According to eeNews, data from market research firm Strategy Analytics showed that the global smartphone image sensor market revenue in 2021 will be $15.1 billion, an increase of more than 3% compared with 2020.
For years, the market was led by Sony Semiconductor Solutions, followed by Samsung and OmniVision. Among them, Sony Semiconductor Solutions leads with a 45% revenue share, Samsung 26%, and OmniVision 11%. In 2021, these top three suppliers will account for nearly 83% of the revenue share of the global smartphone image sensor market.
In terms of classification, in terms of smartphone multi-camera applications, image sensors used for depth of field and macro have reached a 30% share, while image sensors used for ultra-wide angle have a share of more than 15%.
Stephen Entwistle, Vice President of Strategy Analytics’ Strategic Technology Practice commented: “Large size and high-resolution image sensors will be a key growth area as OEMs focus on implementing superior camera capabilities in smartphones. However, market demand Continued to be impacted by CIS inventories and shortages of smartphone components.”