Light Field Market Research Report - Forecast to 2032

Light Field Market Research Report Information By Technology (Software, Hardware, Light Field Displays, and Imaging Solutions), By Verticals (Defense, Industrial, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, and Architecture), And By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, And Rest Of The World) –Market Forecast Till 2032

ID: MRFR/SEM/4260-HCR | 100 Pages | Author: Aarti Dhapte | March 2024         

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Global Light Field Market Overview:


The Light Field Market size was valued at USD 1.7 billion in 2022. The light field market industry is projected to grow from USD 1.95 billion in 2023 to USD 5.98 billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.00% during the forecast period (2023 - 2032).Improved visual effects technology in movies and games, customized marketing, escalated the need for prototyping, and medical imaging are the key market drivers expanding the market growth.


Global Light Field Market Overview


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Light Field Market Trends




  • Industrial sectors' emerging 4D and 5D technologies drive market growth




Market CAGR for the light field is driven by the various key players dedicated to incorporating light field technology in an extensive range of products. Further, the market is witnessing expansion over the forecast period as cameras are being adopted for various applications in industries like military and defense, hospitality, and entertainment. In addition, the emerging 4D and 5D technologies in the industrial sectors are aiding many business processes to perform accurately and efficiently by providing a clear view and checking on the operability and functioning of their parts. Other products, like displays, are also observing an increased adoption of this technology, fueling the market growth of the light field industry over the forecast period.


Additionally, rising demand for HD viewing experience drives the market growth. Light field imaging is one of the most studied 3D imaging technologies because of its potential to create a natural viewing environment. After the evolution of 3D technology, developments can be witnessed in terms of enhancing content quality and improving the user-viewing experience. 3D technology has enabled providing high-definition (HD) content to enhance the viewing experience through advanced 3D-enabled devices such as 3D display units and VR devices. Apple's latest patent describes using a camera array for immersive augmented reality (AR), live display walls, head-mounted displays, video conferencing, and similar applications based on a user's point of view. HD 3D experience helps in acquiring more customers. It provides an enhanced visual experience regarding the reality, capturing attention and increasing emotional response. This improvement in the user-viewing experience would help various companies examine their products in detail and make further enhancements to make them effective.


Holographic light field displays are set to help retailers take customer experience one step further by offering interactive, lifelike shopping experience by providing images with 3D depth with complex, realistic light effects. Showcasing products on light-field displays allow customers to view the details, texture, and color of items without handling a physical item. This also removes the need for immersive digital technology such as VR glasses.


For instance, in May 2020, 3D fusion imaging helped improve coronary artery disease diagnosis. This technique helps easier and more accurately identify areas of narrowing in coronary arteries. This technology incorporating devices is easy to use and hence finds enhanced use in the healthcare sector for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes. Thus, driving the light field market revenue.


Light Field Market Segment Insights:


Light Field Technology Insights


The Light Field Market segmentation, based on technology, includes software, hardware, light field displays, and imaging solutions. The hardware segment dominated the market, accounting for the major market revenue over the forecast period. Light field displays employ a series of tiny lenses to break down an image into individual light rays. These displays can provide a display immediately in front of the viewer's eyes, who can concentrate on various things in the picture and involve the effect of depth of field by applying sufficient encoding approaches to the images given to the user.


Light Field Vertical Insights


The Light Field Market segmentation, based on vertical, includes defense, industrial, media & entertainment, healthcare, and architecture. The media & entertainment category generated the most income over the forecast period. 3D technology has been widely used in entertainment media and gaming verticals to enhance animation and motion picture quality. The light field technology in media and entertainment is increasing as it uses motion parallax and wide viewing angles to give viewers the illusion of 3D imaging.


Figure 1: Light Field Market, by Vertical, 2022 & 2032 (USD billion)


Light Field Market, by Vertical, 2022 & 2032


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Light Field Regional Insights


By Region, the study delivers market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World. The North America light field market area will dominate this market. Companies are heavily spending on the 3D imaging for technological advances fuel market expansion. Moreover, the US light field market held the largest market share, and the Canada light field market was the fastest-growing in the North America region.

Further, the prominent countries studied in the market report are The U.S., Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, China, Japan, India, Australia, Spain, South Korea, and Brazil.


Figure 2: Light Field Market SHARE BY REGION 2022 (%)


Light Field Market SHARE BY REGION 2022


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Europe light field market accounts for the second-largest market share due growth of next-generation technology in virtual reality is the light field marketplace. The development of visual effects technology in movies and video games, personalized marketing, and rising demand for prototypes are driving the market in this region. Further, the German light field market held the largest market share, and the UK light field market was the fastest-growing in the European region.


The Asia-Pacific light field market is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2023 to 2032. Major nations in Asia-Pacific, such as China, India, Japan, and the rest of the region, are rapidly contributing to the development of 3D displays and 3D image sensors in the 3D imaging market, which has boosted the opportunities for growth for the market. Moreover, the China light field market held the largest market share, and the India light field market was the fastest-growing in the Asia-Pacific region.


Light Field Key Market Players & Competitive Insights


Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development to expand their product lines, which will assist the light field market to grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking several strategic activities to enhance their footprint globally, with important market developments including new product establishment, mergers and acquisitions, contractual agreements, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. The light field industry must provide cost-effective items to enhance and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate.


Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the major business tactics manufacturers utilize in the global light field industry to benefit clients and expand the market sector. Major players in the light field market, including LG Display Co.,Ltd., Ricoh Innovations Corporation, TOSHIBA CORPORATION, and others, are attempting to enhance market demand by investing in research and development operations.


Japan Display Inc. provides small and medium-sized display panels. The company manufactures and sells small and medium-sized displays and related products in Japan and other markets. Its product offerings include LCD modules for the smartphone, tablet, and notebook PC market. JDI also offers automotive application solutions for car navigation, instrument panel, and rear seat monitor. The company offers Pixel eyes and Whitemagic solutions for digital cameras and high-performance devices used in display and diagnosis for medical equipment. In October 2020, Japan Display Inc. (JDI) and NHK Media Technology, Inc. announced a joint development project from which they have developed a 5.5-inch "Light Field Display," which can realize natural-looking images in next-generation 3D videos.


Leia Inc. is an American organization producing 3D Lightfield products and software applications. Leia is headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with a nano-fabrication center in Palo Alto, a content team in Los Angeles and Auckland, New Zealand, and an industrialization center in Suzhou, China. In August 2021, Leia launched the 3D Lume Pad, a high-performance Android 10.8-inch tablet that projects images in true 3D off- and more in-depth into the screen, visual with the naked eye. The Lume Pad helps all the apps and features of a premium tablet and, with the indication of a button, transforms photos and videos to 3D in real time for streaming, developing content, and sharing. It also creates 2D and 3D apps and games that provide a more immersive experience.


Key Companies in the Light Field market include




  • Raytrix GmbH




  • FoVI 3D, Inc.




  • Google LLC.




  • Avegant Corp.




  • Lumii Inc.




  • Holografika




  • OTOY Inc.




  • NVIDIA Corporation




  • Panasonic Corporation




  • Leia Inc.




  • Samsung Display Co., Ltd.




  • Light Field Lab, Inc.




  • Ricoh Innovations Corporation




  • TOSHIBA CORPORATION




  • Sony Corporation




  • Apple Inc.




  • Pelican Imaging Corporation




  • Lytro, Inc.




  • Japan Display Inc.




  • LG Display Co., Ltd




Light Field Industry Developments


August 2021: Gameloft Business Solutions and Leia Inc. partnered to implement their gaming solution with Asphalt Nitro 2 on the Lume Pad. Gameloft Business Solutions provides customized gaming packages and subscription-based offers with carrier billing solutions in 148 countries globally.


July 2021: Light Field Lab selected Walt & Company as a Public Relations Agency of Record. Walt & Company has experience working across the home, commercial entertainment, and AR and VR industries. It will work as an extension of the Light Field Lab team to manage various communications services, including product and market leadership campaigns, media and analyst relations, industry leadership positioning, media event activations, and editorial services.


January 2021: Fathom Optics released a light field software platform that allows printing 3D and motion graphics without requiring special ink or additional material.


Light Field Market Segmentation:


Light Field Technology Outlook




  • Software




  • Hardware




  • Light field displays




  • Imaging solutions




Light Field Vertical Outlook




  • Defense




  • Industrial




  • Media & Entertainment




  • Healthcare




  • Architecture




Light Field Regional Outlook




  • North America



    • US

    • Canada






  • Europe



    • Germany

    • France

    • UK

    • Italy

    • Spain

    • Rest of Europe






  • Asia-Pacific




    • China




    • Japan




    • India




    • Australia




    • South Korea




    • Australia




    • Rest of Asia-Pacific






  • Rest of the World




    • Middle East




    • Africa




    • Latin America





Report Scope:

Report Attribute/Metric Details
Market Size 2022 USD 1.7 billion
Market Size 2023 USD 1.95 billion
Market Size 2032 USD 5.98 billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) 15.00% (2023-2032)
Base Year 2022
Market Forecast Period 2023-2032
Historical Data 2019- 2021
Market Forecast Units Value (USD Billion)
Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Growth Factors, Market Competitive Landscape, and Trends
Segments Covered Technology, Vertical, and Region
Geographies Covered North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World
Countries Covered The U.S., Canada, German, France, UK, Italy, Australia, Spain, China, Japan, India, South Korea, and Brazil
Key Companies Profiled Raytrix GmbH, FoVI 3D, Inc., Avegant Corp., Lumii Inc., Holografika, OTOY Inc., Google LLC., NVIDIA Corporation, Leia Inc., Samsung Display Co., Ltd., Light Field Lab, Inc., Panasonic Corporation, Ricoh Innovations Corporation, TOSHIBA CORPORATION, Apple Inc., Sony Corporation, Pelican Imaging Corporation, Lytro, Inc., Japan Display Inc., and LG Display Co., Ltd
Key Market Opportunities Rising demand for HD viewing experience
Key Market Dynamics Improving visual effects technology in movies and games. Growing deployment of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence.




Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The Light Field Market size was valued at USD 1.7 Billion in 2022.

The global market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 15.00% during the forecast period, 2023-2032.

North America had the largest global market share.

The key players in the market are Raytrix GmbH, FoVI 3D, Inc., Avegant Corp., Lumii Inc., Holografika, OTOY Inc., Google LLC., NVIDIA Corporation, Leia Inc., Samsung Display Co., Ltd., Light Field Lab, Inc., Panasonic Corporation.

The hardware category dominated the market in 2022.

Media and entertainment had the largest share of the global market.

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