DC0 Dual 4K EO Gimbal Camera for Compact UAVs
Camera Systems · Product guide
The DC0 is a compact three-axis gimbal camera for integrators building small civilian UAV payloads. It combines wide- and narrow-field 4K visible-light imaging, 10x optical zoom, 40x hybrid zoom, and network or serial control in a body weighing no more than 120 g. Buyers should verify aircraft clearance, power requirements, and control compatibility before integration.
Verified specifications
| Model | DC0 |
|---|---|
| Imaging system | Dual visible-light imaging with dual 4K sensors |
| EO resolution | 3840 × 2160 for wide and narrow fields of view |
| Fields of view | Wide: 83° × 53°; Narrow: 20° × 11° |
| Zoom | 10x optical zoom; 40x hybrid zoom |
| Stabilization | Three-axis gyro stabilization across horizontal, roll, and pitch axes |
| Weight | ≤120 g |
| Power | 12–28 V DC input; average consumption ≤15 W; maximum ≤30 W |
| Video output | UDP/RTSP with H.264/H.265 encoding; MP4 storage format |
| Control | RS232 and network control |
| Gimbal rotation | Yaw ±150°; pitch -90° to +30°; roll ±45° |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +50°C |
Dual EO Imaging Choices
The DC0 uses two visible-light 4K sensors with different fields of view. The 83° × 53° wide view provides broad scene coverage, while the 20° × 11° narrow view isolates smaller areas of interest. Resolution is listed as 3840 × 2160 for both channels.
Picture-in-picture display allows operators to combine wide and narrow views in one image. Rich OSD overlays can present camera, target, and robot information, helping integrators present useful context alongside the EO feed.
- Wide field of view for scene awareness
- Narrow field of view for closer inspection
- Picture-in-picture combines both perspectives
Zoom and Stabilized Operation
A 10x optical zoom provides magnification without relying entirely on digital cropping. The stated 40x hybrid or mixed zoom extends the available framing range for observing distant subjects, while the narrow-field sensor supplies a more detailed view of smaller areas.
The gimbal stabilizes across horizontal, roll, and pitch axes using gyroscopic stabilization. Listed stability accuracy is 0.1 mrad at 1°/2 Hz, measured at one sigma. Maximum angular velocity is listed at no less than 100°/s, and yaw rotation spans ±150°.
- Optical and hybrid zoom options
- Wide gimbal movement envelope
- Camera information available through OSD
Video and Control Integration
Video can be delivered through UDP or RTSP using H.264 or H.265 encoding, with MP4 listed as the storage format. Control is available through RS232 or network methods, giving integrators options for connecting the camera with compatible airborne or ground-side systems.
These interfaces identify supported integration methods, but they do not by themselves confirm compatibility with a particular aircraft or ground station. Before installation, integrators should verify connector details, supported commands, network settings, video latency requirements, and available aircraft payload space.
- Confirm aircraft payload voltage and current capacity
- Validate RS232 command support or network configuration
- Check UDP/RTSP reception and recording compatibility
- Allow clearance for the full gimbal movement envelope
Civilian Payload Selection
The DC0 is suited to public-security patrol, law-enforcement observation, environmental monitoring, and forest-fire patrol workflows where operators need both broad situational awareness and closer visual inspection. Its dual visible-light configuration is intended for scene coverage and detailed observation rather than thermal imaging.
For compact platforms, the ≤120 g weight is a meaningful mechanical constraint. Payload selection should also account for the 12–28 V DC supply, maximum 30 W consumption, operating-temperature limits of -20°C to +50°C, and the space required for gimbal rotation during flight.
- Review total payload weight after mounting hardware
- Size the power supply for startup and peak demand
- Match gimbal clearance to the flight platform
- Select fields of view and zoom by mission priority
Frequently asked questions
Does the DC0 provide thermal imaging?
No thermal sensor is listed. The camera is described as a dual-light, dual-visible-light EO system with two 4K sensors, one paired with an 83° × 53° lens and the other with a 20° × 11° lens.
What video and control options are supported?
The listed video outputs are UDP and RTSP with H.264 or H.265 encoding, while MP4 is identified as the storage format. Control methods include RS232 and network control. Actual compatibility with a specific aircraft or ground station still requires verification.
Is the DC0 suitable for a small UAV payload?
Its listed weight of no more than 120 g supports consideration for compact platforms. Final suitability also depends on available payload space, a 12–28 V DC supply, required control connections, and clearance for the gimbal’s rotation range.
How do the two fields of view differ?
The wide sensor covers 83° × 53° for broader scene awareness. The narrow sensor covers 20° × 11° for more focused observation. Both are listed at 3840 × 2160 resolution and can be viewed together using Picture-in-picture.
