What DITECT does

DITECT (株式会社ディテクト) is a privately held Japanese technology company founded in December 1991 and headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, with a sales office in Osaka. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes high-speed cameras (HAS series ranging from compact USB3.0 models to full HD 2000 fps systems), a proprietary suite of image analysis software (DIPP-Motion, DIPP-Strain, DIPP-Macro II, Flownizer II, Flownizer3DPTV, Algonizer, Droplet θ, DIPP-CBF, and Movizer), eye tracking systems (ViewTracker F and ViewTracker G built on Pupil Labs' technology), and golf simulators (Swing Better series). It also operates as the exclusive Japanese authorized distributor for NOKOV optical motion capture systems and resells 3D scanners (XGRIDS Lixel).

DITECT serves manufacturing R&D, automotive testing, academic research, life sciences, sports analysis, and golf training markets. The technology spans hardware (proprietary camera and optical tracking products) and software (image-based motion, strain, fluid, ciliary, and gaze analysis). The HAS-DX camera captures at 2000 fps in full HD; NOKOV systems deliver sub-millimeter 3D precision; ViewTracker G uses AI for smartphone-controlled automatic calibration; and SMAS is described as Japan's only commercially available CASA sperm motility analysis system. Software products are sold as one-time perpetual licenses with optional annual paid support extensions; pricing for hardware and integrated systems is quote-based and not publicly disclosed.

Revenue is generated through five streams: high-speed camera hardware sales, software licenses with maintenance, golf simulator and sports equipment sales, eye tracking system sales, and NOKOV motion capture distribution. Distribution is primarily direct enterprise field sales supplemented by an event-driven GTM motion with 20-30+ annual trade show participations across Japan (Japan Golf Fair, 画像センシング展, メカトロニクス展, etc.) and internationally (HANNOVER MESSE, PGA Merchandise Show, Photonics West, Automotive Testing Expo India). Customers include 13+ named Japanese universities, the National Rehabilitation Center for Persons with Disabilities, Konami Sports Club, the Japan Bus Association, and the Seattle Mariners. Representative director Takamasa Uketani (浮谷 卓匡) leads the company. No external funding, parent company, or ownership transactions are disclosed.

Name

DITECT

Legal name

株式会社ディテクト

Website

https://ditect.co.jp

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

DITECT is a privately held Japanese technology company that designs high-speed cameras, image analysis software, eye tracking systems, and golf simulators, while serving as the exclusive Japanese distributor for NOKOV motion capture. It serves manufacturing R&D, academic research, life sciences, and sports analytics customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

High-speed imaging and motion analysis equipment

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (33431)

SIC

Photographic Equipment & Supplies (3861)

akta.pro primary industry

Action Cameras & Rugged Cameras (CRACAPAC)

Keywords

• High-speed cameras
• Image analysis software
• Eye tracking systems
• Motion capture systems
• Golf simulation equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Tokyo

HQ country

Japan

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. High-speed camera hardware sales: Sale of proprietary high-speed cameras (HAS series, SH series) as one-time hardware purchases. The company offers multiple models at different price points including models under 1 million yen for system configuration.
2. Software licenses and subscriptions: Sale of image analysis software products (DIPP-Motion V, DIPP-Strain, Flownizer II, etc.) as one-time perpetual licenses with optional annual support/maintenance contract extensions. Software update announcements show regular version upgrades, and support is described as extendable on a one-year basis for a fee.
3. Golf simulator and sports equipment sales: Sale of golf simulation systems and related equipment including Swing Better Prizm, Santana, Stingray, and golf accessories. Products are sold as complete systems or individual components.
4. Eye tracking system sales: Sale of ViewTracker eye tracking hardware (F and G models) and QG-PLUS monitor-specific gaze tracking systems. These are sold as complete systems with associated software applications.
5. NOKOV motion capture system distribution: As the official Japanese distributor for NOKOV motion capture systems, DITECT resells and distributes these systems in Japan, including cameras, accessories, and software, with studio demonstration services available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

DITECT designs, manufactures, and sells high-speed cameras (HAS series), proprietary image analysis software (DIPP suite, Flownizer, Algonizer, Dropletθ), and eye tracking systems (ViewTrackerF, ViewTrackerG, QG-PLUS). It also operates as the exclusive Japanese distributor for NOKOV optical motion capture systems, and markets the Golf Swing Better simulator line and the SMAS sperm motility analysis system to manufacturers, research universities, automotive testers, golf schools, and life science researchers.

Product overview

DITECT is a Japanese technology company specializing in high-speed cameras, eye tracking systems, motion capture, and image analysis software. Its portfolio spans five core product categories: (1) the HAS series of high-speed cameras (from compact USB3.0 models to full HD 2000fps cameras); (2) eye tracking products including the ViewTracker3/ViewTrackerF (frame-type, world's lightest), ViewTrackerG (glasses-type with AI-powered easy measurement), and QG-PLUS (monitor-only system); (3) the NOKOV optical motion capture system distributed as Japanese authorized agent, covering indoor/outdoor/underwater environments with 20+ camera models; (4) image analysis software including DIPP-Motion V/3D, DIPP-Strain, DIPP-MacroII, DIPP-CBF (ciliary motion), Flownizer3DPTV/Flownizer II (fluid PIV analysis), Algonizer (real-time processing), Droplet θ, and Movizer; and (5) golf simulation and sports measurement products (Swing Better series), the SMAS sperm analysis system (Japan's only CASA system), and 3D scanning products. DITECT also develops custom OEM products including animal behavior measurement (DippAAM), cell morphology analysis (MorphIQ), and specialized sports measurement devices. The company operates as both a product manufacturer and the Japanese authorized distributor for the NOKOV motion capture brand.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DIPP-Motion V/3D: 2D/3D motion analysis software for movement quantification.
• DIPP-Strain
• DIPP-Macro II
• DIPP-CBF
• Flownizer
• Algonizer
• Movizer
• Dropletθ
• ViewTracker F
• ViewTracker G
• QG-PLUS
• Golf Swing Better
• NOKOV

Products and services

• HAS Series High-Speed Cameras DITECT's flagship high-speed camera line covering a wide range of frame rates (hundreds to thousands of fps), sensor resolutions, and form factors — from compact USB3.0 models (HAS-U1, HAS-U2) to high-definition cameras (HAS-D73, HAS-D71) and full HD models (HAS-DX / HAS-EX capable of 2000 fps at full HD). Compact lightweight camera heads support stereo shooting and extended recording. Used by manufacturers, researchers, sports analysts, and media producers.
• DIPP Image Analysis Software Suite Proprietary image analysis suite including DIPP-Motion V/3D (2D/3D motion quantification), DIPP-Strain (DIC strain and deformation), DIPP-Macro II (automated batch image processing), DIPP-CBF (ciliary beat frequency), DIPP-Image (static measurement), and D-Matrix/DMV (2D deformation). Quantifies movement, deformation, and ciliary motion from video and image sequences for biomechanics, materials testing, and biomedical research.
• Flownizer Fluid Analysis Software Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) and Particle Tracking Velocimetry (PTV) software for measuring 2D, stereo 2D3C, and 3D flow velocity fields. Flownizer II covers 2D and stereo 2D3C PIV, while Flownizer3DPTV handles 3D-PTV for three-dimensional flow analysis. Used in fluid dynamics research and engineering applications.
• Algonizer Real-time Image Processing Software Real-time image processing software for industrial inspection and automation, enabling real-time analysis and decision-making from camera inputs in production environments.
• Droplet θ Contact Angle Measurement Software Software for analyzing liquid droplet contact angle to characterize surface wettability and adhesion properties, used in materials science and surface engineering research.
• ViewTracker Eye Tracking Systems (F and G) Lightweight head-mounted eye tracking systems based on Pupil Labs core technology with DITECT's Japanese-language application software. ViewTrackerF is a frame-type system (world's lightest) allowing users to wear their own glasses for stationary precision measurements. ViewTrackerG is a glasses-type device with AI-powered automatic calibration, smartphone-controlled for mobile measurements in field, sports, and maintenance applications. Used for manufacturing skill transfer, driver training, and reading research.
• QG-PLUS Monitor-based Gaze Tracking System Non-contact, monitor-only eye tracking system designed for fixed-display eye tracking studies, used in website usability analysis and consumer research without requiring head-mounted hardware.
• SMAS Sperm Motility Analysis System Japan's only commercially available Computer-Assisted Sperm Analysis (CASA) system for evaluating sperm motility and concentration in human and animal reproductive research, including livestock (cattle, pigs) and laboratory animals (mice, sea urchins).
• NOKOV Optical Motion Capture System Optical motion capture system distributed by DITECT as the official Japanese authorized agent, offering sub-millimeter precision 3D motion capture. Camera lineup includes Mars series (indoor/outdoor, up to 1.3 megapixels, including Mars1.3H/1.3HW, Mars2H/2HW, Mars4H, Mars4H UW, Mars9H), Pluto series (entry-level sub-millimeter precision), Underwater series, and Orbit (desk calibration-free). Free plugins for Blender, IClone, MAYA, Unity, Mobu, OpenVR, and Aximmetry, plus SDKs for LabVIEW, Python, C++, MATLAB, Simulink, Android, Apple, and Raspberry Pi.
• Golf Swing Better Simulator Series Complete golf simulator lineup including Swing Better Plesio, Prizm, Prizm Pro, Santana, Stingray (variable angle), Range, and portable analyzers. Uses high-speed cameras and image measurement software for ball trajectory analysis, swing form analysis, club head speed measurement, golf training, and club fitting. Adopted by Konami Sports Club golf academy since 2018 and installed at Simple Swing Golf (Kichijoji).
• 3D Scanners (XGRIDS / Lixel) 3D scanning products including Formbuilder and XGRIDS Lixel K1, K2, L2, and PortalCam handheld and stationary 3D scanning devices for digitizing physical objects and environments.
• Custom OEM Imaging and Measurement Products Custom OEM/specialty products built on DITECT's high-speed imaging and analysis technology. Includes DippAAM (animal action/behavior measurement), MorphIQ (cell morphology analysis), Speed Cam (high-speed particle shape judgment), PingPong Monitor (table tennis spin and ball tracking), and Batting Monitor (baseball swing/impact analysis). Developed per customer specification for specialized research, sports, and industrial applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• HAS-DX achieves 2000 fps at full HD resolution
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers19 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

AI capability4 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• NOKOV (China)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDITECT serves as the official Japanese authorized distributor (日本正規代理店) for NOKOV motion capture systems. The partnership involves exclusive distribution rights in Japan, local sales and support, software localization (Japanese-language software), free plugin development for major 3D software platforms, and customer demonstration services through a dedicated Tokyo studio. NOKOV provides the hardware and core software while DITECT handles Japanese market localization and customer support.
• Pupil Labs (Germany)coreTechnology or IntegrationDITECT's ViewTracker eye tracking systems are based on Pupil Labs' world-leading eye tracking technology. DITECT has fused Pupil Labs' hardware with its own Japanese-language application software, creating the ViewTracker F (glasses-type, world's lightest) and ViewTracker G (AI-powered, smartphone-controlled) product lines. DITECT provides the Japanese market interface, localization, and application software development on top of Pupil Labs' core eye tracking technology.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Konica Minolta Sensing: Konica Minolta Sensing offers industrial imaging, color, and light measurement solutions with a strong Japanese market presence. While not a direct high-speed camera competitor, it competes with DITECT in the broader Japanese industrial imaging and measurement equipment market and represents a regional incumbent benchmark.

Direct peers

• Vicon: Vicon is a leading global provider of optical motion capture systems used in life sciences, entertainment, and engineering. It directly competes with DITECT's NOKOV-distributed motion capture line in Japanese university biomechanics labs, VFX studios, and robotics research, offering a comparable high-precision multi-camera mocap solution.
• OptiTrack: OptiTrack manufactures high-precision optical motion capture cameras and tracking software for virtual production, biomechanics, and robotics. As a global mocap competitor, it parallels NOKOV and DITECT's motion capture offerings with sub-millimeter precision claims, particularly targeting the same academic and virtual production customer segments.
• Vision Research (Phantom): Vision Research manufactures Phantom high-speed cameras used in scientific research, engineering, and sports analysis. It is the global category leader in high-speed imaging — directly competing with DITECT's HAS series in industrial, academic, and sports segments where both companies sell high-frame-rate digital cameras for slow-motion capture and motion analysis.
• Movella (Xsens): Movella (formerly Xsens) provides motion capture and inertial sensor solutions for entertainment, health, and industrial markets. Its optical and IMU-based mocap systems overlap with NOKOV's offerings distributed by DITECT, particularly in animation and biomechanics research.
• IDT Imaging Development Systems: IDT manufactures high-speed cameras specializing in motion analysis and sports performance applications, with strengths in crash testing and biomechanics — direct overlap with DITECT's HAS series and DIPP-Motion software in industrial R&D and sports science use cases.
• Fastec Imaging: Fastec Imaging designs and manufactures high-speed digital cameras for industrial, scientific, and sports applications. Its TS, IL, and HiSpec camera lines overlap directly with DITECT's HAS-DX, HAS-D73, and SH series in frame-rate, resolution, and target use cases.

Emerging players

• iMotions: iMotions provides a biosensor and eye tracking software platform used by academic and market researchers for human behavior analysis. It overlaps with DITECT's ViewTracker deployment in research applications (e.g., reading behavior, driver attention, consumer gaze) but competes primarily as a software aggregator rather than hardware manufacturer.

Broad incumbents

• Pupil Labs: Pupil Labs is the German developer of the underlying eye tracking technology that powers DITECT's ViewTracker F and G products. As both a technology partner and a potential competitor in the broader eye tracking market, Pupil Labs offers the core hardware platform that DITECT localizes and packages for Japanese users.
• Tobii: Tobii is the global leader in eye tracking technology with broad product lines spanning consumer, academic, and clinical applications. While DITECT's ViewTracker targets a narrower Japanese research and manufacturing-skills niche, Tobii's expansive product portfolio and global reach make it a relevant incumbent benchmark for eye tracking capability and pricing.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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