Market Overview:
The global graduated neutral density filters market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.5% during the forecast period from 2018 to 2030. The growth in this market can be attributed to the increasing demand for laser modules, optical instruments, and image processing equipment across the globe. In addition, the growing adoption of these filters in medical applications is also contributing to the growth of this market. On the basis of type, circular type graduated neutral density filters are expected to account for a major share of this market during the forecast period. This can be attributed to their high optical clarity and low manufacturing cost as compared to other types of graduated neutral density filters.
Product Definition:
Graduated Neutral Density Filters are photographic filters that are used to balance the exposure within a photograph. They are typically placed over the lens and allow for a gradual transition of light transmission from one density to another. This allows for more control over the overall exposure of a photograph, as well as the ability to properly expose different parts of an image independently.
Circular Type:
Circular type neutral density filters are used to reduce the intensity of light falling on the film or sensor. The filter is made up of semi-transparent material, which allows some amount of light through but reduces its intensity. As a result, these filters are primarily used in combination with other photographic accessories such as polarizer and neutral density grads to enhance image quality by reducing unwanted lighting effects and reflections in water bodies etc.
Striped Type:
Striped type neutral density filters are used in the photography to decrease or increase the intensity of a particular color. It is widely used for decreasing or increasing contrast in images. These ND filters are available in different forms such as grads, layers, and single-use masks. The filter factor can be changed by changing the position of these layers within the filter structure.
Application Insights:
The laser module application segment led the global market in 2017. The demand for GND filters is increasing owing to their use in various applications, such as optical instruments, image processing equipment and laser modules. Optical instrument is one of the major application segments of these filters. Neutral density filters are used for a variety of purposes in optical instruments including exposure, illumination or projection lenses and objective lenses among others.
The image processing equipment segment accounted for a share of over 15% in 2017 due to its growing usage in digital photography and other imaging applications at high ISOs where light intensity can be an issue.
Regional Analysis:
Europe dominated the global market in terms of revenue share in 2017. The growth is attributed to the presence of a large number of camera manufacturers, such as Leica Camera AG, Carl Zeiss Jena GmbH, and Sony Corporation. These players are actively engaged in product development to provide Neutral Density filters for their products. For instance, Carl Zeiss introduced its ‘Zeiss NdFeB’ filter for cameras with an image sensor size smaller than 1/2.3 inch that offers reduced coloration and ghosting caused by strong light sources when shooting images using long exposure times.
Asia Pacific is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period owing to increasing demand from end-use industries such as laser technology.
Growth Factors:
- Increasing demand for high-quality images and videos: The need for high-quality images and videos is increasing day by day. This is because of the growing trend of social media and online video streaming. Graduated Neutral Density Filters help in capturing high-quality images and videos by reducing the amount of light that enters the lens.
- Rising demand from photography enthusiasts: Photography enthusiasts are always looking for new ways to improve their photography skills. Graduated Neutral Density Filters are a great way to improve your photography skills as they allow you to control the amount of light entering the lens, thus helping you capture better photos.
- Growing popularity of landscape photography: Landscape photographers use Graduated Neutral Density Filters to capture beautiful landscapes without overexposing the sky or underexposing the foreground objects in their photos. As more people become interested in landscape photography, there will be an increased demand for Graduated Neutral Density Filters from photographers around the world.
Scope Of The Report
Report Attributes
Report Details
Report Title
Graduated Neutral Density Filters Market Research Report
By Type
Circular Type, Striped Type
By Application
Laser Module, Optical Instrument, Image Processing Equipment, Others
By Companies
Giai photonics, Huibo Optics, Daheng optical thin film center (OTF), Newport, Thorlabs, Edmund Optics, Wuhan Star Optic, Gengxu, BeiJing Optical Century Instrument, Hangzhou Shalom EO, Altechna, Holmarc Opto-Mechatronics P Ltd, DeLn Optics
Regions Covered
North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, MEA
Base Year
2021
Historical Year
2019 to 2020 (Data from 2010 can be provided as per availability)
Forecast Year
2030
Number of Pages
239
Number of Tables & Figures
168
Customization Available
Yes, the report can be customized as per your need.
Global Graduated Neutral Density Filters Market Report Segments:
The global Graduated Neutral Density Filters market is segmented on the basis of:
Types
Circular Type, Striped Type
The product segment provides information about the market share of each product and the respective CAGR during the forecast period. It lays out information about the product pricing parameters, trends, and profits that provides in-depth insights of the market. Furthermore, it discusses latest product developments & innovation in the market.
Applications
Laser Module, Optical Instrument, Image Processing Equipment, Others
The application segment fragments various applications of the product and provides information on the market share and growth rate of each application segment. It discusses the potential future applications of the products and driving and restraining factors of each application segment.
Some of the companies that are profiled in this report are:
- Giai photonics
- Huibo Optics
- Daheng optical thin film center (OTF)
- Newport
- Thorlabs
- Edmund Optics
- Wuhan Star Optic
- Gengxu
- BeiJing Optical Century Instrument
- Hangzhou Shalom EO
- Altechna
- Holmarc Opto-Mechatronics P Ltd
- DeLn Optics
Highlights of The Graduated Neutral Density Filters Market Report:
- The market structure and projections for the coming years.
- Drivers, restraints, opportunities, and current trends of market.
- Historical data and forecast.
- Estimations for the forecast period 2030.
- Developments and trends in the market.
- By Type:
- Circular Type
- Striped Type
- By Application:
- Laser Module
- Optical Instrument
- Image Processing Equipment
- Others
- Market scenario by region, sub-region, and country.
- Market share of the market players, company profiles, product specifications, SWOT analysis, and competitive landscape.
- Analysis regarding upstream raw materials, downstream demand, and current market dynamics.
- Government Policies, Macro & Micro economic factors are also included in the report.
We have studied the Graduated Neutral Density Filters Market in 360 degrees via. both primary & secondary research methodologies. This helped us in building an understanding of the current market dynamics, supply-demand gap, pricing trends, product preferences, consumer patterns & so on. The findings were further validated through primary research with industry experts & opinion leaders across countries. The data is further compiled & validated through various market estimation & data validation methodologies. Further, we also have our in-house data forecasting model to predict market growth up to 2030.
Regional Analysis
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
- Latin America
Note: A country of choice can be added in the report at no extra cost. If more than one country needs to be added, the research quote will vary accordingly.
The geographical analysis part of the report provides information about the product sales in terms of volume and revenue in regions. It lays out potential opportunities for the new entrants, emerging players, and major players in the region. The regional analysis is done after considering the socio-economic factors and government regulations of the countries in the regions.
How you may use our products:
- Correctly Positioning New Products
- Market Entry Strategies
- Business Expansion Strategies
- Consumer Insights
- Understanding Competition Scenario
- Product & Brand Management
- Channel & Customer Management
- Identifying Appropriate Advertising Appeals
8 Reasons to Buy This Report
- Includes a Chapter on the Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic On the Market
- Report Prepared After Conducting Interviews with Industry Experts & Top Designates of the Companies in the Market
- Implemented Robust Methodology to Prepare the Report
- Includes Graphs, Statistics, Flowcharts, and Infographics to Save Time
- Industry Growth Insights Provides 24/5 Assistance Regarding the Doubts in the Report
- Provides Information About the Top-winning Strategies Implemented by Industry Players.
- In-depth Insights On the Market Drivers, Restraints, Opportunities, and Threats
- Customization of the Report Available
Frequently Asked Questions?
Graduated neutral density filters are a type of filter that allow light to pass through them in a graduated manner. This allows you to control the amount of light that enters your camera or lens.
Some of the major players in the graduated neutral density filters market are Giai photonics, Huibo Optics, Daheng optical thin film center (OTF), Newport, Thorlabs, Edmund Optics, Wuhan Star Optic, Gengxu, BeiJing Optical Century Instrument, Hangzhou Shalom EO, Altechna, Holmarc Opto-Mechatronics P Ltd, DeLn Optics.
The graduated neutral density filters market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 6.5%.
Chapter 1 Executive Summary
Chapter 2 Assumptions and Acronyms Used
Chapter 3 Research Methodology
Chapter 4 Graduated Neutral Density Filters Market Overview
4.1 Introduction
4.1.1 Market Taxonomy
4.1.2 Market Definition
4.1.3 Macro-Economic Factors Impacting the Market Growth
4.2 Graduated Neutral Density Filters Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Market Drivers
4.2.2 Market Restraints
4.2.3 Market Opportunity
4.3 Graduated Neutral Density Filters Market - Supply Chain Analysis
4.3.1 List of Key Suppliers
4.3.2 List of Key Distributors
4.3.3 List of Key Consumers
4.4 Key Forces Shaping the Graduated Neutral Density Filters Market
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.3 Threat of Substitution
4.4.4 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.5 Competitive Rivalry
4.5 Global Graduated Neutral Density Filters Market Size & Forecast, 2020-2028
4.5.1 Graduated Neutral Density Filters Market Size and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2 Graduated Neutral Density Filters Market Absolute $ Opportunity
Chapter 5 Global Market Analysis and Forecast by Type
5.1 Introduction
5.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Type
5.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
5.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
5.2 Market Size Forecast by Type
5.2.1 Circular Type
5.2.2 Striped Type
5.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
Chapter 6 Global Market Analysis and Forecast by Applications
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Applications
6.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
6.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
6.2 Market Size Forecast by Applications
6.2.1 Laser Module
6.2.2 Optical Instrument
6.2.3 Image Processing Equipment
6.2.4 Others
6.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 7 Global Graduated Neutral Density Filters Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
7.1 Introduction
7.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Region
7.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
7.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
7.2 Graduated Neutral Density Filters Market Size Forecast by Region
7.2.1 North America
7.2.2 Europe
7.2.3 Asia Pacific
7.2.4 Latin America
7.2.5 Middle East & Africa (MEA)
7.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Region
Chapter 8 Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Impact
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Current & Future Impact Analysis
8.3 Economic Impact Analysis
8.4 Government Policies
8.5 Investment Scenario
Chapter 9 North America Analysis and Forecast
9.1 Introduction
9.2 North America Market Size Forecast by Country
9.2.1 U.S.
9.2.2 Canada
9.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
9.6 North America Market Size Forecast by Type
9.6.1 Circular Type
9.6.2 Striped Type
9.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
9.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
9.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
9.10 North America Market Size Forecast by Applications
9.10.1 Laser Module
9.10.2 Optical Instrument
9.10.3 Image Processing Equipment
9.10.4 Others
9.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
9.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
9.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 10 Europe Analysis and Forecast
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Europe Market Size Forecast by Country
10.2.1 Germany
10.2.2 France
10.2.3 Italy
10.2.4 U.K.
10.2.5 Spain
10.2.6 Russia
10.2.7 Rest of Europe
10.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
10.6 Europe Market Size Forecast by Type
10.6.1 Circular Type
10.6.2 Striped Type
10.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
10.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
10.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
10.10 Europe Market Size Forecast by Applications
10.10.1 Laser Module
10.10.2 Optical Instrument
10.10.3 Image Processing Equipment
10.10.4 Others
10.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
10.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
10.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 11 Asia Pacific Analysis and Forecast
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.1 China
11.2.2 Japan
11.2.3 South Korea
11.2.4 India
11.2.5 Australia
11.2.6 South East Asia (SEA)
11.2.7 Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
11.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
11.6 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Type
11.6.1 Circular Type
11.6.2 Striped Type
11.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
11.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
11.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
11.10 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Applications
11.10.1 Laser Module
11.10.2 Optical Instrument
11.10.3 Image Processing Equipment
11.10.4 Others
11.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
11.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
11.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 12 Latin America Analysis and Forecast
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Country
12.2.1 Brazil
12.2.2 Mexico
12.2.3 Rest of Latin America (LATAM)
12.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
12.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
12.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
12.6 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Type
12.6.1 Circular Type
12.6.2 Striped Type
12.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
12.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
12.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
12.10 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Applications
12.10.1 Laser Module
12.10.2 Optical Instrument
12.10.3 Image Processing Equipment
12.10.4 Others
12.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
12.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
12.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 13 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Analysis and Forecast
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Country
13.2.1 Saudi Arabia
13.2.2 South Africa
13.2.3 UAE
13.2.4 Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
13.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
13.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
13.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
13.6 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Type
13.6.1 Circular Type
13.6.2 Striped Type
13.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
13.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
13.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
13.10 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Applications
13.10.1 Laser Module
13.10.2 Optical Instrument
13.10.3 Image Processing Equipment
13.10.4 Others
13.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
13.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
13.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 14 Competition Landscape
14.1 Graduated Neutral Density Filters Market: Competitive Dashboard
14.2 Global Graduated Neutral Density Filters Market: Market Share Analysis, 2019
14.3 Company Profiles (Details – Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
14.3.1 Giai photonics
14.3.2 Huibo Optics
14.3.3 Daheng optical thin film center (OTF)
14.3.4 Newport
14.3.5 Thorlabs
14.3.6 Edmund Optics
14.3.7 Wuhan Star Optic
14.3.8 Gengxu
14.3.9 BeiJing Optical Century Instrument
14.3.10 Hangzhou Shalom EO
14.3.11 Altechna
14.3.12 Holmarc Opto-Mechatronics P Ltd
14.3.13 DeLn Optics
