Ground Sampling Distance (GSD) Calculator

Calculate the real-world resolution of your drone imagery — how many centimetres each pixel represents on the ground.

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cm per pixel (GSD)
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GSD Reference Values

GSDUse Case
0.5–1 cm/pxRTK precision survey, construction as-built
1–3 cm/pxEngineering mapping, volumetric calculations
3–5 cm/pxAgricultural field mapping, general survey
5–10 cm/pxNDVI crop health, large-area overview
>10 cm/pxArea estimation, corridor planning

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