The LR1 Payload is well suited for high-resolution mapping and imaging missions with the Freefly Astro.

The LR1 Payload natively mounts to your Astro with the Freefly Smart Dovetail system.* This connection provides power and data communication from the camera to the ground station controller (and LTE network) for camera controls (camera settings and shutter), gimbal control (tilt), and image preview. 

The payload is adjustable and expandable, and supports multiple lenses and for different applications, as well as expansion ports for add-on cameras, sensors, and power out. 

Each LR1 Payload includes a Freefly gimbal with a pre-installed 61MP Sony ILX-LR1, a 24mm lens, a USB drive to capture geo-tagged JPG images**, and a travel case with a custom foam insert. 

 Notes

• The payload is tuned to work best on Astro or Astro Max with the Astro Isolator
• The LR1 Payload is not available without the camera/lens, nor is it practical or advised to disassemble the payload to use the camera for other purposes. 
• This payload is DIU Blue approved and NDAA compliant. 
  

*If you are buying this for an Astro you already have, and it doesn't have the Astro Isolator, you will need to purchase one in order to mount it to your Astro. 

**The LR1 Payload is optimized for mapping and inspection using JPG images. There is an option to enable RAW photos, but they will save directly to the camera SD card without location data

Tech Specs

• Ships in rugged travel case with room for 2 additional lenses
  • SKB 3L-1209-4B-E with custom insert
  • Exterior: 13.125" x 11.375" x 5.5" / 33.34 x 28.89 x 13.97cm

• Freefly Gimbal with Smart Dovetail Quick-Release

• Sony Sony ILX-LR1 camera body installed in gimbal (61 megapixel resolution)

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

• Lightweight at only 970g / 34.2oz

• Camera and gimbal control from pilot controller (not included with payload, Pilot Pro controller ships with every new Astro)

• Typical Astro flights with Mapping Payload are 28-34 minutes (depending on speed / conditions / lens), per pair of batteries

• Three expansion ports for additional cameras/sensors/power

   

Payload is designed and assembled in USA. NDAA and DIU Blue approved.

In the Box

• Qty 1 - Travel Case
  • Qty 1 - Freefly Mapping Gimbal
  • Qty 1 - Sony ILX-LR1 camera (pre-installed in gimbal)

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

  • Qty 1 - USB-C thumb drive

Compatibility