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IDC: Global handheld smart camera shipments hit 5.89M in Q2 2026, DJI holds 73% share
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According to a report from the International Data Corporation (IDC) released on September 23, 2026, the global handheld smart camera market saw total shipments of 5.89 million units in the second quarter of 2026, representing a 57% year-on-year increase. Chinese drone and camera maker DJI dominated the market, capturing a 73% global market share. The report further highlighted that pocket gimbal cameras were the largest sub-segment within the industry, with global shipments reaching 2.79 million units in Q2 2026. Within this specific category, DJI's Pocket series gimbal cameras held an overwhelming 93% market share. The data underscores DJI's strong position in the consumer camera market, particularly in the growing handheld and pocket camera segments.
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September 23 — International Data Corporation (IDC) has released its Global Handheld Smart Camera Market Tracker Report for Q2 2026.
According to the report, global shipments of handheld smart cameras totaled 5.89 million units in the second quarter of 2026, representing a 57% year-over-year increase.
Key highlights include:
- DJI captured 73% of the global market share.
- Pocket gimbal cameras remained the largest segment within the industry, with global shipments reaching 2.79 million units in Q2 2026.
- Within this segment, DJI’s Pocket series accounted for 93% of the market share.
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Global handheld smart camera shipments surge 57% in Q2 2026, DJI holds 73% share