What is typically included in the analysis of imagery?

The analysis of imagery in the context of GEOINT typically emphasizes the incorporation of technical information and geographic context. This is critical because imagery analysis involves understanding what the images depict in relation to the physical and human-made environments. Technical information is vital for deciphering the elements within the imagery—such as identifying features, assessing changes over time, or understanding the implications of certain patterns observed. Geographic context enriches this analysis by providing insights on location relevance, spatial relationships, and the broader situational context, which can affect interpretation and decision-making.

In contrast, while aspects such as political opinions or environmental impacts might be indirectly influenced by or deduced from imagery analysis, they do not form a core part of the technical analysis itself. Geospatial data integration is also important in the overall geospatial analysis framework, but it is more about data handling and synthesis rather than a specific component of imagery analysis.