Earlier this year, Intel unveiled its RealSense 3D depth camera for smartphones. The camera contains three lenses—one is standard 2D, one infrared, and one infrared laser projector. The infrared part helps RealSense determine distance between objects, separating the objects from background layers, and allowing for better object, facial, and gesture recognition when compared to traditional cameras.
Since the camera was released, many tablet and computer manufacturers like ASUS, Dell, Lenovo, and Acer have started incorporating the technology in their products.
Beyond the novelty value of a 3D camera, there are a huge number of applications for depth sensing cameras, including:
- 3D scanning for detailed 3D printouts
- Measuring distance in pictures: The Dell Venue 8 7000 tablet has RealSense snapshot camera, which can actually calculate the distance between two points captured within the photo frame
- Gaming with body controls
- Object avoidance: The camera can measure distance and avoid collision by adjusting the course accordingly.
While Intel’s product is certainly a game-changer, there are a number of other key vendors that are also expected to make big contributions to the market over the forecast period, and help the global 3D camera market grow at a CAGR of 41.31% from 2014-2019.
Top 11 3D camera vendors
Canon
Established in 1937, Canon has grown into a global company operating in a diverse range of markets, including Business Solutions, Consumer Imaging, Broadcast & Communications,Medical Systems and Industrial Products
An endless flow of ideas and innovation has kept Canon at the forefront of its industry. In choosing our products, businesses and consumers opt for reliable, stylish and advanced technologies.
Faro Technologies
FARO is the world’s most trusted source for 3D measurement, imaging and realization technology. The company develops and markets computer-aided measurement and imaging devices and software. Technology from FARO permits high-precision 3D measurement, imaging and comparison of parts within production and quality assurance processes.
Worldwide, approximately 15,000 customers are operating over 30,000 installations of FARO systems. The company’s global headquarters is located in Lake Mary, Florida, with European and Asia/Pacific headquarters in Stuttgart, Germany and Singapore, respectively.
Fujifilm
At Fujifilm we create innovative products and deliver effective solutions in a wide variety of fields to serve society, contribute to the quality of life, and enhance environmental sustainability.
Go Pro
GoPro helps people capture and share their lives’ most meaningful experiences with others—to celebrate them together. Like how a day on the mountain with friends is more meaningful than one spent alone, the sharing of our collective experiences makes our lives more fun.
The world’s most versatile cameras are what we make.
Enabling you to share your life through incredible photos and videos is what we do.
Intel
You may know us for our processors. But we do so much more. Through computing innovation, we push the boundaries of smart and connected technology to make mazing experiences possible for every person on Earth. From powering the latest devices and the cloud you depend on, to driving policy, diversity, sustainability, and education, we create value for our stockholders, customers, and society.
Kodak
Eastman Kodak is a technology company focused on imaging.
We provide hardware, software, consumables and services to customers in graphic arts, commercial print, publishing, packaging, electronic displays, entertainment and commercial films, and consumer products markets.
Though Kodak has mostly been known for its historic role in photography, the company has served imaging needs of numerous industries since the early 1900s. Kodak’s current portfolio is based on deep technological expertise developed over the years in materials science, deposition and digital imaging science.
LG Electronics
LG Electronics, Inc. is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances, employing 83,000 people working in 119 locations around the world. With 2014 global sales of USD 55.91 billion (KRW 59.04 trillion), LG comprises four business units ― Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance & Air Solution, and Vehicle Components ― and is one of the world’s leading producers of flat panel TVs, mobile devices, air conditioners, washing machines and refrigerators.
Nikon
Nikon is the world leader in digital imaging, precision optics and photo imaging technology and is globally recognized for setting new standards in product design and performance. The unique strength of the Nikon brand is attributable to the company’s unwavering commitment to quality, performance, technology and innovation. Nikon Inc. markets and distributes consumer and professional digital SLR cameras, NIKKOR optics, Nikon 1 and COOLPIX digital cameras, Speedlights and system accessories.
Panasonic
Every moment of every day, people all over the world turn to Panasonic to make their lives simpler, more enjoyable, more productive and more secure. Since our founding almost a century ago, we’ve been committed to improving peoples’ live and making the world a better place–one customer, one business, one technological leap forward at a time.
Samsung Electronics
In today’s fast-paced global economy, change is constant and innovation is critical to a company’s survival. As we have done since our foundation, we set our sights on the future, anticipating market needs and demands so we can steer our company toward long-term success.
Sony
At Sony, our mission is to be a company that inspires and fulfills your curiosity. Our unlimited passion for technology, content and services, and relentless pursuit of innovation, drives us to deliver ground-breaking new excitement and entertainment in ways that only Sony can. Creating unique new cultures and experiences.
