Ukrainian Babka reconnaissance drone gets upgraded camera capable of identifying targets at 6 km – photos

Ukrainian reconnaissance UAV Babka has been fitted with a new daytime camera. Despite the upgrade, the system's final price has not changed.

Source: TAF Industries, the company that developed the Babka

Details: The new camera is equipped with a Sony 3MP sensor and can record video in 2K (2,048-pixel) resolution. It features increased light sensitivity for more effective reconnaissance in low-light conditions or overcast weather.

"The autofocus of the 30x optical zoom has become faster. Image clarity has improved, enabling enemy equipment to be identified at distances of up to five to six kilometres," TAF Industries explained.

The onboard computer of Babka UAV's new camera has been equipped with colour and contrast presets to improve object recognition across different seasons. The drone will also feature electronic image stabilisation via a new onboard computer.

The camera will be stabilised by a gimbal made from a special shock-absorbing plastic, which "withstands hard landings better", the manufacturer said in a press release.

"When subjected to electronic warfare or signal degradation, the image no longer breaks up into pixels but holds the last intact frame," TAF Industries said.

The company has also decided to replace micro-SD cards for data retrieval in favour of USB flash drives.

For reference: The Babka reconnaissance drone was unveiled in summer 2025. The UAV is launched using a rubber catapult, weighs 3 kg and has a wingspan of 1.3 metres, according to the TAF Industries website. The UAV has a stated cruising speed of 67 km/h and can operate within a radius of 40 km from its launch point. Babka operates at altitudes of up to 2,000 m and can remain airborne for up to two hours.

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