Vexcel Imaging GmbH

Vexcel Imaging GmbH is an Austrian technology company based in Graz that develops large-format aerial cameras and photogrammetric processing software for professional airborne mapping. Founded in 1992, the company has built more than three decades of expertise in photogrammetry and remote sensing. Its best-known product family is the UltraCam line of digital aerial cameras, first introduced with the UltraCam D in 2003, which replaced film-based aerial photography with high-resolution digital imaging for mapping-grade applications. The company's portfolio spans nadir and oblique camera systems, wide-area mapping cameras, and hybrid LiDAR-imaging systems. Flagship products include the UltraCam Eagle and UltraCam Merlin for photogrammetric nadir capture, the UltraCam Osprey for combined nadir and oblique imaging, the UltraCam Condor for record-breaking swath widths in wide-area and nationwide data collection, and the UltraCam Dragon hybrid system that combines LiDAR with nadir and oblique image data. These systems are complemented by UltraMap, a purpose-built photogrammetry software suite that provides an end-to-end workflow for generating high-density point clouds, DSMs, DTMs, orthophotos, and 3D textured TINs. Vexcel Imaging positions itself as setting the global standard in professional airborne mapping, emphasizing accuracy, data quality, and operational reliability. The company serves mapping professionals worldwide and supports complex, high-volume production projects. Its systems are designed for modularity and upgradeability, and the company offers 24/7 global expert support. In 2006, Vexcel Imaging was acquired by Microsoft Corporation, where it contributed to Microsoft's Bing program by advancing photogrammetric hardware and software. During this period, the UltraMap software was created. In 2016, Vexcel Imaging became an independent, privately owned company again, regaining flexibility and agility. Today it operates as an independent company headquartered in Graz, Austria, with a broad product portfolio covering systems, software, and components for end-to-end aerial mapping.

Vexcel Imaging GmbH was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Graz, Austria. Over more than 30 years, the company has developed deep expertise in photogrammetry and remote sensing. Its highly successful UltraCam line of digital aerial cameras was launched with the first UltraCam D in 2003, marking a shift from film-based aerial photography to high-resolution digital imaging for mapping-grade applications. In 2006, Vexcel Imaging was acquired by Microsoft Corporation. Under Microsoft, the company contributed to the success of Microsoft's Bing program by pushing the boundaries of photogrammetric hardware and software. This period led to the creation of UltraMap, a photogrammetry software suite that offers customers a fast and efficient solution for generating aerial imagery and 3D spatial data such as high-density point clouds, DSMs, DTMs, orthophotos, and 3D textured TINs. In 2016, Vexcel Imaging became an independent company again, regaining flexibility and agility to continue its success story. As an independent, privately owned company, it emphasizes its ability to make quick decisions and adapt rapidly to the dynamic market. The company has continued to advance its UltraCam product family. Its current portfolio includes the fourth generation of UltraCam aerial cameras and hybrid mapping systems, designed for all airborne photogrammetry applications. Products include the UltraCam Eagle and UltraCam Merlin for photogrammetric nadir capture, the UltraCam Osprey for photogrammetric oblique imaging, the UltraCam Condor for wide-area mapping, and the UltraCam Dragon hybrid system combining LiDAR with nadir and oblique image data. The UltraMap software suite has also evolved, with UltraMap v6 providing an end-to-end workflow for highly automated processing. The company has announced the new UltraCam Condor 5.0 system, continuing its tradition of innovation in aerial mapping technology.

• 2016

  Became an independent company again.

• 2006

  Acquired by Microsoft Corporation; contributed to Microsoft's Bing program.

• 2003

  UltraCam line launched with the first UltraCam D.

• 1992

  Vexcel Imaging founded.

• Announced new UltraCam Condor 5.0 system.

Sets the global standard in professional airborne mapping, delivering solutions proven for accuracy, data quality, and operational reliability.

• UltraCam Eagle 4.1

  Most versatile nadir aerial camera for true mapping-grade image quality and accuracy.

• UltraCam Merlin 5.0

  True nadir data capture with exceptional efficiency, image quality, and flexibility.

• UltraCam Osprey 4.2

  All-in-one powerhouse for high-performance photogrammetric nadir and oblique imaging.

• UltraCam Condor 5.0

  Record-breaking swath widths for wide-area and nationwide data collection.

• UltraCam Dragon 4.2

  Hybrid aerial mapping system for combined LiDAR and image data collection.

• UltraMap v6

  End-to-end workflow for highly automated UltraCam imagery processing.

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