MicaSense RedEdge-P Multispectral Kit: five-band multispectral imaging for repeatable vegetation analysis The MicaSense RedEdge-P Multispectral Kit is designed for professional agronomy, environmental monitoring, and research teams that require consistent, quantitative aerial data. As a standalone multispectral sensor, it captures five narrow spectral bands using global shutter imaging to reduce motion distortion during mapping flights. The system supports repeatable time-series analysis under varying illumination conditions and produces datasets commonly used for vegetation indices and analytical mapping workflows. Built within the modular RedEdge-P camera ecosystem, the RedEdge-P can operate independently or scale into higher-band configurations when paired with compatible RedEdge-P family cameras. Five-band multispectral system overview Five narrow spectral bands support quantitative vegetation reflectance analysis Global shutter imaging reduces motion distortion during aerial survey operations Panchromatic band enables pan-sharpening with appropriate post-processing workflows RGB output aligned with multispectral bands supports mapping deliverables Raw DNG capture preserves analytical data fidelity for processing workflows Capture rates up to three frames per second improve survey efficiency CFexpress storage supports high-speed data recording during missions Expandable architecture supports dual or triple camera configurations Image quality and spatial resolution The RedEdge-P Multispectral Kit captures 1456 × 1088 pixels per multispectral band, paired with a 2464 × 2056 panchromatic band and a 5.1 MP RGB output aligned to all spectral bands. At 120 m (approximately 400 ft) AGL, published references include 7.7 cm (3 in) multispectral ground sample distance and 3.98 cm (1.5 in) panchromatic ground sample distance. With appropriate post-processing, pan-sharpening can achieve spatial detail of up to 2 cm (0.8 in) per pixel, supporting detailed vegetation assessment and mapping consistency. Spectral outputs and expandable analytics The RedEdge-P spectral set covers blue, green, red, red edge, and near-infrared wavelengths and supports outputs referenced as RGB, NDVI, NDRE, OSAVI, CIR, and DSM. These datasets enable consistent comparisons across seasons, treatments, and management zones. When analytical requirements increase, the camera family supports dual configurations using any two RedEdge-P family cameras for up to ten selectable spectral bands. When combined with RedEdge-P Blue and RedEdge-P Green cameras, a triple configuration supports synchronized capture of fifteen multispectral bands. Platform compatibility and workflow integration Compatible with professional UAV platforms, including DJI enterprise aircraft Supports standalone operation as a single multispectral payload Integrates into dual configurations with other RedEdge-P family cameras Supports triple configurations with RedEdge-P Blue and RedEdge-P Green Enables synchronized multi-camera capture using shared timing signals Supports Ethernet, serial, and GPIO interfaces for aircraft integration Compatible with common photogrammetry and multispectral processing workflows Professional applications and field use cases Precision agriculture monitoring: evaluate crop vigor, stress, and treatment effectiveness Vegetation index mapping: generate NDVI, NDRE, OSAVI, and CIR datasets Weed identification workflows: differentiate crops, weeds, and invasive species accurately Crop counting analysis: support early growth assessment using machine learning techniques Environmental monitoring missions: track vegetation change and ecosystem health over time Forestry assessment operations: analyze canopy condition and vegetation distribution patterns Conservation and restoration projects: monitor habitat recovery and biodiversity indicators Research field programs: perform repeatable time-series multispectral data collection Altum-PT vs RedEdge-P (Key Comparison) .comparison-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 14px; } .comparison-table th, .comparison-table td { border: 1px solid #e5e5e5; padding: 10px 12px; vertical-align: top; text-align: left; } .comparison-table thead th { background-color: #f7f7f7; font-weight: 600; } .comparison-table tbody tr:nth-child(even) { background-color: #fafafa; } @media (max-width: 768px) { .comparison-table th, .comparison-table td { font-size: 13px; padding: 8px; } } Category Altum-PT RedEdge-P Primary purpose Combined multispectral, thermal, and RGB sensing High-resolution multispectral and RGB imaging Thermal imaging Yes – radiometric FLIR LWIR (320 × 256) No thermal sensor Multispectral bands 5 bands (Blue, Green, Red, Red Edge, NIR) 5 bands per sensor; up to 10 bands with dual-camera setup RGB / panchromatic sensor 12 MP panchromatic 5.1 MP panchromatic (pan-sharpened) Multispectral GSD @120 m 5.28 cm per pixel 7.7 cm per pixel Pan-sharpened resolution 2.49 cm per pixel @120 m (≈1.25 cm @60 m) ≈3.98 cm per pixel @120 m (≈2 cm with pan-sharpening) Thermal GSD @120 m 33.5 cm per pixel N/A Capture rate Up to 2 images per second (all bands, RAW) Up to 3 images per second (RAW) Storage CFexpress card CFexpress card Radiometric calibration Integrated multispectral and thermal calibration Multispectral calibration with dual calibration panels Typical system weight ≈577 g ≈745 g (dual-sensor configuration) Best-fit use cases Irrigation diagnostics, water stress, soil moisture, thermal crop analysis Vegetation indices, crop vigor, classification, time-series analysis Which should I choose? Choose Altum-PT if your workflow requires thermal data alongside multispectral imagery, such as irrigation optimization, water stress detection, or soil moisture analysis. Choose RedEdge-P if your priority is higher spectral flexibility, faster capture rates, and advanced vegetation indices for crop monitoring, classification, and long-term time-series analysis. Designed for enterprise and research reliability The RedEdge-P Multispectral Kit is engineered for professional deployments requiring consistent capture and predictable integration. Published specifications reference IP4X protection, wide external power input, and defined operating temperature ranges with adequate airflow. Double radiometric calibration using a downwelling light sensor and calibration reflectance panel is referenced to improve reliability under changing illumination. Standardized interfaces and raw DNG capture support interoperable workflows across recurring enterprise mapping programs. The MicaSense RedEdge-P Multispectral Kit delivers dependable five-band multispectral datasets with a clear upgrade path to expanded spectral configurations. It supports confident, data-driven decision-making across agriculture, research, and environmental monitoring programs. Available now from DSLRPros. Purchase today to standardize your multispectral data collection workflow across field operations.
