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Point Grey Launches New Ladybug®5 Spherical Imaging System, Offers 30 MP Resolution and 360-Degree Video Streaming
Feb. 4, 2013 06:01 PM
Point Grey, a world-leading designer and manufacturer of innovative,
high-performance digital cameras, today announced the release of the
all-new Ladybug®5 camera.
Ladybug5 30 Megapixel Spherical Camera
(Photo: Business Wire)
The Ladybug5 is the next-generation version of the popular Ladybug
series of 360-degree cameras, and continues Point Grey’s long-standing
leadership in spherical imaging. The new LD5-U3-51S5C redefines past
performance benchmarks, boasting an impressive 30 megapixels (MP) of
total resolution covering 90% of a full sphere; a 5Gbit/s USB 3.0
interface; and a ground-breaking post-processing workflow that provides
high dynamic range, superb image quality and maximum user flexibility.
The Ladybug5 spherical imaging system is an excellent choice for
applications in geographic information systems (GIS); vehicle-based
photogrammetry; situational awareness; and entertainment solutions for
lighting models, full dome projection content, and other immersive
experiences.
The LD5-U3-51S5C camera uses six high sensitivity 5 MP Sony ICX655 CCD
image sensors; five CCDs are positioned in a horizontal ring and one is
positioned vertically pointing upwards. Unlike rolling shutter CMOS,
global shutter CCD technology prevents motion artifacts when capturing
images from a moving vehicle. All six Ladybug5 imagers are
pre-calibrated in Point Grey’s manufacturing facility, removing the need
for in-field calibration. The Ladybug5 captures, optionally compresses,
and transmits full bit-depth (12-bit) images to the host PC where a
unique software post-processing workflow can be used to apply white
balance, gamma, smear correction, fall-off correction and other image
processing functions.
“The Ladybug5 has generated significant interest by addressing customer
demands for increased resolution and higher dynamic range,” explains
Michael Gibbons, Director of Sales and Marketing. Mr. Gibbons adds, “We
are also very excited to introduce our innovative capture and
post-processing workflow model with Ladybug5, which allows users to
maximize dynamic range and maintain flexibility by being able to return
to the original content and re-apply post-processing steps as desired.”
The Ladybug5 LD5-U3-51S5C-44 (black or red enclosure) camera is list
priced at USD $19,995 and €15,995 and is available to order now from
Point Grey and its network of distributors.
For more information about spherical imaging, see Point
Grey’s White Paper: Accurate 360° Spherical Imaging With Multiple
Pre-Calibrated Sensors.
About Point Grey
Point Grey Research, Inc. is a world-leading designer and manufacturer
of innovative, high-performance digital cameras for industrial, life
science, and traffic applications. We offer a unique and comprehensive
portfolio of USB 3.0, GigE, FireWire, USB 2.0 and Camera Link products
known for their outstanding quality, ease of use, and unbeatable
price-performance. Point Grey was founded in 1997 and is based in
Richmond, Canada. A broad range of hardware, software and mechanical
engineering skills under one roof has allowed Point Grey to successfully
bring many innovative and ground-breaking products to market. This drive
for innovation has led to many industry firsts, including the world’s
first and smallest 1394b digital camera, the smallest GigE camera, and
the first USB 3.0 machine vision camera. Point Grey currently employs
over 160 people and has international offices in Germany, China, Japan,
and Italy. The company also has a strong network of distributors in
Japan, Korea, Singapore, China, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more
information, visit www.ptgrey.com.
English Abstract
Point Grey Launches New Ladybug5 Spherical Imaging System, Offers 30
MP Resolution and 360-Degree Video Streaming
The new Ladybug5 camera continues Point Grey’s long standing leadership
in spherical imaging and redefines performance benchmarks once again.
The LD5-U3-51S5C model boasts an impressive 30 MP resolution covering
90% of a full sphere, a 5 Gbit/s USB 3.0 interface, and a post
processing workflow to provide high dynamic range, superb image quality
and maximum user flexibility. The Ladybug5 spherical imaging system is
an excellent choice for applications in geospatial imaging (GIS);
vehicle-based photogrammetry; situational awareness; and entertainment
solutions for lighting models, full dome projection content, and other
immersive experiences.
Additional Resources
Product datasheets, photos and press material can be accessed via FTP.
To obtain an FTP login account, please contact Renata Sprencz at press@ptgrey.com.
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