Optical Measuring Machine Market is expected to reach US$ 4.63 Billion by 2031

Integration of AI Technology in Optical Measuring Machines Fuel Optical Measuring Machine Market Growth During Forecast Period

According to our latest study, "Optical Measuring Machine Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031), Global and Regional Share, Trend, and Growth Opportunity Analysis – By Hardware, Software, Sales, Application, and Technology, and Geography," the market was valued at US$ 2.85 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach US$ 4.63 billion by 2031; it is estimated to register a CAGR of 7.3% during 2025–2031. The report includes growth prospects owing to the current optical measuring machine market trends and their foreseeable impact during the forecast period.

The optical measuring machine market growth is driven by technological advancements. AI-based optical measuring machines improve the accuracy, speed, and reliability of dimensional inspection, allowing businesses to achieve previously unattainable levels of productivity during manufacturing and product development. AI-powered measuring machines are capable of rapidly adapting to complicated geometries, surface changes, and modifications to product specifications. This adaptability supports businesses to eliminate human error and the requirement for manual intervention, resulting in faster inspection cycles and higher productivity. This also supports industries to decrease their operational expenses and increase production scalability without impacting quality.

Optical Measuring Machine Market Analysis — by Geography

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AI machines may continuously learn from inspection data, detecting subtle patterns and anomalies that human operators and traditional software might fail to recognize. This predictive capacity enables proactive maintenance, which reduces downtime and supports the transition to predictive quality assurance models. As companies transition to Industry 4.0, the combination of AI and optical measurement is aligned with smart manufacturing concepts, which promote real-time data and machine intelligence to drive continuous improvement. This trend also encourages mass customization, allowing manufacturers to develop optical measuring machines as per precise specifications. For instance, in March 2025, KEYENCE CORPORATION launched a new IV4 series. It is a vision sensor series featuring built-in AI and includes tools such as AI Identify, AI OCR, AI Count, and AI Trigger. They can be mounted at distances ranging from 50 mm to 3 m and offer both narrow and wide field-of-view. They also have a high-speed AI accelerator that allows sensors to detect up to 15,000 parts per minute without using a dedicated PC. The IV4 sensor series is designed for a wide range of machine vision applications, including inspections in the pharmaceutical, packaging, and food industries. Thus, growing technological advancements and integration of AI technology in optical measuring machines, expanding automotive, electronics, aerospace, medical devices, pharmaceutical, packaging, and food industries, among others, as well as rising demand for precision and transparency are expected to fuel the growth of optical measuring machine market during the forecast period.

Jenoptik AG; Keyence Corp; OGP; Micro-Vu; Sylvac SA; Mahr GmbH; Marposs S.p.A.; and Chotest Technology Inc are among the key players profiled in the optical measuring machine market report. Several other major players were also studied and analyzed in the market study to get a holistic view of the market and its ecosystem.

The report includes the optical measuring machine market forecast by equipment, industry vertical, type, application, and geography. Based on equipment, the market is divided into profile projectors, optical digitizers and scanners (ODSS), coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), measuring microscopes, video measuring machines (VMM)/vision measuring systems, profilometers, and others. The coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) segment held the largest optical measuring machine market share in 2024. The optical digitizers and scanners (ODSS) segment is subsegmented into 3D laser scanners, structured light scanners, and laser trackers. In terms of industry vertical, the market is categorized into automotive, aerospace and defense, energy and power, electronics manufacturing, industrial, medical, and others. Based on type, the optical measuring machines market is bifurcated into contact and noncontact. By application, the market is bifurcated into straight (prismatic) parts and turned parts. The turned parts segment is subsegmented into shafts, bushings, rings, and others. The straight (prismatic) parts held the largest optical measuring machine market share in 2024.

The geographical scope of the optical measuring machine market report focuses on North America (the US, Canada, and Mexico), Europe (Spain, the UK, Germany, France, Italy, and the Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, Australia, Indonesia, and the Rest of Asia Pacific), the Middle East & Africa (South Africa, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and the Rest of Middle East & Africa), and South & Central America (Brazil, Argentina, and the Rest of South & Central America).

The optical measuring machines market in North America has become an integral part of the region’s ongoing technological advancements and industrial evolution. As industries increasingly prioritize precision, efficiency, and automation, the demand for advanced, noncontact measurement technologies continues to rise. Aerospace, automotive, defense, electronics, and general manufacturing are at the forefront of this shift, leveraging optical measurement machines to enhance product quality and streamline production workflows. Optical measurement machines offer a range of capabilities that are critical to modern manufacturing processes. These include high-resolution dimensional analysis, accurate surface topography mapping, and reliable defect detection, which are essential for meeting tight tolerance requirements and regulatory standards. Unlike traditional contact-based measurement tools, optical systems enable faster inspection cycles without risking damage to delicate or complex components, thereby improving throughput and reducing downtime.

The optical measuring machines market in Asia Pacific is segmented into China, Japan, India, and South Korea. Rapid industrialization, particularly in China and India, drives demand in the automotive, electronics, and healthcare sectors. Japan leads in technological innovation, with companies such as Nikon Corporation advancing optical measurement solutions. The regional market growth is fuelled by the increasing adoption of IoT and Industry 4.0, alongside a rising need for high-bandwidth communication and quality control in manufacturing. The expansion of the healthcare market in India supports the demand for portable optical devices. The market faces several challenges, including cost barriers and varying regulatory standards. Asia Pacific’s dominance in market growth is underpinned by its large manufacturing base and investment in research and development.

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