Freefly Mapping Payload

Each Mapping Payload includes a Freefly mapping gimbal, 61MP Sony Alpha 7R IVA, a 24mm lens, a USB drive to capture geo-tagged images and a foam insert that nests under the Astro in the Astro travel case.

The Mapping Gimbal natively mounts to your Astro with the Freefly Smart Dovetail system.* This connection provides power and data communication from the camera to the the ground station controller (and LTE network) for camera controls (camera settings and shutter), gimbal control (tilt), and image preview. 

In the Box

Qty 1 - Mapping Payload

Qty 1 - Freefly Mapping Gimbal

Qty 1 - Sony Alpha 7R IVA 61MP camera body (pre-installed in gimbal)

Qty 1 - Sigma 24mm f3.5 mapping lens (p/n 404965)

Qty 1 - USB - C thumb drive

Qty 1 - Foam insert set for Astro Travel Case

Tech Specs

Mapping Payload

Freefly Mapping Gimbal

Sony Alpha 7R IVA camera body (61 megapixel resolution)

Sigma 24mm f3.5 mapping lens (p/n 404965)

Camera and gimbal control from Herelink pilot controller (Herelink sold separately, included with Astro Base)

Typical Astro flights with Mapping Payload are 25-32 minutes, depending on speed / conditions, per pair of batteries

Ships in a box with reusable foam

Custom cut foam insert designed for Freefly Astro Travel Case

The Freefly Mapping Gimbal is designed and assembled in USA.