The Cheshire Engineering HDReye Model 1 is a digital camera designed for full-sphere panoramic high dynamic range image capture. It consists of six cameras with wide-angle lenses arranged on the faces of a cube, along with controlling electronics and a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface. It is designed for the direct capture of lighting maps for image-based lighting. Other CGI applications include direct capture of reflection and environment maps.

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Features & Benefits

• Automated HDR Imaging
• 6 Mpixel Whole Sphere Image (Six 1.2 Mpixel CMOS sensors)
• 10-bit Image Capture
• Floating Point Image Processing
• Color Light Meters (one on each face)
• Compact Design (minimizes parallax errors)
• Rugged Construction
• Extended Runtime Li-Ion Battery
• USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Interface
• PC-based User Interface Software

Applications

• Image-based Lighting Models
• Reflection Maps
• Environment Maps

HDReye Models

Model 1

Configured with 6 imagers in a cubic arrangement, each fitted with a 2.9mm f/8.0 lens the Model 1 provides strongly overlapped full-sphere panoramic capability. The Model 1 is available in black anodized aluminum finish.

Model 2

Configured with one imager, fitted with the user's choice of M12 mount 1/2 inch format lens, the Model 2 provides high dynamic range images with a selection of field of view. Packaging for the Model 2 is under development.

Customization

Select from one to six imagers, specify the individual lens characteristics, and we can design an automated high dynamic range camera solution to fit your application. Please call or email to discuss your requirements.

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