The global trail camera market size was valued at USD 86.6 million in 2018 and will expand further at a CAGR of 7.1% from 2019 to 2025. Increasing spending on wildlife research and monitoring is expected to remain a key factor driving the market. Moreover, increasing the scope of application in outdoor security is likely to boost the product demand further.
Increasing wildlife monitoring activities also play a crucial role in promoting product usage, which, in turn, drives the market growth. Moreover, this technology is widely utilized in research activities by zoologists and biologists. According to data provided by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), more than 90 animal species are considered endangered.
Out of these, around 50 animal species including Javan Rhino, Orangutan, Saola, Sumatran Elephant, and Bengal Tiger are critically endangered. Increasing security concerns in commercial and residential sectors across the globe are also propelling the product demand. These cameras are installed in the outdoor areas where CCTV installation is too expensive or it is difficult to install due to the lack of power supply.
These cameras are battery powered and offer high portability, which is also expected to propel the product demand. Governments across the globe are installing trail cameras in remote areas to prevent criminal activities. This is further projected to boost market growth over the forecast period.
8 to 12 MP pixel size segment led the global trail camera market in 2018 with a share of more than 55%. This segment dominated the market as these products have features, which are compatible with capturing high-resolution images, tip-lapse, and HD videos with clear audio. To cater to the rising demand, manufacturers are focusing on developing a new product with advanced technologies. For instance, in January 2017, PRADCO Outdoor Brands, Inc. launched hi-tech game cameras S-50i, first of its S-Series under the brand name ‘Moultrie’ in ATA Trade Show. The company also launched an improved version of multipurpose A-Series, including A-30i, A-30, and the A-35. These products are embedded with improved image sensors for better image quality.
Wildlife monitoring and research was the largest application segment in 2018 with a share of more than 60%. The major demand in this application is generated from wildlife film-makers who require close-up and HD videos and still images. Many forest rangers, researchers, zoologists, and biologists also use these cameras for wildlife monitoring.
Deforestation has become one of the major problems for governments across the world. Moreover, the smuggling of conserved plant species including Red Sandalwood has become a major concern for environmentalists. These cameras help in monitoring and tracking such illegal activities in dense forests.
North America was the largest market in 2018 and accounted for a share of more than 30%. Rising recreational and animal monitoring & research activities in the region has propelled the product demand. The U.S. government has effectively implemented the Science Support Partnership (SSP) program, a collaboration between the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the U.S. Geological Survey, to obtain crucial information required for the effective management of nation’s natural resources. On the other hand, Asia Pacific is projected to expand at the fastest CAGR of 7.6% from 2019 to 2025.
Key companies in the market include Browning Trail Cameras; Wildgame Innovations LLC; Vista Outdoor, Inc.; and GG Telecom. These companies have undertaken market strategies including product portfolio and distribution channel expansions, product and technological developments, and merger & acquisition to gain the maximum market share. For instance, in March 2018, Browning Trail Cameras launched Recon Force Extreme 4K, which can capture HD videos at 60 frames per second (fps). The company also launched Strike Force XD Pro and Dark Ops XD Pro with dual-lens technology.
Report Attribute |
Details |
The market size value in 2020 |
USD 98.9 million |
The revenue forecast in 2025 |
USD 140 million |
Growth Rate |
CAGR of 7.1% from 2019 to 2025 |
The base year for estimation |
2018 |
Historical data |
2015 - 2017 |
Forecast period |
2019 - 2025 |
Quantitative units |
Revenue in USD million/billion and CAGR from 2019 to 2025 |
Report coverage |
Revenue forecast, company ranking, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends |
Segments covered |
Pixel size, application, region |
Regional scope |
North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Central & South America; Middle East & Africa |
Country scope |
U.S.; U.K.; Germany; China; India; Brazil; South Africa |
Key companies profiled |
Browning Trail Cameras; Wildgame Innovations LLC; Vista Outdoor, Inc.; GG Telecom |
Customization scope |
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This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2015 to 2025. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global trail camera market report based on pixel size, application, and region:
Pixel Size Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2015 - 2025)
Below 8 MP
8 to 12 MP
Above 12 MP
Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2015 - 2025)
Wildlife Monitoring & Research
Security
Others
Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2015 - 2025)
North America
The U.S.
Europe
U.K.
Germany
Asia Pacific
China
India
Central & South America
Brazil
Middle East & Africa
South Africa
b. North America dominated the trail camera market with a share of 31.1% in 2019. This is attributable to rising recreational and animal monitoring & research activities in the region along with increasing number of geological survey.
b. Some key players operating in the trail camera market include Browning Trail Cameras; Wildgame Innovations LLC; Vista Outdoor, Inc.; and GG Telecom
b. Key factors that are driving the market growth include increasing spending on wildlife research and monitoring along with increasing scope of application in the outdoor security and usage of this product for research activities by zoologists and biologists.
b. The global trail camera market size was estimated at USD 92.5 Million in 2019 and is expected to reach USD 98.9 Million in 2020.
b. The global trail camera market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 7.1% from 2019 to 2025 to reach USD 140 Million by 2025.
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