Vicon Motion Systems
UK motion capture technology leader; Valkyrie & Vantage camera systems for robotics, life sciences, entertainment & engineering.
Vicon Motion Systems, founded in 1984 and headquartered in Yarnton, Oxfordshire, UK, is a globally recognized pioneer in precision optical motion capture technology. The company designs, manufactures, and supports motion capture hardware and software systems used across robotics research, biomechanics, sports science, life sciences, virtual reality, and film and television visual effects production.
Vicon's core technology revolves around high-resolution, high-speed cameras combined with retroreflective marker tracking, enabling sub-millimeter accuracy in capturing real-world movement. The flagship Valkyrie camera range—available in 6MP, 8MP, 16MP, and 26MP configurations—delivers resolutions up to 5120x5120 pixels and frame rates up to 720 fps natively, extendable to 2000 fps with windowing. All Valkyrie cameras carry an IP65 rating, making them suitable for demanding laboratory and industrial environments.
In the robotics domain, Vicon systems serve as ground-truth localization and motion validation platforms. Engineers use Vicon infrastructure to analyze and optimize robot kinematics, validate navigation algorithms, and generate AI training datasets for humanoid robots and autonomous vehicles. The DataStream SDK provides real-time integration with ROS, ROS2, MATLAB, Python, and Unity/Unreal Engine, making Vicon compatible with mainstream robotics and simulation workflows. Notable clients include NASA, Boeing, and BMW.
Vicon's software suite includes Nexus (for life sciences and biomechanics), Shogun (for VFX and entertainment), and Tracker (for engineering and robotics applications). The DataStream SDK ties all these applications together, offering programmable access to live motion data under an MIT open-source license.
The company has received an Academy Award, an Emmy Award, and multiple UK Queen's Awards for Export and Innovation, reflecting its sustained technical leadership. Vicon's products are distributed and supported across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific through a global network of resellers and direct offices. With over four decades of industry experience, Vicon continues to advance the precision and accessibility of motion capture technology for both research and production environments.
Primary type & automation activities this supplier delivers:
Valkyrie
High-performance optical motion capture camera with multiple spec options
Vanguard
Optical camera purpose-built for real-time markerless motion capture
Vero
Optical motion capture camera with onboard position and temperature sensors
Blue Trident
- Launch Year: 2019
Wearable IMU sensor for high-fidelity motion measurement and analysis
Valkyrie VK26 Motion Capture Camera
- Model: VK26
- Launch Year: 2023
Vicon's elite 26MP optical motion capture camera with up to 150 fps and sub-millimeter tracking accuracy for robotics and research.
Valkyrie VK16 Motion Capture Camera
- Model: VK16
- Launch Year: 2023
High-speed 16MP motion capture camera offering up to 240 fps, optimized for fast-moving subjects including athletes and drones.
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Contact Vicon Motion Systems
WEBSITE
https://www.vicon.comPHONE
+44 1865 261800HEADQUARTERS
United Kingdom
Company Facts
Founded
1984
Primary Role
Manufacturer
Company Size
employees 100-500
Primary Region
Europe
Annual Sales
$10 – $24.9 Million
Funding Stage
Subsidiary / Acquired
Funding Total
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