IDC reports Q2 2026 global handheld smart camera market data
According to IT Home, IDC reported that global handheld smart camera shipments exceeded 5.88 million units in Q2 2026, a year-on-year increase of 57%, with sales reaching nearly 15.7 billion RMB. The firm projects the market will approach 41 million units by 2030, representing a five-year compound annual growth rate of nearly 20%.
Key facts
- 01DJI held the top position with a 73% shipment market share, up 87% year-on-year, while Insta360 ranked second with a 20% share and 40% growth.
- 02Global action camera shipments surpassed 2.55 million units, with detachable 'thumb' cameras growing over 300% year-on-year.
- 03Gimbal camera shipments approached 2.80 million units, an 87% year-on-year increase, driven by strong sales in the Chinese market during summer promotions.
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