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Boxfish LUNA - Boxfish Luna Professional Underwater Cinematography Drone
Boxfish Luna sets a revolutionary new standard in professional underwater cinematography and marine research, giving operators maximum control, flexibility and convenience. The next-generation cinematography drone utilises advanced full-frame imaging from the Sony A7SIII or Sony ⍺1* camera and a precision optical dome to enable filmmakers to capture underwater environments with brilliant clarity. Traditional underwater filming methods are usually time-consuming and require a lot of gear and numerous steps to start filming. Utilising a professional cinematography drone for underwater filmmaking can eliminate health and safety issues, streamline production, and lower the cost of expeditions.
With Boxfish Luna‘s vision technology, filmmakers can record up to 4K ProRes RAW video at 30p and up to 50MP stills underwater. An optical glass dome gives impeccable image quality at shallower depths, particularly near the surface, or users can opt for a 200-millimetre acrylic dome for image capture up to 1,000 metres deep.
Surface monitoring
The easy-to-use surface console gives complete control of lighting and camera position during filming. Operators can monitor underwater footage in real-time on the console’s 17″ 4K UHD display and creatively manage shutter speed, aperture, zoom, focus, white balance, ISO and exposure.
Easy to setup, deploy & drive
From plane to boat, to dive, the Boxfish Luna is an easy system to transport, setup and drive. Deploy within minutes of arriving on site, all manageable by a two person team. The drone’s compact size and portability open up remote underwater locations inaccessible or unsafe for scuba divers.
Maneuverability
The Boxfish Luna is designed to provide fine control for precise movements to achieve steady shots. With eight 3D-vectored thrusters, the Boxfish Luna offers true six-degrees-of-freedom of movement for orienting itself in any direction.
Endurance
Being battery operated, the Luna can hover 15 hours per charge with actual run time dependent on operational conditions. Quick access, sealed ports mean it can be charged easily in the field using an optional power pack or from the boat socket.
Camera Option 1
- Full-frame up to 8K 10-bit 4:2:2 30p or up to 4K 10-bit 4:2:2 120p from the Sony ⍺1
- 4K ProRes RAW 30p recording at the surface
- 50MP stills
- Full control of exposure, white balance, zoom
- MF/AF and push to focus modes
- Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 Zeiss Lens
- Super-fast face detection autofocus to capture the most fleeting moments
- Outstanding white balance control for underwater capture
- High sensitivity up to ISO 102,400
- In-camera 5-axis optical in-body image stabilisation
* ⍺ and Sony are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Lighting
- Forward: 2 x 8,500 lumen, high CRI, dimmable
- Adjustable arms and ball mounts for excellent lighting in all orientations
- Reverse lights
- Additional forward lighting options available
Power
- Dive time up to 15 hours (depending on conditions)
- Lithium polymer batteries
- Battery capacity: 600Wh
- Battery recharge time: 5 hrs (optional 45 min AC/DC field fast charging available)
Physical specifications
- Dimensions (l/w/h): 714mm / 435mm / 351mm
- Weight (acrylic dome, salt water ballast installed): 25kg
Camera Option 2
- Full-frame up to 4K 10-bit 4:2:2 120p video from the Sony A7SIII
- 4K ProRes RAW 30p recording at the surface
- 12MP stills
- Full control of exposure, white balance, zoom
- MF/AF and push to focus modes
- Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 Zeiss Lens
- Super-fast autofocus to capture the most fleeting moments
- Outstanding white balance control for underwater capture
- High sensitivity up to ISO 409,600 for exceptional low light performance
- In-camera 5-axis image stabilization
* Sony is registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
Control station
- 17” 4K primary monitor for real-time surface monitoring
- 10” secondary display with dual forward/rear navigation cameras feed, full telemetry, and real-time data streaming
- Full control of exposure, white balance, zoom
- High quality, physical controls for all primary functions
- Built in mount and power for Ninja external video recorder for recording up to 4K p30 10-bit 4:2:2
Tether
- Extremely durable, lightweight fibre optic dia. diameter 2.7mm standard, optional high strength 3.5mm/4.3mm for deep deployment
- Tether standard length 200m and optional as required up to 3,000+m
- Tether strength 113 kgf, optional up to 560kgf
- Neutrally buoyant in fresh water
Piloting
- Fine control for precise movements
- Full auto stabilisation of the drone, can mimic dolly and crane shots
- Forward and reserve ultra-wide angle cameras for easier navigation
- Piloting assists:
- Depth hold
- Dynamic Stabilisation
- Thruster RPM Feedback
- Optional Altitude Hold
- Optional Position Hold
- Automatic Return To Surface (RTS)
Integrated sensors
- Depth sensor
- IMU
- Internal pressure
- Temperature and humidity monitoring
- Battery voltages
- Leak detection
External connections
- Seven Boxfish free standard ports
- Boxfish tether connector
- RS485, RS422, RS232 and ethernet (10/100/1000mbps)
- Power to external connections: 12V @ 50W and 24V @ 50W
Optional add-ons
Navigation
- USBL (underwater navigation)
- DVL (Doppler Velocity Log)
- Imaging sonar (multibeam sonar)
Tools
- Laser scalers
- Grabber (grabber)
Environmental Sensors
- miniCTD
- pH sensor
- turbidity
- chlorophyll
- fluorometer
- hydrophone