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China: Cinematographic Camera Market 2025

Cinematographic Camera Market Size in China

In 2022, the Chinese cinematographic camera market increased by 13% to $X, rising for the seventh consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, consumption enjoyed prominent growth. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Cinematographic Camera Production in China

In value terms, cinematographic camera production surged to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a perceptible shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 63% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Cinematographic Camera Exports

Exports from China

In 2022, exports of cinematographic cameras for film from China surged to X units, picking up by 35,575% on the previous year. Over the period under review, exports showed a resilient expansion. The exports peaked at X units in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cinematographic camera exports fell to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, faced a sharp contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 23,215%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Russia (X units) was the main destination for cinematographic camera exports from China, with a 79% share of total exports. Moreover, cinematographic camera exports to Russia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the Philippines (X units), sevenfold. Japan (X units) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Russia stood at -20.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Philippines (0.0% per year) and Japan (+93.4% per year).

It was followed by Japan, with a 2.1% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Russia totaled -73.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Philippines (0.0% per year) and Japan (-89.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cinematographic camera export price amounted to $X per unit, waning by -99.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price faced a sharp downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by 44% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Kazakhstan ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to the Philippines ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (-4.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Cinematographic Camera Imports

Imports into China

After two years of decline, overseas purchases of cinematographic cameras for film increased by 223% to X units in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded resilient growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 2,283%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X units. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cinematographic camera imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 725% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X units) constituted the largest cinematographic camera supplier to China, accounting for a approx. 17% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States amounted to -2.5%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cinematographic cameras for film to China.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States totaled -2.2%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cinematographic camera import price amounted to $X per unit, shrinking by -30% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 1,046% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to +0.3% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cinematographic cameras for film in the world?

The United States remains the largest cinematographic camera consuming country worldwide, accounting for 27% of total volume. Moreover, cinematographic camera consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United Arab Emirates, fivefold. Hungary ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.9% share.

What are the largest producers of cinematographic cameras for film in the world?

The country with the largest volume of cinematographic camera production was the United States, comprising approx. 40% of total volume. Moreover, cinematographic camera production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United Arab Emirates, fivefold. Taiwan Chinese) ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cinematographic cameras for film to China?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of cinematographic camera to China, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Taiwan Chinese), with an 8.2% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of cinematographic cameras for film from China?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates remains the key foreign market for cinematographic camera exports from China, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Hong Kong SAR, with a 3.6% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for cinematographic cameras for film in China?

In 2021, the average cinematographic camera export price amounted to $75 per unit, rising by 29% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cinematographic cameras for film in China?

The average cinematographic camera import price stood at $1,751 per unit in 2021, reducing by -35.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cinematographic camera market in China. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 26701500 - Cinematographic cameras for film

Country coverage:

China

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in China
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024