SOC710
Portable Hyperspectral Imaging System
The SOC710 Series® by Surface optics is the ultimate portable hyperspectral imager. Whether you are outdoors, on the production floor, or in a lab, it delivers real-time research-grade results with a wavelength range of 400 to 1700 nanometers.
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The ideal hyperspectral camera for applications in precision agriculture, forestry, mining and oceanography, the SOC710-VP® offers high performance, portability and versatility at an affordable price. A 12-bit camera and precision factory calibration yields data with excellent dynamic range, free from errors.
LINE Scanning OR Internal Scanning
This unique feature offers the user true portability and versatility. Additional hardware such as translation stages, rotating tripods or sample stages are not necessary. Can be operated in traditional line scanning or internal scanning modes. Switch between acquisition modes with a simple software toggle.
Preview camerA
Provides live video for scene framing and focusing.
OPEN FORMAT
Data recorded in open format binary compatible with third-party analysis software such as ENVI or MATLAB.
high dynamic range
Precision scanning mechanism of the 710-VP allows for high dynamic range experiments with two scans of the same scene at different gain settings.
Easy to Use
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A single USB connection is all that is required between camera and computer meaning no PCI slots or capture cards are required.
Go Anywhere
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Take tripod + power bank, and you can go anywhere without needing an electrical hookup.
Versatile
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Camera uses standard c-mount connector. You can easily remove the lens and mount it on a microscope.
Model Specs
Accessories
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All accessories are designed for use with the SOC710-VP
Lenses
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SOC offers Schneider objective lenses for its line of hyperspectral imagers, to ensure optimal performance in various applications. Contact us for more information on custom macro lenses and for assistance in selecting the right lens for your need.
Focal Length (mm)
8
12
17
23
35
IFOV (deg)
7.09E-02
4.73E-02
3.34E-02
2.47E-02
1.62E-02
TFOV (deg)
36.87
24.58
17.35
12.82
8.43
IFOV (mrad)
1.237
0.825
0.582
0.43
0.283
TFOV (mrad)
0.643
0.429
0.303
0.224
0.147
Portable Tripod
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A compact and easy-to-use tripod for use with the SOC710-VP hyperspectral camera. Provides stability and secures your camera when taking images whether in the field or in the lab.
Minimum Height: 12″ (30.5 cm)
Max. Height: 65.5″ (166.5 cm)
Max. Height w/o Column Extended: 51.3″ (130.5 cm)
Leg Lock Type: Twist Lock
Center Column Sections: 2
Center Column Type: Rapid
Independent Leg Spread: Yes
Leg Sections: 3
Center Brace: No
Folded Length / Weight: 22.6″ (57.5 cm) / 3.0 lbs (1.4 kg)
Spiked Feet: Yes
Load Capacity: 12 lbs (5.4 kg)
Head Type: Manfrotto
Head Mount Thread Size: 1/4-20″
Portable External Battery
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A lightweight and compact external battery for use with your SOC710-VP hyperspectral camera while operating in the field.
Capacity: 10000mAh
Output: 2 * USB: 5V / 2.1A DC: 9V / 12V 2A
Input: 9 – 15V / 1A
Weight: 9.9 oz
Size: 4.9 * 2.9 * 0.9 inch
Field Backpack
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An all-weather backpack designed to carry and easily access your SOC710-VP hyperspectral camera and all its accessories. Its modular compartment design allows for storage and protection of your camera, laptop, tripod, lenses, and other accessories. The perfect backpack for hyperspectral imaging in the field and on the go.
Rugged Tablet Computer
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A ruggedized tablet computer with military grade certifications for extreme conditions, designed for image acquisition in the field. It features an outdoor readable direct sunlight color display and a 7-inch touch screen with specially tailored software intended for ease of use and turnkey image acquisition.
Display: Color, direct sunlight readable, Gorilla Glass panel
RAM Memory Technology: DDR3
Operating System: Windows 7
Memory Storage Capacity: 4 GB
Processor: 1.6 GHz Intel Atom dual-core
Performance: Certified IP65 and MIL-STD-810G
GPS: 1-2 meter and 2-4 meter accuracy options
Security: Certified Trusted Processing Module
Camera: 5 MP with autofocus, geo-tagging and LED flash;
Bluetooth Function: Bluetooth 4.0 and W-Fi b/g/n
Capacity: 10000mAh
Output: 2 * USB: 5V / 2.1A DC: 9V / 12V 2A
Input: 9 – 15V / 1A
Weight: 9.9 oz
Size: 4.9 * 2.9 * 0.9 inch
Munsell Grey Panel
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A grey panel with 18% reflectance to use as a standard to calibrate your hyperspectral images.
Applications
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SOC710 Series cameras are so flexible and universal that they have almost endless applications.
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Food Processing
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Agriculture
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Microscopy
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Forensics
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Ground Truth
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Medicine
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Biology
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Defense & Security
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Machine Vision
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Color Analysis
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Environmental Monitoring
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Chemometrics
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Marine Biology
Marine camouflage study at the University of Connecticut