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Designed for the field
Work confidently throughout the day with an ergonomic, one-handed design, tactile backlit keypad, and bright display. IP66/68 protection keeps the CS50 ready for demanding field conditions.
Leica CS50 field controller
The backbone of field performance
The Leica CS50 is the field controller built for surveying with Leica Captivate. Delivering reliable performance in tough field conditions, it handles large datasets, and demanding workflows with ease. By keeping instruments, software, and cloud connected, it helps surveyors stay productive, in control, and ready for the next job.
Built for productivity
Work smoothly with large datasets, CAD files, IFC models, and imagery. Fast, responsive performance keeps you moving between applications and job data.
Ready for more
Stay connected across networks and regions with physical SIM and eSIM support. The integrated DISTO™ lets you measure remote or inaccessible points without repositioning.
Stay ready throughout your workflow
Prepare
Use Leica Infinity to prepare your data before heading to the field. Import designs, define coordinate systems, and adjust jobs. Then transfer everything to the CS50 via Hexagon GeoCloud, ready to work in Leica Captivate.
Use Leica Infinity to prepare your data before heading to the field. Import designs, define coordinate systems, and adjust jobs. Then transfer everything to the CS50 via Hexagon GeoCloud, ready to work in Leica Captivate.
Measure and stake
In the field, use the CS50 with Captivate to measure, visualise, and check your data in 3D. Responsive performance, a bright display, and tactile keypad keep you in control throughout the job.
In the field, use the CS50 with Captivate to measure, visualise, and check your data in 3D. Responsive performance, a bright display, and tactile keypad keep you in control throughout the job.
Transfer data
Send collected data directly from the CS50 to GeoCloud. Your data is securely stored in the cloud and ready for office teams to check or start processing, with no delays and no data gaps.
Send collected data directly from the CS50 to GeoCloud. Your data is securely stored in the cloud and ready for office teams to check or start processing, with no delays and no data gaps.
Process and deliver
Continue your work in Infinity, combining field data with information from other survey instruments. Use CAD drafting to create your survey notes, export to BIM and CAD applications, or send data back to the CS50 in the field.
Continue your work in Infinity, combining field data with information from other survey instruments. Use CAD drafting to create your survey notes, export to BIM and CAD applications, or send data back to the CS50 in the field.
Why the CS50 is ready for demanding fieldwork
Do more without changing your setup. The integrated DISTO™ lets you capture remote or inaccessible points directly from the pole. The large display, tactile backlit keypad, and powerful hardware help you stay productive and in control in the field, and keep demanding survey data and applications running smoothly.
Keep working with a field controller designed for professional surveying. The IP66 and IP68 level protection, durability verified through MIL-STD-810H standard testing, a bright display, and a keypad designed for use with gloves and in wet conditions help keep the CS50 performing across challenging field conditions.
The Leica Geosystems-managed Linux operating system provides a stable and controlled environment with predictable software behaviour even when jobs get more complex. Fast system response when switching between apps, datasets, and tasks means less waiting between setup, measuring, and staking, so workflows don’t stall.
Keep data and teams moving wherever the job takes you. 5G connectivity, a physical SIM card, and eSIM support provide flexible connectivity across regions and deployments.
Together with Captivate and GeoCloud, the CS50 makes it easier to transfer project data between field and office and keep surveying workflows connected.
With Control in GeoCloud Fleet, compatible total stations and the CS50 can stay connected over the internet, extending communication beyond traditional Bluetooth limitations and giving surveyors more flexibility in how they work.
Part of the Leica Captivate portfolio
The Leica CS50 is part of the Captivate portfolio, connecting your software, total stations, and GNSS into a single integrated surveying workflow. From project preparation to final verification, every component works together to help you move efficiently between tasks and stay focused on the job.
As projects become more complex, the CS50 running Captivate provides the performance needed to work confidently with large datasets, imagery, and design models, while GeoCloud keeps field and office connected. Together, they help reduce interruptions, improve productivity and keep you ready for whatever the day brings.
Resources
Datasheet
Technical specifications and product information.
Technical specifications and product information.
Captivate portfolio webinar
Discover the latest Captivate solutions and how they come together to help you be ready for every surveying task.
Discover the latest Captivate solutions and how they come together to help you be ready for every surveying task.
Solution selector
Find the surveying solution that fits your workflows.
Find the surveying solution that fits your workflows.
Contact an expert
Need advice? Speak with a Leica Geosystems surveying specialist
Need advice? Speak with a Leica Geosystems surveying specialist
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Hexagon GeoCloud
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Accessories
Complete your setup with accessories that help you work more efficiently, adapt to different tasks, and get the most from your equipment.
Complete your setup with accessories that help you work more efficiently, adapt to different tasks, and get the most from your equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
The CS50 is designed for surveyors working with Captivate, whether carrying out construction layout, engineering surveys, topographic surveys, cadastral work, or infrastructure projects. It is built for users who need a responsive, reliable field controller for demanding field conditions.
The CS50 is the next-generation successor to the CS20. It combines the proven field-ready design of the CS20 with major improvements in performance, connectivity, and usability, including a faster processor, 4G and 5G RedCap connectivity, eSIM support, a secure Linux operating system, and a multi-touch display. These enhancements help surveyors work more efficiently with large datasets, CAD files, IFC models, and imagery while maintaining the ruggedness and reliability expected in demanding field conditions. The batteries used for the CS50 are the same as those for the CS20.
The CS50 is designed to support a full working day in the field on a single battery charge. Actual operating time may vary depending on display settings, features in use, connectivity, environmental conditions, and battery health.
The CS50 runs Captivate 2027 and newer versions only. Captivate v12 and earlier versions cannot be installed on the CS50.
In many cases, yes. The CS50 is running Captivate 2027 and newer versions only. However, the CS50 can connect to compatible Leica Geosystems instruments running Captivate v12 or newer, allowing you to continue using your existing equipment while upgrading to the latest field controller.
When connected to instruments running older software versions, some Captivate 2027 features may not be available, as they depend on capabilities provided by both the controller and the instrument.
The Leica CS50 supports connections to a wide range of Leica Geosystems surveying instruments.
Compatible total stations and multi-stations
Leica TS20
Leica TS60/TM60/MS60
Leica TS13 and TS16
Leica TS07 and TS10
Compatible GNSS smart antennas and GNSS receivers
Leica GS18
Leica GS16
Leica GS05
Leica GS10 and GS25
Yes. The CS50 is designed to work smoothly with demanding survey data, including IFC models, CAD files, sensor images and large project datasets. Its powerful processor helps keep Captivate responsive, even as projects become larger and more complex.
The CS50 runs on a Leica Geosystems-managed Linux platform designed specifically for professional surveying. This provides fast start-up, stable performance, and predictable software updates, helping surveyors avoid unexpected operating system changes that could interrupt field work.
The CS50 supports two types of connectivity that help keep surveying workflows moving.
Instrument connectivity enables reliable communication with Leica total stations and GNSS receivers through Captivate, including long-range wireless connections to robotic total stations. Achievable operating distances depend on the instrument, connection method, site conditions and wireless interference. For remote operation beyond direct Bluetooth range, the CS50 also supports GeoCloud Fleet's Control, enabling a TS20 to be operated over the internet via the GeoCloud Fleet portal.
Network or data connectivity includes 4G/5G RedCap, WLAN, physical SIM and eSIM support, providing flexible options for connecting across networks, regions and project environments. These features help keep field crews connected to project data, cloud services and office teams throughout the surveying workflow.
The CS50 is purpose-built for professional surveying with IP66 and IP68 providing the highest protection against water and dust, and MIL-STD-810H certification for dual ingress protection and military-grade ruggedness, meaning it can withstand harsh environments and demanding daily field use. An ambient light sensor and tactile backlit keypad can be operated while wearing gloves or in wet conditions, and make it easy to adjust changing light.
The CS50 is designed to work as part of the Captivate ecosystem, making it easy to transfer survey data between field and office. Although transferring data via a micro SD card or USB-C stick is possible, the most efficient way to transfer data to and from the CS50 is GeoCloud. With GeoCloud, you can securely share data, collaborate across teams and keep projects moving efficiently between field and office. With Infinity, you can prepare projects in the office, process measurements and maintain a connected workflow from planning through to final deliverables.
Together, CS50, Captivate, Infinity, GeoCloud, and compatible total stations and GNSS smart antennas, create one connected surveying workflow. Surveyors can prepare projects in the office, measure and perform stakeouts in the field, then transfer data, and process, verify, share, and deliver results efficiently using a field controller designed to stay responsive throughout the working day.