The global 3D imaging market size is expected to reach USD 115.98 billion by 2030, registering to grow at a CAGR of 18.5% from 2025 to 2030 according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The 3D imaging technology in the media and entertainment sector has been gaining momentum as the demand for 3D video games and theatrical films have risen tremendously over the years, acting as one of the key drivers in the market.
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the 3D imaging market. Lockdowns were implemented due to the pandemic that led to a temporary prohibition on import and export and manufacturing across multiple industries. The closure of manufacturing plants resulted in a significant loss of business and revenue for the regions under lockdown. The disruption in global supply chains negatively impacted the sales of products, delivery schedules, and manufacturing in the global market, which led to a notable drop in the sales of 3D imaging.
Mergers & acquisitions, agreements, and expansions are the key strategies adopted by the companies over the past years. For instance, in August 2021, FARO Technologies announced the acquisition of ATS AB, a Swedish-based company in 3D digital twin solution technology. The agreement will include the integration of ATS patented Traceable 3D system and software, which allows highly precise and reproducible 3D scans into the FARO Webshare Cloud system.
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The hardware segment accounted for the largest revenue share of over 48.0% in 2024 and is expected to continue to dominate the market over the forecast period. This can be attributed to the increasing demand for 3D imaging devices such as X-ray devices, ultrasound systems, CT, and MRI in healthcare deployment.
The on-premise segment accounted for the largest revenue share of over 77.0% in 2024 and is expected to retain its position in the market over the forecast period. This can be attributed to a one-time upfront license purchase, an internal network that can be accessed anytime, and high security as data is stored locally.
The large enterprise segment accounted for the largest revenue share of over 57.0% in 2024 and is expected to continue to dominate the market over the forecast period. This can be attributed to the increasing use of 3D imaging hardware and solutions in large enterprises to manufacture improved products and give a better customer experience
The healthcare and life sciences segment accounted for the largest revenue share of over 53.0% in 2024 and is expected to continue to dominate the market over the forecast period. This can be attributed to the increasing adoption and growing need for 3D medical imaging technology in healthcare deployment to determine and diagnose the disease in the body.
Grand View Research has segmented the global 3D imaging market based on component, deployment, organization, end-use, and region:
3D Imaging Component Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2017 - 2030)
Software
Hardware
Services
3D Imaging Deployment Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2017 - 2030)
On-premise
Cloud
3D Imaging Organization Size Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2017 - 2030)
Large Enterprises
Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs)
3D Imaging End-use Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2017 - 2030)
Automotive and Transportation
Manufacturing
Healthcare and Life Sciences
Architecture and Construction
Media and Entertainment
Security & Surveillance
Others
3D Imaging Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2017 - 2030)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
U.K.
Germany
France
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Australia
Latin America
Brazil
Middle East & Africa
UAE
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
List of Key Players in 3D Imaging Market
Ajile Light Industries
Alphatec Holdings, Inc.
eCential Robotics
FARO
GE HealthCare
Intrasense
Koninklijke Philips N.V.
Olympus America
Planmeca Oy
Siemens Healthineers AG
TOMTEC Imaging Systems GmbH.
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