September 9-11, 2026
Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center
Shenzhen, China
Fueled by the steady expansion of consumer electronics, automotive, and semiconductor industries—combined with the explosive growth of AI, high-speed optical communications, and AR/VR—the global precision optics industry has entered a golden era of technological innovation, surging demand, and value creation.
Driven by breakthroughs in materials and manufacturing processes, optical products are evolving toward higher performance, greater precision, lighter weight, and enhanced reliability.
CIOE stands at the center of this transformation. As the world's leading photonics event, CIOE brings together the complete optical ecosystem—from cutting-edge materials, precision components to advanced manufacturing solutions. Secure your participation today and position yourself at the center of the most dynamic growth phase.
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Miniaturization and performance upgrades of optical lenses and camera modules are an unstoppable industry trend. Whether you are seeking imaging solutions for consumer electronics, core components for automotive optics, optical modules for medical endoscopy, or cutting‑edge waveguide technologies for AR/VR, CIOE 2026 Precision Optics Expo & Camera Expo offers you a one‑stop sourcing and networking platform to connect with the entire ecosystem.
Consumer Electronics – Optical technology is the cornerstone for visual perception, image upgrading, and interactive innovation in smart devices. Glass‑based precision optical components, with their exceptional optical performance and high environmental durability, are perfectly suited for the miniaturized and lightweight designs of premium consumer electronics. A landmark example is Apple's Meta lens technology.
AR/VR - The AR/VR optics sector is being propelled by both technological breakthroughs and mass-production deployment. Applied Materials (AMAT) has launched a new nanophotonic waveguide display platform, delivering core optical solutions for lightweight consumer AI glasses. Volume holographic waveguides—a key enabling technology—are now in mass production, with the first million-sheet annual production line operational and orders exceeding 1 million pieces.
Automotive Optics – The global ADAS camera lens market is valued at $1.66 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach $5.569 billion by 2032. Glass lenses command a dominant 91% market share, and Level 2 autonomous vehicles represent the largest application segment. Surging demand for in‑vehicle lenses, HUD optical assemblies, and LiDAR optics is pushing lens development toward higher brightness, wider FOV, and enhanced reliability.
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