Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Market Report – Research, Industry Analysis Reports and Market Demands

Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

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Table of Content

1 Market Overview

1.1 Product Overview and Scope
1.2 Market Estimation Caveats and Base Year
1.3 Market Analysis by Type
- 1.3.1 Overview: Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Consumption Value by Type: 2020 Versus 2024 Versus 2031
- 1.3.2 Prime Lens
- 1.3.3 Zoom Lens
1.4 Market Analysis by Application
- 1.4.1 Overview: Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Consumption Value by Application: 2020 Versus 2024 Versus 2031
- 1.4.2 Industrial
- 1.4.3 Military and Defense
- 1.4.4 Scientific Research
- 1.4.5 Others
1.5 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Market Size & Forecast
- 1.5.1 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Consumption Value (2020 & 2024 & 2031)
- 1.5.2 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity (2020-2031)
- 1.5.3 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Average Price (2020-2031)

2 Manufacturers Profiles

3 Competitive Environment: Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses by Manufacturer

3.1 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
3.2 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Revenue by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
3.3 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Average Price by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
3.4 Market Share Analysis (2024)
- 3.4.1 Producer Shipments of Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses by Manufacturer Revenue ($MM) and Market Share (%): 2024
- 3.4.2 Top 3 Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Manufacturer Market Share in 2024
- 3.4.3 Top 6 Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Manufacturer Market Share in 2024
3.5 Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Market: Overall Company Footprint Analysis
- 3.5.1 Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Market: Region Footprint
- 3.5.2 Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Market: Company Product Type Footprint
- 3.5.3 Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Market: Company Product Application Footprint
3.6 New Market Entrants and Barriers to Market Entry
3.7 Mergers, Acquisition, Agreements, and Collaborations

4 Consumption Analysis by Region

4.1 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Market Size by Region
- 4.1.1 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Region (2020-2031)
- 4.1.2 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Consumption Value by Region (2020-2031)
- 4.1.3 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Average Price by Region (2020-2031)
4.2 North America Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Consumption Value (2020-2031)
4.3 Europe Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Consumption Value (2020-2031)
4.4 Asia-Pacific Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Consumption Value (2020-2031)
4.5 South America Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Consumption Value (2020-2031)
4.6 Middle East & Africa Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Consumption Value (2020-2031)

5 Market Segment by Type

5.1 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
5.2 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Consumption Value by Type (2020-2031)
5.3 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Average Price by Type (2020-2031)

6 Market Segment by Application

6.1 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
6.2 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Consumption Value by Application (2020-2031)
6.3 Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Average Price by Application (2020-2031)

7 North America

7.1 North America Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
7.2 North America Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
7.3 North America Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Market Size by Country
- 7.3.1 North America Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
- 7.3.2 North America Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
- 7.3.3 United States Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 7.3.4 Canada Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 7.3.5 Mexico Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

8 Europe

8.1 Europe Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
8.2 Europe Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
8.3 Europe Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Market Size by Country
- 8.3.1 Europe Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
- 8.3.2 Europe Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
- 8.3.3 Germany Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 8.3.4 France Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 8.3.5 United Kingdom Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 8.3.6 Russia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 8.3.7 Italy Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

9 Asia-Pacific

9.1 Asia-Pacific Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
9.2 Asia-Pacific Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
9.3 Asia-Pacific Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Market Size by Region
- 9.3.1 Asia-Pacific Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Region (2020-2031)
- 9.3.2 Asia-Pacific Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Consumption Value by Region (2020-2031)
- 9.3.3 China Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 9.3.4 Japan Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 9.3.5 South Korea Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 9.3.6 India Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 9.3.7 Southeast Asia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 9.3.8 Australia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

10 South America

10.1 South America Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
10.2 South America Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
10.3 South America Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Market Size by Country
- 10.3.1 South America Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
- 10.3.2 South America Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
- 10.3.3 Brazil Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 10.3.4 Argentina Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

11 Middle East & Africa

11.1 Middle East & Africa Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
11.2 Middle East & Africa Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
11.3 Middle East & Africa Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Market Size by Country
- 11.3.1 Middle East & Africa Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
- 11.3.2 Middle East & Africa Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
- 11.3.3 Turkey Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 11.3.4 Egypt Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 11.3.5 Saudi Arabia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
- 11.3.6 South Africa Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

12 Market Dynamics

12.1 Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Market Drivers
12.2 Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Market Restraints
12.3 Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Trends Analysis
12.4 Porters Five Forces Analysis
- 12.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
- 12.4.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 12.4.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 12.4.4 Threat of Substitutes
- 12.4.5 Competitive Rivalry

13 Raw Material and Industry Chain

13.1 Raw Material of Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses and Key Manufacturers
13.2 Manufacturing Costs Percentage of Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses
13.3 Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Production Process
13.4 Industry Value Chain Analysis

14 Shipments by Distribution Channel

14.1 Sales Channel
- 14.1.1 Direct to End-User
- 14.1.2 Distributors
14.2 Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Typical Distributors
14.3 Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses Typical Customers

15 Research Findings and Conclusion

16 Appendix

16.1 Methodology
16.2 Research Process and Data Source

Description

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses market size was valued at US$ 28 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 47.7 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 8.0% during review period.
Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) lenses refer to optical lenses that are designed to operate in the short wavelength infrared range of the electromagnetic spectrum. This region typically spans from approximately 1,000 to 2,500 nanometers (nm). SWIR lenses are specifically designed to capture and focus light in this wavelength range, enabling imaging and analysis of objects or scenes that emit or reflect SWIR light. The design and construction of SWIR lenses take into account the unique characteristics and challenges associated with operating in the SWIR range. They are often composed of special materials or coatings optimized for SWIR transmission and possess specific optical properties to ensure accurate focusing and minimal aberrations. SWIR lenses can be mounted on cameras or integrated into specialized imaging systems to enable various applications in fields such as remote sensing, machine vision, and thermal imaging.
The short-wavelength infrared (SWIR) lens market has developed rapidly in recent years. With the advancement of technology and the diversification of application needs, SWIR lenses have played an important role in many industries. Short-wavelength infrared lenses mainly transmit infrared rays and are widely used in imaging, sensing, industrial inspection, agricultural monitoring, security prevention and other fields. With the continuous expansion of the industry, the SWIR lens market has shown a strong growth momentum and is expected to continue to expand its market share in the future and bring a series of new development opportunities.
First, the application of SWIR lenses in the fields of imaging and sensing is becoming more and more popular. In the fields of security monitoring, night vision systems and unmanned driving, SWIR lenses have become an indispensable component because they can provide clearer images in low-light conditions. In complex environments such as haze, smoke or at night, SWIR lenses can effectively penetrate these obstacles and provide higher image quality than visible light lenses. Therefore, the demand for SWIR lenses continues to grow in the fields of security monitoring, military reconnaissance, drone imaging, etc.
Secondly, in the field of industrial inspection, SWIR lenses have become a powerful tool due to their ability to penetrate different materials. For example, in semiconductor manufacturing, SWIR lenses can detect surface defects of silicon wafers and other tiny manufacturing defects. In terms of food and drug testing, SWIR lenses can help monitor the internal composition of substances, such as moisture content, fat content, etc., and improve the quality control level of products. In addition, SWIR lenses are also widely used in non-destructive testing (NDT) to help detect the operating status of machines and equipment and detect potential faults in advance.
In the future, the SWIR lens market will continue to develop and face a series of new trends. First, with the advancement of material technology, new and efficient SWIR lens materials will continue to emerge. At present, the commonly used materials for SWIR lenses include germanium (Ge), gallium arsenide (GaAs), indium gallium arsenide (InGaAs), etc., which can provide good transmittance in the SWIR band. However, with the development of new semiconductor materials and nanotechnology, the performance of SWIR lenses will be further improved in the future. For example, innovations in quantum dot technology and optical coatings may make SWIR lenses more sensitive in different wavelength ranges, further broadening their application areas.
In addition, with the continuous development of AI (artificial intelligence) and deep learning technology, the combination of SWIR lenses and intelligent imaging systems will become an important development direction. By combining AI technology, SWIR imaging systems can automatically identify and analyze details in images, improving work efficiency and accuracy. For example, in security monitoring, SWIR lenses combined with AI algorithms can realize intelligent functions such as real-time face recognition and behavior analysis, further improving the intelligence level of the monitoring system.
The future of the SWIR lens market will also benefit from the development of 5G and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. With the popularization of 5G networks and the increase in IoT devices, SWIR lenses will be able to combine with these emerging technologies to provide more intelligent and efficient imaging and sensing services. For example, in the construction of smart cities, SWIR lenses can be used as key monitoring and sensing equipment to help realize real-time monitoring and analysis of urban environment, traffic flow, etc.
Global key players of Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses include Schneider Group, Kowa Company, Nanjing Wavelength Opto-Electronic, Navitar, StingRay Optics, Opto Engineering, etc. The top two players hold a share over 51%. North America is the largest market, has a share about 40%, followed by Europe, and China, with share 33% and 20%, separately. In terms of product type, Prime Lens is the largest segment, occupied for a share of 70%, and in terms of application, Industrial has a share about 34 percent.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (K USD/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (K USD/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (K USD/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and ASP (K USD/Unit), 2020-2025
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Schneider Group, Kowa Company, Nanjing Wavelength Opto-Electronic, Navitar, StingRay Optics, Opto Engineering, Shibuya Optical, Seiwa Optical, Limit Optics, SPACE, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Prime Lens
Zoom Lens
Market segment by Application
Industrial
Military and Defense
Scientific Research
Others
Major players covered
Schneider Group
Kowa Company
Nanjing Wavelength Opto-Electronic
Navitar
StingRay Optics
Opto Engineering
Shibuya Optical
Seiwa Optical
Limit Optics
SPACE
Beck Optronic Solutions
Resolve Optics
YAMAKO
SWIR Vision Systems
HongKe
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Short Wavelength Infra-Red (SWIR) Lenses sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.

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