Acoustic Camera Market Size, Share, Trends Analysis 2034

Acoustic Camera Industry Perspective

The global acoustic camera market size was worth around USD 194.12 million in 2024 and is predicted to grow to around USD 333.86 million by 2034 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of roughly 6.21% between 2025 and 2034. The report analyzes the global acoustic camera market's drivers, restraints/challenges, and the effect they have on the demand during the projection period. In addition, the report explores emerging opportunities in the acoustic camera industry.

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Key Insights

• As per the analysis shared by our research analyst, the global acoustic camera market is estimated to grow annually at a CAGR of around 6.21% over the forecast period (2025-2034).
• In terms of revenue, the global acoustic camera market size was valued at around USD 194.12 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 333.86 million by 2034.
• The acoustic camera market is projected to grow significantly, driven by rising demand for advanced noise source identification in industries like automotive, aerospace, and energy for predictive maintenance and quality control.
• Based on Measurement Type, the far field segment is expected to lead the market, while the single-phase electric meters segment is expected to grow considerably.
• On the basis of End-use Industry, the automotive segment is projected to swipe the largest market share.
• Based on region, the Asia-Pacific is projected to dominate the global market during the estimated period, followed by North America.

Acoustic Camera Market: Overview

The acoustic camera market is a specialized segment within the broader industrial testing and diagnostic equipment industry. It focuses on advanced systems that visually localize and analyze sound sources by combining an array of microphones with optical cameras. This technology transforms sound into a visual heat map overlaid on a live image, allowing users to "see" noise, leaks, or faults in real-time.

Acoustic Camera Market: Growth Drivers

The global acoustic camera market is primarily driven by the critical need for precise noise source identification across key industrial applications. The dominant automotive sector utilizes these cameras extensively for Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) testing to develop quieter vehicles, a need intensified by the rise of electric cars.

Additionally, technological advancements in portability, AI integration, and data analytics are making these solutions more accessible and valuable across new industries and applications.

Acoustic Camera Market: Segmentation Analysis

The global acoustic camera market is segmented based on array type, measurement type, end-use industry, and region.

On the basis of Array Type, the global acoustic camera market is divided into 2D arrays and 3D arrays.

Based on Measurement Type, the global acoustic camera market is divided into far field and near field. The Far Field segment holds the largest market share, primarily due to its critical role in large-scale, non-invasive noise analysis. Its ability to accurately localize sound sources from a distance makes it the preferred solution for key applications like automotive and aerospace testing, environmental noise mapping, and industrial machinery monitoring, where direct contact with the object is impractical or impossible.

On the basis of End-use Industry, the global acoustic camera market is bifurcated into infrastructure, automotive, industrial, electronics & appliance, aerospace, and others. The automotive segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant rate over the forecast period. This dominance is driven by the extensive adoption of sound imaging technology for Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) testing. Acoustic cameras provide automakers with the precise ability to locate and analyze problematic noise sources across critical components, including engines, exhaust systems, electric drivetrains, and vehicle interiors, directly supporting the development of quieter, higher-quality vehicles. Furthermore, the industry's shift toward electric and hybrid vehicles is amplifying this reliance, as manufacturers increasingly use acoustic cameras to detect subtle mechanical and aerodynamic noises that were once obscured by traditional engine sounds.

Acoustic Camera Market: Report Scope

Acoustic Camera Market: Regional Analysis

The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is the leading contributor to the value of the global acoustic camera market, currently holding a dominant market share of approximately 37.42%. This regional leadership is primarily driven by the massive expansion of the automotive sector in China, India, and Japan, where acoustic cameras have become indispensable for testing Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) in electric vehicles. Beyond automotive manufacturing, the region's high concentration of electronics and semiconductor plants uses these cameras for high-precision quality control and predictive maintenance on production lines.

North America is the second most dominant region in the global acoustic camera market, trailing only the Asia-Pacific region in total market value. This high standing is primarily anchored by the United States, which serves as a global hub for the aerospace and defense sectors, industries that rely heavily on acoustic imaging for wind tunnel testing, cabin noise reduction, and structural health monitoring.

Acoustic Camera Market: Competitive Analysis

The report provides a company market share analysis to give a broader overview of the key market players. In addition, the report also covers key strategic developments of the market, including acquisitions & mergers, new product launches, agreements, partnerships, collaborations & joint ventures, research & development, and regional expansion of major participants involved in the acoustic camera market on a global and regional basis.

The global acoustic camera market is dominated by players like:

• CAE Software and Systems GmbH 
• Bruel & Kjaer
• Signal Interface Group
• Norsonic AS
• Siemens PLM Software
• Microflown Technologies
• Siemens Product Lifecycle Management Software Inc.
• gfai tech GmbH

The global acoustic camera market is segmented as follows;

By Array Type

• 2D Array
• 3D Array

By Measurement Type

• Far Field
• Near Field

By End-use Industry

• Infrastructure
• Automotive
• Industrial
• Electronics & Appliance
• Aerospace
• Others

By Region

• North America
  • The U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • France 
  • The UK
  • Spain
  • Germany
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Southeast Asia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa