Image Signal Processors Market Size, Share, and COVID Impact Analysis, By Component (Hardware, Software, and Services), By Image Processing (Analog Image Processing, Digital Image Processing), By Image Type (1D, 2D, and 3D), By End User (Consumer Electronics, Automotive, Manufacturing, Aerospace and Defense, Healthcare, and Others), and Regional Forecast, 2024-2032

Image signal processors are specifically designed for various applications such as noise reduction, pattern and image recognition measurements, automatic white balance, colour correction, lens shading correction, colour interpolation, error pixel correction, gamma correction, and local tone mapping. The image signal processor provides advanced features such as autofocus, which automatically adjusts the focus of the image to improve image clarity. 

Image signal processor manufacturers and solution providers offer a comprehensive range of imaging solutions and continue to improve their customers' products in various product categories, such as CMOS photonic sensors, CCD image sensors, and processors. An image signal processor solution provider focuses on expanding its product portfolio by introducing new products to improve customer satisfaction.

The increasing need for image signal processors for image processing in digital cameras and the growing demand for enhanced images for a better viewing experience drive the image signal processor market. Image signal processors offer various advantages such as image sharpening, low-cost and high-speed image processing, embossing, and edge detection, driving the growth of the image signal processor market.

Impact of COVID-19 on the Image Signal Processors Market:

Continuous implementation and development of image signal processing methods are of great value for enterprises to collect and analyse data in real-time. The current situation due to the pandemic outbreak will encourage important players to develop the image processing field and images, 3D images, and real-time video replaced with traditional text. The COVID-19 pandemic impacts all regions' image signal processor production and supply chains. Market growth slowed due to low end-user demand as many manufacturers have halted production or are operating at reduced volumes. However, considering the application of image signal processing equipment in various industries is not so great. 

Segmentation

By End User – Consumer electronics are expected to dominate the market. The increasing use of VPUs and ISPs in smartphones, VR products, drones, etc., fuels the need for image signal processors and vision processors for consumer electronics. Enhanced consumer experience and growing demand for great products with great features drive OEM adoption of ISPs and VPUs. Continued innovation in consumer electronic products has led to advanced features and increased product adoption by market players, contributing to the increased demand for these processors. For instance, STMicroelectronics launched high-resolution time-of-flight (ToF) sensors for smartphones and related devices. The VD55H1 sensor maps 3D objects by measuring distances between more than 500,000 points.  

Key Insights

The report will cover the following key insights:

• Micro Macro Economic Indicators


• Drivers, Restraints, Trends, and Opportunities


• Business Strategies Adopted by the Key Players


• Impact of COVID-19 on the Global Image Signal Processors Market


• Consolidated SWOT Analysis of Key Players

Regional Analysis

The global image signal processors market is distributed into five regions: North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East & Africa, and Asia Pacific. North dominates the market due to the global market leaders in the region offering a wide range of hardware, and software at affordable prices, which is expected to dominate the global market.

Asia Pacific is expected to hold the highest CAGR throughout the forecast period. The region's demand is due to several AI processor startups, which should soon bring great development opportunities for VPU companies. Additionally, the region is home to significant drone manufacturers and smart camera suppliers that integrate VPUs into their products. 

The distribution of the global image signal processors market by region is as follows:

• North America – 35%


• South America – 7%


• Europe – 27%


• Middle East and Africa – 9%


• Asia Pacific – 22%

Key Players Covered

The key players in this market include STMicroelectronics, Texas Instruments, Inc., Sigma Corporation, Semiconductor Industries LLC, Fujitsu Ltd, Thine Electronics, Inc., Intel Corporation, ON Semiconductor, Leica Geosystems, Xperi Corporation, Sony Corporation, Nikon Corporation, Konica Minolta, Inc., and others.

Report Scope & Segmentation

Key Industry Developments

• June 2022: Arm has introduced an image signal processor to power embedded and IoT image processing systems. The system called Mali-C55 offers enhanced image quality characteristics, works in a variety of light and climate conditions, and delivers maximum performance and functionality in space- and power-constrained applications such as edge AI vision use cases and smart camera applications.


• May 2022: Black Sesame Technologies Co. Ltd., a visual processor company, announced to start of mass production of its self-driving chip HuaShan-2 A1000. The A1000 accepts sensor inputs from 4K cameras, ultrasonic ranging, GPS, mmWave radar, IMU, and lidar