"Hi IronDome,
I agree that lidar systems are expensive. However it not only includes the scanner, but also high grade GNSS and IMU, and software to get accurate survey a few minutes after flight.
Flying as high is possible is efficient to cover…"
"Hi,
We are producing Lidar mapping payloads (< 2 kg) since a few years.
Big advantage compare to photogrammetry is that it can see and map the ground below vegetation.
More infos here : http://www.yellowscan.fr"