Global Optical Detector Market Size, Share & Industry Trends Analysis Report By Type (Extrinsic and Intrinsic), By Sensor Type, By End Use (Consumer Electronics, Medical, Automotive, Industrial), By Regional Outlook and Forecast, 2022 – 2028

Global Optical Detector Market Size, Share & Industry Trends Analysis Report By Type (Extrinsic and Intrinsic), By Sensor Type, By End Use (Consumer Electronics, Medical, Automotive, Industrial), By Regional Outlook and Forecast, 2022 – 2028

The Global Optical Detector Market size is expected to reach $5.9 billion by 2028, rising at a market growth of 10.1% CAGR during the forecast period.

An optical detector, also called a photodetector, is a device that turns light impulses into electrical signals, which can be amplified and processed. The optical detector is as important as the optical fiber and the light source in any fiber optic system. The performance of a fiber optic communication connection can be determined via an optical detector. Semiconductor photodiodes are the most frequent detectors in optical fiber systems because they have outstanding performance, are compact, and are inexpensive. Silicon, germanium, GaAs, InGaAs, and other semiconductor photodiodes are used.

A detector in a standard photo-research system measures the radiant intensity utilized to elicit photo-response in a sample, as well as the radiant intensity generated by the sample in response to the light or other simulation. After the beam has been divided into its component wavelengths, the measurement is frequently performed. Light signals are transformed into electrical impulses, which are subsequently amplified, processed using signal-to-noise-reduction devices, and displayed. Computers are commonly used to provide measurements in a user-friendly format and in connection to other parameters like wavelength and time.

These are then subdivided into different types of response-generating processes. Some systems use wavelength and temporal response altering phosphorescent accessories to adjust them to a specific UV measurement environment. Optical detector systems are normally made up of actual detector elements bundled with the necessary cooling, bias, and signal processing circuitry. Numerous software alternatives for this process are available. Various figures of merit are used to describe several detectors.

COVID-19 Impact

Multiple factors are responsible for the downfall of the optical detector market, including supply chain interruptions, international trade barriers, falling consumer demand, and restricted market potential. Furthermore, the semiconductor industry's collapse has reduced demand for sensing devices dramatically. In addition, several manufacturing plants went out of operation during the pandemic, including those in the automotive, packaging, and logistics industries. Sensor production has been significantly affected by the COVID-19 infection, which has caused manufacturing plants all around the world to temporarily shut down in order to prevent the infection from spreading.

Market Growth Factors

Increasing applications of optical detectors

The utilization of optical detectors is significantly increasing across several sectors in the industry. Different industries are currently showcasing a significant demand for optical detectors or sensors that provide precise output. These sensors are capable of detecting things of various sizes as well as sensing a variety of materials. They also have a wide sensing range. The demand for these photodetectors is constantly growing as businesses strive to improve their production efficiency without sacrificing product quality. Optical detectors are cost-effective as well as highly durable, due to which, the various manufacturers are incorporating these sensors into their manufacturing or assembly lines.

Increasing demand due to food safety concerns

Food safety, quality, and provenance have all become subject of major concern due to recent food crises. The advent of a low-cost, reliable, and portable chemical detection technology, like an optical detector, can aid in addressing these concerns. Various researchers have shifted their focus to building optical chemical sensors to help them achieve this goal. Because of its low sensitivity to electromagnetic noise, interoperability with optical fibers, and multiplexing capability, OCS technology is a potential alternative to electrodes as well as other chemical-sensing devices.

Market Restraining Factors

Prevalence of alternatives across the market

Magnetic rotary sensors are a viable option if dirt, dust, oil, humidity, and other impurities that typically degrade the performance of optical detectors are a concern. The new generation of advanced and high-end magnetic rotational position sensors provides consumers with an extra incentive, as the total system cost is typically much lower than that of an equivalent optical detector or resolver. Magnetic rotatory sensors offer enhanced angle measurement accuracy even at very high rotation rates due to their DAEC (dynamic angle error compensation) technology. The maximum resolution of the ABI output is significantly higher in magnetic rotatory sensors to above 4,000 steps/1,000 pulses per revolution in decimal mode as well as 4,096 steps/1,024 pulses per revolution in binary mode, allowing a larger range of optical detectors to be substituted.

Type Outlook

Based on Type, the market is segmented into Extrinsic and Intrinsic. In 2021, the extrinsic segment acquired the largest revenue share of the optical detector market. The increasing demand for this segment is attributed to the increasing adoption in the manufacturing of healthcare devices. Full bio-sensing solutions for constant heart-rate tracking, heart variability, and oxygen saturation are available in optical health sensor ICs for body-wearable applications, which measure health and wellbeing along with full bio-sensing solutions for consistent heart-rate tracking, heart rate fluctuation, and oxygen saturation

Sensor Type Outlook

Based on Sensor Type, the market is segmented into Image sensor, Fiber Optic Sensor, Photoelectric Sensor, and Ambient Light and Proximity Sensor. In 2021, the fiber optic sensor segment garnered a substantial revenue share of the optical detector market. The increasing growth of this segment is owing to the high sensitivity along with increased immunity to electromagnetic interference of fiber optic sensors.

End Use Outlook

Based on End Use, the market is segmented into Consumer Electronics, Medical, Automotive, Industrial, and Others. In 2021, the consumer electronics segment procured the largest revenue share of the optical detector market. The growth of this segment is rapidly rising due to the increasing utilization of photodetectors in various industries. Consumer interest in technology-integrated items is likely to grow in the coming year.

Regional Outlook

Based on Regions, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America, Middle East & Africa. In 2021, North America accounted for the largest revenue share of the optical detector market, Numerous regional enterprises are already producing future sensors and inventing solutions to address the expanding market for light management extrinsic.

The market research report covers the analysis of key stake holders of the market. Key companies profiled in the report include Analog Devices, Inc., STMicroelectronics N.V., ams-OSRAM AG, Rohm Semiconductors Co., Ltd., Hamamatsu Photonics K.K., Vishay Intertechnology, Inc., Excelitas Technologies Corp., Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG, and Fotech Group Limited.

Strategies deployed in Optical Detector Market

Partnerships, Collaborations and Agreements:

Oct-2019: Leuze electronic teamed up with TEPM, a distributor of electronics. Through this collaboration, Leuze aimed to strengthen its prevalence across the African continent. In addition, TEPM would become a distributor of Leuze's electronics to offer Leuze's service and product portfolio to customers across the region.

Product Launches and Product Expansions:

Jun-2022: STMicroelectronics rolled out VL53L8 dToF sensor in partnership with Metalenz, the first company to commercialize meta-optics. The new product aimed to offer precise measurement of the time a photon consumes in travelling to and reflecting back from a surface when at the speed of 299,792,458 meters/sec.

Dec-2021: ams-OSRAM introduced TMF8820, TMF8821, and TMF8828, new devices for multi-object and multi-zone detection in its dToF modules portfolio. This product expansion aimed to offer more information to system manufacturers with its sensor with the ability to monitor the environment and make the appropriate decisions. In addition, the new products would distribute their detection area into different zones in order to gather more high-quality information.

Oct-2021: ROHM released the RLD90QZW3, a high optical output laser diode for applications, like service robots and AGVs. The new 75W infrared high optical output laser diode is developed for LiDAR and utilized in spatial recognition and distance measurement across 3D ToF systems.

Sep-2021: Excelitas Technologies introduced the EXACTD-332 sensor in its EXACTD laser warning detectors range. With this expansion, the company aimed to offer a unique solution that incorporates all the optical sensing for laser warning along with angular resolution within a TO-8 package.

Jun-2018: Analog Devices launched ADPD188BI, an integrated optical module. This launch aimed to offer a cutting-edge design Along with closer proximity of the LED to the photodiode to decrease circuit board size and enable compact smoke detectors, which are more architecturally suitable for commercial and residential use.

Acquisitions and Mergers:

Jun-2021: Excelitas Technologies took over PCO, a leader in designing, developing, and manufacturing scientific CMOS cameras. Following this acquisition, the company aimed to integrate PCO's high-end imaging products and capabilities into its portfolio of illumination, sensing, and optical products in order to enable Excelitas to leverage its application knowledge and product breadth to offer deeper end-to-end customer solutions in industrial and life science markets.

Jul-2020: Analog Devices completed its acquisition of Maxim, a leader in linear and mixed-signal integrated circuits. Following this acquisition, the company would integrate Maxim's embedded sensor technologies into its portfolio in order to address the most complex problems of its customers with increased depth and breadth of Analog's combined technology and expertise.

Dec-2018: Excelitas Technologies acquired Axsun Technologies, a vendor of MEMS-based light engines. Through this acquisition, the company aimed to expand its high-performance photonics solutions portfolio for Industrial and Medical markets.

Jul-2018: Excelitas took over Research Electro-Optics, a volume manufacturer of high-precision optical components. This acquisition aimed to deliver a wide range of capabilities and products for OEM customers as well as Defense Prime Contractors looking for single-source reliability and convenience for high-performance optical, illumination, and detection solutions.

Scope of the Study

Market Segments covered in the Report:

By Type

  • Extrinsic
  • Intrinsic
By Sensor Type
  • Image sensor
  • Fiber Optic Sensor
  • Photoelectric Sensor
  • Ambient Light and Proximity Sensor
By End Use
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Medical
  • Automotive
  • Industrial
  • Others
By Geography
  • North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • Rest of North America
  • Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Russia
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Singapore
  • Malaysia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • LAMEA
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • South Africa
  • Nigeria
  • Rest of LAMEA
Companies Profiled
  • Analog Devices, Inc.
  • STMicroelectronics N.V.
  • ams-OSRAM AG
  • Rohm Semiconductors Co., Ltd.
  • Hamamatsu Photonics K.K.
  • Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.
  • Excelitas Technologies Corp.
  • Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG
  • Fotech Group Limited
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Chapter 1. Market Scope & Methodology
1.1 Market Definition
1.2 Objectives
1.3 Market Scope
1.4 Segmentation
1.4.1 Global Optical Detector Market, by Type
1.4.2 Global Optical Detector Market, by Sensor Type
1.4.3 Global Optical Detector Market, by End Use
1.4.4 Global Optical Detector Market, by Geography
1.5 Methodology for the research
Chapter 2. Market Overview
2.1 Introduction
2.1.1 Overview
2.1.1.1 Market composition and scenario
2.2 Key Factors Impacting the Market
2.2.1 Market Drivers
2.2.2 Market Restraints
Chapter 3. Strategies deployed in Optical Detector Market
Chapter 4. Global Optical Detector Market by Type
4.1 Global Extrinsic Market by Region
4.2 Global Intrinsic Market by Region
Chapter 5. Global Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
5.1 Global Image sensor Market by Region
5.2 Global Fiber Optic Sensor Market by Region
5.3 Global Photoelectric Sensor Market by Region
5.4 Global Ambient Light and Proximity Sensor Market by Region
Chapter 6. Global Optical Detector Market by End-use
6.1 Global Consumer Electronics Market by Region
6.2 Global Medical Market by Region
6.3 Global Automotive Market by Region
6.4 Global Industrial Market by Region
6.5 Global Others Market by Region
Chapter 7. Global Optical Detector Market by Region
7.1 North America Optical Detector Market
7.1.1 North America Optical Detector Market by Type
7.1.1.1 North America Extrinsic Market by Country
7.1.1.2 North America Intrinsic Market by Country
7.1.2 North America Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.1.2.1 North America Image sensor Market by Country
7.1.2.2 North America Fiber Optic Sensor Market by Country
7.1.2.3 North America Photoelectric Sensor Market by Country
7.1.2.4 North America Ambient Light and Proximity Sensor Market by Country
7.1.3 North America Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.1.3.1 North America Consumer Electronics Market by Country
7.1.3.2 North America Medical Market by Country
7.1.3.3 North America Automotive Market by Country
7.1.3.4 North America Industrial Market by Country
7.1.3.5 North America Others Market by Country
7.1.4 North America Optical Detector Market by Country
7.1.4.1 US Optical Detector Market
7.1.4.1.1 US Optical Detector Market by Type
7.1.4.1.2 US Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.1.4.1.3 US Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.1.4.2 Canada Optical Detector Market
7.1.4.2.1 Canada Optical Detector Market by Type
7.1.4.2.2 Canada Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.1.4.2.3 Canada Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.1.4.3 Mexico Optical Detector Market
7.1.4.3.1 Mexico Optical Detector Market by Type
7.1.4.3.2 Mexico Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.1.4.3.3 Mexico Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.1.4.4 Rest of North America Optical Detector Market
7.1.4.4.1 Rest of North America Optical Detector Market by Type
7.1.4.4.2 Rest of North America Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.1.4.4.3 Rest of North America Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.2 Europe Optical Detector Market
7.2.1 Europe Optical Detector Market by Type
7.2.1.1 Europe Extrinsic Market by Country
7.2.1.2 Europe Intrinsic Market by Country
7.2.2 Europe Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.2.2.1 Europe Image sensor Market by Country
7.2.2.2 Europe Fiber Optic Sensor Market by Country
7.2.2.3 Europe Photoelectric Sensor Market by Country
7.2.2.4 Europe Ambient Light and Proximity Sensor Market by Country
7.2.3 Europe Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.2.3.1 Europe Consumer Electronics Market by Country
7.2.3.2 Europe Medical Market by Country
7.2.3.3 Europe Automotive Market by Country
7.2.3.4 Europe Industrial Market by Country
7.2.3.5 Europe Others Market by Country
7.2.4 Europe Optical Detector Market by Country
7.2.4.1 Germany Optical Detector Market
7.2.4.1.1 Germany Optical Detector Market by Type
7.2.4.1.2 Germany Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.2.4.1.3 Germany Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.2.4.2 UK Optical Detector Market
7.2.4.2.1 UK Optical Detector Market by Type
7.2.4.2.2 UK Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.2.4.2.3 UK Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.2.4.3 France Optical Detector Market
7.2.4.3.1 France Optical Detector Market by Type
7.2.4.3.2 France Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.2.4.3.3 France Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.2.4.4 Russia Optical Detector Market
7.2.4.4.1 Russia Optical Detector Market by Type
7.2.4.4.2 Russia Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.2.4.4.3 Russia Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.2.4.5 Spain Optical Detector Market
7.2.4.5.1 Spain Optical Detector Market by Type
7.2.4.5.2 Spain Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.2.4.5.3 Spain Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.2.4.6 Italy Optical Detector Market
7.2.4.6.1 Italy Optical Detector Market by Type
7.2.4.6.2 Italy Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.2.4.6.3 Italy Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.2.4.7 Rest of Europe Optical Detector Market
7.2.4.7.1 Rest of Europe Optical Detector Market by Type
7.2.4.7.2 Rest of Europe Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.2.4.7.3 Rest of Europe Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.3 Asia Pacific Optical Detector Market
7.3.1 Asia Pacific Optical Detector Market by Type
7.3.1.1 Asia Pacific Extrinsic Market by Country
7.3.1.2 Asia Pacific Intrinsic Market by Country
7.3.2 Asia Pacific Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.3.2.1 Asia Pacific Image sensor Market by Country
7.3.2.2 Asia Pacific Fiber Optic Sensor Market by Country
7.3.2.3 Asia Pacific Photoelectric Sensor Market by Country
7.3.2.4 Asia Pacific Ambient Light and Proximity Sensor Market by Country
7.3.3 Asia Pacific Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.3.3.1 Asia Pacific Consumer Electronics Market by Country
7.3.3.2 Asia Pacific Medical Market by Country
7.3.3.3 Asia Pacific Automotive Market by Country
7.3.3.4 Asia Pacific Industrial Market by Country
7.3.3.5 Asia Pacific Others Market by Country
7.3.4 Asia Pacific Optical Detector Market by Country
7.3.4.1 China Optical Detector Market
7.3.4.1.1 China Optical Detector Market by Type
7.3.4.1.2 China Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.3.4.1.3 China Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.3.4.2 Japan Optical Detector Market
7.3.4.2.1 Japan Optical Detector Market by Type
7.3.4.2.2 Japan Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.3.4.2.3 Japan Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.3.4.3 India Optical Detector Market
7.3.4.3.1 India Optical Detector Market by Type
7.3.4.3.2 India Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.3.4.3.3 India Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.3.4.4 South Korea Optical Detector Market
7.3.4.4.1 South Korea Optical Detector Market by Type
7.3.4.4.2 South Korea Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.3.4.4.3 South Korea Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.3.4.5 Singapore Optical Detector Market
7.3.4.5.1 Singapore Optical Detector Market by Type
7.3.4.5.2 Singapore Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.3.4.5.3 Singapore Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.3.4.6 Malaysia Optical Detector Market
7.3.4.6.1 Malaysia Optical Detector Market by Type
7.3.4.6.2 Malaysia Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.3.4.6.3 Malaysia Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.3.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific Optical Detector Market
7.3.4.7.1 Rest of Asia Pacific Optical Detector Market by Type
7.3.4.7.2 Rest of Asia Pacific Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.3.4.7.3 Rest of Asia Pacific Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.4 LAMEA Optical Detector Market
7.4.1 LAMEA Optical Detector Market by Type
7.4.1.1 LAMEA Extrinsic Market by Country
7.4.1.2 LAMEA Intrinsic Market by Country
7.4.2 LAMEA Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.4.2.1 LAMEA Image sensor Market by Country
7.4.2.2 LAMEA Fiber Optic Sensor Market by Country
7.4.2.3 LAMEA Photoelectric Sensor Market by Country
7.4.2.4 LAMEA Ambient Light and Proximity Sensor Market by Country
7.4.3 LAMEA Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.4.3.1 LAMEA Consumer Electronics Market by Country
7.4.3.2 LAMEA Medical Market by Country
7.4.3.3 LAMEA Automotive Market by Country
7.4.3.4 LAMEA Industrial Market by Country
7.4.3.5 LAMEA Others Market by Country
7.4.4 LAMEA Optical Detector Market by Country
7.4.4.1 Brazil Optical Detector Market
7.4.4.1.1 Brazil Optical Detector Market by Type
7.4.4.1.2 Brazil Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.4.4.1.3 Brazil Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.4.4.2 Argentina Optical Detector Market
7.4.4.2.1 Argentina Optical Detector Market by Type
7.4.4.2.2 Argentina Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.4.4.2.3 Argentina Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.4.4.3 UAE Optical Detector Market
7.4.4.3.1 UAE Optical Detector Market by Type
7.4.4.3.2 UAE Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.4.4.3.3 UAE Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.4.4.4 Saudi Arabia Optical Detector Market
7.4.4.4.1 Saudi Arabia Optical Detector Market by Type
7.4.4.4.2 Saudi Arabia Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.4.4.4.3 Saudi Arabia Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.4.4.5 South Africa Optical Detector Market
7.4.4.5.1 South Africa Optical Detector Market by Type
7.4.4.5.2 South Africa Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.4.4.5.3 South Africa Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.4.4.6 Nigeria Optical Detector Market
7.4.4.6.1 Nigeria Optical Detector Market by Type
7.4.4.6.2 Nigeria Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.4.4.6.3 Nigeria Optical Detector Market by End-use
7.4.4.7 Rest of LAMEA Optical Detector Market
7.4.4.7.1 Rest of LAMEA Optical Detector Market by Type
7.4.4.7.2 Rest of LAMEA Optical Detector Market by Sensor Type
7.4.4.7.3 Rest of LAMEA Optical Detector Market by End-use
Chapter 8. Company Profiles
8.1 Analog Devices, Inc.
8.1.1 Company Overview
8.1.2 Financial Analysis
8.1.3 Regional Analysis
8.1.4 Research & Development Expenses
8.1.5 Recent strategies and developments:
8.1.5.1 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
8.1.5.2 Acquisition and Mergers:
8.1.6 SWOT Analysis
8.2 STMicroelectronics N.V.
8.2.1 Company Overview
8.2.2 Financial Analysis
8.2.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.2.4 Research & Development Expense
8.2.5 Recent strategies and developments:
8.2.5.1 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
8.2.6 SWOT Analysis
8.3 ams-OSRAM AG
8.3.1 Company Overview
8.3.2 Financial Analysis
8.3.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.3.4 Research & Development Expense
8.3.5 Recent strategies and developments:
8.3.5.1 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
8.4 Rohm Semiconductors Co., Ltd.
8.4.1 Company Overview
8.4.2 Financial Analysis
8.4.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.4.4 Research & Development Expense
8.4.5 Recent strategies and developments:
8.4.5.1 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
8.5 Hamamatsu Photonics K.K.
8.5.1 Company Overview
8.5.2 Financial Analysis
8.5.3 Segmental Analysis
8.5.4 Research & Development Expense
8.6 Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.
8.6.1 Company Overview
8.6.2 Financial Analysis
8.6.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.6.4 Research and Development Expense
8.7 Excelitas Technologies Corp.
8.7.1 Company Overview
8.7.2 Recent strategies and developments:
8.7.2.1 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
8.7.2.2 Acquisition and Mergers:
8.8 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG
8.8.1 Company Overview
8.8.2 Recent strategies and developments:
8.8.2.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements:
8.9 Fotech Group Limited
8.9.1 Company Overview

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