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Summary

When flying with the P5 on any platform you need to consider the minimum shutter speed for that lens and altitude combination. Below you will find a rough guide and a more in depth calculator to ensure that you have the correct shutter speed to give the optimal results.

In-Depth

When calculating the minimum shutter speed needed we want to ensure there is no blur however still allow as much light in as possible to allow for a lower ISO if possible. This is why a correct calculation of the minimum shutter speed is essential in giving the best possible results. Even more so on overcast days.

In the examples below we are assuming the following:

  • The aircraft is moving max 18m per second
  • You want to achieve blur less than 1 pixel

 

Basic Guide

Lens / Altitude60m90m120m
35mm1/32001/20001/1600
80mm1/65001/50001/3200

 

 

Advance Calculator

Below you can put in your specific flight parameters and calculate your needed shutter speed.

Please do not go below 1/1600th of a second as shake from the UAV may cause blur on lower shutterspeeds.