This is some footage shot with the second version of the thermal imaging camera which I tested earlier on (http://diydrones.com/profiles/blogs/testing-a-small-thermal-imaging-camera).
The second version of the camera features a better resolution, an OSD to adjust parameters such as brightness & gain and the possibility to show the picture in false-color.
The camera is very light and small - ideal for UAV applications.
I am planning to shoot some in-flight footage (mounted on my copter) during the next week.
Shot with the 15mm lens:
Technical Details:
Sensor:
Type: (ULIS) Un-cooled FPA micro-bolometer A-Si
Array Size (resolution): 640x480
Spectral Range: 8～14um
NETD: ≤80mk@25℃
Full Frame Rate: 50Hz (PAL)
Power consumption: @12V 200mA
Dimensions without lens:
62mm x 48mm x 48mm (LxWxH)
Weight: 180g
www.diesunddas.co.uk
Comments
Yes. you can connect a video transmitter to the AV Out on the Raspberry Pi. It's actually pretty simple to do. I hacked my own cable, but it wasn't very hard. I'd be happy to share the details with you.
If anyone is interested, I managed to get the SEEK THERMAL camera to stream via WiFi using a Raspberry Pi 2. I'm next going to try to see if I can connect an analog video transmitter to it for IR FPV. (The Pi has an AV out on it).
This would be the only sub $500 solution for IR FPV that I have seen. On the Pi it can also record to an SD card.
I'm scaling the 204x156 image up to 640x480.
Having to register to see anything is a bit of a crock. Looks like they selling hobby grade way overpriced.
Hi Euan,
For a more hobbyist oriented solution Check out the SEEK in this previous Blog Post:
http://diydrones.com/profiles/blogs/thermal-imaging-camera-competit...
The SEEK has 206x156 resolution which is remarkably high for such a cheap thermal camera (way better than the 80x60 of the FLIR ONE).
And only $200.00
Best regards,
Gary
One digit too much on the price.
Their site is boggy. Impossible to fill address field with Canadian info. Logged in but refuse to let me see product,says I must register
Yes - the camera is from MIB Electronic
Pricing starts at 3500 Euro (not including tax and shipping costs).
You can visit their website for more details (as well regarding possible export restrictions).
Website is http://www.mib-electronic.com/
You have to register and then be approved to view products on their site. Curious as to pricing as well.