

North America is projected to hold the largest share of the global 3D sensor market over the forecast period.

North America is projected to hold the largest share of the global 3D sensor market over the forecast period. The region’s advanced technological infrastructure, significant investment in R&D, and the presence of leading technology companies are all contributing to driving the market in the region. The growing demand for 3D sensors in consumer electronics and automotive sectors is driving the market. Further, the adoption of smartphone devices in the US is responsible for escalating the market demand for 3D sensor.

Asia Pacific is predicted to grow at the fastest CAGR in the 3D sensor market over the forecast period. The adoption of augmented reality and virtual reality technology in gaming, entertainment, and industrial applications is driving the market growth. The growing automotive industry in countries like China and India is propelling the 3D sensor market. Further, technological advancements, industrial development, and growing consumer demand for innovative products & solutions are responsible for propelling the market.

Competitive Analysis

Major key players in the 3D sensor market include LMI Technologies, Infineon Technologies AG, Intel Corporation, Occipital Inc., SoftKinetic SA, Samsung, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., Sick AG, OmniVision Technologies, XYZ Interactive Technologies, Panasonic Corporation, Cognex Corporation, and Others.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent Developments

• In May 2024, Omnivision introduced the new OX05D10 5-megapixel (MP) CMOS image sensor with TheiaCel technology, providing high LED flicker mitigation (LFM) without sacrificing image quality. The OX05D10 image sensor targets automotive use cases where high dynamic range (HDR), low-light performance, and LFM are critical.

• In February 2024, STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, announced an all-in-one, direct Time-of-Flight (dToF) 3D LiDAR (Light Detection And Ranging) module with market-leading 2.3k resolution, and revealed an early design win for the world's smallest 500k-pixel indirect Time-of-Flight (iToF) sensor.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2023 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the global 3D sensor market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Global 3D Sensor Market, By Type

• Image Sensor
• Accelerometer Sensor
• Position Sensor
• Others

Global 3D Sensor Market, By Technology

• Structured Light
• Time of Flight
• Stereoscopic Vision
• Ultrasound
• Others

Global 3D Sensor Market, By End-Use

• Consumer Electronics
• Healthcare
• Aerospace & Defense
• Automotive
• Others

Global 3D Sensor Market, Regional Analysis

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • Uk
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa