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Existing as the primary component of a machine vision system, these high-tech cameras capture and scan images as a way to automatically inspect industrial manufacturing processes. The image's correspondence to user-entered parameters determines whether a product passes or fails an automatic inspection or prompts another action from the industrial system. Key buyers include manufacturers of all varieties and research institutions.
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Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
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#1Oceania & Southeast Asia | 1,645 |
#2China | 1,205 |
#3Europe | 1,085 |
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Prices in the Machine Vision Cameras market range from $299.00 to $XX,XXX.XX, depending on Resolution, Pixel Depth, Frame Rate and Warranty. For example, lower prices are associated with Lower-resolution cameras ($300 to $1,000 per machine vision camaera), whereas higher prices are associated with High-resolution cameras ($900 to $15,000 per machine vision camera).
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Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Machine Vision Cameras market, prices in the US have grown 0.6% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
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Total cost of ownership is Medium in the Machine Vision Cameras market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Lost Orders may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
In 2025, buyer power amounts to -0.2 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Market Share Concentration. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Medium, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
The largest Machine Vision Cameras vendors by revenue in the US are Sony Corporation, National Instruments Corporation and Tkh Group N.V. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
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Keyence Corporation | Global | Osaka, JP | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
Teledyne Technologies Inc. | Global | THOUSAND OAKS, CA | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
Cognex Corporation | Global | NATICK, MA | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
Sony Corporation | Global | Tokyo, USA | >10,001 | < 5 | ||||
Hitachi Ltd. | Global | Tokyo, JPN | >10,001 | < 5 | ||||
OMRON Corporation | Global | Kyoto, JP | >10,001 | < 5 | ||||
Tkh Group N.V | Global | Haaksbergen, NL | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
National Instruments Corporation | Global | AUSTIN, TX | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
Edmund Optics, Inc. | Global | Barrington, NJ | 501-1,000 | < 5 |
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The average profit margin across vendors in the Machine Vision Cameras market is 5.8% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Wages. The cost trend for this component is falling, when considering movement between 2024 and 2025. To understand cost forecasts for 2026 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Average vendor risk in the market is low, as profit margins for vendors have been stable in recent years, which reduces the risk of disruptions. Larger suppliers typically have higher profit margins and healthier financials because of their economies of scale and diverse product portfolios.
Market share concentration is low, allowing many small suppliers to operate and command significant positions in the market.
Supply chain risk is moderate in the market, primarily from the risk associated from the market's dependence on semiconductors and other electronic components.
The United States is a net importer of machine vision cameras, meaning it imports more than it exports. US buyers seeking to import machine vision cameras may need to assess the quality standards and production capacities of international manufacturers, with considerations like the expected lead times for delivery and quality.
Cognex Corporation is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include machine vision cameras and inspection cameras. Founded in 1981, the company is currently headquartered in NATICK, Massachusetts, United States of America with an estimated 2441 employees.... Subscribe to learn more
Teledyne Technologies Inc. is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include igniters, machine vision cameras, surveillance cameras, gas detectors and closed-circuit television systems. Founded in 1960, the company is currently headquartered in THOUSAND OAKS,... Subscribe to learn more
Keyence Corporation is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include machine vision cameras. Founded in 2014, the company is currently headquartered in Osaka, Japan with an estimated 5500 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Ids Imaging Development Systems Gmbh is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include machine vision cameras. Founded in 1997, the company is currently headquartered in Obersulm, Aarhus, Germany with an estimated 200 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Imperx Inc. is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include machine vision cameras. Founded in 2001, the company is currently headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, United States of America with an estimated 227 employees. Subscribe to learn more
SICK AG is a private company operating in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include machine vision cameras. Founded in 2016, the company is currently headquartered in United States of America. Subscribe to learn more
Basler AG is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include machine vision cameras. Founded in 1988, the company is currently headquartered in Ahrensburg, Germany with an estimated 5500 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Baumer Holding AG is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include machine vision cameras. Founded in 1952, the company is currently headquartered in Frauenfeld, Thurgau, Switzerland with an estimated 2700 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Edmund Optics, Inc. is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include machine vision cameras. Founded in 1942, the company is currently headquartered in Barrington, New Jersey, United States of America with an estimated 750 employees. Subscribe to learn more
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Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Average Response Time and Employee Training Rate. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Contact Hours and other factors.
KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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Average Response Time | Total number of inquiries Total time to response | The average time to response measures how long it takes on average for a supplier to respond to questions or inquiries from the buyer. This metric can be used as an indicator to assess the support provided by the supplier. Given that these components can be highly technical and require significant training, quick response times are critical in solving issues and providing buyers with answers to questions to minimize downtime. | |
Employee Training Rate | Total number of employees Total number of properly certified or trained employees | The employee training rate measures the rate at which supplier employees have been appropriately trained on maintenance, installation, or other tasks related to machine vision cameras. As the cameras will require significant training of the buyers' staff, it is critical that the supplier provides properly trained employees of their own in order to ensure that the cameras are operated properly. | |
Experience and Expertise
How long have you been in the business of manufacturing, wholesaling or retailing machine vision cameras?
What industries do you most commonly serve? Have you supplied machine vision cameras to a company operating a production line similar to our own?
Customer Base
Do you have any long-term clients we can speak to as professional references? Can you describe their relationship with your company?
What percent of your sales are from repeat customers? What strategies do you employ to retain customers?
Product Lines
Are there any other goods and services you supply that pertain to my business?
What advantages are afforded if I choose to bundle cameras with other related products you sell?
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Organizational Overview
Buyers should provide an overview of their operations.
Buyers should include a description of their current use of machine vision cameras.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should provide technical specifications for their order of machine vision cameras. Characteristics such as video resolution, sensitivity, and durability must be included.
Buyers should break down the scope of the order by camera resolution, frame rate, durability, connectivity, storage, and any other quality or pricing factors they prioritize.
Project Budget
Buyers should include a cost proposal for their machine vision cameras order.
Buyers should break down the budget by cost per unit and list out a budget for warranty, repair, maintenance and delivery costs.
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