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MicroHSI 425 Shark Hyperspectral Imager

The Corning® microHSI™ 425 SHARK is the first commercially available hyperspectral imaging system to cover the full 400–2,500 nm spectral range using a single optical path and sensor. Engineered for airborne, industrial, and scientific missions, this lightweight and rugged solution delivers high-resolution spectral data with unmatched efficiency.

With 468 spectral bands and flexible collection modes, users can capture complete hyperspectral cubes or select specific bands for tailored data products—reducing memory use and post-processing time. Ideal for precision agriculture, gas detection, mining, healthcare, and industrial inspection, the SHARK is built to withstand demanding environments while delivering mission-critical insights.

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Hyperspectral Sensor Specifications
Pixel Size (μm)
H: 15, V: 15
Lens Focal Length (mm)
25
Frame Rate (Hz)
125
Used Pixel Array
Spatial: 640, Spectral: 468
Dynamic Range (Bits)
16
Spectral Range (μm)
Low: 0.4, High: 2.5
Spectral Resolution (FWHM)
<= 8 nm
Lens Aperture (f#)
3.3
Weight (Sensor)
3.0 kg
Temperature Range
Operating: 5–40°C, Storage: 0–60°C
Humidity
Non-condensing, 10–90%
Power Consumption (W)
30
Voltage Range (VDC)
12–16

Specifications:

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Full-range hyperspectral imaging from 400–2,500 nm (UV–NIR–SWIR)

Single-sensor design eliminates dual-system alignment challenges

Ultra-compact 7 lb airborne-ready form factor

Flexible band selection to optimize memory and speed up workflows

Ruggedized for real-world field and industrial conditions

Built-in navigation and 1 TB storage with onboard processing

Up to 125 Hz frame rate, 16-bit dynamic range, and ≤8 nm spectral resolution

A drone flying over a lush green agricultural field with neatly organized rows of crops.

Its compact, lightweight design and real-time snapshot imaging make it perfect for drone-based aerial mapping and remote sensing, delivering precise data on vegetation health, water quality, and land surface conditions.

Aerial Mapping & Precision Agriculture

Industrial machinery with pipes, gauges, and metallic components, painted mostly in white and yellow, under a cloudy sky.

Its compact design and real-time hyperspectral imaging make it ideal for gas detection and emissions monitoring, enabling rapid, contact-free identification of leaks, volatile compounds, and atmospheric pollutants in industrial and environmental applications.

Gas Detection

Workers in protective clothing and face masks are operating automated conveyor systems in a large fruit processing facility, sorting and packaging apples.

Its compact design and real-time hyperspectral imaging make it ideal for factory inspection and food quality monitoring, enabling rapid, contact-free analysis of freshness, contaminants, and product consistency.

Inspection for Food & Manufacturing

Aerial view of an open-pit mine with terraced levels and water pools at the bottom.

Its rugged design and real-time hyperspectral imaging make it ideal for mining and mineral exploration, enabling rapid, non-contact identification of mineral composition, ore grades, and surface alterations for efficient resource mapping and extraction planning.

Mining & Mineral Exploration

Intelligent Airborne Hyperspectral Mapping

This airborne hyperspectral imaging system captures either the full 468-band data cube or only selected bands for targeted data products and analytics. Pre-flight digital elevation model (DEM) downloads improve orthorectification and geolocation accuracy. Optimized flight planning reduces storage demands and post-processing time. The compact, fully integrated kit combines spectrograph, camera, telescope, navigation system, onboard computer, and 1 TB of storage into a lightweight platform for precise hyperspectral mapping and geospatial intelligence applications.

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425 Shark Product Overview