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How to set camera settings for photogrammetry

How to set camera settings for photogrammetry

From the course: Photogrammetry for Product Design and AEC

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How to set camera settings for photogrammetry

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- [Narrator] In this video, we'll talk about how to set camera settings when you're photographing for photogrammetry. First, let's talk about setting exposure. You want to use the lowest possible ISO setting, 100 or less is ideal. This will go a long way towards reducing the amount of grain in your photographs, making sure everything is clear and smooth. You want to use a relatively high aperture, probably around an f/16 with a full frame camera. This will help give you the largest depth of field possible, making sure that most of your image is in focus. And finally, you want to avoid blur from slow shutter speeds. Using a tripod, along with a timer or a remote release, can be really helpful for this. Now, these exposure settings are very straight forward. They're not always easy to achieve because they require really bright lighting. In another video, we'll talk about good strategies for how to get your lighting setup…

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