An optical bar camera is a type of long-focal-length panoramic camera used for panoramic images; e.g., for high-altitude or satellite reconnaissance.
Itek KA-80/A developed for the Teledyne Ryan AQM-91 Firefly,[1] then also used in A-12, Lockheed U-2 and SR-71[2] reconnaissance aircraft.
Itek KA-80A derivative with 24-inch focal length used in Apollo program to map parts of the moon.[2][3] Used on Apollo 15–17.[4]
See Optical Bar Cameras