Technical Specs
Performance
The LR1 Payload's high pixel count allows you to cover a large amount of area quickly at low resolution, or collect very high-resolution imagery at lower altitudes. Approximate GSD, coverage per flight, and expected altitude are listed below for reference. This is based on a 70% forward and 65% side overlap, single pass (no crosshatch).
0.5
62
4.75
31
1
98
9.5
63
1.9 (capped by 400ft altitude)
240
15
121
A single Astro flight with the LR1 Payload is typically 25-29 minutes. The exact time depends on the survey area's geometry, the number of turns required, and the flight speed, as well as environmental factors such as wind speed and direction. Note that the time presented in AMC is an estimate, and not adding return or transit waypoints may affect its calculation. A good rule of thumb is to aim for an AMC-calculated flight duration of <23 minutes. This should allow the flight to complete and return before hitting the battery reserve.
Camera Body
Sony ILX-LR1
Sensor Size (pixels)
9504 x 6336
Sensor Size (mm)
35.7 x 23.9
Pixel Size (μm)
3.76
Weight
Astro's maximum payload weight is 1500 grams.
Smart Dovetail mount
95
Weight with default lens (Sigma 24mm)
970
Weight with default lens and mount
1065
Remaining weight for accessories
435
Ingress
The LR1 Payload is not IP ingress rated, as the ILX-LR1 camera itself is not IP rated. We do not recommend flying in rain or very dusty enviroments.
Gimbal
Minimum gimbal angle
-90° (straight down)
Maximum gimbal angle
+30°
Lenses
These are the lenses we have tested with, but other lenses and additional modules can work as well. Learn more about configuring the gimbal here:
LR1 Lenses and ExpansionLens selection in AMC only matters for mission planning calculations (overlap, photo trigger, etc) and for infinity focus to work properly.
If you plan a mission with a non-standard lens, make sure that the correct lens is selected in the Survey section of the Plan screen. If your lens isn't on the dropdown, you can enter the details manually by selecting Custom Camera instead of a specific lens.
When changing lenses, select your lens from the Focal Length dropdown in Camera Settings found in the camera settings.
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