Important Parameters for UAV Aerial Imaging

Feature Article by Teledyne Lumenera

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Teledyne Lumenera cameras for drone-based aerial imaging white paper 1Teledyne Lumenera has released a white paper explaining the most important factors to consider when selecting a camera for a drone-based aerial imaging system.

Download the full white paper.

The white paper’s content covers:

  • Why higher camera resolution doesn’t guarantee higher ground resolution
  • How ground sampling distance (GSD) is calculated
  • Solutions to increasing pixel width in aerial imaging
  • The definitions of sensitivity and noise
  • How sensitivity and noise impact aerial imaging
  • Global versus rolling shutters for aerial imaging
  • Dynamic range and bit depth requirements
  • Additional considerations for drone camera systems, such as electronic shutters, conformal coating for PCBs, and SWaP (size, weight and power)

To find out more about selecting components for UAV-based aerial imaging applications, download the full white paper.

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