Night Vision Device Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast Segmented By Type (Camera, Goggles, Rifle Scope, Monoculars and Binoculars), By Technology (Thermal Imaging, Image Intensifier, Infrared Illumination), By Application (Military and Defense, Wildlife Spotting and Conservation, Surveillance, Navigation), By Region, and By Competition 2019-2029

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Summary

Report Description


Forecast Period

2025-2029

Market Size (2023)

USD 8.89 Billion

CAGR (2024-2029)

17.11 %

Fastest Growing Segment

Surveillance Applications 

Largest Market

North America





Market Overview

Global Night Vision Device Market was valued at USD 8.89 Billion in 2023 and is anticipated to project robust growth in the forecast period with a CAGR of 17.11% through 2029. Night vision devices are more dominantly applied in the military and defense industry. Over the years, countries around the world have been increasing their military and defense budgets significantly, which is estimated to drive the market for night vision devices. 

Additionally, night vision devices are increasingly being adopted by law enforcement agencies for conducting training activities to ensure the mission-ready status of military troops. 

Key Market Drivers

Growing Thermal Imaging and Infrared Technologies Projects

With the rapid advancement of thermal imaging and infrared technologies, optics manufacturers continue to enhance their products to compete in high-demand areas, such as night vision devices. Wearable night vision equipment, such as enhanced night vision goggles (ENVG), which incorporate thermal imaging into their design, continue to increase as technology advances rapidly. Helmet-mounted goggles, cameras, and other thermal devices have been at the forefront of the market. Still, night vision goggles are expected to be the application to watch as the market develops.

Companies like BAE Systems PLC and L3Harris Communication, among others, are a few companies having a contract from the US Army and are developing night vision devices to gain increased revenue. However, as these devices are subjected to costly maintenance, it is restricting the market growth to an extent.

To expand the business in different regions and capture a wide market share, companies are constantly acquiring or partnering with other firms. For instance, in January 2022, EOTECH, an optical technology company based in Ann Arbor, purchased Intevac Inc.'s photonics division from Santa Clara, Calif., for USD 100 million.

The COVID-19 scenario has positively impacted the market growth. As most businesses are switching to remote working models, the demand for webcams has gone up significantly. Employees are finding webcams as a crucial accessory in video conferencing to upgrade from the low quality of laptop-embedded cameras.



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Key Market Challenges

Cost Constraints:

Night vision systems often come with a high price tag, limiting their adoption in certain sectors and regions. Reducing production costs without compromising quality remains a significant challenge for manufacturers.

Regulatory Compliance:

Stringent regulatory requirements, especially in the defense sector, can hinder the development and deployment of night vision systems. Ensuring compliance with international standards while meeting specific customer needs is a delicate balancing act. Night vision systems may face limitations in extreme environmental conditions, such as heavy rain, fog, or adverse weather, affecting their reliability. Overcoming these limitations is crucial to expanding the range of applications and increasing the systems' adaptability.

Cybersecurity Concerns:

As night vision systems become more interconnected and reliant on data transmission, cybersecurity threats become a significant concern. Developing robust cybersecurity measures is imperative to prevent unauthorized access and potential exploitation of vulnerabilities. Global events, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, have highlighted vulnerabilities in the supply chain, affecting the timely availability of critical components. Diversifying supply sources and enhancing supply chain resilience are essential to mitigate the impact of unforeseen disruptions.

Ethical and Privacy Issues:

The increased use of night vision systems in public spaces raises ethical concerns related to privacy and surveillance. Striking a balance between enhancing security and respecting individual privacy rights is a complex challenge that requires careful consideration.

Key Market Trends

Investment in Research and Development:

Continued investment in R&D is crucial to staying ahead in the rapidly evolving technological landscape. Collaboration with research institutions and fostering innovation can accelerate the development of cutting-edge night vision technologies.

Economies of Scale:

Manufacturers should explore ways to achieve economies of scale, potentially through increased production volumes or strategic partnerships. This could lead to cost reductions, making night vision systems more accessible to a broader range of users.

Collaboration with Regulatory Bodies:

Engaging with regulatory bodies early in the development process can streamline compliance efforts. Establishing industry standards and protocols in collaboration with regulators can facilitate smoother product certification.

Adaptive Environmental Solutions: 

Investing in research to enhance the environmental adaptability of night vision systems will broaden their application spectrum. Collaboration with meteorological experts and the integration of adaptive technologies can address these challenges.

Cybersecurity Integration:

Integrating robust cybersecurity features into night vision systems is imperative. Continuous monitoring, regular updates, and collaboration with cybersecurity experts can strengthen the resilience of these systems against potential threats.

Supply Chain Diversification:

Diversifying the supply chain by sourcing critical components from multiple regions can mitigate the impact of supply chain disruptions. Developing strategic partnerships with reliable suppliers is essential to ensure a stable supply chain.

Public Awareness and Ethical Guidelines:

Manufacturers and industry stakeholders should engage in transparent communication to address public concerns. Establishing ethical guidelines for the use of night vision systems and incorporating privacy safeguards can help build public trust.

Technological Advancements:

The rising advancements in thermal imaging technologies are anticipated to offer significant stimulus growth to the market. Thermal imaging can help the companies to expedite quality inspection as the world of car manufacturing becomes smarter. Thermal can be included at every stage of the whole procedure, from back window heating to glue bead placement, recognizing faults that machine vision might miss. This advancement create the beneficial opportunity for the growth of the market. Furthermore, increase in strategic collaborations and rise the number of emerging new markets will also boost beneficial opportunities for the growth of the Night Vision Device market. 

Segmental Insights

Application Insights

The primary functions of the surveillance system are to capture, process, manage, store, and view recordings and images captured by the system. Technological advancements in the video surveillance industry have led to the development of night vision cameras that are designed to work in low-lit areas. According to WHO, around 1.25 million people die every year in road accidents globally. The deployment of video surveillance in road networks can help officials manage traffic in a better way and identify the causes of road accidents. Amid the ongoing community spread of COVID-19 across the world, in March 2020, the South Diego Chula Vista Police Department announced an investment of over USD 11,000 in acquiring two drones equipped with night vision cameras to mitigate the risk of the officers in these areas. The department has mentioned that it is aiming at watching over people living on the streets with these drones amid the outbreak.


 

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Regional Insights

North America is expected to hold the largest market share in the night vision devices market driven by the United States, with the highest spending nation on its military and defense activities and by housing the key vendors in the market, including L3Harris Communication, Flir Systems Inc., American Technology Network Corp., and BAE Systems PLC, among others.

The governments in the region are exploring nighttime firefighting activities with improved technologies, such as night vision devices, enhancing their nighttime aerial firefighting capabilities. Night vision technology enables the safe operation of aircraft at night. In July 2019, the Orange County Fire Authority teamed up with Coulson Aviation by investing over USD 4 million to introduce firefighting helicopters to respond to calls in California. These helicopters are equipped with night vision devices for pilots and have a capacity of 1,000 gallons of water.

With the advancement in technologies, night vision devices are being integrated with machine learning and Augmented reality technologies further to enhance the night vision capabilities of the devices. For instance, in April 2022, a recent study at the University of California, Irvine, by a team led by Andrew Browne captured 140 pictures of different faces using a camera that can detect visible light and part of the infrared spectrum.

Further, the United States Army has recently started training its forces using Enhanced Night Vision Goggle-Binocular (ENVG-B). These goggles provide imagery and data from the battlefield directly to the soldier's eye. The system includes a high-resolution display, an embedded soldier wireless personal network rapid target acquisition system, and Augmented reality algorithms that enhance the night vision capabilities of army personnel on the battlefield.

Companies in the market are also developing new technologies in applications such as aviation. In March 2022, Canada-based technology firm Baanto International launched a 27-inch ShadowSense touch screen tech designed for defense forces. This touchscreen fulfills the Night Vision Imaging Systems (NVIS) requirements, which can be deployed in mission regardless of the level of ambient light. 

Recent Developments

  • April 2022 - Shenzhen GD Digital Ltd., based in China, launched a Kickstarter fundraiser for GAODI night goggles, a compact, lightweight night vision solution with dual TFT 1.4-inch displays, offering a resolution of 390 x 390. The device has achieved 100% funding within the first 24 hrs. of listing.
  • April 2022 - L3Harris Technologies delivered over 1,500 units of combat-ready Enhanced Night Vision Goggle - Binocular (ENVG-B) systems to the United States Army. Further, the company has also delivered more than 6,000 ENVG-B systems to the United States Army since 2018 as part of the POR and Directed Requirements contracts.

Key Market Players

  • Aisin Seiki Co. Ltd.
  • Valeo SA
  • Veoneer Inc. 
  • Omron Corporation 
  • Magna International Inc. 
  • Denso Corporation


  • By Technology
  • By Type
  • By Application
  • By Region
  • Thermal Imaging
  • Image Intensifier
  • Infrared Illumination
  • Camera
  • Goggles
  • Rifle Scope
  • Monoculars and Binoculars
  • Military and Defense
  • Wildlife Spotting and Conservation
  • Surveillance
  • Navigation
  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • South America
  • Middle East & Africa

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Night Vision Device Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

  • Night Vision Device Market, By Technology:

o   Thermal Imaging

o   Image Intensifier

o   Infrared Illumination

  • Night Vision Device Market, By Type:

o   Camera

o   Goggles

o   Rifle Scope

o   Monoculars and Binoculars

  • Night Vision Device Market, By Application:

o   Military and Defense

o   Wildlife Spotting and Conservation

o   Surveillance

o   Navigation

  • Night Vision Device Market, By Region:

o   North America

§  United States

§  Canada

§  Mexico

o   Europe

§  France

§  United Kingdom

§  Italy

§  Germany

§  Spain

§  Netherlands

§  Belgium

o   Asia-Pacific

§  China

§  India

§  Japan

§  Australia

§  South Korea

§  Thailand

§  Malaysia

o   South America

§  Brazil

§  Argentina

§  Colombia

§  Chile

o   Middle East & Africa

§  South Africa

§  Saudi Arabia

§  UAE

§  Turkey

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Night Vision Device Market.

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Table of content

1.         Product Overview

1.1.    Market Definition

1.2.    Scope of the Market

1.2.1.Markets Covered

1.2.2.Years Considered for Study

1.2.3.Key Market Segmentations

2.         Research Methodology

2.1.    Objective of the Study

2.2.    Baseline Methodology

2.3.    Formulation of the Scope

2.4.    Assumptions and Limitations

2.5.    Sources of Research

2.5.1.Secondary Research

2.5.2.Primary Research

2.6.    Approach for the Market Study

2.6.1.The Bottom-Up Approach

2.6.2.The Top-Down Approach

2.7.    Methodology Followed for Calculation of Market Size & Market Shares

2.8.    Forecasting Methodology

2.8.1.Data Triangulation & Validation

3.         Executive Summary

4.         Impact of COVID-19 on Global Night Vision Device Market

5.         Voice of Customer

6.         Global Night Vision Device Market Overview

7.         Global Night Vision Device Market Outlook

7.1.    Market Size & Forecast

7.1.1.By Value

7.2.    Market Share & Forecast

7.2.1.By Type (Camera, Goggles, Rifle Scope, Monoculars and Binoculars)

7.2.2.By Technology (Thermal Imaging, Image Intensifier, Infrared Illumination)

7.2.3.By Application (Military and Defense, Wildlife Spotting and Conservation, Surveillance, Navigation)

7.2.4.By Region

7.3.    By Company (2023)

7.4.    Market Map

8.         North America Night Vision Device Market Outlook

8.1.    Market Size & Forecast

8.1.1.By Value

8.2.    Market Share & Forecast

8.2.1.By Type

8.2.2.By Technology

8.2.3.By Application

8.2.4.By Country

8.3.    North America: Country Analysis

8.3.1.United States Night Vision Device Market Outlook

8.3.1.1.      Market Size & Forecast

8.3.1.1.1.    By Value

8.3.1.2.      Market Share & Forecast

8.3.1.2.1.    By Type

8.3.1.2.2.    By Technology

8.3.1.2.3.    By Application

8.3.2.Canada Night Vision Device Market Outlook

8.3.2.1.      Market Size & Forecast

8.3.2.1.1.    By Value

8.3.2.2.      Market Share & Forecast

8.3.2.2.1.    By Type

8.3.2.2.2.    By Technology

8.3.2.2.3.    By Application

8.3.3.Mexico Night Vision Device Market Outlook

8.3.3.1.      Market Size & Forecast

8.3.3.1.1.    By Value

8.3.3.2.      Market Share & Forecast

8.3.3.2.1.    By Type

8.3.3.2.2.    By Technology

8.3.3.2.3.    By Application

9.         Europe Night Vision Device Market Outlook

9.1.    Market Size & Forecast

9.1.1.By Value

9.2.    Market Share & Forecast

9.2.1.By Type

9.2.2.By Technology

9.2.3.By Application

9.2.4.By Country

9.3.    Europe: Country Analysis

9.3.1.Germany Night Vision Device Market Outlook

9.3.1.1.      Market Size & Forecast

9.3.1.1.1.    By Value

9.3.1.2.      Market Share & Forecast

9.3.1.2.1.    By Type

9.3.1.2.2.    By Technology

9.3.1.2.3.    By Application

9.3.2.France Night Vision Device Market Outlook

9.3.2.1.      Market Size & Forecast

9.3.2.1.1.    By Value

9.3.2.2.      Market Share & Forecast

9.3.2.2.1.    By Type

9.3.2.2.2.    By Technology

9.3.2.2.3.    By Application

9.3.3.United Kingdom Night Vision Device Market Outlook

9.3.3.1.      Market Size & Forecast

9.3.3.1.1.    By Value

9.3.3.2.      Market Share & Forecast

9.3.3.2.1.    By Type

9.3.3.2.2.    By Technology

9.3.3.2.3.    By Application

9.3.4.Italy Night Vision Device Market Outlook

9.3.4.1.      Market Size & Forecast

9.3.4.1.1.    By Value

9.3.4.2.      Market Share & Forecast

9.3.4.2.1.    By Type

9.3.4.2.2.    By Technology

9.3.4.2.3.    By Application

9.3.5.Spain Night Vision Device Market Outlook

9.3.5.1.      Market Size & Forecast

9.3.5.1.1.    By Value

9.3.5.2.      Market Share & Forecast

9.3.5.2.1.    By Type

9.3.5.2.2.    By Technology

9.3.5.2.3.    By Application

9.3.6.Netherlands Night Vision Device Market Outlook

9.3.6.1.      Market Size & Forecast

9.3.6.1.1.    By Value

9.3.6.2.      Market Share & Forecast

9.3.6.2.1.    By Type

9.3.6.2.2.    By Technology

9.3.6.2.3.    By Application

9.3.7.Belgium Night Vision Device Market Outlook

9.3.7.1.      Market Size & Forecast

9.3.7.1.1.    By Value

9.3.7.2.      Market Share & Forecast

9.3.7.2.1.    By Type

9.3.7.2.2.    By Technology

9.3.7.2.3.    By Application

10.      South America Night Vision Device Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.1.1.     By Value

10.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.2.1.     By Type

10.2.2.     By Technology

10.2.3.     By Application

10.2.4.     By Country

10.3. South America: Country Analysis

10.3.1.     Brazil Night Vision Device Market Outlook

10.3.1.1.   Market Size & Forecast

10.3.1.1.1. By Value

10.3.1.2.   Market Share & Forecast

10.3.1.2.1. By Type

10.3.1.2.2. By Technology

10.3.1.2.3. By Application

10.3.2.     Colombia Night Vision Device Market Outlook

10.3.2.1.   Market Size & Forecast

10.3.2.1.1. By Value

10.3.2.2.   Market Share & Forecast

10.3.2.2.1. By Type

10.3.2.2.2. By Technology

10.3.2.2.3. By Application

10.3.3.     Argentina Night Vision Device Market Outlook

10.3.3.1.   Market Size & Forecast

10.3.3.1.1. By Value

10.3.3.2.   Market Share & Forecast

10.3.3.2.1. By Type

10.3.3.2.2. By Technology

10.3.3.2.3. By Application

10.3.4.     Chile Night Vision Device Market Outlook

10.3.4.1.   Market Size & Forecast

10.3.4.1.1. By Value

10.3.4.2.   Market Share & Forecast

10.3.4.2.1. By Type

10.3.4.2.2. By Technology

10.3.4.2.3. By Application

11.      Middle East & Africa Night Vision Device Market Outlook

11.1. Market Size & Forecast

11.1.1.     By Value

11.2. Market Share & Forecast

11.2.1.     By Type

11.2.2.     By Technology

11.2.3.     By Application

11.2.4.     By Country

11.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis

11.3.1.     Saudi Arabia Night Vision Device Market Outlook

11.3.1.1.   Market Size & Forecast

11.3.1.1.1. By Value

11.3.1.2.   Market Share & Forecast

11.3.1.2.1.            By Type

11.3.1.2.2.            By Technology

11.3.1.2.3.            By Application

11.3.2.     UAE Night Vision Device Market Outlook

11.3.2.1.   Market Size & Forecast

11.3.2.1.1. By Value

11.3.2.2.   Market Share & Forecast

11.3.2.2.1.            By Type

11.3.2.2.2.            By Technology

11.3.2.2.3.            By Application

11.3.3.     South Africa Night Vision Device Market Outlook

11.3.3.1.   Market Size & Forecast

11.3.3.1.1. By Value

11.3.3.2.   Market Share & Forecast

11.3.3.2.1.            By Type

11.3.3.2.2.            By Technology

11.3.3.2.3.            By Application

11.3.4.     Turkey Night Vision Device Market Outlook

11.3.4.1.   Market Size & Forecast

11.3.4.1.1. By Value

11.3.4.2.   Market Share & Forecast

11.3.4.2.1.            By Type

11.3.4.2.2.            By Technology

11.3.4.2.3.            By Application

12.      Asia Pacific Night Vision Device Market Outlook

12.1. Market Size & Forecast

12.1.1.     By Value

12.2. Market Share & Forecast

12.2.1.     By Type

12.2.2.     By Technology

12.2.3.     By Application

12.2.4.     By Country

12.3. Asia-Pacific: Country Analysis

12.3.1.     China Night Vision Device Market Outlook

12.3.1.1.   Market Size & Forecast

12.3.1.1.1. By Value

12.3.1.2.   Market Share & Forecast

12.3.1.2.1.            By Type

12.3.1.2.2.            By Technology

12.3.1.2.3.            By Application

12.3.2.     India Night Vision Device Market Outlook

12.3.2.1.   Market Size & Forecast

12.3.2.1.1. By Value

12.3.2.2.   Market Share & Forecast

12.3.2.2.1.            By Type

12.3.2.2.2.            By Technology

12.3.2.2.3.            By Application

12.3.3.     Japan Night Vision Device Market Outlook

12.3.3.1.   Market Size & Forecast

12.3.3.1.1. By Value

12.3.3.2.   Market Share & Forecast

12.3.3.2.1.            By Type

12.3.3.2.2.            By Technology

12.3.3.2.3.            By Application

12.3.4.     South Korea Night Vision Device Market Outlook

12.3.4.1.   Market Size & Forecast

12.3.4.1.1. By Value

12.3.4.2.   Market Share & Forecast

12.3.4.2.1.            By Type

12.3.4.2.2.            By Technology

12.3.4.2.3.            By Application

12.3.5.     Australia Night Vision Device Market Outlook

12.3.5.1.   Market Size & Forecast

12.3.5.1.1. By Value

12.3.5.2.   Market Share & Forecast

12.3.5.2.1.            By Type

12.3.5.2.2.            By Technology

12.3.5.2.3.            By Application

12.3.6.     Thailand Night Vision Device Market Outlook

12.3.6.1.   Market Size & Forecast

12.3.6.1.1. By Value

12.3.6.2.   Market Share & Forecast

12.3.6.2.1.            By Type

12.3.6.2.2.            By Technology

12.3.6.2.3.            By Application

12.3.7.     Malaysia Night Vision Device Market Outlook

12.3.7.1.   Market Size & Forecast

12.3.7.1.1. By Value

12.3.7.2.   Market Share & Forecast

12.3.7.2.1.            By Type

12.3.7.2.2.            By Technology

12.3.7.2.3.            By Application

13.      Market Dynamics

13.1. Drivers

13.2. Challenges

14.      Market Trends and Developments

15.      Company Profiles

15.1.  Aisin Seiki Co. Ltd.

15.1.1.     Business Overview

15.1.2.     Key Revenue and Financials  

15.1.3.     Recent Developments

15.1.4.     Key Personnel/Key Contact Person

15.1.5.     Key Product/Services Offered

15.2.  Valeo SA

15.2.1.     Business Overview

15.2.2.     Key Revenue and Financials  

15.2.3.     Recent Developments

15.2.4.     Key Personnel/Key Contact Person

15.2.5.     Key Product/Services Offered

15.3.  Veoneer Inc.

15.3.1.     Business Overview

15.3.2.     Key Revenue and Financials  

15.3.3.     Recent Developments

15.3.4.     Key Personnel/Key Contact Person

15.3.5.     Key Product/Services Offered

15.4.  Omron Corporation

15.4.1.     Business Overview

15.4.2.     Key Revenue and Financials  

15.4.3.     Recent Developments

15.4.4.     Key Personnel/Key Contact Person

15.4.5.     Key Product/Services Offered

15.5.  Magna International Inc.  

15.5.1.     Business Overview

15.5.2.     Key Revenue and Financials  

15.5.3.     Recent Developments

15.5.4.     Key Personnel/Key Contact Person

15.5.5.     Key Product/Services Offered

15.6.  Denso Corporation  

15.6.1.     Business Overview

15.6.2.     Key Revenue and Financials  

15.6.3.     Recent Developments

15.6.4.     Key Personnel/Key Contact Person

15.6.5.     Key Product/Services Offered

16.      Strategic Recommendations

17.   About Us & Disclaimer     

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Frequently asked questions

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The market size of the Global Night Vision Device Market was USD 8.89 Billion in 2023.

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The primary functions of the surveillance system are to capture, process, manage, store, and view recordings and images captured by the system. Owing to which the Surveillance Applications dominated the market .

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North America dominated the market in 2023.

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The increase in awareness regarding road safety among the customers is the major factor expected to drive the Night Vision Device market growth. Government of many countries are taking several initiatives to drop the number of road accidents.

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