The Sony ILX-LR1 Mapping Payload is an enterprise-grade aerial imaging system designed for precision mapping and inspection missions. Integrated with a 61 MP full-frame sensor and a lightweight Sigma 24 mm f/3.5 lens, this payload captures ultra-high-resolution imagery optimized for photogrammetry and data modeling. Designed and assembled in the USA with NDAA-compliant components, it integrates seamlessly with the Freefly Astro and Astro Max through the Smart Dovetail interface for rapid deployment.
Professional imaging for aerial survey and inspection
The ILX-LR1’s 35.7 × 23.9 mm full-frame Exmor R sensor produces 9,504 × 6,336 pixel images with superior dynamic range and minimal distortion-ideal for creating accurate orthomosaics and 3D models. With a total system weight of 970 grams (including gimbal and lens), the payload maintains long flight endurance on Astro platforms, typically 28-34 minutes. The Sigma 24 mm f/3.5 lens ensures uniform edge-to-edge sharpness, making it well-suited for mapping and infrastructure surveys.
Optimized integration with Freefly Astro ecosystem
The LR1 Payload connects directly to the Astro series using the Smart Dovetail mount for power, command, and data link integration. Operators can trigger captures from the Pilot Pro controller and monitor telemetry in real time. The kit ships in a compact hard case with foam cutouts for additional lenses and accessories, providing a ready-to-deploy mapping solution for industrial and environmental applications.
