The new 247-megapixel sensor, integrated into the MFC250 camera module, sets a new benchmark for image data collection
Leica Geosystems has successfully integrated Sony’s latest IMX811 sensor into the Leica TerrainMapper-3 topographic LiDAR system, significantly enhancing its collection capabilities. This upgrade is enabled by our new Leica MFC250 camera module, specifically engineered to unlock the full potential of the IMX811 sensor.
Sony IMX811 sensor: a new standard for airborne imaging
Sony’s groundbreaking 247 MP sensor, featuring a 2.81 µm pixel size, sets a new benchmark for resolution and performance. For Leica Geosystems customers, this translates into ultra-efficient, high-resolution imaging—ideal for demanding geospatial applications.
Sony IMX811 247MP Sensor
Airborne imaging at any speed
Efficiency is key in aerial surveys, where maximum ground speed is desired. However, such speeds present a significant challenge for image sharpness. During exposure, aircraft motion can cause several pixels of image blur if not properly managed. This issue becomes even more critical with the IMX811, whose smaller pixel size demands precise motion ion compensation to preserve image clarity.
Leica Geosystems addresses this challenge with exclusive mechanical Forward Motion Compensation (FMC), industry-leading lenses, and the Leica PAV200 gyro-stabilised mount. Together, these technologies ensure high-quality, blur-free images even at high aircraft speeds and in challenging light conditions.
Data captured with Leica TerrainMapper-3 on February 3, 2025 at 12.26 PM
Proven in the field
The successful launch of the MFC250 for TerrainMapper-3 followed extensive, real-world testing of the technology at our Swiss headquarters over the last year. The MFC250 has also been deployed to the United States, where it is currently being used for the Hexagon Content Program. Early technology adoption and testing inside the Hexagon Content Program ensure performance optimization and reinforce our customer promise: “When it has to be right.”