DJI Zenmuse P1 Aerial Surveying Camera with 35mm Lens

The DJI Zenmuse P1 is a professional-grade aerial surveying camera designed for high-precision photogrammetry and mapping applications. Engineered specifically for integration with the DJI Matrice 300 RTK and M350 RTK drone platforms, it provides a comprehensive solution for capturing detailed geographical data from the air. This system transforms aerial photography into accurate, measurable 3D models and orthomosaic maps, serving industries such as construction, urban planning, agriculture, and land surveying. The camera features a 45-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor paired with a mechanical global shutter that operates at speeds up to 1/2000th of a second, minimising motion blur for crisp images. It comes with an interchangeable fixed-focus 35mm lens as standard, though it is also compatible with 24mm and 50mm DJI DL series lenses for different mission requirements. A key technological feature is TimeSync 2.0, which synchronises the camera, gimbal, flight controller, and RTK module with millisecond precision. This enables the system to achieve remarkable accuracy—reportedly 3cm horizontally and 5cm vertically without ground control points under optimal conditions. The 3-axis stabilised gimbal ensures smooth operation and supports Smart Oblique Capture, allowing efficient multi-angle imaging for 3D modelling. This payload is best suited for professional surveyors, mapping specialists, and enterprises involved in large-scale infrastructure projects. It dramatically increases survey efficiency compared to traditional methods, capable of covering approximately 3 square kilometres in a single flight at a 3cm ground sample distance. The system supports multiple operation modes including 2D orthomosaic, 3D oblique mapping, and detailed reconstruction, making it versatile for various applications from cadastral surveying to emergency response planning. Its robust construction with an IP4X rating allows operation in diverse environmental conditions, from -20°C to 50°C.