Sony has unveiled its latest product, the ILX-LR1, an interchangeable lens camera tailored specifically for industrial purposes. This 35 mm full-frame image sensor camera comes with roughly 61 megapixels and boasts high-resolution capabilities within a compact design. Suited for tasks such as inspection, investigation, and drone-based mapping or surveying, the device offers a unique blend of portability and power.
Highlighting the evolving drone market, Matthew Swinney, Head of Image Sensing Solutions at Sony Europe, said, "As the industrial drone sector grows, there's a rising demand for a camera that is both compact and excels in image quality. The ILX-LR1 meets these demands and harnesses Sony’s longstanding reputation in imaging, along with the flexibility of our interchangeable lenses and Camera Remote SDK, culminating in a versatile photography ecosystem that caters to a myriad of industrial needs."
Key Features:
- High-Resolution Imaging: The camera can capture high-definition, low noise pictures with a broad dynamic range, allowing users to discern minute details like small cracks during inspections. With features such as 3 frames per second continuous shooting, high-altitude photography is expedited. Further, compatibility with an array of E-mount lenses lets users pick the lens best suited for their project.
- Design: The ILX-LR1’s dimensions are approximately 3.94 inches in width x 2.91 inches in height x 1.67 inches in depth and it weighs around 0.53 lbs (excluding monitor, viewfinder, or battery). This makes it an ideal candidate for drone photography.
- Integration Capabilities: This camera can be effortlessly integrated into various industries, including green energy, transportation, construction, and more. Its design includes multiple mounting points for versatility in applications, from drones to industrial machines.
- Remote Capabilities: The Sony Camera Remote SDK allows for the camera to be remotely controlled, which includes adjusting settings, triggering the shutter, and monitoring in real time. The latest version even supports manual focus adjustments for precise shooting.
- Power and Control: The ILX-LR1 Power & Control Terminal ensures quick data communication for time-sensitive remote applications. It can be powered using a drone’s battery, eliminating frequent battery swaps.
Prospective buyers and industry professionals can get a first-hand look at the ILX-LR1 during the Commercial UAV Expo Show in Las Vegas on September 5, 2023. Additionally, the camera will be showcased at the IBC in Amsterdam from September 15-18, 2023.
For those interested in purchasing the ILX-LR1, the camera will be available in December 2023 through various authorized Sony dealers.
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