The Vision AI Conference
AI-Driven Vision: Shaping the Future of Smart Imaging
What is ImagingNext
ImagingNext is a conference that brings together the Vision AI and embedded vision industry. From image capture to AI-driven decision-making, this conference explores end-to-end Vision AI system design - bringing together everyone who shapes, builds, or deploys smart imaging systems.
It's where hardware meets software, research meets real-world deployment, and innovation meets collaboration.
Whether you're a researcher, engineer, platform provider, system integrator, or OEM, ImagingNext offers insights into every layer of the vision pipeline and the trade-offs that define system performance.
Why Attend ImagingNext
Explore the Full Embedded Vision Pipeline
Gain practical insight into how every component of a Vision AI system interacts:
- Sensors, lenses, and imaging hardware
- ISP and signal processing
- Edge AI and compute platforms
- Algorithms, AI models, and optimization
- Power, latency, and deployment trade-offs
No matter your role, you'll see how hardware, software, and systems come together to enable smarter, faster, and more efficient imaging solutions.
Learn About Real-World Challenges & Solutions
Hear from innovators and practitioners about the challenges of deploying Vision AI systems, including:
- Architecture constraints and bottlenecks
- Real-time processing and analytics
- Power and efficiency optimization
- Integration and scalability
- AI deployment on edge devices
ImagingNext bridges the gap between theory and practice, supporting you turn insights into actionable solutions.
Connect Across the Ecosystem
Meet the full spectrum of the embedded vision community:
- Universities and R&D institutions
- Compute platform providers
- System integrators and OEMs
- AI software developers and model specialists
- Automation and robotics innovators
These connections spark collaboration, partnerships, and shared innovation that drive the industry forward.
Our Speakers
Learn from the leading minds in embedded vision, AI, and imaging technology.
Ideen an Bord
Stefan Klug
Leitender Kameraarchitekt
in der Entwicklung von Software im Bereich Bildverarbeitung und Grafik tätig.
Er verfügt über fundierte Fachkenntnisse im Bereich eingebetteter Kameras und Bildsignalprozessoren (ISPs) und war 10
Jahre lang als Entwickler, Architekt und Teamleiter in der Bildverarbeitungsbranche
tätig. Im Jahr 2024 schloss er sich Ideas on Board an, um den vollständig quelloffenen
Kamerastack „libcamera“ und das dazugehörige Ecosystem weiterzuentwickeln.
Altera
Alex Lopich
Leiter der Technikabteilung
FRAMOS
David Krištofić
Leitender Ingenieur, Bildqualität
Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR)
Maximilian Durner
Leiter der Forschungsgruppe in der Abteilung für Wahrnehmung und Kognition
SONY
Tom Jellicoe
Leiter für Wachstum und Geschäftsentwicklung
Eclipse Optics
Sebastian Ortega
Bildgebungsspezialist
Experience the Atmosphere
A glimpse into the energy, innovation, and community at ImagingNext.
What Leaders Say
"It is a great event where we have a lot of our leading partners. For us, it is about getting together and having these deep technical conversations."
Ali Osman Ors
Global Director, AI Strategy and Technologies, NXP
"Unlike pure academic conferences, where it is more about science, or pure industry events, where it is more about prices and capabilities, ImagingNext is the perfect mix. If you are in Imaging: This is the event to go to."
Dr. Alexey Lopich
Director of Engineering, Altera
"For me as an engineer, it was a great event where I met many people doing similar things - as an ecosystem. Highlights are many sessions from different industries. I absolutely have to come again."
Masaki Fukuchi
Head of Application Research Lab / AI&DX Technology Division, SONY
"ImagingNext is all about connecting inspiring ideas in embedded vision and edge AI with the people who drive innovation - industry experts, thought leaders, and customers - in an exceptional setting."
David Kallenbach
Head of Product, FRAMOS
Who Should Attend
ImagingNext brings together the full spectrum of embedded vision professionals.
Industry & Business Leaders
CTOs, Product Managers, R&D Managers, Analysts, and Technology Consultants
Engineers & Developers
Embedded Vision, Systems, AI, Optical, and Image Processing Engineers
Researchers & Academics
University Professors and Research Scientists
Expect key insights, expert discussions and networking with the leading AI embedded vision professionals.
100+
Attendees
14
Speaker Experts
7
Industry Partners
Two-Day Agenda
A packed programme of keynotes, panels, workshops, and networking.
Tag 1
Registrierung
Check-in, Badge-Abholung
Konferenzeröffnung
Begrüßung
Keynote - NVIDIA
Maycon da Silva Carvalho
Kaffeepause & Networking
Imaging on the International Space Station
Dr. Sam Waldman, Neutralino Space Ventures
Overview of libcamera and its role in the camera ecosystem
Stefan Klug, Ideas on Board
Networking-Lunch
Wird noch bekannt gegeben
Object-centric Perception for Robotic Manipulation
Maximilian Durner, DLR
Podiumsdiskussion
Moderator: Dr. Frederik Schönebeck
Kaffeepause & Networking
Wird noch bekannt gegeben
Wird noch bekannt gegeben
Abschluss & Zusammenfassung Tag 1
Rückblick auf die wichtigsten Sessions und Erkenntnisse des Tages
Networking-Dinner
Tag 2
Ankunft
Keynote - Sony
Tom Jellicoe
Simulating Image Quality Before the Hardware Exists
David Krištofić, FRAMOS
Kaffeepause & Networking
From Photons to Pixels to Bits (Many Bits): End-to-End HDR on FPGA
Alex Lopich, Altera
Podiumsdiskussion
Moderator: Giuseppe Contini
Networking-Lunch
From Prototype to Production: Building AI at the Edge
Charles Naoum, Qualcomm
From Design to Reality: Building Imaging Systems That Work for AI
Sebastian Ortega, Eclipse Optics
Wird noch bekannt gegeben
Abschluss & Zusammenfassung
Zusammenfassung der wichtigsten Erkenntnisse und zukünftigen Trends der Embedded-Vision-Technologie.
Get Your Tickets
Secure your spot at ImagingNext 2026. Early pricing won't last forever.
Blind Bird
AusverkauftSingle Ticket
- Save €200 with early registration
- One and a half day access to all keynotes, panels, and expert talks
- Network with 50+ engineers, product leads, and decision-makers
- Free lunch, premium coffee, and refreshments both days
- Full ImagingNext community membership
2+1 Package
3 tickets for the price of 2
- Join ImagingNext with your colleagues and use 2+1 Offer with reduced price
- Exclusive insights into Vision AI and smart imaging trends
- Meet top industry professionals and decision-makers
- Full access to the ImagingNext community
- Free lunch, coffee, and beverages
Early Bird
AusverkauftSingle Ticket
- Exclusive insights into Vision AI and smart imaging trends
- Meet top industry professionals and decision-makers
- Full access to the ImagingNext community
- Free lunch, coffee, and beverages
- Network with 50+ engineers, product leads, and decision-makers
2+1 Package
3 tickets for the price of 2
- Join ImagingNext with your colleagues and use 2+1 Offer with reduced price
- Exclusive insights into Vision AI and smart imaging trends
- Meet top industry professionals and decision-makers
- Full access to the ImagingNext community
- Free lunch, coffee, and beverages
Regular
Available NowSingle Ticket
- Exclusive insights into Vision AI and smart imaging trends
- Meet top industry professionals and decision-makers
- Full access to the ImagingNext community
- Free lunch, coffee, and beverages
- Network with 50+ engineers, product leads, and decision-makers
2+1 Package
3 tickets for the price of 2
- Join ImagingNext with your colleagues and use 2+1 Offer with reduced price
- Exclusive insights into Vision AI and smart imaging trends
- Meet top industry professionals and decision-makers
- Full access to the ImagingNext community
- Free lunch, coffee, and beverages
The Mission
To accelerate smarter, more efficient, and more autonomous Vision AI systems by fostering collaboration, discussion, and system-level thinking.
Because the future of smart imaging is not defined by a single breakthrough - it is defined by how we integrate them all.
The Venue
Join us in the heart of Munich at an inspiring, modern venue.
More Highlights
From packed keynotes to intimate panels - every moment counts.
See It in Action
Two minutes that capture the energy of ImagingNext.
Best moments from ImagingNext
Where connections are made