What Canfield Scientific does

Canfield Scientific is a private medical imaging company founded in 1988 and headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, with wholly-owned subsidiaries in Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, China, and Australia. The company designs, manufactures, and supports imaging systems, software, and clinical research services for medical dermatology, aesthetic medicine, and pharmaceutical/device clinical trials. Its core product portfolio includes VISIA facial skin analysis (now in 3D form), VECTRA 3D imaging systems (including the WB360 whole-body imager, H2, M3, and XT variants), HairMetrix for AI-driven hair consultation, DermaGraphix for total body mapping and lesion surveillance, the D2 and VEOS dermatoscopes, IntelliStudio for automated total body photography, Mirror software for aesthetic simulation, and NEXA for iPad-based analysis.

The underlying technology integrates computer vision, AI-driven image analysis, 3D photogrammetry (VECTRA WB360 uses 46 stereo vision pods), and proprietary image processing algorithms protected by an extensive US and international patent portfolio. Canfield has processed over 20 million images and supported more than 4,200 clinical studies, with 20%+ of revenue invested in R&D.

The revenue model combines capital equipment hardware sales (VISIA, VECTRA, IntelliStudio, dermatoscopes), software subscriptions and support contracts (Canfield Care, DermaGraphix, HairMetrix, Mirror modules), full-service clinical research imaging for pharmaceutical and device trials, and ancillary services including ViewMyConsult patient portal and the Industry Brand Library. The company serves 30,000+ customers across 65+ countries through a direct US sales force and an international distribution network of 70+ distributors, with primary customer segments in medical dermatology, aesthetic medicine, clinical research, trichology/hair restoration, and retail/spa channels.

Name

Canfield Scientific

Legal name

Canfield Scientific, Inc.

Website

https://canfieldsci.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Canfield Scientific is a private medical imaging company providing AI-enabled imaging systems, 3D photogrammetry, and clinical research services for dermatology, aesthetic medicine, and pharmaceutical trials, serving 30,000+ customers across 65+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Parsippany

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Medical Imaging Hardware Systems: Sale of imaging systems including VISIA facial analysis, VECTRA 3D imaging, D2 dermatoscope, IntelliStudio, and related hardware. These are capital equipment purchases for clinical and aesthetic practices.
2. Software Licenses and Subscriptions: Software products including DermaGraphix, HairMetrix, Mirror software with various modules. Annual support and maintenance contracts through Canfield Care program.
3. Clinical Research Services: Full-service clinical imaging for pharmaceutical and medical device clinical trials. Services include clinical photography protocol development, study site support, image analysis, graphic services, and data management throughout all clinical trial phases.
4. Support and Training Services: Canfield Care support including unlimited technical assistance, remote diagnostics, hardware exchange, marketing support, remote training, webinars, and ViewMyConsult patient portal. Extended support packages available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Canfield Scientific designs, manufactures, and sells medical imaging systems—including 2D multi-spectral facial analysis, 3D stereophotogrammetry body and face imaging, and digital dermatoscopes—paired with proprietary software for dermatology, plastic surgery, hair clinics, cosmetics brands, and clinical research. The company also delivers clinical research imaging services, customer support, and training programs tailored to medical, aesthetic, and pharmaceutical customers.

Product overview

Canfield Scientific is a comprehensive medical imaging platform providing imaging systems, software, and clinical research services for medical dermatology, aesthetic medicine, and clinical research. The product portfolio centers on several interconnected platforms: VISIA for facial skin analysis (now in 3D version), VECTRA systems (WB360 for whole-body 3D imaging, H2/M3/XT for facial/breast/body imaging), HairMetrix for AI-driven hair consultation, DermaGraphix for body mapping and lesion surveillance, D2 and VEOS dermatoscopes for dermoscopic imaging, IntelliStudio for automated total body photography, Mirror software for patient imaging management and aesthetic simulation, NEXA for iPad-based analysis, and the Industry Brand Library for treatment recommendations. Supporting services include Clinical Services for pharmaceutical/device trials, Canfield Care support program, and ViewMyConsult patient portal. The company operates subsidiaries in Germany, The Netherlands, Italy, China, and Australia with distribution in 65+ countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• VISIA Facial Skin Analysis System Multi-spectral 2D facial skin analysis system that captures standardized facial images under multiple lighting modes to support skin consultation, documentation, and longitudinal tracking for dermatology and aesthetic practices.
• VECTRA WB360 3D Whole Body Imaging System Whole-body 3D stereophotogrammetry imaging system that captures a full 360-degree body model in a single capture, used by plastic surgery, dermatology, and clinical research customers for body contouring and skin documentation.
• VECTRA H2 3D Facial Imaging System Compact 3D facial imaging system using stereophotogrammetry to capture high-resolution 3D face models for aesthetic consultations, surgical planning, and clinical documentation.
• VECTRA M3 3D Body Imaging System 3D body imaging system for plastic surgery and aesthetic practices, capturing multiple-angle body models to support body contouring consultations and outcome tracking.
• VECTRA XT 3D Facial & Body Imaging System Higher-end 3D facial and body imaging system offering extended capture capabilities for advanced aesthetic and clinical research applications.
• VISIA-CR Clinical Research Imaging System Clinical research configuration of the VISIA platform configured for standardized facial imaging in pharmaceutical and cosmetics research studies, including claims substantiation workflows.
• PRIMOS CR High-Resolution Skin Imaging System High-resolution in vivo skin measurement system used in clinical research and product efficacy studies to capture fine skin topography and wrinkle/surface metrics.
• VEOS SLM Dermatoscope Smartphone-compatible handheld dermatoscope that captures standardized dermoscopic images for teledermatology and clinical workflows.
• VEOS DS3 Dermatoscope Digital dermatoscope with cross-polarized and non-polarized lighting modes designed for dermatology practices and skin cancer screening workflows.
• D200evo Dermatoscope Digital dermatoscope device used by dermatologists for capturing high-resolution lesion images for documentation, comparison, and teledermatology.
• D2 Digital Dermatoscope Earlier-generation digital dermatoscope from Canfield's D-Series used for clinical dermatology imaging.
• IntelliStudio Photo Studio System Automated photographic studio system with controlled lighting and camera positioning used in aesthetics, dermatology, and clinical research to capture standardized before-and-after images.
• NEXA 3D Avatar Imaging System 3D avatar-based imaging platform that creates a digital avatar of the patient for visualization and simulation across multiple body regions in aesthetic consultations.
• Luminis Photo Booth System Self-service photo booth-style imaging system designed for retail and cosmetic brand environments to capture standardized consumer facial and skin images.
• HairMetrix Hair Analysis Software AI-driven software that analyzes hair and scalp images captured with Canfield dermatoscopes to deliver automated measurements such as hair count, density, caliber, and terminal-to-vellus ratios for hair clinics and trichologists.
• DermaGraphix Skin Imaging Software Total body photography and skin mapping software platform for dermatology practices that helps track lesions and skin conditions across the body over time.
• Mirror Aesthetic Simulation Software Patient-facing simulation software that uses captured facial and body images to visualize potential aesthetic outcomes (e.g., skin changes, procedures) during consultations.
• ViewMyConsult Patient Portal Web-based patient portal that lets patients view their images, simulations, and consultation materials from Canfield aesthetic and dermatology systems at home.
• Canfield Care Support & Service Contracts Service, support, and maintenance program covering Canfield imaging systems, including technical support, software updates, and hardware service contracts.
• Industry Brand Library Software Software module that allows aesthetic practices to maintain branded before-and-after galleries and integrate with their marketing and consultation workflows.
• Clinical Research Imaging Services Service offering where Canfield operates imaging equipment and conducts standardized imaging for pharmaceutical, biotech, cosmetics, and personal care clients in clinical trials and claims substantiation studies.

Quantifiable outcome

• AI assistance improved diagnostic sensitivity from 75% to 81.1% and specificity from 81.5% to 86.1%
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability12 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Innomed PTE (Southeast Asia)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 30 June 2026Southeast Asia distributor partner. Canfield Scientific, with Southeast Asia distributor partner Innomed PTE, showcased Canfield's latest imaging innovations at the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) Olympiad World Congress 2025 in Singapore.
• Mildura Base Public Hospital FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 April 2026MBPH created a multipurpose screening truck equipped with Canfield's IntelliStudio. The screening service provided at AFL Gather Round Festival and throughout Northern Victoria, NSW and South Australia using Canfield's proven medical dermatology solutions.
• Australian Skin Cancer FoundationflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2025Partnership for mobile 3D skin check service using VECTRA WB360. ASCF launched world's first mobile 3D skin check service with total body 3D imaging. Since 2023, over 13,000 free skin checks delivered, discovering over 5,000 non-melanoma skin cancers and 166 suspected melanomas.
• WestfundcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2025Donation of VECTRA WB360 machine to Australian Skin Cancer Foundation enabling mobile clinic launch for regional and rural communities in Australia.
• Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer CenterflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2025Dr. Veronica Rotemberg, Director of Dermatology Informatics Program, featured discussing how VECTRA WB360 combined with pocket-sized dermatoscope enhances clinical workflow and supports more informed diagnostic decision-making.
• ModMed (EMA Integration)coreTechnology or Integration · 3 October 2025Mirror software fully integrated with EMA by ModMed. EPIC and EMA integrations with Canfield's imaging systems enable seamless workflow and easier practice management.
• Medici Medical s.r.l.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 December 2021Canfield Scientific acquired Medici Medical s.r.l. to create Canfield Scientific s.r.l. for supporting medical dermatology and aesthetics imaging in Italy, along with a specialized educational program called Dreamoscopy.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

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Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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