The microscope accessories market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $7.4 billion in 2024 to $8.22 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in biomedical research, growth in diagnostics and pathology, a shift from analog to digital imaging, and an increase in healthcare demands from aging populations.
The microscope accessories market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $12.35 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to a shift towards fully digital systems, a growing focus on personalized medicine, rising demand for compact, portable microscopes, and increasing demand for remote collaboration tools. Major trends in the forecast period include integration with Internet-of-Things, adoption of augmented reality for enhanced visualization, adoption of AI for automating image analysis, innovation in tailored solutions, and development of eco-friendly accessories and materials.
The expansion of the biotechnology industry is expected to drive the growth of the microscope accessories market. The biotechnology industry involves the development and use of biological processes and organisms to create products and technologies for healthcare, agriculture, and environmental solutions. This sector is growing due to advancements in genetic research, increased investments in biopharmaceuticals, and rising demand for innovative solutions in these fields. Microscope accessories play a crucial role in biotechnology by providing precise visualization and analysis of biological samples, which supports advanced research and diagnostics. For example, in May 2024, the India Brand Equity Foundation reported that biotech startup registrations in India surged from about 1,128 in 2021 to 6,756 in 2022, with projections to reach 10,000 by 2025. Consequently, the growth in the biotechnology industry is fueling the expansion of the microscope accessories market.
Leading companies in the microscope accessories market are focused on developing innovative solutions like digital microscope systems to enhance imaging precision, optimize inspection processes, and increase overall efficiency. Digital microscope systems are advanced imaging devices that utilize high-resolution cameras to capture and display microscopic images on digital screens. For example, in November 2024, ASH Technologies Ltd., an Ireland-based digital imaging technology company, introduced VANTAGE. VANTAGE is an advanced 4K digital microscope system designed to improve precision and efficiency across various industries. Equipped with cutting-edge software applications, it delivers exceptional clarity and functionality for streamlined inspection processes and enhanced product quality control.
In May 2024, Bruker Corporation, a US-based scientific instruments manufacturer, acquired Nanophoton Corporation for $17.5 million. This acquisition enhances Bruker's molecular microscopy capabilities, particularly in Raman microscopy. Nanophoton Corporation, based in Japan, specializes in developing and manufacturing optical components for microscopes.
Major companies operating in the microscope accessories market are Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Keyence Corporation, Olympus Corporation, Hitachi High-Tech Corporation, Nikon Corporation, Bruker Corporation, Carl Zeiss AG, HORIBA Group, Hamamatsu Photonics K.K., Jenoptik AG, JEOL Ltd., Leica Microsystems GmbH, Motic Microscopes, Thorlabs Inc., Oxford Instruments plc, Edmund Optics Inc., Chroma Technology Corp., Prior Scientific Instruments Ltd, Zaber Technologies, Navitar Inc., Teledyne Photometrics, CoolLED Limited, DeltaPix, Lyncee Tec.
North America was the largest region in the microscope accessories market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the microscope accessories market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the microscope accessories market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
Microscope accessories are additional tools that enhance the functionality of a microscope, such as objective lenses, illumination systems, and camera attachments. These accessories improve imaging quality, specimen manipulation, and data collection.
The main types of microscope accessories are optical-based, electron-based, and scanning probe-based. Optical-based accessories are extra components or devices used with optical microscopes to boost their performance, improve image quality, or support specific applications. These accessories find applications in fields such as material science, nanotechnology, life sciences, and semiconductors, and are used by various end users, including pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors, industrial users, and academia.
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The microscope accessories market consists of sales of objective lenses, eyepieces, illumination systems, stage accessories, focus mechanisms, camera attachments, filters, and specimen preparation tools. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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Executive Summary
Microscope Accessories Global Market Report 2025 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses on microscope accessories market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Where is the largest and fastest growing market for microscope accessories ? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The microscope accessories market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include: the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Type: Optical-Based; Electron-Based; Scanning Probe-Based2) By Application: Material Science; Nanotechnology; Life Sciences; Semiconductors; Other Applications
3) By End User: Pharmaceutical and Healthcare; Industrial users; Academia; Other End Users
Subsegments:
1) By Optical-Based: Lenses (Objective Lenses, Eyepiece Lenses) Or Filters (Color Filters, Polarizing Filters) Or Illumination Systems (Led, Halogen) Or Mirror Systems2) By Electron-Based: Electron Lenses or Sample Holders or Electron Beam Filters or Magnetic Coils
3) By Scanning Probe-Based: Cantilevers or Scanning Probes (Afm Probes, Stm Tips) Or Sample Holders or Vibration Isolation Systems
Key Companies Mentioned: Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.; Keyence Corporation; Olympus Corporation; Hitachi High-Tech Corporation; Nikon Corporation
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
Delivery Format: PDF, Word and Excel Data Dashboard.
Companies Mentioned
The major companies featured in this Microscope Accessories market report include:- Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
- Keyence Corporation
- Olympus Corporation
- Hitachi High-Tech Corporation
- Nikon Corporation
- Bruker Corporation
- Carl Zeiss AG
- HORIBA Group
- Hamamatsu Photonics K.K.
- Jenoptik AG
- JEOL Ltd.
- Leica Microsystems GmbH
- Motic Microscopes
- Thorlabs Inc.
- Oxford Instruments plc
- Edmund Optics Inc.
- Chroma Technology Corp.
- Prior Scientific Instruments Ltd
- Zaber Technologies
- Navitar Inc.
- Teledyne Photometrics
- CoolLED Limited
- DeltaPix
- Lyncee Tec
Table Information
Report Attribute | Details |
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No. of Pages | 200 |
Published | April 2025 |
Forecast Period | 2025 - 2029 |
Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 8.22 Billion |
Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 12.35 Billion |
Compound Annual Growth Rate | 10.7% |
Regions Covered | Global |
No. of Companies Mentioned | 25 |