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The application of drones is very extensive. For example, drones are used to inspect wind turbine blades, fire rescue uses drones to enter dangerous areas to survey the situation, smart agriculture and animal husbandry use drones to observe growth conditions, aerial photography enthusiasts use drones to carry cameras to shoot scenery, etc. These applications are inseparable from the role of cameras. How to choose a drone camera?
You can refer to the recommendations in this article, or you can visit the upcoming 2024 Shenzhen International UAV EXPO to learn more.
Exhibition information
Exhibition name: The 9th Shenzhen International Drone Exhibition 2024
Exhibition time: May 24th -26th , 2024
Exhibition location: Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center (Futian)
Xuanzhan booth No.: 1B332, Hall 1.
Xuanzhan Technology , as an official authorized distributor of SONY, represents Sony’s FCB series HD and 4K UHD camera modules. It has 15 years of practical experience in secondary research and development of cameras (as of 2024). Xuanzhan Technology can provide professional guidance and suggestions on the selection of drone cameras.
1. Camera type:
The types of drone cameras include infrared cameras, visible light cameras, etc. Infrared cameras can shoot at night or in low-light environments, while visible light cameras can shoot during the day or in well-lit environments. SONY’s latest visible light cameras, which use starlight sensors and infrared night vision functions, can output true color images in low-light environments, such as the FCB-9500 series, FCB-EV9520L, and the upcoming 4K60P camera FCB-ER9500. Choosing them can get the advantages of visible light cameras and the characteristics of infrared cameras.
2. Resolution:
The higher the resolution of the drone’s camera, the clearer the images it captures. Common resolutions include 4K, 2K, 1080p, etc.
In general aerial photography, many people like to choose domestic cameras because they are relatively cost-effective. However, according to the development trend of drone aerial photography, more users choose international brands for upgrading, such as SONY FCB-EV7520, FCB-EV9520L, etc.
For application scenarios such as rescue investigation, smart agriculture and animal husbandry, it is more appropriate to choose a 4K ultra-high-definition camera, which can present more details and provide more effective information for the industry. SONY FCB-ER8530 can provide the 4K ultra-high-definition images you want.
In the fields of drone inspection, mapping, 3D modeling, etc., special attention is paid to tiny details, such as scratches and cracks, so it is recommended to use a professional camera. ILX-LR1 is an expandable full- frame remote control camera specially developed by SONY for drone inspection, etc. This camera starts from the aspects of image quality, efficiency, performance, remote SDK control, body size, weight, integration, etc., to create a convenient, flexible and efficient camera for drone inspection, which can improve the efficiency of drone inspection by about 30%.
ILX-LR1 CAMERA
3. Optical zoom:
Drone cameras can magnify the captured images without affecting the image quality. Common optical zooms include 10x, 20x , 30x , etc. The Sony zoom cameras represented by Xuanzhan Technology include common zooms and have fast autofocus, which can cope with complex external environments.
In addition to the above main requirements, it is recommended that the drone camera also has functions such as stabilization, defog, wide dynamic range, and good optical axis consistency, so that high-definition, natural, and stable images can be presented for different scenes of the drone.
At the 2024 Shenzhen International UAV Exhibition, you will have the opportunity to experience and compare various brands and models of drone cameras up close. You are welcome to visit the Xuanzhan Technology booth to exchange and discuss your suggestions and ideas.
Xuanzhan Technology , as an experienced extended R&D solution provider for Sony cameras, can provide customized solutions based on customers’ actual needs and project requirements. From the selection of camera modules to the integration of extended R&D, Xuanzhan Technology can provide a full range of support and services to ensure that customers achieve the best results and performance in drone camera technology.