This 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 night vision devices market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $8.31 billion in 2024 to $9.03 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to adoption in recreational and outdoor activities, innovations in image quality, cost reduction and commercialization, development of compact devices, rise in law enforcement usage.
The night vision devices market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $12.75 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to integration of AI and machine learning, shift towards energy-efficient solutions, focus on lightweight and ergonomic designs, increasing demand for digital night vision, enhancements in range and detection capabilities. Major trends in the forecast period include miniaturization and portability, advancements in image quality, integration of thermal imaging, enhanced connectivity features, rise in digital night vision.
The anticipated growth in the night vision devices market is poised to be driven by the escalating military and defense sectors. In this context, the military sector encompasses armed forces and national defense activities, while the defense sector specifically pertains to industries producing military equipment and technology. Night vision devices play a crucial role in enhancing nighttime visibility for covert operations, surveillance, and target acquisition, ensuring operational effectiveness in low-light conditions. Notably, in April 2023, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute reported a 3.7% increase in total global military expenditure to a record high of $2.24 trillion in 2022. Russian military spending is projected to rise by 9.2%, reaching $86.4 billion, contributing to the overall growth in military expenditure in Asia and Oceania, which totaled $575 billion - a 2.7% increase from 2021. As a result, the thriving military and defense sectors are poised to propel the night vision devices market.
The surge in law enforcement activities is anticipated to foster the expansion of the night vision device market. Law enforcement, responsible for enforcing laws and maintaining public order, relies on night vision devices for various purposes, including surveillance, search and rescue missions, and monitoring criminal activities in low-light conditions. Notably, the police force size in the UK increased by 2.1% to 227,649 full-time equivalent (FTE) as of September 30, 2022, according to the Government Digital Service. This uptick in law enforcement activities is a significant driver for the growth of the night vision device market.
Major companies operating in the night vision device market are strategically focusing on developing true-color night vision devices to gain a competitive edge. Notably, KAWA Electronics Company Limited, a China-based smart technology and electronic manufacturing company, launched the KAWA T6 and KAWA T6 Pro security cameras in June 2023. These cameras, featuring true full-color night vision, utilize a 1/1.79'' stacked CMOS sensor for improved performance, capturing outstanding 4MP super HD resolution images with remarkable clarity. The incorporation of artificial intelligence technology enhances motion detection accuracy, making these devices more reliable.
In October 2024, Branford Castle Partners L.P., a US-based private equity firm, acquired Hoffman Engineering LLC for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is aimed at tapping into the increasing demand for advanced mission-critical solutions in the aerospace and defense sectors by incorporating Hoffman's cutting-edge night vision technologies into Branford Castle's portfolio. The strategic move is designed to foster growth and innovation in a rapidly expanding market. Hoffman Engineering LLC is a US-based manufacturing company specializing in the production of night vision equipment.
Major companies operating in the night vision devices market report are RTX Corporation, BAE Systems PLC, Sharp Corporation, Safran Vectronix AG, Thales Group SA, Leonardo S.p.A., Elbit Systems Ltd., Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, Vista Outdoor Inc., Aselsan A.Ş., Excelitas Technologies Corp., Zhejiang Dali Technology Co. Ltd., Sellmark Corporation, B.E. Meyers & Co., Kopin Corporation, Meopta - optika s.r.o., American Technologies Network Corp., Newcon International Ltd., Steiner Optics GmbH, Adams Industries Inc., Opgal Optronic Industries Ltd., Nivisys LLC, Bering Optics LLC, Luna Optics Inc., N-Vision Optics LLC, Tactical Night Vision Company, Yukon Advanced Optics Worldwide, American Holoptics Inc., Tak Technologies Private Limited, Xenonics Holdings Inc.
North America was the largest region in the night vision devices market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the night vision devices market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the night vision devices market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The night vision devices market consists of sales of camcorders, night vision rifle scopes, night vision periscopes, and night vision clip-on systems. 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.
Night vision devices are electronic optical instruments designed to amplify and enhance low-light and nighttime visibility, enabling users to see in the dark. They are widely utilized in military, law enforcement, and civilian applications for surveillance, navigation, and security purposes.
The primary types of night vision devices include goggles, monocular and binoculars, cameras, glasses, scopes, and others. Goggles are a form of protective eyewear that encloses or protects the area surrounding the eyes to prevent particulates, water, or chemicals from striking the eyes. Various technologies are employed in night vision devices, including thermal imaging, image intensifiers, infrared illumination, and others. These devices find applications in military and defense, wildlife spotting and conservation, surveillance, targeting, navigation, and other contexts.
The night vision devices market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides night vision devices market statistics, including night vision devices industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a night vision devices market share, detailed night vision devices market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the night vision devices industry. This night vision devices market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
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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The night vision devices market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $8.31 billion in 2024 to $9.03 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to adoption in recreational and outdoor activities, innovations in image quality, cost reduction and commercialization, development of compact devices, rise in law enforcement usage.
The night vision devices market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $12.75 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to integration of AI and machine learning, shift towards energy-efficient solutions, focus on lightweight and ergonomic designs, increasing demand for digital night vision, enhancements in range and detection capabilities. Major trends in the forecast period include miniaturization and portability, advancements in image quality, integration of thermal imaging, enhanced connectivity features, rise in digital night vision.
The anticipated growth in the night vision devices market is poised to be driven by the escalating military and defense sectors. In this context, the military sector encompasses armed forces and national defense activities, while the defense sector specifically pertains to industries producing military equipment and technology. Night vision devices play a crucial role in enhancing nighttime visibility for covert operations, surveillance, and target acquisition, ensuring operational effectiveness in low-light conditions. Notably, in April 2023, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute reported a 3.7% increase in total global military expenditure to a record high of $2.24 trillion in 2022. Russian military spending is projected to rise by 9.2%, reaching $86.4 billion, contributing to the overall growth in military expenditure in Asia and Oceania, which totaled $575 billion - a 2.7% increase from 2021. As a result, the thriving military and defense sectors are poised to propel the night vision devices market.
The surge in law enforcement activities is anticipated to foster the expansion of the night vision device market. Law enforcement, responsible for enforcing laws and maintaining public order, relies on night vision devices for various purposes, including surveillance, search and rescue missions, and monitoring criminal activities in low-light conditions. Notably, the police force size in the UK increased by 2.1% to 227,649 full-time equivalent (FTE) as of September 30, 2022, according to the Government Digital Service. This uptick in law enforcement activities is a significant driver for the growth of the night vision device market.
Major companies operating in the night vision device market are strategically focusing on developing true-color night vision devices to gain a competitive edge. Notably, KAWA Electronics Company Limited, a China-based smart technology and electronic manufacturing company, launched the KAWA T6 and KAWA T6 Pro security cameras in June 2023. These cameras, featuring true full-color night vision, utilize a 1/1.79'' stacked CMOS sensor for improved performance, capturing outstanding 4MP super HD resolution images with remarkable clarity. The incorporation of artificial intelligence technology enhances motion detection accuracy, making these devices more reliable.
In October 2024, Branford Castle Partners L.P., a US-based private equity firm, acquired Hoffman Engineering LLC for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is aimed at tapping into the increasing demand for advanced mission-critical solutions in the aerospace and defense sectors by incorporating Hoffman's cutting-edge night vision technologies into Branford Castle's portfolio. The strategic move is designed to foster growth and innovation in a rapidly expanding market. Hoffman Engineering LLC is a US-based manufacturing company specializing in the production of night vision equipment.
Major companies operating in the night vision devices market report are RTX Corporation, BAE Systems PLC, Sharp Corporation, Safran Vectronix AG, Thales Group SA, Leonardo S.p.A., Elbit Systems Ltd., Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, Vista Outdoor Inc., Aselsan A.Ş., Excelitas Technologies Corp., Zhejiang Dali Technology Co. Ltd., Sellmark Corporation, B.E. Meyers & Co., Kopin Corporation, Meopta - optika s.r.o., American Technologies Network Corp., Newcon International Ltd., Steiner Optics GmbH, Adams Industries Inc., Opgal Optronic Industries Ltd., Nivisys LLC, Bering Optics LLC, Luna Optics Inc., N-Vision Optics LLC, Tactical Night Vision Company, Yukon Advanced Optics Worldwide, American Holoptics Inc., Tak Technologies Private Limited, Xenonics Holdings Inc.
North America was the largest region in the night vision devices market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the night vision devices market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the night vision devices market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The night vision devices market consists of sales of camcorders, night vision rifle scopes, night vision periscopes, and night vision clip-on systems. 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.
Night vision devices are electronic optical instruments designed to amplify and enhance low-light and nighttime visibility, enabling users to see in the dark. They are widely utilized in military, law enforcement, and civilian applications for surveillance, navigation, and security purposes.
The primary types of night vision devices include goggles, monocular and binoculars, cameras, glasses, scopes, and others. Goggles are a form of protective eyewear that encloses or protects the area surrounding the eyes to prevent particulates, water, or chemicals from striking the eyes. Various technologies are employed in night vision devices, including thermal imaging, image intensifiers, infrared illumination, and others. These devices find applications in military and defense, wildlife spotting and conservation, surveillance, targeting, navigation, and other contexts.
The night vision devices market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides night vision devices market statistics, including night vision devices industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a night vision devices market share, detailed night vision devices market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the night vision devices industry. This night vision devices market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
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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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary2. Night Vision Devices Market Characteristics3. Night Vision Devices Market Trends and Strategies4. Night Vision Devices Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including the Impact of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, and the Recovery from COVID-19 on the Market32. Global Night Vision Devices Market Competitive Benchmarking and Dashboard33. Key Mergers and Acquisitions in the Night Vision Devices Market34. Recent Developments in the Night Vision Devices Market
5. Global Night Vision Devices Growth Analysis and Strategic Analysis Framework
6. Night Vision Devices Market Segmentation
7. Night Vision Devices Market Regional and Country Analysis
8. Asia-Pacific Night Vision Devices Market
9. China Night Vision Devices Market
10. India Night Vision Devices Market
11. Japan Night Vision Devices Market
12. Australia Night Vision Devices Market
13. Indonesia Night Vision Devices Market
14. South Korea Night Vision Devices Market
15. Western Europe Night Vision Devices Market
16. UK Night Vision Devices Market
17. Germany Night Vision Devices Market
18. France Night Vision Devices Market
19. Italy Night Vision Devices Market
20. Spain Night Vision Devices Market
21. Eastern Europe Night Vision Devices Market
22. Russia Night Vision Devices Market
23. North America Night Vision Devices Market
24. USA Night Vision Devices Market
25. Canada Night Vision Devices Market
26. South America Night Vision Devices Market
27. Brazil Night Vision Devices Market
28. Middle East Night Vision Devices Market
29. Africa Night Vision Devices Market
30. Night Vision Devices Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
31. Night Vision Devices Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
35. Night Vision Devices Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
36. Appendix
Executive Summary
Night Vision Devices Global Market Report 2025 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses on night vision devices 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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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for night vision devices? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The night vision devices 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 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 Device: Goggles; Monocular And Binoculars; Camera; Glasses; Scopes; Other Devices2) By Technology: Thermal Imaging; Image Intensifier; Infrared Illumination; Other Technologies
3) By Application: Military And Defense; Wildlife Spotting And Conservation; Surveillance; Targeting; Navigation; Other Applications
Subsegments:
1) By Goggles: Handheld Goggles; Helmet-Mounted Goggles2) By Monocular And Binoculars: Night Vision Monoculars; Night Vision Binoculars
3) By Camera: Night Vision Cameras; Thermal Imaging Cameras
4) By Glasses: Night Vision Glasses; Augmented Reality Glasses
5) By Scopes: Night Vision Rifle Scopes; Night Vision Spotting Scopes
6) By Other Devices: Night Vision Drones; Specialized Night Vision Equipment
Key Companies Mentioned: RTX Corporation; BAE Systems PLC; Sharp Corporation; Safran Vectronix AG; Thales Group SA
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
Some of the major companies featured in this Night Vision Devices market report include:- RTX Corporation
- BAE Systems PLC
- Sharp Corporation
- Safran Vectronix AG
- Thales Group SA
- Leonardo S.p.A.
- Elbit Systems Ltd.
- Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
- Vista Outdoor Inc.
- Aselsan A.Ş.
- Excelitas Technologies Corp.
- Zhejiang Dali Technology Co. Ltd.
- Sellmark Corporation
- B.E. Meyers & Co.
- Kopin Corporation
- Meopta - optika s.r.o.
- American Technologies Network Corp.
- Newcon International Ltd.
- Steiner Optics GmbH
- Adams Industries Inc.
- Opgal Optronic Industries Ltd.
- Nivisys LLC
- Bering Optics LLC
- Luna Optics Inc.
- N-Vision Optics LLC
- Tactical Night Vision Company
- Yukon Advanced Optics Worldwide
- American Holoptics Inc.
- Tak Technologies Private Limited
- Xenonics Holdings Inc.
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 200 |
| Published | March 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2029 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 9.03 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 12.75 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 9.0% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 31 |
