Hyperspectral imaging involves using an imaging spectrometer, also called a hyperspectral camera, to collect spectral information. This Primer presents a comprehensive overview of HSI, from the underlying physical. This cube shows an AVIRIS hyperspectral image of the Leadville mining district in Colorado Hyperspectral images find many applications in resource management, agriculture, mineral exploration, and environmental monitoring. Where a regular camera records three bands of light (red, green, blue), a hyperspectral sensor captures 100 or. Hyperspectral imaging is a powerful technology combining spectroscopy with imaging capability. It enables gathering detailed information about the composition and characteristics of objects and surfaces in a way that is impossible with conventional imaging systems.