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This section provides an overview for cmos camera modules as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 20 cmos camera module manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked cmos camera module companies as of January, 2026: 1.Nippon Chemi-Con Corporation., 2.MISUMI Electronics Corp, 3.ams-OSRAM AG.
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A CMOS camera module is a camera equipped with a CMOS image sensor.
Specifically, it performs image recognition and application detection. Advances in signal processing and other technologies have made it possible to reproduce rich colors and reduce power consumption. In addition, modules are miniaturized and can be customized for various applications.
With AI and 5G technologies flourishing in recent years, the market size of CMOS Camera Modules is increasing every year.
CMOS camera modules are small and can be customized for various applications. The main applications are various, including automotive, PC/smartphone, and factory/residential applications.
Products are used in various automotive cameras, accident recorders, intercoms, surveillance cameras, barcode scanners and various detection devices, making them ideal devices for image input devices. They are also used in PC cameras and wearable cameras to enable work-at-home and remote web conferencing.
A CMOS camera module converts light entering through the lens into an electrical signal to acquire an image. There are two main parts: the sensor part, which performs everything from photoelectric conversion to digitization, and the signal processing part, which performs image processing to produce an image that is visible to the human eye.
First, light concentrated through the lens is converted into electrical signals by the CMOS image sensor and integrated circuits. Then, the internal image processor converts them into digital image signals. This digital signal is then processed by a processor called a DSP and output as image data.
The lens, CMOS sensor, and DSP are very important components that determine the quality of the camera.
A CMOS camera module consists of the following components: optics, imaging sensor, and a signal processor. The components are mainly the lens, CMOS image sensor, lens, and substrate. The materials used are silicon, glass, metal, and various other materials.
Image sensors used in digital cameras are either CCD (charge-coupled device) image sensors or CMOS (complementary metal oxide semiconductor) image sensors. Both share the use of photodiodes, but differ in their manufacturing processes and signal amplification methods.
A CCD is a sensor that applies voltages to its electrodes in sequence, transfers the charge in a relay fashion, and finally amplifies the signal; a CMOS image sensor has a switch consisting of a photodiode and a CMOS transistor for each pixel, and amplifies the signal for each pixel.
The switches are attached to the photodiodes arranged in a grid, and by switching the switches and reading out one after another pixel by pixel, high-speed charge transfer can be achieved.
CMOS image sensors have the advantage of lower readout noise than CCDs because charge signals are amplified in each cell. In addition, it uses general-purpose semiconductor manufacturing equipment, resulting in lower manufacturing costs.
Compared to CCDs, CMOS image sensors have the advantage of smaller power consumption due to the smaller element size and are less prone to smear and blooming.
An image sensor consists of, from the surface, microlenses, camera filters, photodiodes, and transfer circuits. Light collected by the microlens is classified by color using a color filter. The principle is that the photodiode then performs optical conversion, converts the light into an electrical charge, and then transfers the electrical signal.
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Teledyne Photometrics, established in 1978 and based in Tucson, Arizona, is a designer and manufacturer of scientific CMOS, charged-couple device (CCD), and Electron-Multiplying CCD (EMCD) cameras. Some of its products include black-illuminated sCMOS and EMCCD cameras. The company is certified in ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 and serves several industries, including geospatial surveying, radiotherapy, radiography, semiconductor solutions, and aerospace. Besides providing a protection guarantee on every camera sold, the company also offers OEM support to enable its customers to integrate the devices into various configurations.
NXP was established in 2006 as a spinoff from Phillips and is headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands. The company is a co-founder of NFC communication and designs and manufactures semiconductors that serve the automotive, industrial, mobile, and smart home industries. The company’s automotive products include driver assistance transceivers, sensors, and security systems. For industrial markets, the company produces RFID readers, processors, and microcontrollers. For communication infrastructure, the company produces RF mixers, diodes, and low-noise amplifiers for wireless LAN networks. The company also produces peripherals, power management chips, communications chips, and interface devices.
Hamamatsu Photonics K.K., established in 1953 and headquartered in Hamamatsu, Japan, is a manufacturer of sensors and emitters for both visible and invisible light. It stocks products like LEDs, lamps, and photodiodes used in several industries, including consumer electronics, dental imaging, and environmental monitoring. The sensor and light source components are also available as modules and units that can be incorporated into systems the company develops, like optical measurement systems or imaging systems. The ISO 9001-certified company stocks over 15,000 devices, units, and systems that ship to over 100 destinations worldwide, and it has ten research and production bases.
ShenZhen Ronghua Technology co., LTD is a sensor and USB camera modules and optical lenses manufacturer established in China in 2013. In its catalogue, the company also includes electronic components, PCB plate making and SMT patch/plug-in processing. Its products are not only sold in China, but also exported to various countries and regions, including Europe, America and Southeast Asia. The firm has obtained ISO9001, CE, ROHS, UL and SGS certificates. It can also issue certificates of analysis/conformance; insurance; origin, and other export documents.
Nippon Chemi-Con Corporation. was established in 1931 and is a manufacturer of aluminum-based products, precision mechanical components, and electronics equipment based in Shinagawa, Tokyo, Japan. The company's product portofolio offers various products such as aluminum electrolytic capacitors, multilayer ceramic capacitors, inductors, camera module, and silicon wafer. The products have been used in various application such as electric power steering, direct injection engine control, solar power inverter, switching power supply, and automotive micro computer power supply. The company has passed the ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and ISO 14001 standards certification. The products are manufactured under the compliance of RoHS and REACH/SVHC standards.
Hangzhou Savgood Technology Co., Ltd., founded in 2013 and headquartered in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, is a manufacturer of ultra-long-range zoom camera modules. The company’s zoom camera modules and thermal camera modules, designed in partnership with SONY, Hikvision, and Dahua English, find applications across various sectors, including CCTV products, military devices, medical equipment, industrial applications, and robotics serving markets in North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. The product lineup includes a 4Mp 88x zoom module, 2Mp 80x zoom module, and 2Mp/4K/8Mp 50x zoom modules, both in-network and digital versions.
Located in Austria and Germany, Ams-Osram is a sensor design and manufacturing company that specializes in compact form factors, low power, high sensitivity, and multi-sensor applications. They were established in 1981 and were formerly known as austriamicrosystems AG. In 2012 it changed its name to ams AG. They have a technology portfolio for sensing, lighting, and visualization, ranging from light emitters and optical components to micro-modules, integrated circuits, and related software. Their work develops technology for use in the consumer, industrial, medical, and automotive sectors.
Gujarat Raffia Industries Limited, established in 1984 and based in Gujarat, India, is a manufacturer and supplier of PE Tarpaulin products and solutions. Its product portfolio include plastic sheeting, ground sheeting, geomembrane, tents, shelters, pond lining, fumigation cover, woven beds and vermibed. They are used in multiple industries including agriculture, food, industrial solutions, camping and relief sectors. The company also offers maintenance services, repair solutions, certified products, and engineered products.
SAMSUNG ELECTRO-MECHANICS, established in 1973 and based in Suwon, South Korea, is a manufacturer and supplier of MLCCs (Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors). The company's product portfolio includes chip resistors, camera modules, and MLCCs with high bending strength. These products are used in various industries, including consumer electronics, automotive, and telecommunications. The company is ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certified for its quality, safety, and environmental management, with a global network in various countries including the United States, Singapore, and India.
Ranking as of January 2026
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nippon Chemi-Con Corporation. |
10.0%
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| 2 | MISUMI Electronics Corp |
7.9%
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| 3 | ams-OSRAM AG |
7.4%
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| 4 | MOTOSHOT |
7.1%
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| 5 | GUJARAT RAFFIA INDUSTRIES LIMITED |
7.1%
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| 6 | NXP Semiconductors |
7.1%
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| 7 | Hangzhou Savgood Technology CO., Ltd |
5.8%
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| 8 | LITEFILM TECH CO., LTD |
5.5%
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| 9 | Frier Systems Japan Co., Ltd. |
5.3%
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| 10 | ShenZhen Ronghua Technology co., LTD |
5.0%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the cmos camera module page as of January 2026. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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Japan
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6 | 33.3% |
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China
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6 | 33.3% |
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Taiwan
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2 | 11.1% |
|
United States of America
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1 | 5.6% |
|
Netherlands
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1 | 5.6% |
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Austria
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1 | 5.6% |
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India
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1 | 5.6% |
231 products found
231 products
Asahi Electronics Research Institute Co., Ltd.
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◼︎CMOS camera module ・Ultra-small FPC board type CMOS camera module ・Provided with lens ・Same-day support for sample purchase and sample lending...
Moswell Co., Ltd.
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■Summary Analog I/F camera/power supply. 1/3 inch 470,000 pixel color camera. 960H, low distortion lens adopted. ■Features ・Small size: 44 (H) × ...
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Nissho Technology Co., Ltd.
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◼︎Features ・2 million pixel CMOS camera module using OV2640 ・Small size: 2.8cmx2.8cm ・Image collection possible through MCU I/O ・Equipped with ...
Asahi Electronics Research Institute Co., Ltd.
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■Features ・Global shutter ・Small model of 25mm x 25mm ・MAX60fps ・Lens can be changed - Developed in-house - Made in Japan for peace of mind ・C...
Nissho Technology Co., Ltd.
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◼︎Features ・2 million pixel CMOS camera module using OV2640 ・68 degree/120 degree/160 degree wide viewing angle lens ・24pin DVP interface
IDS Imaging Co., Ltd.
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■Summary The compact U3-38L0XCP Rev.1.2 industrial camera is equipped with a Sony IMX412 rolling shutter sensor (4,056x3,040px, 1.55µm pixel size, ...
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■Summary Analog I/F camera/power supply. 1/4 inch 300,000 pixel analog/digital output color board camera. Adopts low distortion lens. ■Features ・...
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■Features ・High sensitivity type - Developed in-house - Made in Japan for peace of mind ・Customization and specifications can be changed accordin...
IDS Imaging Co., Ltd.
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■Summary Sony's 1/2-inch rolling shutter sensor IMX412 is a U3-38L4XLS Rev.1.2 board-level camera that delivers powerful 12.33MP (4,056x3,040px, pi...
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■Summary Digital I/F camera. 2.1M PIXEL USB2.0/digital output color board camera. Adopts a low distortion camera. ■Features ・Single board configu...
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■Features ・Head operation type (FPC) ・Ultra small model with a thickness of approximately 5 mm - Developed in-house - Made in Japan for peace of ...
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■Summary The practical U3-38J6XLE Rev.1.2 industrial camera with 8.41MP and 4K resolution (3,864x2,176px, 25.1fps, pixel size 1.45µm) is especially...
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■Summary Analog I/F camera/power supply. 1/3 inch 470,000 pixel color camera. Adopts low distortion lens. ■Features ・Small size: 32 (H) × 32 (W) ...
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■Summary Analog I/F camera/power supply. 1/3 inch 470,000 pixel color camera. Adopts low distortion lens. ■Features ・48.2 (W) ×38.5 (D) ×52.5 (H)...
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■Product overview Camera module with USB interface, 300,000 pixels, equipped with OV7725 CMOS sensor.
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"KURO" is a CMOS (SCMOS) camera equipped with the world's first Back-Illuminateded. KURO, which has high sensitivity and high -speed frame rate, is...
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■Summary Analog I/F camera/power supply. DAY/NIGHT WDR color camera. ■Features ・Adopts 1/3 type 380,000 pixels (effective), WDR CMOS sensor ・Wit...
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■High near-infrared sensitivity IMX464's greatest feature is its high sensitivity in the near-infrared light region. It offers a new shooting style...
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SC311 is the latest Wi-Fi camera launched by SVBONY for astrophotography. It uses the latest Sony IMX662 back-illuminated sensor. This camera has u...
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SV905C is a lower color guiding camera equipped with SONY IMX225 sensor. High sensitivity enables stable auto-guiding even with dim guide stars. It...
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The SV405CC cooled camera is equipped with a SONY IMX294 back-illuminated Four Thirds size sensor. It uses C-MOS with a wide dynamic range resultin...
