Introducing the HD55: A Versatile EO/IR Drone Gimbal
The HD55 stands out as a lightweight and compact gimbal designed for electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) applications. Encased in a durable, environmentally sealed housing, this gimbal offers 720p HD video output compliant with H.264 and H.265 standards. Users can choose between a dual EO camera setup or opt for thermal imaging capabilities with MWIR and LWIR options.
Precision and Control
Equipped with a GPS-aided Inertial Navigation System (INS) that is integrated with the cameras, the HD55 achieves an impressive accuracy of up to 0.5 degrees. This feature enables real-time geopointing and geolocation, ensuring high-precision targeting. The gimbal also boasts advanced video processing capabilities, including scene and target tracking. Control options include ethernet and serial interfaces, with video output available through both Ethernet and analog connections.
Specifications Overview
| HD55-VV | HD55-LV-CZ-30x | HD55-MV | |
| Dimensions (D x H) | 5.5 x 7.8 inches | 5.5 x 7.8 inches | 5.5 x 7.8 inches |
| Weight | 1450 grams | 1660 grams | 1780 grams |
| Power consumption | Average: 20W,Peak: 75W | Average: 20W,Peak: 75W | Average: 20W,Peak: 75W |
| Cameras | Visible global Shutter 36X Picture-in-Picture Visible Camera |
Visible Global Shutter 30X LWIR 640 with 5X continuous zoom lens |
Visible Rolling Shutter 3X MWIR with 10X continuous zoom lens |
| Field of View (FOV) | 38.9°–1.5° 13.7°–4.6° |
59.2°–1.8° 29°–5.9° |
13.7°–4.6° 21.7° – 2.2° |
| Export Control | BIS-controlled | BIS-controlled | ITAR-controlled |



