Imaging World 2026 brought together 168 exhibiting companies from 21 countries. The countries with the most exhibitors were Germany (15), China (6), France (6) and Spain (5). By sector, the largest groups were Audiovisual & Media (65) and Technology & IT (9).
The imaging industry is moving fast toward hybrid workflows that merge photography, video and social content. Imaging World 2026 brings manufacturers, creators and retailers together to test equipment and collect practical techniques for real productions.
Dates and venue for Imaging World 2026
The event runs from 2 to 4 October 2026 at the Messezentrum Nürnberg. Opening hours are 9:00 to 18:00 on Friday and Saturday and 9:00 to 17:00 on Sunday. The venue hosts demo areas, stages and workshop rooms on an exhibition surface cited by the organizer for hands-on experiences.
What the show presents
Imaging World 2026 features brands and services across the imaging and audiovisual value chain. The organizer lists more than 120 exhibiting brands and attendance above 15,000 visitors. Exhibitors include camera and lens manufacturers, lighting and audio suppliers, print services and workflow solution providers.
Playgrounds allow live testing of gear in street, food and action scenarios. The fair also offers a free on-site camera Check & Clean service and branded demo areas where manufacturers present product in real-use setups.
Program highlights
The agenda mixes live stages, hands-on workshops and multimedia shows. A featured Multivisionshow focused on Australia is scheduled for Friday 2 October at 18:30 with tickets priced at 25 euros. The program also includes the Neurapix Conference 2026, workshops, live shooting sessions and a photography contest with selected works displayed at the event.
Awards such as the TIPA Awards are part of the schedule and several sessions aim to show workflows and product integration rather than only product announcements.
Practical B2B prospecting at Imaging World 2026
Set clear commercial goals before arriving. Identify target exhibitors that match your client base and prioritize demos that demonstrate technical fit with your solutions. Book relevant workshops in advance to capture technical talking points that strengthen sales conversations.
Collect visual assets during demos and obtain direct contact details for product managers not just booth staff. After meetings segment leads by technical fit and buying potential, and follow up with tailored cases based on tests and workflows observed on site.
Key figures to plan participation
The organizer reports an exhibition area of 12,000 square metres, over 120 brands and more than 15,000 attendees. Use these figures to plan staffing, number of daily meetings and material allocation for effective presence.
Closing note and official link
For companies operating in photography, videography or digital content, attend with a focused demo plan and clear follow-up process to convert technical interest into commercial opportunities. Tickets, full program and exhibitor lists are available on the official site https://imagingworld.de so align your schedule with published sessions and workshops there.
