{"product_id":"micasense-altum-pt","title":"MicaSense Altum-PT","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMicaSense Altum-PT Multispectral Kit: Integrated multispectral, panchromatic, and thermal sensing for precision analytics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MicaSense Altum-PT Multispectral Kit is a professional aerial sensor designed for high-resolution agricultural, environmental, and research applications. It combines five discrete multispectral bands, a high-resolution panchromatic imager, and a radiometrically calibrated thermal sensor into a single synchronized payload.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis integrated design enables pixel-aligned spectral and thermal datasets captured in one flight. Built for repeatable, quantitative analysis, Altum-PT supports workflows requiring fine spatial detail, accurate radiometry, and reliable field performance across demanding remote sensing missions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCore features of the MicaSense Altum-PT\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive multispectral bands: 3.2MP sensors capture discrete visible and near-infrared data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePanchromatic imager: 12.4MP sensor enables ultra-high-resolution spatial detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated thermal sensor: Radiometrically calibrated LWIR thermal imaging included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynchronized capture: All sensors triggered simultaneously for pixel-aligned outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh capture rate: Up to two captures per second in RAW DNG format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable storage: CFexpress media supports high-volume data collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated light sensing: DLS 2 with embedded GPS improves radiometric consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen interfaces: Designed for flexible enterprise UAV integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; padding-bottom: 56.25%; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ciframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 50%; transform: translateX(-50%); width: 100%; height: 100%;\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/azxuJ5WT_P8?si=LN7OmVM6puzusohA\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh-resolution spatial detail for leaf-level analysis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAltum-PT is optimized for applications requiring extremely fine spatial resolution and consistent alignment across sensing modalities. The integrated panchromatic sensor enables pan-sharpened outputs reaching 1.25 cm per pixel at 60 m (200 ft) and 2.49 cm per pixel at 120 m (400 ft).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultispectral data remains aligned to this enhanced spatial detail, supporting early detection of plant-level variability and subtle stress indicators. By capturing multispectral, panchromatic, and thermal imagery in a single synchronized dataset, Altum-PT reduces uncertainty and improves confidence in analytical results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThermal insight combined with multispectral reflectance data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inclusion of a radiometrically calibrated thermal sensor distinguishes Altum-PT from multispectral-only systems. Thermal imagery enables analysis of plant surface temperature, irrigation performance, soil moisture variability, and crop stress response. With stated thermal repeatability better than two degrees across measurements, Altum-PT supports consistent temperature-based analysis over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause thermal, multispectral, and panchromatic imagery are captured simultaneously, users can directly correlate reflectance indices with thermal patterns, enabling deeper insight into water stress, system performance, and environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAircraft compatibility and supported integrations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDJI Matrice 400: Supported integration for enterprise and research operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDJI Matrice 350: Supported integration for professional mapping and inspection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspired Flight IF800: Supported with appropriate integration hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspired Flight IF1200: Supported with appropriate integration hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower flexibility: External power input supports 7.0–25.2 V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen interfaces: Enables integration across multiple UAV platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional applications enabled by Altum-PT\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIrrigation scheduling: Detect uneven water distribution using spectral and thermal data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant disease detection: Identify early stress indicators before visual symptoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant phenotyping: Capture consistent data across growth stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit yield estimation: Analyze crop vigor and spatial variability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit maturity assessment: Detect subtle differences in plant condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater stress prediction: Combine thermal and multispectral indicators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIrrigation system diagnostics: Identify pressure issues and clogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnvironmental monitoring: Support research-grade vegetation analysis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for enterprise integration and field reliability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAltum-PT is engineered for professional deployment where repeatability and data integrity are critical. Open electrical and data interfaces support flexible integration into existing UAV platforms, while the IP4X-rated enclosure provides basic environmental protection for field operations. Removable CFexpress storage simplifies data handling during intensive survey campaigns. Integrated downwelling light sensing improves radiometric consistency across varying illumination conditions, supporting reliable time-series analysis and repeat surveys without excessive workflow complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAltum-PT vs RedEdge-P (Key Comparison)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .comparison-table {\n    width: 100%;\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n    font-size: 14px;\n  }\n  .comparison-table th,\n  .comparison-table td {\n    border: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\n    padding: 10px 12px;\n    vertical-align: top;\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n  .comparison-table thead th {\n    background-color: #f7f7f7;\n    font-weight: 600;\n  }\n  .comparison-table tbody tr:nth-child(even) {\n    background-color: #fafafa;\n  }\n  @media (max-width: 768px) {\n    .comparison-table th,\n    .comparison-table td {\n      font-size: 13px;\n      padding: 8px;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"comparison-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAltum-PT\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRedEdge-P\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary purpose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCombined multispectral, thermal, and RGB sensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-resolution multispectral and RGB imaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThermal imaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes – radiometric FLIR LWIR (320 × 256)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo thermal sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultispectral bands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 bands (Blue, Green, Red, Red Edge, NIR)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 bands per sensor; up to 10 bands with dual-camera setup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRGB \/ panchromatic sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 MP panchromatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.1 MP panchromatic (pan-sharpened)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultispectral GSD @120 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.28 cm per pixel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.7 cm per pixel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePan-sharpened resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.49 cm per pixel @120 m (≈1.25 cm @60 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≈3.98 cm per pixel @120 m (≈2 cm with pan-sharpening)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThermal GSD @120 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33.5 cm per pixel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapture rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 2 images per second (all bands, RAW)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 3 images per second (RAW)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCFexpress card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCFexpress card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadiometric calibration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated multispectral and thermal calibration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultispectral calibration with dual calibration panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical system weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≈577 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≈745 g (dual-sensor configuration)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest-fit use cases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIrrigation diagnostics, water stress, soil moisture, thermal crop analysis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegetation indices, crop vigor, classification, time-series analysis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 16px; padding: 14px 16px; background: #f6f8fa; border: 1px solid #e4e7ec; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003eWhich should I choose?\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0;\"\u003eChoose \u003cstrong\u003eAltum-PT\u003c\/strong\u003e if your workflow requires thermal data alongside multispectral imagery, such as irrigation optimization, water stress detection, or soil moisture analysis. Choose \u003cstrong\u003eRedEdge-P\u003c\/strong\u003e if your priority is higher spectral flexibility, faster capture rates, and advanced vegetation indices for crop monitoring, classification, and long-term time-series analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MicaSense Altum-PT Multispectral Kit delivers a tightly integrated sensing solution for professionals who demand accurate, repeatable, and information-rich aerial data across complex environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable from DSLRPros, supported by enterprise UAS specialists who assist with integration, deployment, and long-term program success. 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