Visual Effects Market

Visual Effects (VFX) Market Opportunities, Challenges, Strategies & Forecasts

Visual Effects Market

Visual Effects (VFX) Market Opportunities, Challenges, Strategies & Forecasts

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The global Visual Effects (VFX) market was valued at $XX million in 2020, and MAResearch analysts predict the global market size will reach $XX million by the end of 2030, growing at a CAGR of XX% between 2021 and 2030.

Since the COVID-19 virus outbreak in December 2019, the disease has spread to all countries and territories around the world and 2 international conveyances. The global impacts of COVID-19 are already starting to be felt, and will significantly affect this industry in 2020 and 2021.

This report analyses the impact of COVID-19 on this industry. COVID-19 can affect the global market in 3 ways: by directly affecting production and demand, by creating supply chain and market disruption, and by its financial impact on enterprises and financial markets.

This report provides detailed historical analysis of global market for Visual Effects (VFX) from 2015-2020, and provides extensive market forecasts from 2021-2030 by region/country and subsectors. It covers the sales volume, price, revenue, gross margin, historical growth and future perspectives in the Visual Effects (VFX) market.

Leading players of Visual Effects (VFX) including:

Industrial Light and Magic

The Mill

Weta Digital

Moving Picture Company (MPC)

DNEG

Sony Pictures Imageworks

Cinesite VFX

Digital Domain

Deluxe Entertainment

Framestore

Animal Logic

Pixomondo

Digital Idea

Tippett Studio

Flatworld Solutions Pvt

Method Studios

BUF

Scanline vfx

TNG Visual Effects

The Walt Disney

Market split by Type, can be divided into:

2D (Vector-Based)

3D (CGI)

Motion Graphics (Typography)

Stop Motion (Photographing)

Other

Market split by Application, can be divided into:

Movies

Television

Gaming

Advertisements

Other

Market split by Sales Channel, can be divided into:

Direct Channel

Distribution Channel

Market segment by Region/Country including:

North America (United States, Canada and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, UK, France, Italy, Russia and Spain etc.)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Australia and Southeast Asia etc.)

South America (Brazil, Argentina and Colombia etc.)

Middle East & Africa (South Africa, UAE and Saudi Arabia etc.)

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Chapter 1 Visual Effects (VFX) Market Overview

1.1 Visual Effects (VFX) Definition

1.2 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Market Size Status and Outlook (2015-2030)

1.3 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Market Size Comparison by Region (2015-2030)

1.4 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Market Size Comparison by Type (2015-2030)

1.5 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Market Size Comparison by Application (2015-2030)

1.6 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Market Size Comparison by Sales Channel (2015-2030)

1.7 Visual Effects (VFX) Market Dynamics (COVID-19 Impacts)

1.7.1 Market Drivers/Opportunities

1.7.2 Market Challenges/Risks

1.7.3 Market News (Mergers/Acquisitions/Expansion)

1.7.4 COVID-19 Impacts on Current Market

1.7.5 Post-Strategies of COVID-19 Outbreak

Chapter 2 Visual Effects (VFX) Market Segment Analysis by Player

2.1 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Sales and Market Share by Player (2018-2020)

2.2 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Revenue and Market Share by Player (2018-2020)

2.3 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Average Price by Player (2018-2020)

2.4 Players Competition Situation & Trends

2.5 Conclusion of Segment by Player

Chapter 3 Visual Effects (VFX) Market Segment Analysis by Type

3.1 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Market by Type

3.1.1 2D (Vector-Based)

3.1.2 3D (CGI)

3.1.3 Motion Graphics (Typography)

3.1.4 Stop Motion (Photographing)

3.1.5 Other

3.2 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Sales and Market Share by Type (2015-2020)

3.3 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Revenue and Market Share by Type (2015-2020)

3.4 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Average Price by Type (2015-2020)

3.5 Leading Players of Visual Effects (VFX) by Type in 2020

3.6 Conclusion of Segment by Type

Chapter 4 Visual Effects (VFX) Market Segment Analysis by Application

4.1 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Market by Application

4.1.1 Movies

4.1.2 Television

4.1.3 Gaming

4.1.4 Advertisements

4.1.5 Other

4.2 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Revenue and Market Share by Application (2015-2020)

4.3 Leading Consumers of Visual Effects (VFX) by Application in 2020

4.4 Conclusion of Segment by Application

Chapter 5 Visual Effects (VFX) Market Segment Analysis by Sales Channel

5.1 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Market by Sales Channel

5.1.1 Direct Channel

5.1.2 Distribution Channel

5.2 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Revenue and Market Share by Sales Channel (2015-2020)

5.3 Leading Distributors/Dealers of Visual Effects (VFX) by Sales Channel in 2020

5.4 Conclusion of Segment by Sales Channel

Chapter 6 Visual Effects (VFX) Market Segment Analysis by Region

6.1 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Market Size and CAGR by Region (2015-2030)

6.2 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Sales and Market Share by Region (2015-2020)

6.3 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Revenue and Market Share by Region (2015-2020)

6.4 North America

6.4.1 North America Market by Country

6.4.2 North America Visual Effects (VFX) Market Share by Type

6.4.3 North America Visual Effects (VFX) Market Share by Application

6.4.4 United States

6.4.5 Canada

6.4.6 Mexico

6.5 Europe

6.5.1 Europe Market by Country

6.5.2 Europe Visual Effects (VFX) Market Share by Type

6.5.3 Europe Visual Effects (VFX) Market Share by Application

6.5.4 Germany

6.5.5 UK

6.5.6 France

6.5.7 Italy

6.5.8 Russia

6.5.9 Spain

6.6 Asia-Pacific

6.6.1 Asia-Pacific Market by Country

6.6.2 Asia-Pacific Visual Effects (VFX) Market Share by Type

6.6.3 Asia-Pacific Visual Effects (VFX) Market Share by Application

6.6.4 China

6.6.5 Japan

6.6.6 Korea

6.6.7 India

6.6.8 Southeast Asia

6.6.9 Australia

6.7 South America

6.7.1 South America Market by Country

6.7.2 South America Visual Effects (VFX) Market Share by Type

6.7.3 South America Visual Effects (VFX) Market Share by Application

6.7.4 Brazil

6.7.5 Argentina

6.7.6 Colombia

6.8 Middle East & Africa

6.8.1 Middle East & Africa Market by Country

6.8.2 Middle East & Africa Visual Effects (VFX) Market Share by Type

6.8.3 Middle East & Africa Visual Effects (VFX) Market Share by Application

6.8.4 UAE

6.8.5 Saudi Arabia

6.8.6 South Africa

6.9 Conclusion of Segment by Region

Chapter 7 Profile of Leading Visual Effects (VFX) Players

7.1 Industrial Light and Magic

7.1.1 Company Snapshot

7.1.2 Product/Service Offered

7.1.3 Business Performance (Sales, Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share)

7.1.4 COVID-19 Impact on Industrial Light and Magic

7.2 The Mill

7.3 Weta Digital

7.4 Moving Picture Company (MPC)

7.5 DNEG

7.6 Sony Pictures Imageworks

7.7 Cinesite VFX

7.8 Digital Domain

7.9 Deluxe Entertainment

7.10 Framestore

7.11 Animal Logic

7.12 Pixomondo

7.13 Digital Idea

7.14 Tippett Studio

7.15 Flatworld Solutions Pvt

7.16 Method Studios

7.17 BUF

7.18 Scanline vfx

7.19 TNG Visual Effects

7.20 The Walt Disney

Chapter 8 Upstream and Downstream Analysis of Visual Effects (VFX)

8.1 Industrial Chain of Visual Effects (VFX)

8.2 Upstream of Visual Effects (VFX)

8.2.1 Raw Materials

8.2.2 Labor Cost

8.2.3 Manufacturing Expenses

8.2.4 Manufacturing Cost Structure

8.2.5 Manufacturing Process

8.3 Downstream of Visual Effects (VFX)

8.3.1 Leading Distributors/Dealers of Visual Effects (VFX)

8.3.2 Leading Consumers of Visual Effects (VFX)

Chapter 9 Development Trend of Visual Effects (VFX) (2021-2030)

9.1 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Market Size (Sales and Revenue) Forecast (2021-2030)

9.2 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Market Size and CAGR Forecast by Region (2021-2030)

9.3 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Market Size and CAGR Forecast by Type (2021-2030)

9.4 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Market Size and CAGR Forecast by Application (2021-2030)

9.5 Global Visual Effects (VFX) Market Size and CAGR Forecast by Sales Channel (2021-2030)

Chapter 10 Appendix

10.1 Research Methodology

10.2 Data Sources

10.3 Disclaimer

10.4 Analysts Certification

Research Methodology:
This research study involved the extensive usage of both primary and secondary data sources. The research process involved the study of various factors affecting the industry, including the government policy, market environment, competitive landscape, historical data, present trends in the market, technological innovation, upcoming technologies and the technical progress in related industry, and market risks, opportunities, market barriers and challenges. The following illustrative figure shows the market research methodology applied in this report.
Visual Effects (VFX) Market Size Estimation

To estimate market size and trends, we use a combination of top-down and bottom-up methods. This allows us to evaluate the market from various perspectives—by company, region, product type, and end users.

Our estimates are based on actual sales data, excluding any discounts. Segment breakdowns and market shares are calculated using weighted averages based on usage rates and average prices. Regional insights are determined by how widely a product or service is adopted in each area.

Key companies are identified through secondary sources like industry reports and company filings. We then verify revenue estimates and other key data points through primary research, including interviews with industry experts, company executives, and decision-makers.

We take into account all relevant factors that could influence the market and validate our findings with real-world input. Our final insights combine both qualitative and quantitative data to provide a well-rounded view. Please note, these estimates do not account for unexpected changes such as inflation, economic downturns, or policy shifts.

Data Source

Secondary Sources

This study draws on a wide range of secondary sources, including press releases, annual reports, non-profit organizations, industry associations, government agencies, and customs data. We also referred to reputable databases and directories such as Bloomberg, Wind Info, Hoovers, Factiva, Trading Economics, Statista, and others. Additional references include investor presentations, company filings (e.g., SEC), economic data, and documents from regulatory and industry bodies.

These sources were used to gather technical and market-focused insights, identify key players, analyze market segmentation and classification, and track major trends and developments across industries.

Market Size
  • Segmental value
  • Geographic Penetration
  • Product Adoption Rate for Different market
  • Journals, Websites, and Press Releases
  • Annual Reports and SEC Filings
  • Company Websites and Press Releases
  • Public and Paid Databases
  • Market Intellix Data Repository
Market Position of Top Company
  • Product Financials
  • Geographic value Mix
  • Total Company value
  • Business/Segmental value Mix
Qualitative Analysis
  • Influence Factors
  • Market Potential
  • Market Risks and Opportunities
  • Industry Trends
  • Geographical Features
  • Government Policies
  • Company Websites and Press Releases
  • Public and Paid Databases
  • Annual Reports
  • Industry Associations
  • Market Intellix Data Repository

Primary Sources

As part of our primary research, we interviewed a variety of stakeholders from both the supply and demand sides to gather valuable qualitative and quantitative insights.

On the supply side, we spoke with product manufacturers, competitors, industry experts, research institutions, distributors, traders, and raw material suppliers. On the demand side, we engaged with business leaders, marketing and sales heads, technology and innovation directors, supply chain executives, and end users across key organizations.

These conversations helped us better understand market segmentation, pricing, applications, leading players, supply chains, demand trends, industry outlook, and key market dynamics—including risks, opportunities, barriers, and strategic developments.

Key Data Information from Primary Sources

Primary Sources Parameters Key Data
Market Segments(by Application, by Type)
  • Value by Type
  • Status and Forecast
  • Value by Application
  • Value by Regions, Status and Forecast (2025-2031)
  • Value Market Share by Type
  • Value Growth Rate by Type
  • Value by Application
  • Percentage and Growth Rate by Application
  • Value Growth Rate and Market Share by Regions
  • Market Size Status and Forecast (2025-2031)
Total Market
  • Overall Size, Status and Forecast
  • Market Size Status and Forecast (2025-2031)
Frequently asked questions(FAQ's):
What is the market share of the Visual Effects (VFX) Market?
The Global Visual Effects (VFX) Market share by vendor, as well as the concentration rate using the CR4, CR8 Index, determine the strength of competitive players like Industrial Light and Magic, The Mill, Weta Digital, Moving Picture Company (MPC), DNEG, Sony Pictures Imageworks, Cinesite VFX, Digital Domain, Deluxe Entertainment, Framestore, Animal Logic, Pixomondo, Digital Idea, Tippett Studio, Flatworld Solutions Pvt, Method Studios, BUF, Scanline vfx, TNG Visual Effects, The Walt Disney.
How are the major players in the Visual Effects (VFX) Market planning to grow in the future?
A large number of Global Visual Effects (VFX) players are focusing on individualized and innovative technologies that will provide the necessary impetus for profit and growth in the coming years.
What are the major applications of the Visual Effects (VFX) Market?
Depending upon the type of applications, the Visual Effects (VFX) Market has been segmented into and other applications.
How big is the Visual Effects (VFX) Market by 2030?
It is expected that the Visual Effects (VFX) Market will reach USD XX million by 2030.
What trends may have an impact on the Visual Effects (VFX) Market's growth?
A handful of disruptive trends, nevertheless, will have a contradictory and significant impact on the development of the Visual Effects (VFX) Market as well as its distribution among its players
What are the top priorities for the growth of the Visual Effects (VFX) Market?
In this highly competitive and rapidly evolving Visual Effects (VFX) Industry, top strategic priorities such as innovation, diversification, and M&A would remain consistent.