PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1847302
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Body-worn cameras are compact devices fitted with cameras that individuals, often law enforcement officers, security personnel, or other professionals in public-facing roles, wear on their person. These cameras are specifically designed to capture audio and video footage of various interactions, incidents, and events from the wearer's point of view.
The primary types of body-worn cameras are recording and live streaming. Recording involves capturing video content for later viewing or analysis, while live streaming enables real-time transmission of video footage. These cameras offer different resolutions, including 4K, full HD (high definition), HD (high definition), and other resolutions. The recorded content is distributed through various channels, including offline and online platforms, catering to diverse end-users such as law enforcement, military personnel, transportation workers, individuals in sports and leisure activities, and other relevant sectors.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The sharp rise in U.S. tariffs and the ensuing trade tensions in spring 2025 are having a significant impact on the information technology sector, especially in hardware manufacturing, data infrastructure, and software deployment. Increased duties on imported semiconductors, circuit boards, and networking equipment have driven up production and operating costs for tech companies, cloud service providers, and data centers. Firms that depend on globally sourced components for laptops, servers, and consumer electronics are grappling with extended lead times and mounting pricing pressures. At the same time, tariffs on specialized software and retaliatory actions by key international markets have disrupted global IT supply chains and dampened foreign demand for U.S.-made technologies. In response, the sector is ramping up investments in domestic chip production, broadening its supplier network, and leveraging AI-powered automation to improve resilience and manage costs more effectively.
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The body-worn camera market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $0.93 billion in 2024 to $1.04 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing high-profile incidents, government support and initiatives, rising civil rights concerns, increasing criminal investigations, and evidence collection.
The body-worn camera market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.62 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing public awareness, demand for accountability in law enforcement, rising globalization, growing crime rates, and increasing hands-free recording tools. Major trends in the forecast period include law enforcement technologies, wearable technology, facial recognition, high-resolution cameras, advancements in camera technology, and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced analytics.
The forecast of 11.8% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 1.5% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. Body-worn camera production in the U.S. may suffer setbacks as tariffs inflate the cost of key imports like imaging sensors, lithium batteries, and memory modules from countries like Japan and China. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.
The increasing popularity of adventure tourism is anticipated to drive growth in the body-worn camera market in the foreseeable future. Adventure tourism, characterized by exploration or travel involving risk and physical exertion, has witnessed a surge in demand driven by various factors, including the growing preference for outdoor recreation and experiential travel. Body-worn cameras play a vital role in enhancing the adventure tourism experience by capturing memorable moments, promoting safety, and facilitating educational opportunities. For example, in 2023, the Adventure Travel Trade Association reported a significant increase in the number of travelers, reflecting the rising interest in adventure tourism and subsequently driving the demand for body-worn cameras.
Leading companies in the body-worn camera market are investing in the development of innovative products such as the Axon Body Workforce to improve device functionality and efficiency. The Axon Body Workforce camera is designed for everyday use, offering features such as a full-shift battery, secure mounting options, and a lightweight design. In January 2024, Axon Enterprise Inc. introduced the Axon Body Workforce, targeting frontline workers in retail and healthcare sectors. This new generation body camera aims to address workplace violence concerns, providing enhanced safety and security measures for employees.
In August 2023, Wrap Technologies Inc. strengthened its position in the body-worn camera market through the acquisition of Intrensic LLC for approximately $2.7 million. This strategic move enables Wrap to expand its product offerings and create a fully integrated technology ecosystem, catering to the needs of law enforcement and public safety sectors. Intrensic LLC, known for its expertise in manufacturing body-worn cameras, aligns well with Wrap's vision of providing cutting-edge security solutions to its clients.
Major companies operating in the body-worn camera market are Sony Corporation, Panasonic Corporation, Motorola Solutions Inc., Garmin Ltd., NICE Systems Ltd., Axon Enterprise Inc., GoPro Inc., Hytera Communications Corporation Limited, Safe Fleet Acquisition Corp, Transcend Information Inc., WatchGuard Technologies Inc., CP PLUS International, Safety Vision LLC, Digital Ally Inc., Wireless CCTV LLC, Utility Associates Inc., Diamante Technology Co. Ltd., Veho (Muvi), Pro-Vision Solutions LLC, Reveal Media Ltd., VIEVU LLC, Wrap Technologies Inc., Pinnacle Response Ltd., LensLock Inc., Shenzhen AEE Technology Company, Excelerate Technology Limited, Getac Video Solutions Inc., COBAN Technologies Inc.
North America was the largest region in the body-worn camera market in 2024. Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the body-worn camera market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the body-worn camera market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The body-worn camera market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as video recording, audio recording, evidence collection, transparency and accountability, training and evaluation, de-escalation, and conflict resolution. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The body-worn camera market also includes sales of mounting accessories, battery packs or power banks, charging stations, docking stations, memory cards or storage devices, and accessories for enhancements. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
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.
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