Drone Capture for Large Sites
Use overlapping drone photographs to create site maps and 3D outputs. The standard image uploader accepts JPEG photographs with their original EXIF metadata, from one camera model per scan.
Plan the required outputs
Decide whether you need an orthomosaic, a surface or terrain model, a point cloud, or a 3D site view. Coverage and ground resolution should match the detail needed in the deliverable.
For a georeferenced survey, agree the coordinate system, units, ground control, and independent checkpoints before capture. Camera geotags and surveyed control have different roles; confirm the required survey accuracy with your project team.
Capture usable coverage
- Capture sharp, overlapping images across the whole site, including its edges.
- Use consistent exposure and sufficient light to retain surface detail.
- Include oblique coverage when buildings and vertical surfaces matter.
- Preserve the original photographs and EXIF metadata; avoid resizing or stripping metadata before upload.
- Check for blur, gaps, reflections, and occluded areas before leaving the site.
Plan flight height, overlap, and timing for the site, equipment, conditions, and required detail. A single altitude or time-of-day recommendation does not suit every survey.
Check before upload
The browser uploader allows up to 2,000 drone photographs per scan. Keep one camera model per scan and confirm any control-data requirements before submission.
The standard video uploader is for 360° recordings. If you have ordinary drone video or an unusual dataset, confirm the processing workflow with support before submitting it.