3D Vision Expanded, but Still Without a Dominant Architecture

Relationship to Annual Outlook: Strengthens the Outlook

3/15/2023

Summary

Recent evidence supports continued expansion of 3D and depth sensing, but still without consolidation around one architecture. The year begins with 3D cameras, ToF sensors, 3D machine vision software, laser profile sensors, ToF cameras and SPAD-based dToF developments.

Supporting Evidence

Evidence Base

4 Jan 2023 — 3D Vision Camera with Integrated Depth and AI Processing
https://www.vision-systems.com/cameras-accessories/article/14287853/3d-vision-camera-with-integrated-depth-and-ai-processing
10 Jan 2023 — ToF CMOS Image Sensor
https://www.vision-systems.com/cameras-accessories/image-sensors/article/14288061/tof-cmos-image-sensor
13 Feb 2023 — Turnkey Software for 3D Machine Vision
https://www.vision-systems.com/boards-software/article/14289601/sdk-for-3d-machine-vision
9 Mar 2023 — 3D Laser Line Sensor Introduced
https://www.vision-systems.com/cameras-accessories/article/14290896/tof-camera-launched
15 Mar 2023 — Sony’s new SPAD-based dToF Sensor IMX611
https://image-sensors-world.blogspot.com/2023/03/sonys-new-spad-based-dtof-sensor-imx611.html

Why It Matters

The evidence confirms the Outlook’s view: industrial vision is converging on the need for depth, but not on a single depth technology.

Technology Themes

3D Vision, ToF, SPAD, LiDAR, Depth Sensing

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