{"product_id":"micasense-rededgep","title":"MicaSense RedEdge-P","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMicaSense RedEdge-P Multispectral Kit: five-band multispectral imaging for repeatable vegetation analysis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFive-band multispectral system overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive narrow spectral bands support quantitative vegetation reflectance analysis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlobal shutter imaging reduces motion distortion during aerial survey operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePanchromatic band enables pan-sharpening with appropriate post-processing workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRGB output aligned with multispectral bands supports mapping deliverables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw DNG capture preserves analytical data fidelity for processing workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapture rates up to three frames per second improve survey efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCFexpress storage supports high-speed data recording during missions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpandable architecture supports dual or triple camera configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImage quality and spatial resolution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpectral outputs and expandable analytics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.dslrpros.com\/products\/micasense-rededgep-blue-multispectral-kit\"\u003eRedEdge-P Blue\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.dslrpros.com\/products\/micasense-rededge-p-green-multispectral-kit\"\u003eRedEdge-P Green\u003c\/a\u003e cameras, a triple configuration supports synchronized capture of fifteen multispectral bands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlatform compatibility and workflow integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with professional UAV platforms, including DJI enterprise aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports standalone operation as a single multispectral payload\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrates into dual configurations with other RedEdge-P family cameras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports triple configurations with RedEdge-P Blue and RedEdge-P Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables synchronized multi-camera capture using shared timing signals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports Ethernet, serial, and GPIO interfaces for aircraft integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with common photogrammetry and multispectral processing workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional applications and field use cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision agriculture monitoring: evaluate crop vigor, stress, and treatment effectiveness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetation index mapping: generate NDVI, NDRE, OSAVI, and CIR datasets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeed identification workflows: differentiate crops, weeds, and invasive species accurately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrop counting analysis: support early growth assessment using machine learning techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnvironmental monitoring missions: track vegetation change and ecosystem health over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForestry assessment operations: analyze canopy condition and vegetation distribution patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConservation and restoration projects: monitor habitat recovery and biodiversity indicators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResearch field programs: perform repeatable time-series multispectral data collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for enterprise and research reliability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable now from DSLRPros. Purchase today to standardize your multispectral data collection workflow across field operations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MicaSense","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49490156847343,"sku":"S-MICA-REP","price":8395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/9445\/6815\/files\/MicaSense_Rededge-P_Red.webp?v=1777889377","url":"https:\/\/www.thenomadsessentials.com\/products\/micasense-rededgep","provider":"The Nomads Essentials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}