What Fotofinder does

FotoFinder Systems GmbH is a German medical imaging company, founded in 1991 in Bad Birnbach, Bavaria, that designs, manufactures, and distributes integrated hardware-software-AI systems for dermatology and skin cancer diagnostics. Its product ecosystem includes high-end imaging systems (ATBM master, vexia, medicam 1000s), mobile wireless dermatoscopes (skeen, DermLite handyscope), imaging and cloud software (Universe, Hub), and the MDR-certified FotoFinder AI module for skin lesion analysis. The company invented Total Body Dermoscopy (ATBM) for automated full-body mole mapping and was the first to obtain EU MDR Class IIa certification for an AI module in dermatology.

FotoFinder serves dermatologists, dermatology clinics, hospital dermatology departments, and adjacent specialties (trichology, aesthetics, psoriasis) in over 100 countries through a hybrid GTM combining direct enterprise sales, channel partners (notably Schuco International for NHS pathways in the UK), and regional subsidiaries (USA, Mexico, Australia, Italy) following acquisitions of DermLite LLC in 2024 and Vienne Medical in June 2026. Revenue is generated through hardware sales, recurring software/cloud subscriptions, and tiered service packages (FotoFinder Care Kompakt/Komplett/Premium with 12-24 month terms).

Since July 2025, FotoFinder has been majority-owned by GHO Capital Partners, a European specialist healthcare investor with approximately €9 billion in AUM. The company holds ISO 13485, ISO 27001, MDSAP, and CE Mark certifications, employs approximately 140-150 people, and maintains subsidiaries and acquired brands (DermLite, skeen) across multiple geographies.

Name

Fotofinder

Legal name

FotoFinder Systems GmbH

Website

https://fotofinder.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

FotoFinder Systems GmbH is a German medical imaging company that develops and sells integrated hardware, software, and AI systems for dermatology and skin cancer detection, serving clinics, hospitals, and specialists in over 100 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Medical Imaging Systems for Dermatology

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510), Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112), Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391)

SIC

Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro primary industry

Portable, Mobile & Point-of-Care Imaging Systems (HLAHABAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Radiology AI, CAD & Advanced Visualization Software (HLAHABAJ), General & Medical Dermatology (HLAKACAA)

Keywords

• Dermatology imaging systems
• Digital dermoscopy
• Skin cancer detection
• Total body mapping
• Medical AI software

Headquarters

HQ city

Berlin

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of medical imaging devices including ATBM systems, dermatoscopes (skeen, DermLite), and clinical imaging terminals.
2. Software Subscriptions: Subscription-based cloud services (Hub), software licenses (Universe), and AI analysis services with tiered pricing.
3. Service Packages (FotoFinder Care): Annual service packages offering support, maintenance, software updates, and hardware guarantees in Kompakt, Komplett, and Premium tiers.
4. Academy/Education: Fee-based educational programs including The Dermoscopy Academy (NYC), FotoFinder Live Academy, and online academy sessions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

FotoFinder designs, manufactures, and sells medical imaging systems and software for dermatology, combining high-end hardware (ATBM master, vexia, medicam 1000s, skeen wireless dermatoscope, DermLite handheld dermatoscopes) with AI-powered software (Universe, FotoFinder AI) and the Hub cloud platform for image storage, patient data management, and connected device control. The products support skin cancer detection, automated total body mole mapping, dermoscopic lesion analysis, and clinical documentation for dermatologists, clinics, hospitals, and aesthetic medicine practitioners worldwide.

Product overview

FotoFinder offers a comprehensive skin imaging ecosystem combining high-end hardware systems, AI-powered software, and cloud platforms for dermatology and aesthetics. The portfolio includes ATBM master for automated total body mapping, vexia and medicam 1000s for clinical imaging, skeen and DermLite devices for mobile dermoscopy, and Universe/Hub software platforms for documentation and cloud synchronization. FotoFinder AI provides the first MDR-certified AI in dermatology for skin cancer detection. The company serves dermatologists, clinics, and hospitals in over 100 countries with products developed and manufactured in Germany, operating since 1991.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FotoFinder: Core brand for high-end skin imaging systems including ATBM master, vexia, medicam, Universe software, and Hub cloud solutions.
• DermLite
• skeen
• FotoFinder AI
• FotoFinder Academy

Products and services

• ATBM master Automated Total Body Mapping (ATBM) system for comprehensive full-body skin analysis and mole mapping. Combines high-resolution imaging with AI-driven longitudinal comparison for early detection of skin changes. Used by dermatologists and skin cancer screening clinics.
• vexia High-end skin imaging system for dermatological diagnostics and clinical documentation. Designed for dermatology practices requiring precision imaging for patient examinations.
• medicam 1000s Terminal Medical imaging terminal for clinical photography and dermoscopy documentation in dermatology practices. Used for standardized patient imaging and visual record-keeping.
• skeen Wireless Dermatoscope Wireless, AI-powered digital dermatoscope for mobile skin examination. Winner of the German Design Award 2025. Designed for portable clinical use with smartphone connectivity.
• DermLite Handyscope Handheld mobile dermatoscope for dermoscopy imaging. Designed for portable clinical use by dermatologists.
• DermLite Range of analog and digital handheld dermatoscopes including DL5 and DL6 models, distributed under the DermLite brand. Leading provider of handheld dermatoscopes; acquired by FotoFinder in 2024.
• Universe Imaging Software High-end imaging software for dermatology practices providing comprehensive skin documentation, analysis workflows, and image comparison for clinical use.
• Hub Cloud Solution Cloud-based platform for image synchronization, patient data management, and connected device management across skeen, DermLite, and ATBM devices. Free tier available with premium paid tiers for additional users and devices.
• FotoFinder AI AI-powered analysis tool for skin lesion assessment. The first MDR-certified (Class IIa) AI in dermatology, providing decision support for skin cancer detection. Recognized with the DERM Award 2026.
• DermLite App and FotoFinder Apps Mobile applications for iOS devices including the DermLite App for device control and image capture, and the Hub companion app for cloud-based image management.
• FotoFinder Care Service Packages Annual service packages in Kompakt, Komplett, and Premium tiers providing telephone hotline support, remote maintenance via TeamViewer, practice marketing materials, annual medicam service, software innovation guarantees, and hardware function guarantees on minimum 12-24 month terms.

Quantifiable outcome

• Incidence rates for melanoma have risen more than 2.5x over the last 30 years in the UK
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

AI capability2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

• Vienne MedicalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 2 June 2026Former long-standing French distribution partner acquired in June 2026 to become part of FotoFinder Group. Since 2000, successfully represented FotoFinder in France and French-speaking Switzerland. Experienced sales and service team continues operations.
• Schuco International (London) LtdcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLong-standing UK distribution partner embedding FotoFinder and DermLite products in NHS dermatology pathways. Supports clinicians with imaging and diagnostic tools aligned to NHS priorities on earlier diagnosis and digital transformation.
• LabodermstrategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic distribution partner for DermLite products in France, continuing successful collaboration.
• PMD MÉDICALstrategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic distribution partner for DermLite products in France, continuing successful collaboration alongside Laboderm.
• Prof. Giuseppe ArgenzianominorOthersLeading dermatology expert who serves as key opinion leader and speaker at FotoFinder Academy events including The Dermoscopy Academy and FotoFinder Live Academy London.
• Prof. Aimilios LallasminorOthersRenowned dermoscopy expert and key opinion leader participating in FotoFinder Academy educational programs and speaker at major dermatology events.
• Dr. Ash MarghoobminorOthersInternationally recognized dermatology expert and speaker at The Dermoscopy Academy NYC, sharing expertise in dermoscopy and skin cancer detection.
• TÜV SÜD Product Service GmbHstrategicOthersNotified body that confirmed FotoFinder's quality management system meets EU MDR Regulation 2017/745 requirements. Conducts regular surveillance and assessment of technical documentation.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Emerging players

• MetaOptima Technology: Developer of DermEngine, an AI-powered dermatology imaging and teledermoscopy platform with cloud workflows. Competes with FotoFinder on the software/AI/cloud side, though smaller and less vertically integrated on hardware.
• 3Derm Systems: Teledermatology imaging company using proprietary 2D/3D skin imaging and AI for primary care-to-dermatologist triage. Comparable in AI/dermoscopy intersection, focused on telederm rather than clinical imaging.
• SkinVision: Smartphone-based AI skin cancer risk assessment app with CE-marked and regulated algorithm. Overlaps with FotoFinder AI at the consumer/prosumer screening entry point, though it lacks FotoFinder's clinical hardware integration.
• Caliber I.D. (Michelson Diagnostics): Developer of VivoSight OCT and VivaScope confocal systems for non-invasive dermatology imaging. Adjacent competitor in advanced clinical skin imaging, focused on cellular-level diagnostics rather than total body mapping.

Direct peers

• Heine Optotechnik: German manufacturer of medical optics including dermatoscopes and otoscopes, with strong global distribution in dermatology. Direct competitor in handheld and digital dermoscopy hardware for clinical use.
• Canfield Scientific: US-based leader in dermatology imaging systems (VECTRA, IntelliStudio, DermaGraphix, VISIA) serving plastic surgery, dermatology, and aesthetics practices. Direct competitor in high-end total body photography and clinical skin imaging.
• MoleSafe: Provider of total body skin photography and melanoma surveillance programs with melanoma risk stratification. Closely comparable to FotoFinder's ATBM offering for high-risk patient monitoring.

Broad incumbents

• Siemens Healthineers: Global medical imaging giant whose AI/RAD platforms could be extended to dermatology screening workflows. Broad incumbent threat if it bundles dermatology AI with its radiology footprint.
• Hologic: Large medtech company with presence in dermatology/genitourinary diagnostics and clinical imaging. Comparable as a broad medtech incumbent with resources to expand into dermatology AI/imaging markets.
• Barco (Barco Healthcare): Large medical imaging display and visualization company serving radiology and dermatology with diagnostic displays. Broad incumbent touching dermatology imaging workflows, though not specialized in dermoscopy capture hardware.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/fotofinder
• Facebookfacebook.com/FotoFinderSystems
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fotofinder
• Instagraminstagram.com/fotofinder_systems

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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