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4 articlesPansharpening: How to Get High-Resolution Multispectral Imagery
Pansharpening combines a high-resolution panchromatic band with lower-resolution multispectral bands to produce sharp, colorful satellite imagery. Covers Brovey, IHS, PCA, and Gram-Schmidt methods.
2026-01-13 · 8 min read
Free vs. Commercial Satellite Imagery: What You Actually Get for the Price Difference
Free satellite data from Copernicus and Landsat covers most use cases, but commercial imagery offers higher resolution and faster revisits. This post breaks down what each tier provides and when the upgrade is worth it.
2025-12-22 · 8 min read
Four Types of Satellite Image Resolution That Actually Matter
Spatial resolution gets all the attention, but spectral, temporal, and radiometric resolution determine what you can actually do with satellite data. This guide explains all four with practical examples.
2025-11-18 · 8 min read
Spatial vs Temporal Resolution: The Fundamental Trade-Off in Satellite Imaging
Why you can't have both high spatial and high temporal resolution from a single satellite. Understand the trade-off, how constellations address it, and how to choose the right balance for your project.
2025-11-05 · 7 min read