What Is Spatial Resolution?

Resolution refers to the spatial resolution a data product has. Spatial resolution can be defined as the amount of data on the ground a single image pixel represents. A 50cm spatial resolution product has 1 pixel representing a 50cm x 50cm area on earth. A 10m spatial resolution product has 1 pixel representing a 10m x 10m area on earth. Varying use-cases necessitate varying resolutions, which is why a variety of spatial resolution products are available.

Here are some example images to help distinguish different spatial resolutions. 

  • 10m
  • 5m
  • 3m
  • 80cm
  • 50cm
  • 30cm

This chart includes a high-level overview of each available product.

spatial resolution

References to third-party companies, products, services, or projects are for informational purposes only and do not imply endorsement, affiliation, or partnership unless explicitly stated.