What is Satellite Imagery Resolution?

Satellite imagery resolution refers to the level of detail and clarity visible in images captured by Earth-observing satellites. It is primarily determined by spatial resolution, which represents the size of the smallest ground feature that can be identified within an image. Higher spatial resolution enables the detection of finer details, such as individual buildings, roads, vehicles, and small land features, while lower resolution is more suitable for observing large-scale patterns such as vegetation cover, weather systems, and regional land use.