Global Wearable Camera Market Size, Share & Industry Trends Analysis Report By Product, By Type (Head Mount, Body Mount, and Ear Mount & Smart Glass), By Application, By Regional Outlook and Forecast, 2023 - 2030

Global Wearable Camera Market Size, Share & Industry Trends Analysis Report By Product, By Type (Head Mount, Body Mount, and Ear Mount & Smart Glass), By Application, By Regional Outlook and Forecast, 2023 - 2030


The Global Wearable Camera Market size is expected to reach $22.1 billion by 2030, rising at a market growth of 14.2% CAGR during the forecast period. In the year 2022, the market attained a volume of 40,194.3 thousand units experiencing a growth of 14.3% (2019-2022).

In sports, wearable cameras are utilized for training, performance analysis, and enhancing coaching techniques. Consequently, the Sports & Adventure segment would generate approximately 68.6% share of the market by 2030. Athletes and coaches use these devices to record practices, analyze techniques, and provide a first-person view for performance evaluation, leading to improved strategies and skill development. Wearable cameras are employed in various industries for training purposes. They offer a hands-free, immersive view that aids employee training, skill development, and learning from first-person perspectives. Some of the factors affecting the market are continuous technological innovations in wearable cameras, increasing consumer demand for visual content creation and privacy concerns and legal regulations.

Higher-resolution sensors and better image quality result from advances in image sensor technology. Wearable cameras now boast better low-light performance, dynamic range, and overall image clarity. The ability to capture high-quality visuals even in challenging lighting conditions has contributed significantly to the appeal of these devices. Enhanced image stabilization technology has become a critical feature in wearable cameras. Moreover, with the dominance of visual content on social media platforms like YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and others, users are driven to create compelling content that stands out. Wearable cameras provide the ability to capture unique, first-person perspectives, making content more immersive and engaging, thereby attracting more views and interactions. Consumers, particularly content creators, and influencers, aim to provide authentic, real-time experiences to their audience. These factors will enhance the expansion of the wearable camera market in the coming years.

However, Stringent regulations or unclear legal guidelines may limit the contexts in which wearable cameras can be used. This could hinder their adoption in certain professional sectors, such as healthcare, where strict patient confidentiality laws might prohibit or restrict the use of wearable cameras during certain medical procedures or in sensitive areas of healthcare facilities. Uncertainty about legal boundaries could stifle innovation in wearable camera technology. Manufacturers might be cautious about investing in R&D for advanced features due to concerns about potential legal implications or limitations on application in different regions. These factors are expected to restrain the growth of the wearable camera market in the coming years.

Product Outlook

Based on product, the market is segmented into cameras and accessories. The camera segment held the largest revenue share in the market in 2022. The integration of cameras into a wide array of wearable devices, beyond standalone action cameras, has mainly contributed to the growth of this segment. Smart glasses, smart watches, body cameras for professionals, and even fashion accessories like necklaces or hats with built-in cameras are some examples. This diversification has helped grow the demand and increased the adoption of wearable cameras in different spheres of life. These factors will boost the demand in the segment.

Type Outlook

On the basis of type, the market is divided into head mount, body mount, and ear mount & smart glass. In 2022, the body mount segment witnessed a substantial revenue share in the market. Beyond recreational use, body-mounted cameras have applications in various professional and industrial settings. Law enforcement officers, firefighters, and rescue workers use these cameras for evidence collection, training purposes, and enhancing situational awareness in the field. Body-mounted cameras help to improve operational efficiency and safety measures in a variety of industries, including construction, manufacturing, and healthcare. They also help with work process documentation, inspection, and remote instruction. Therefore, these aspects pose lucrative growth prospects for the body mount segment.

Application Outlook

Based on application, the market is divided into sports & adventure, security, healthcare, and industry. The sports and adventure segment recorded the maximum revenue share in the market in 2022. The rise of social media platforms and influencer culture has played a substantial role in propelling the sports and adventure segment within the market. Enthusiasts, athletes, and adventure seekers share their experiences, achievements, and thrilling moments captured using wearable cameras. This immersive angle enables users to capture action-packed moments from their point of view, providing an engaging and thrilling experience for viewers. These factors will boost the demand in the segment.

Regional Outlook

By region, market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and LAMEA. The Europe segment acquired a considerable revenue share in the market. Sectors like journalism, healthcare, law enforcement, and even certain European service industries have adopted wearable cameras for documentation, training, and accountability. Utilizing these devices in professional settings has expanded the market and contributed to its regional growth. These factors will propel the growth in the segment in the upcoming years.

The market research report covers the analysis of key stakeholders of the market. Key companies profiled in the report include Jvckenwood Corporation, Panasonic Holdings Corporation, Sony Corporation, Xiaomi Corporation, Digital Ally, Inc, Axon Enterprise, Inc., Pinnacle Response Ltd., GoPro, Inc, Garmin Ltd., Drift Innovation Limited.

Strategies Deployed in Wearable Camera Market

Feb-2021: Panasonic Holdings Corporation has introduced the Lumix BGH1, a digital single-lens mirrorless camera. The Lumix BGH1 features a live MOS image sensor with a 10.2-megapixel resolution, offering impressive recording capabilities of up to 4K at 59.96fps and capturing images at 3,680 x 2,760 pixels. Notably, this camera has received Netflix's approval as the primary camera for shooting Netflix original content.

Aug-2022: Sony Corporation has established a collaborative alliance with Microsoft Corporation, a prominent American multinational technology firm renowned for its development of operating systems. Within the scope of this partnership, Sony's objective is to integrate Microsoft Azure's AI capabilities into its intelligent vision sensor IMX500, with the aim of broadening the scope and enhancing the potential for video analytics opportunities for enterprise clients.

Aug-2023: GoPro, Inc. has recently entered into a partnership agreement with MotoGP, a renowned FIM Grand Prix World Championship featuring 22 of the swiftest riders competing on specialized prototype motorcycles at iconic racetracks worldwide. As part of this collaboration, GoPro is making a return as the official wearable action camera of MotoGP, providing fans with an enhanced, high-resolution perspective of the thrilling MotoGP action.

Sep-2023: GoPro, Inc. has introduced the HERO12 Black camera, accompanied by an innovative Max Lens Mod 2.0 accessory. This accessory offers an impressive 177° field of view at 4K resolution, capturing videos at 60 frames per second and delivering stunning 5.3K resolution with an 8x slow-motion capability. Additionally, it extends the camera's runtime by up to 2 times.

Jan-2023: Garmin Ltd has unveiled the latest addition to its product lineup, the Garmin Dash Cam Live. This innovative LTE-connected dash cam provides drivers with a real-time view of the area around their vehicle. The camera is capable of capturing high-quality 1440p video with a wide 140-degree field of vision. Furthermore, the Dash Cam Live not only records video clips but also automatically stores them securely for 24 hours in an online Vault. These saved clips can be conveniently accessed through the Garmin Drive smartphone app.

July-2019: Drift Innovations has introduced the latest member of their esteemed Ghost series, named the Ghost XL, marking the 12th iteration of Drift's camera line. The Ghost XL boasts a host of impressive features, such as its ability to capture full HD 1080p/30fps video, an extended 9-hour battery life when recording at 1080p/30fps, a rotatable lens, loop recording for creating "Dash cam" style videos, and seamless connectivity via built-in Wi-Fi for seamless integration with the Drift Life app.

Jan-2021: Garmin International and Garmin Service, both subsidiaries of Garmin Ltd., have successfully completed the acquisition of all assets belonging to GEOS Worldwide Limited and its affiliated companies. GEOS Worldwide is a renowned provider of top-tier safety and security assurance products for individuals, locations, and objects. This strategic move by Garmin is aimed at enhancing the peace of mind for our in-Reach users, as we welcome the IERCC into the Garmin family, further reinforcing our commitment to safety and security.

Scope of the Study

Market Segments covered in the Report:

By Product (Volume, Thousand Units, USD Million, 2019-2030)
  • Camera
  • Accessories
By Type (Volume, Thousand Units, USD Million, 2019-2030)
  • Head Mount
  • Body Mount
  • Ear Mount & Smart Glass
By Application (Volume, Thousand Units, USD Million, 2019-2030)
  • Sports & Adventure
  • Security
  • Healthcare
  • Industrial
By Geography (Volume, Thousand Units, USD Million, 2019-2030)
  • 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
  • Jvckenwood Corporation
  • Panasonic Holdings Corporation
  • Sony Corporation
  • Xiaomi Corporation
  • Digital Ally, Inc
  • Axon Enterprise, Inc.
  • Pinnacle Response Ltd.
  • GoPro, Inc
  • Garmin Ltd.
  • Drift Innovation 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 Wearable Camera Market, by Product
1.4.2 Global Wearable Camera Market, by Type
1.4.3 Global Wearable Camera Market, by Application
1.4.4 Global Wearable Camera Market, by Geography
1.5 Methodology for the research
Chapter 2. Market at a Glance
2.1 Key Highlights
Chapter 3. Market Overview
3.1 Introduction
3.1.1 Overview
3.1.1.1 Market Composition and Scenario
3.2 Key Factors Impacting the Market
3.2.1 Market Drivers
3.2.2 Market Restraints
Chapter 4. Competition Analysis – Global
4.1 Market Share Analysis, 2022
4.2 Strategies Deployed in Wearable Camera Market
4.3 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
Chapter 5. Global Wearable Camera Market by Product
5.1 Global Camera Market by Region
5.2 Global Accessories Market by Region
Chapter 6. Global Wearable Camera Market by Type
6.1 Global Head Mount Market by Region
6.2 Global Body Mount Market by Region
6.3 Global Ear Mount & Smart Glass Market by Region
Chapter 7. Global Wearable Camera Market by Application
7.1 Global Sports & Adventure Market by Region
7.2 Global Security Market by Region
7.3 Global Healthcare Market by Region
7.4 Global Industrial Market by Region
Chapter 8. Global Wearable Camera Market by Region
8.1 North America Wearable Camera Market
8.1.1 North America Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.1.1.1 North America Camera Market by Country
8.1.1.2 North America Accessories Market by Country
8.1.2 North America Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.1.2.1 North America Head Mount Market by Country
8.1.2.2 North America Body Mount Market by Country
8.1.2.3 North America Ear Mount & Smart Glass Market by Country
8.1.3 North America Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.1.3.1 North America Sports & Adventure Market by Country
8.1.3.2 North America Security Market by Country
8.1.3.3 North America Healthcare Market by Country
8.1.3.4 North America Industrial Market by Country
8.1.4 North America Wearable Camera Market by Country
8.1.4.1 US Wearable Camera Market
8.1.4.1.1 US Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.1.4.1.2 US Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.1.4.1.3 US Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.1.4.2 Canada Wearable Camera Market
8.1.4.2.1 Canada Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.1.4.2.2 Canada Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.1.4.2.3 Canada Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.1.4.3 Mexico Wearable Camera Market
8.1.4.3.1 Mexico Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.1.4.3.2 Mexico Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.1.4.3.3 Mexico Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.1.4.4 Rest of North America Wearable Camera Market
8.1.4.4.1 Rest of North America Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.1.4.4.2 Rest of North America Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.1.4.4.3 Rest of North America Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.2 Europe Wearable Camera Market
8.2.1 Europe Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.2.1.1 Europe Camera Market by Country
8.2.1.2 Europe Accessories Market by Country
8.2.2 Europe Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.2.2.1 Europe Head Mount Market by Country
8.2.2.2 Europe Body Mount Market by Country
8.2.2.3 Europe Ear Mount & Smart Glass Market by Country
8.2.3 Europe Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.2.3.1 Europe Sports & Adventure Market by Country
8.2.3.2 Europe Security Market by Country
8.2.3.3 Europe Healthcare Market by Country
8.2.3.4 Europe Industrial Market by Country
8.2.4 Europe Wearable Camera Market by Country
8.2.4.1 Germany Wearable Camera Market
8.2.4.1.1 Germany Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.2.4.1.2 Germany Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.2.4.1.3 Germany Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.2.4.2 UK Wearable Camera Market
8.2.4.2.1 UK Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.2.4.2.2 UK Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.2.4.2.3 UK Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.2.4.3 France Wearable Camera Market
8.2.4.3.1 France Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.2.4.3.2 France Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.2.4.3.3 France Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.2.4.4 Russia Wearable Camera Market
8.2.4.4.1 Russia Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.2.4.4.2 Russia Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.2.4.4.3 Russia Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.2.4.5 Spain Wearable Camera Market
8.2.4.5.1 Spain Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.2.4.5.2 Spain Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.2.4.5.3 Spain Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.2.4.6 Italy Wearable Camera Market
8.2.4.6.1 Italy Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.2.4.6.2 Italy Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.2.4.6.3 Italy Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.2.4.7 Rest of Europe Wearable Camera Market
8.2.4.7.1 Rest of Europe Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.2.4.7.2 Rest of Europe Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.2.4.7.3 Rest of Europe Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.3 Asia Pacific Wearable Camera Market
8.3.1 Asia Pacific Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.3.1.1 Asia Pacific Camera Market by Country
8.3.1.2 Asia Pacific Accessories Market by Country
8.3.2 Asia Pacific Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.3.2.1 Asia Pacific Head Mount Market by Country
8.3.2.2 Asia Pacific Body Mount Market by Country
8.3.2.3 Asia Pacific Ear Mount & Smart Glass Market by Country
8.3.3 Asia Pacific Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.3.3.1 Asia Pacific Sports & Adventure Market by Country
8.3.3.2 Asia Pacific Security Market by Country
8.3.3.3 Asia Pacific Healthcare Market by Country
8.3.3.4 Asia Pacific Industrial Market by Country
8.3.4 Asia Pacific Wearable Camera Market by Country
8.3.4.1 China Wearable Camera Market
8.3.4.1.1 China Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.3.4.1.2 China Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.3.4.1.3 China Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.3.4.2 Japan Wearable Camera Market
8.3.4.2.1 Japan Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.3.4.2.2 Japan Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.3.4.2.3 Japan Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.3.4.3 India Wearable Camera Market
8.3.4.3.1 India Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.3.4.3.2 India Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.3.4.3.3 India Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.3.4.4 South Korea Wearable Camera Market
8.3.4.4.1 South Korea Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.3.4.4.2 South Korea Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.3.4.4.3 South Korea Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.3.4.5 Singapore Wearable Camera Market
8.3.4.5.1 Singapore Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.3.4.5.2 Singapore Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.3.4.5.3 Singapore Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.3.4.6 Malaysia Wearable Camera Market
8.3.4.6.1 Malaysia Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.3.4.6.2 Malaysia Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.3.4.6.3 Malaysia Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.3.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific Wearable Camera Market
8.3.4.7.1 Rest of Asia Pacific Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.3.4.7.2 Rest of Asia Pacific Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.3.4.7.3 Rest of Asia Pacific Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.4 LAMEA Wearable Camera Market
8.4.1 LAMEA Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.4.1.1 LAMEA Camera Market by Country
8.4.1.2 LAMEA Accessories Market by Country
8.4.2 LAMEA Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.4.2.1 LAMEA Head Mount Market by Country
8.4.2.2 LAMEA Body Mount Market by Country
8.4.2.3 LAMEA Ear Mount & Smart Glass Market by Country
8.4.3 LAMEA Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.4.3.1 LAMEA Sports & Adventure Market by Country
8.4.3.2 LAMEA Security Market by Country
8.4.3.3 LAMEA Healthcare Market by Country
8.4.3.4 LAMEA Industrial Market by Country
8.4.4 LAMEA Wearable Camera Market by Country
8.4.4.1 Brazil Wearable Camera Market
8.4.4.1.1 Brazil Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.4.4.1.2 Brazil Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.4.4.1.3 Brazil Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.4.4.2 Argentina Wearable Camera Market
8.4.4.2.1 Argentina Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.4.4.2.2 Argentina Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.4.4.2.3 Argentina Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.4.4.3 UAE Wearable Camera Market
8.4.4.3.1 UAE Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.4.4.3.2 UAE Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.4.4.3.3 UAE Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.4.4.4 Saudi Arabia Wearable Camera Market
8.4.4.4.1 Saudi Arabia Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.4.4.4.2 Saudi Arabia Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.4.4.4.3 Saudi Arabia Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.4.4.5 South Africa Wearable Camera Market
8.4.4.5.1 South Africa Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.4.4.5.2 South Africa Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.4.4.5.3 South Africa Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.4.4.6 Nigeria Wearable Camera Market
8.4.4.6.1 Nigeria Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.4.4.6.2 Nigeria Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.4.4.6.3 Nigeria Wearable Camera Market by Application
8.4.4.7 Rest of LAMEA Wearable Camera Market
8.4.4.7.1 Rest of LAMEA Wearable Camera Market by Product
8.4.4.7.2 Rest of LAMEA Wearable Camera Market by Type
8.4.4.7.3 Rest of LAMEA Wearable Camera Market by Application
Chapter 9. Company Profiles
9.1 JVCKENWOOD Corporation
9.1.1 Company Overview
9.1.2 Financial Analysis
9.1.3 Regional & Segmental Analysis
9.1.4 Research & Development Expenses
9.1.5 SWOT Analysis
9.2 Sony Corporation
9.2.1 Company Overview
9.2.2 Financial Analysis
9.2.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
9.2.4 Research & Development Expenses
9.2.5 Recent strategies and developments:
9.2.5.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements:
9.2.6 SWOT Analysis
9.3 Xiaomi Corporation
9.3.1 Company Overview
9.3.2 Financial Analysis
9.3.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
9.3.4 Research & Development Expense
9.3.5 SWOT Analysis
9.4 Axon Enterprise, Inc.
9.4.1 Company Overview
9.4.2 Financial Analysis
9.4.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
9.4.4 Research & Development Expenses
9.4.5 SWOT Analysis
9.5 GoPro, Inc.
9.5.1 Company Overview
9.5.2 Financial Analysis
9.5.3 Regional Analysis
9.5.4 Research & Development Expenses
9.5.5 Recent strategies and developments:
9.5.5.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements:
9.5.5.2 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
9.5.6 SWOT Analysis
9.6 Garmin Ltd.
9.6.1 Company Overview
9.6.2 Financial Analysis
9.6.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
9.6.4 Research & Development Expenses
9.6.5 Recent strategies and developments:
9.6.5.1 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
9.6.5.2 Acquisition and Mergers:
9.6.6 SWOT Analysis
9.7 Drift Innovation Ltd.
9.7.1 Company Overview
9.7.2 Recent strategies and developments:
9.7.2.1 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
9.7.3 SWOT Analysis
9.8 Panasonic Holdings Corporation
9.8.1 Company Overview
9.8.2 Financial Analysis
9.8.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
9.8.4 Research & Development Expenses
9.8.5 Recent strategies and developments:
9.8.5.1 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
9.8.6 SWOT Analysis
9.9 Digital Ally, Inc.
9.9.1 Company Overview
9.9.2 Financial Analysis
9.9.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
9.9.4 Research & Development Expenses
9.9.5 SWOT Analysis
9.10. Pinnacle Response Ltd.
9.10.1 Company Overview
9.10.2 SWOT Analysis
Chapter 10. Winning Imperatives of Wearable Camera Market

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