Satellite tasking made easy

When it comes to getting the remote imagery you need, timing matters. And while ordering free public or commercial satellite imagery from the archive will often do the trick, sometimes you need an image captured at an exact time, place, and resolution. Maybe you need a pre-snow image of your property, or an image at the height of growing season, or perhaps a capture just before green-out in the spring? That’s why Lens makes satellite tasking easier than ever. With just a few clicks, you can commission up-to-date, high-resolution imagery tailored to your project’s needs, all within a user-friendly platform designed for efficiency.

And today, we’re excited to announce our highest resolution satellite tasking option in Lens yet! You can now task clearer, sharper resolution imagery with Airbus Pléiades Neo HD15, directly in Lens. This powerful 15cm resolution option, derived from Pléiades Neo 30cm imagery, is ideal for users who need to confidently identify structures, monitor infrastructure, or capture fine details on a tight timeline.

Tasking is available to customers on our Plus and Enterprise plans. Learn more and contact our team today.

What is tasking and why use it?

Lens gives you access to a wide range of imagery, including both public and commercial sources. When it comes to commercial imagery, there are two main ways to get what you need:

• ‍Archive: Browse and purchase existing imagery captured in the past. This is great for historical analysis or when timing isn’t critical, but the imagery may not always match your ideal date or conditions.
• Tasking: Commission a satellite to capture brand-new imagery for your area of interest (AOI) at a specific time. While this option comes at a higher price point, tasking is a fantastic option to have when timing and custom requirements are critical.

Choosing tasking means you receive the most up-to-date view of your site, rather than relying solely on what’s available in the archive. It gives you full control over timing, area, and collection conditions, ensuring the imagery is tailored to your specific needs.

What is Pléiades Neo HD15?

Pléiades Neo HD15 from Airbus delivers 15cm resolution imagery derived from Pléiades Neo 30cm imagery with advanced enhancements for sharper, more detailed visuals. The images are produced by applying a proprietary algorithm that restores and refines existing features for improved readability and interpretation, resulting in crisp 15cm imagery.

How easy is tasking in Lens?

We’ve designed Lens to make tasking as straightforward as possible:

1. Select your site(s): Select the properties you’d like to task from the portfolio overview page.
2. Estimate your order: Use the tasking estimator tool to compare vendors, resolutions, and pricing, including the new Pléiades Neo HD15 option.
3. Submit your task: Choose your collection window and requirements, then submit your order. Lens handles the rest, coordinating with the vendor, finalizing the customer quote, and  managing delivery.
4. Receive your imagery: Processed imagery is delivered directly to your Lens account for analysis or download, and emailed to your inbox with all selected bands as geotiffs.

Reach out to our team today and learn more about tasking in Lens.