DXOMARK to Present Latest Imaging Research at SPIE Photonics West 2026

DXOMARK is bringing its latest research to SPIE Photonics West 2026, sharing insights on smart glasses, XR headsets, and 3D stereovision systems. Attendees will learn about device performance, evaluation methodologies, and emerging trends in imaging and perception technologies.

📆 January 20–22, 2026
📍 San Francisco, California, US 🏢 West Level 1 — #6805 & #6806

DXOMARK and its partner Yanding will also be at the Vision Tech exhibition area, showcasing innovations and engaging with attendees.

Featured Talks at SPIE 2026

20 January 2026 | 2:00 – 2:20 PM PST
Room 2008 (Moscone West, Level 2)
Objective Evaluation of Vision-Through Image Quality in XR Devices: A Lab-Based Approach – Thibault Cabana
DXOMARK presents a laboratory-based methodology to assess vision-through image quality in XR headsets. The session covers sharpness, color accuracy, distortion, dynamic range, and performance in dynamic scenes, highlighting significant variations among consumer devices and the value of standardized testing for improving user experience.

20 January 2026 | 2:40 – 3:00 PM PST
Room 2008 (Moscone West, Level 2)
From Faces to HDR Scenes: Objective and Perceptual Metrics for AI Smartglasses Image Quality – Thibault Cabana
This talk explores smartglasses imaging performance, combining AI-driven metrics with perceptual analysis. Attendees will learn how devices perform under low light and high dynamic range conditions, as well as emerging trends in smartglasses technology approaching smartphone-level image quality.

21 January 2026 | 1:00 – 1:30 PM PST
West Expo Stage 2 (Moscone West, Exhibit Level)
3D Session: Improving Stereo Camera Accuracy Through Enhanced Calibration and Depth Map Quality Metrics – Laurent Chanas
Stereovision systems are widely used in automotive, agricultural, and industrial robotics, where reliable depth perception is critical. This session introduces enhanced calibration and benchmarking methods that improve depth map accuracy and robustness across different distances and lighting conditions.

Visit the Booth

In addition to the talks, visitors can meet DXOMARK and Yanding at the Vision Tech exhibition area, explore the latest research, and discuss the practical implications of these findings for next-generation imaging and perception systems.

With three expert-led sessions covering smartglasses, XR headsets, and 3D stereovision systems, DXOMARK’s SPIE 2026 presentations offer a comprehensive view of the latest trends, testing methodologies, and technological innovations shaping the future of imaging.