MicaSense Downwelling Light Sensor 2 (DLS 2)
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MicaSense Downwelling Light Sensor 2 (DLS 2): Replacement incident light sensor for accurate radiometric correction The MicaSense Downwelling Light Sensor 2 (DLS 2) is an incident light sensor used to improve radiometric accuracy in multispectral data collection. Mounted on top of the aircraft with an unobstructed view of the sky, it measures ambient illumination and sun angle throughout a flight. This information is embedded directly into image metadata, allowing processing software to compensate for changing lighting conditions. DLS 2 comes standard with Altum-PT and RedEdge-P sensor kits and is offered here as a replacement or spare accessory for professional operations.
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The MicaSense Downwelling Light Sensor 2 (DLS 2) is a drone-mounted thermal payload engineered for aerial inspection and surveying. Its 384×384 sensor delivers clear, reliable thermal imagery in most conditions. Compatible with major drone platforms, with 24-month warranty and Thermisight's compliance expertise.
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Warranty
2-year limited manufacturer warranty
- Covers defects in materials & workmanship
- 30-day satisfaction return window
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Specifications
- Vendor
- MicaSense
- Category
- Navigation & Sensors
- SKU
- S-MICA-DLS2
- Tags
- Low Stock - Reorder Needed, MicaSense, MicaSense Altum-PT, Micasense RedEdge-P, S-MICA-DLS2, Sensor
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Compare detection range & sensitivity
Side-by-side with similar accessory optics. Lower NETD = better thermal sensitivity; higher detection range = farther identification.
| Spec | |  |  |  |  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detection range | — | — | — | — | — |
| Sensitivity (NETD) | — | — | — | — | — |
| Sensor res. | 384×384 | 384×384 | 384×384 | 384×384 | 384×384 |
| Objective | — | — | — | — | — |
| LRF | No | No | No | No | No |
| Price | $999 | $9,800 | $639.99 | $899 | $4,239 |
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MicaSense Downwelling Light Sensor 2 (DLS 2)
$999