Global Multispectral Camera Market is valued at approximately USD 1.9 billion in 2022 and is anticipated to grow with a healthy growth rate of more than 9.4% during the forecast period 2023-2030. Advanced imaging devices known as multispectral cameras excel in capturing images across various wavelengths in the electromagnetic spectrum. The heightened demand for precise and clear images has significantly propelled the multispectral camera market. The increasing adoption of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) as carriers for multispectral cameras, coupled with the expanding availability of open-source software, further amplifies the market’s growth in the present landscape. The market growth is driven by key factors such as the growing popularity of UAVs and the increasing availability of open-source software.
As per Statista, the projected market value for commercial drones, commonly known as commercial Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), is anticipated to reach approximately USD 13 billion y 2025. The current production worth in the commercial UAV sector specifically for mini-UAVs is valued at USD 58.4 million. The escalating interest in UAV utilization is discernible through the increasing deployment initiatives by numerous countries worldwide. The global research and development budget dedicated to drone technology is estimated to reach nearly USD 4 billion by the year 2020. furthermore, Amazon is world’s leading online retailer, which envisages integrating approximately 450,000 drones into its delivery fleet by 2020, as part of its proposed “Amazon Prime Air” service. However, the high cost of cameras and government regulations in the field of airplanes over the distribution of cameras stifle market growth throughout the forecast period of 2023-2030.
The key regions considered for the Global Multispectral Camera Market study includes Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. North America has consistently dominated the market share, driven by a substantial demand for multispectral cameras, particularly in sectors related to the environment and defense. The United States stands out as the largest market in North America, providing a significant platform for numerous companies to validate their innovations and research, thereby establishing itself as a substantial marketplace for manufacturers. With increasing demand, the market has witnessed the entry of more companies. Additionally, the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is anticipated to witness the most rapid growth in the market. Factors such as intricate and varied terrain heightened concerns about border security, technological advancements, and integration with artificial intelligence (AI) and other sensors collectively contribute to the widespread adoption of multispectral cameras across the region.
Major market player included in this report are:
Spectra Vista Corporation (United States)
TruTag Technologies, Inc. (United States)
Telops Inc. (Canada)
Photon etc. (Canada)
IMEC (Belgium)
Optronis GmbH (Germany)
Cubert GmbH (Germany)
LemnaTec GmbH (Germany)
Ximea GmbH (Germany)
Raptor Photonics Ltd. (United Kingdom)
Recent Developments in the Market:
Ø In October 2023, Leonardo DRS introduced the EMIR-SR multispectral camera designed for high-resolution aerial Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions.
Ø In November 2023, L3Harris Technologies secured a USD 51.6 million contract from the US Army to provide Viper Long-Range Reconnaissance Pods (LRRP), incorporating multispectral sensors for enhanced intelligence gathering and long-range target identification.
Ø In December 2023, Airbus Defense and Space received a USD 97.65 million contract from the French Army to supply EUROFLIR 410M multispectral targeting pods for deployment on Tiger attack helicopters. These pods, equipped with high-resolution visible and infrared imagers, contribute to target identification and situational awareness.
Ø In December 2023, the EUROFLIR 410M/Airbus Defence and Space targeting pod was unveiled, equipping the French Army’s Tiger attack helicopters with advanced capabilities for precise threat identification in challenging scenarios.
Ø In May 2023, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) secured a contract from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) to deliver 12 multispectral observation pods for its SH-60J Seahawk helicopters, enhancing observational capabilities.
Global Multispectral Camera Market Report Scope:
ü Historical Data – 2020 – 2021
ü Base Year for Estimation – 2022
ü Forecast period – 2023-2030
ü Report Coverage – Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
ü Segments Covered – Cooling Technology, Image Spectrum, Application, End-user, Region
ü Regional Scope – North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa
ü Customization Scope – Free report customization (equivalent up to 8 analyst’s working hours) with purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional & segment scope*
The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values to the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within countries involved in the study.
The report also caters detailed information about the crucial aspects such as driving factors & challenges which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it also incorporates potential opportunities in micro markets for stakeholders to invest along with the detailed analysis of competitive landscape and product offerings of key players. The detailed segments and sub-segment of the market are explained below:
By Cooling Technology:
Cooled
Uncooled
By Image Spectrum:
Visible light/Near Infrared
Short – wave infrared
Mid – wave infrared
Long – wave infrared
By Application:
Defence
Commercial
Survey Mapping
Environmental monitoring
Life science and medical diagnostics
By End-user:
Man-portable
Pay Load
By Region:
North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
UK
Germany
France
Spain
Italy
ROE
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
RoAPAC
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa