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Microscopy is the technical practice of examining samples and objects through microscopes, utilizing magnification or resolution capabilities beyond the capacity of the human eye.
The main categories within microscopy include microscopes, accessories, and software. Microscopes are optical devices equipped with magnifying lenses or lens collections, allowing the inspection of items that may not be clearly visible or detailed enough for the naked eye. Microscopy finds applications across various fields such as semiconductors, life sciences, materials science, nanotechnology, and more. The end-users encompass industries such as industrial, electronics, and semiconductor, as well as the automotive, food and beverages, diagnostic and pathology labs, pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies, CROs (Contract Research Organizations), academic and research institutes, among others.
The microscopy market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides microscopy market statistics, including the microscopy industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a microscopy market share, detailed microscopy market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the microscopy industry. This microscopy 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 microscopy market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $9.74 billion in 2024 to $10.43 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to research and development in life sciences, drug discovery and development needs, material science and nanotechnology applications, increasing adoption in clinical diagnostics, quality control in manufacturing processes.
The microscopy market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $14.57 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rise in demand for point-of-care diagnostics, application in environmental monitoring, expansion of aerospace and automotive industries, remote microscopy and digital pathology, enhanced imaging in neuroscience research. Major trends in the forecast period include super-resolution microscopy, integration of artificial intelligence (AI), multiplexed imaging, cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-em), 3d imaging and reconstruction, quantitative microscopy techniques.
The increasing demand for pharmaceutical and cell biology research is anticipated to drive the growth of the microscopy market. This type of research involves the discovery and development of potential drug candidates and compounds designed for medicinal use in treating diseases. The pharmaceutical industry focuses on discovering, developing, and manufacturing medicines that cure, alleviate symptoms, and provide vaccinations against various illnesses. Microscopy techniques play a crucial role in diverse research projects, including biosimilars, stem cell research, pharmacology, and other biomedical studies, as they allow scientists to visualize and examine the structure and function of cells. For example, in November 2023, the National Association of Manufacturers, a U.S.-based organization, reported that the pharmaceutical industry invests 16.6% of its sales into research and development (R&D), which is nearly 3.5 times higher than the average R&D investment percentage among U.S. industries. Consequently, the rising demand for pharmaceutical and cell biology research is expected to fuel the growth of the microscopy market.
The microscopy market is poised for growth due to the increasing demand in the semiconductor industry. This industry encompasses the design, development, manufacturing, and distribution of semiconductor devices. Microscopy is integral to ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of semiconductor devices by facilitating detailed inspection, defect identification, and optimization of manufacturing processes. In April 2022, global semiconductor sales exhibited a 21.1% increase compared to April 2021, as reported by the World Semiconductor Trade Statistics Organization. The surge in demand within the semiconductor industry is a driving force behind the growth of the microscopy market.
Key players in the microscopy market are strategically focusing on innovative products to boost revenues. Nikon Corporation, a Japan-based optics and imaging products company, introduced Eclipse Ui in April 2023. This digital imaging microscope enhances medical diagnosis and research by offering advanced imaging capabilities, eliminating the need for an eyepiece lens, and facilitating image sharing on a screen. The Eclipse Ui's unique design enhances the pathologist's observation workflow, reduces physical strain, and improves the overall pathological observation experience.
The microscopy market is witnessing the development of advanced solutions, such as high-sensitivity scanning probe microscope systems. Hitachi High-Tech Corporation, a Japan-based company operating in various high-tech fields, launched AFM100 Pro in June 2022. This high-sensitivity scanning probe microscope system provides enhanced sensitivity and high-precision measurement at the atomic and molecular scales. It finds applications in diverse industries, including semiconductor, polymer, and biomedical, for research and development as well as quality control.
In November 2022, Bruker Corporation, a US-based scientific equipment manufacturer, acquired Inscopix, Inc This acquisition aims to strengthen Bruker Corporation's position in in vivo brain functional imaging and preclinical MRI systems, gaining a competitive advantage in neurotherapeutics. Inscopix, Inc., a US-based company specializing in medical devices and microscopy technology development, adds valuable capabilities to Bruker Corporation's portfolio.
Major companies operating in the microscopy market include Nikon Instruments Inc., Bruker Corporation, Olympus Corporation, Carl Zeiss AG, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Danaher Corporation, JEOL Ltd., Hitachi Ltd., Oxford Instruments plc., AMETEK Inc., NT-MDT Spectrum Instruments, Meiji Techno Co Ltd, Accu-Scope Inc., Takagi Seiko Corporation, Sonix Inc., Konan Medical Inc., Woodley Equipment Company Ltd, Radical Scientific Equipments Private Limited, Mauna Kea Technologies, Topcon Healthcare, ATMOS Medizintechnik GmbH, Agilent Technologies Inc., General Electric Company, Labomed Inc., Alltion Co Ltd, Alcon Inc., ARI Medical Technology Co Ltd, Avante Health Solutions, Buehler, Celestron, Danish Micro Engineering, HAAG-STREIT Surgical GmbH
North America was the largest region in the microscopy market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the microscopy market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the microscopy market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the microscopy market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The microscopy market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as optical microscopy, fluorescence microscopy, phase contrast microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, and scanning probe microscopy. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.
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.
Microscopy Global Market Report 2025 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.
This report focuses on microscopy 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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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 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.