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Accuracy3cm @ 100m2cm @ 150mDetection range450m @ 80% reflectivity450m @ 50% reflectivityMax point rate480,000 pts/s1,200,000 pts/sRecommended flight speed8-13m/s15m/s

Product dossier

DJI Zenmuse L1

LiDAR and RGB Data collection

One Payload, Two Cameras

  • Comprehensive Imaging System:

    The Zenmuse L1 Combines the Livox LiDAR Module's high-precision point cloud capabilities with a 20MP RGB camera, providing detailed and accurate spatial data with effective detection, deep penetration, and high-quality imagery.

  • Livox LiDAR Module:

    Delivers up to 100% effective point cloud results with a 450m detection range and 240,000 points per second effective point cloud rate. Supports 3 returns and features both repetitive and non-repetitive scan modes for enhanced accuracy and deeper penetration.

  • RGB Camera:

    Equipped with a 20MP 1-inch sensor and a mechanical shutter for high-quality imaging and reduced motion blur.

One Payload, Two Cameras

Full specifications

DJI Zenmuse L1
General
Dimensions152 × 110 × 169 mm
Weight930±10 g
PowerTypical: 30 W; Max: 60 W
IP RatingIP54
Supported AircraftDJI M300 RTK, DJI 350 RTK
Operating Temperature Range-20° to 50° C (-4° to 122° F); / 0° to 50° C (32° to 122° F) when using RGB mapping camera
Storage Temperature Range-20° to 60° C (-4° to 140° F)
System Performance
Detection Range450 m @ 80% reflectivity, 0 klx; / 190 m @ 10% reflectivity, 100 klx
Point RateSingle return: max. 240,000 pts/s; / Multiple return: max. 480,000 pts/s
System Accuracy (RMS 1σ)Horizontal: 10 cm @ 50 m; / Vertical: 5 cm @ 50 m / / This was achieved at 50 m flight altitude; flight speed 10 m/s; gimbal pitch -90°; and each straight segment of the flight route was less than 1,000 m.
Real-time Point Cloud Coloring ModesReflectivity, Height, Distance, RGB
LiDAR
Ranging Accuracy (RMS 1σ)3 cm @ 100 m* / / *Measured in an environment of 25℃ with a target (80% reflectivity) 100 metres away. The result may vary under different test conditions.
Maximum Returns Supported3
Scan ModesNon-repetitive scanning pattern, Repetitive scanning pattern
FOVNon-repetitive scanning pattern: 70.4° (horizontal) × 77.2° (vertical); / Repetitive scanning pattern: 70.4° (horizontal) × 4.5° (vertical)
Laser SafetyClass 1 (IEC 60825-1:2014) (Eye Safety)
Inertial Navigation System
IMU Update Frequency200 Hz
Accelerometer Range±8 g
Angular Velocity Meter Range±2000 dps
Yaw Accuracy (RMS 1σ)Real-time: 0.3°, Post-processing: 0.15°* / / *50 m flight altitude; flight speed 10 m/s; gimbal pitch -90°; and each straight segment of the flight route was less than 1,000 m; DJI Terra was used for post-processing.
Pitch / Roll Accuracy (RMS 1σ)Real-time : 0.05°, Post-processing: 0.025°* / / *50 m flight altitude; flight speed 10 m/s; gimbal pitch -90°; and each straight segment of the flight route was less than 1,000 m; DJI Terra was used for post-processing.
Auxiliary Positioning Vision Sensor
Resolution1280 × 960
FOV95°
RGB Mapping Camera
Sensor Size1 inch
Effective Pixels20 MP
Photo Size5472 × 3078 (16:9); / 4864 × 3648 (4:3); / 5472 × 3648 (3:2)
Focal Length8.8 mm / 24 mm (Equivalent)
Shutter SpeedMechanical Shutter Speed: 1/2000 - 8 s / Electronic Shutter Speed: 1/8000 - 8 s
ISOVideo: 100 – 3200 (Auto), 100 – 6400 (Manual) / Photo: 100 - 3200 (Auto), 100 - 12800 (Manual)
Aperture Rangef/2.8 - f/11
Supported File SystemFAT (≤32 GB); / exFAT (>32 GB)
Photo FormatJPEG
Video FormatMOV, MP4
Video ResolutionH.264, 4K: 3840×2160 30p
Gimbal
Stabilised System3-axis (tilt, roll, pan)
Angular Vibration Range0.01°
MountDetachable DJI SKYPORT
Mechanical RangeTilt: -120° to +30°; Pan: ±320°
Operation ModesFollow/Free/Re-centre
Data Storage
Data Storage Medium1× microSD card slot (UHS-III, SDHC/SDXC)
Storage CapacityMaximum 1 TB
Connectivity
USB Port1× USB Type-C
Communication Interfaces1× HDMI; 1× RJ45 (1000M)
System Components
LiDAR Sensor1
RGB Mapping Camera1
Inertial Navigation System1
Auxiliary Positioning Vision Sensor1
Gimbal1
Mounting Bracket1
Power Module1
Data Storage1
Charging Cable1

Frequently asked questions

What is the protection level of the Zenmuse L1?

The L1 has an IP54 rating according to the IEC60529 standard. This means that it is protected against solid objects over 1mm in size and against water splashed from all directions.

The protection level is not permanent however and will decrease over time due to device wear.

To ensure the highest levels of protection:

• Before installing, make sure that the interface and surface of the gimbal are dry.

• Before use, make sure that the gimbal is firmly installed on the drone and the SD card protective cap is clean, free of foreign objects, and closed.

• Before opening the SD card protective cap, wipe the surface of the drone clean.

Does the L1 require an SD card?

Yes, the L1 requires a MicroSD card with Class 10 or higher transmission speed or rated UHS-1 , with up to 256 GB supported.

What is the Field of View (FOV) of the L1's Lidar?

In Non-repetitive Scanning mode, the FOV is 70.4°x77.2°.

In Repetitive Scanning mode, the FOV is 70.4°x4.5°.

What is the maximum measuring range of the L1?

The maximum measuring range of the L1 is 190m@10%, 100klx ; 450m@80%, 0klx.

The recommended typical working height is 50m-120m.

What is the scanning frequency of the L1?

The L1 provides three scanning frequencies: One/two returns: 80K/s, 160K/s, and 240K/s; three returns: 80K/s, 240K/s.

The L1 has two scanning modes: Non-repetitive Scanning mode and Repetitive Scanning mode.

How many returns does the L1 support?

The L1 supports 3 types of returns:

• One return;

• Two returns;

• Three returns.

Which model reconstruction formats does the L1 support?

The L1 supports the following model reconstruction formats:Point cloud formats: PNTS, LAS, PLY, PCD and S3MB.

What is the IMU accuracy of the L1?

In typical operating scenarios, the IMU accuracy of the L1 is 0.025°(roll/pitch)/0.15°(yaw).

The accuracy was measured under the following conditions in a DJI laboratory environment: After a 5-minute warm up, using Mapping Mission with Calibration Flight enabled in DJI Pilot, and with the RTK in FIX status.

The relative altitude was set to 50 m, flight speed to 10 m/s, gimbal pitch to -90°, and each straight segment of the flight route was less than 1000 m.

DJI Terra was used for post-processing.

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