MicaSense Altum-PT Multispectral Kit: Integrated multispectral, panchromatic, and thermal sensing for precision analytics

The 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.

This 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.

Core features of the MicaSense Altum-PT

Five multispectral bands: 3.2MP sensors capture discrete visible and near-infrared data
Panchromatic imager: 12.4MP sensor enables ultra-high-resolution spatial detail
Integrated thermal sensor: Radiometrically calibrated LWIR thermal imaging included
Synchronized capture: All sensors triggered simultaneously for pixel-aligned outputs
High capture rate: Up to two captures per second in RAW DNG format
Removable storage: CFexpress media supports high-volume data collection
Integrated light sensing: DLS 2 with embedded GPS improves radiometric consistency
Open interfaces: Designed for flexible enterprise UAV integration

High-resolution spatial detail for leaf-level analysis

Altum-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).

Multispectral 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.

Thermal insight combined with multispectral reflectance data

The 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.

Because 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.

Aircraft compatibility and supported integrations

DJI Matrice 400: Supported integration for enterprise and research operations
DJI Matrice 350: Supported integration for professional mapping and inspection
Inspired Flight IF800: Supported with appropriate integration hardware
Inspired Flight IF1200: Supported with appropriate integration hardware
Power flexibility: External power input supports 7.0–25.2 V
Open interfaces: Enables integration across multiple UAV platforms

Professional applications enabled by Altum-PT

Irrigation scheduling: Detect uneven water distribution using spectral and thermal data
Plant disease detection: Identify early stress indicators before visual symptoms
Plant phenotyping: Capture consistent data across growth stages
Fruit yield estimation: Analyze crop vigor and spatial variability
Fruit maturity assessment: Detect subtle differences in plant condition
Water stress prediction: Combine thermal and multispectral indicators
Irrigation system diagnostics: Identify pressure issues and clogs
Environmental monitoring: Support research-grade vegetation analysis

Designed for enterprise integration and field reliability

Altum-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.

Altum-PT vs RedEdge-P (Key Comparison)

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.

The 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.

Available from DSLRPros, supported by enterprise UAS specialists who assist with integration, deployment, and long-term program success. Equip your operation with a multisensor platform built for actionable insights.

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