Phase One launch $60,000 aerial camera

Phase One camera
PhaseOne has launched an aerial camera with a big price tag

Phase One has created the iXA, a new medium format aerial camera system manufactured to streamline image capture and process workflow.

Users have a choice of 80 or 60 megapixel models in either RGB or NIR versions, allowing it to be used with existing or new systems.

The 80MP version has a resolution of 10320 x 7752 pixels and the 60MP has a resolution of 8984 x 6732. The body has secured I/O communication connectors and a mini USB connector.

Phase One claims that its new range of Schneider-Kreuznach electronically controlled leaf shutter lenses provide sharp images with in-depth colour. SDK software promises users complete control over ISO, aperture and shutter speed during flight.

Hefty

The iXA certainly swings its weight about, comprising of a 6061 aluminium alloy body for tough aerial conditions and a weighty price tag of $60,000 for the 80MP version and $53,000 for the 60MP. Dov says that this is an extremely high performance system with a cost-effective price.

The camera has been designed for its scalability and flexibility, capturing synchronised images within 100 microseconds.

Dov Kalinski general manager of Phase One Industrial said, "Phase One has spared no effort in developing a truly integrated aerial camera system."

Phase One manufacture open-platform based medium format cameras, digital backs and lenses which are aimed at pro photographers.

Shipping of the iXA will commence in May 2012.

Latest in Cameras
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro
Say goodbye to GoPro and get the highly-rated DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro for its lowest-ever price
Image showing detail of the Leica D-Lux 8
Still can't get a Fujifilm X100VI? This premium Leica compact costs less, and it's in stock
Hasselblad X2D 100C camera in user's hand, their blue jacket in background
My dream Hasselblad camera is getting a sequel soon, according to new leaks – here are 5 upgrades I’m hoping for
Nikon Z6 III camera in the hand with no lens attached and full-frame sensor on display
What's the best camera sensor format? You told us your clear favorite – here's why it's not that simple
Lunar eclipse
I'm a pro photographer – here's how I'm shooting the total lunar eclipse blood moon with my camera and phone
Sigma BF silver camera in the hand at The Photography Show, UK
I tried the Sigma BF camera everyone is talking about – it's truly stunning, but has one fundamental flaw
Latest in News
Lego Pokemon
Pokemon and Lego announce the most electrifying collaboration of all time and I’m going to be first in line
Apple Watch app health
Apple Watch blood pressure monitoring tech revealed in patent
Using Zipped files and folders in Windows 11
Hidden clues suggest Microsoft is moving another part of Windows 11’s Control Panel to the Settings app – and this time it’s mouse options
an image of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Finally! One UI 7 has a release date - here are the Samsung phones that’ll get it first
Google Cloud logo
Google to acquire cloud security platform Wiz in $32 billion deal
GIMP 3.0 interface from the website
Our favorite free photo editor finally got the update it deserves - and these are the top 5 features designers should know about