Users can use DroneDeploy for processing Multispectral data in order to gain insights into Plant Health. In this guide, we'll go over the basics of getting started with Multispectral Sensors.
Supported Multispectral Sensors*
*The following sensors are compatible with DroneDeploy processing. To fly and capture with these sensors using DroneDeploy automated flight, the sensors will need to be mounted to a supported drone. From there, toggle the "3rd party camera" option in preferences to control the camera capture.
DroneDeploy supports the following Multispectral Sensors for Processing:
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Camera Type: |
Flight - Mounted to Supported Drones |
Where to Upload: |
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Mavic 3 Multispectral |
No, use another flight app such as DJI Pilot 2 app |
4-band processing support (C. in the image below) |
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Slantrange 3p and 3px |
Yes, use 3rd party camera toggle within user preferences and use the SlantRange app (details below) |
Slantrange section within the Upload Page |
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Phantom 4 Pro Multispectral |
No, use another flight app such as DJI GS PRO |
Multispectral Upload Section |
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Sentera High-Precision NDVI Single Sensors and Sentera Double 4K |
Yes, use 3rd party camera toggle within user preferences |
Single/Double Upload like a normal map |
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AgEagle Micasense Rededge-M, MX* |
Yes, use 3rd party camera toggle within user preferences |
Multispectral Upload Section |
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Parrot Sequoia |
Not supported |
Not supported |
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Altum |
Yes, use 3rd party camera toggle within user preferences |
Multispectral Upload Section |
For more information on flying with Sentera or Slantrange please visit our dedicated support pages. For more information on using Modified Cameras check out our Modified Camera support page.
Viewing the Plant Health Layer
Once you have uploaded your images you can toggle on the Plant Health Layer to view your data. Depending on the sensor you use, your camera will have a specific filter.
Below is the list of band orders available:
- RGB (Red, Green, Blue)
- NRG (Near Infrared, Red, Green)
- NGB (Near Infrared, Green, Blue)
- RGN (Red, Green, Near Infrared)
- NB (Near Infrared, Blue)
- NG (Near Infrared, Green)
(Mavic 3 Multispectral Processing)
Since the M3M does not have a blue band, you can upload the 4 bands (red, green, RE, NIR) to produce the orthos and conduct Plant Health analysis.
Multispectral uploads are only supported via the Legacy uploader.
You'll want to verify your band order with the company you bought the sensor from.
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Band Information Quick Links |
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Once you have selected the filter you want to use you'll be able to choose the algorithm (or index) you would like to view your data in.
Cameras that capture Red, Green, and Blue light (RGB) apply the VARI algorithm to assess plant health. Cameras that capture Near Infrared light can apply the following algorithms:
NDVI, ENDVI, GNDVI, SAVI, OSAVI, RDVI
To learn more about the different algorithms available for you within the Plant Health layer of DroneDeploy check out our Viewing Plant Health Within DroneDeploy Page.
Grid and Zone Management
Users can also employ zone and grid management in the plant health section if they would like to view their plant health data in sections.
For more information on using the grid and zone toggle check out our Plant Health Zone documentation here.