Canon launches disaster relief drone

Camera manufacturer Canon has announced a new drone aimed specifically to assist in disaster relief operations. The PD6E2000-AW-CJ1 drone is equipped with an ME20F-SH camera, which is described as an ultrahigh sensitivity camera. Canon said this will help with disaster relief missions in lowlight situations. The camera will be housed in an all-weather protection case to ensure that the drone can operate in tough weather conditions. Canon said it is planning to conduct a demonstration test of the drone’s capabilities in Sendai City, Japan.