ADU 0980: How Do You Acquire the Most Accurate Data for Drone Mapping?

How Do You Acquire the Most Accurate Data for Drone Mapping?

Today, we discuss workflow for acquiring the most accurate drone mapping data. We also compare DroneDeploy and Pix4D to reveal the best mapping software for professional drone mappers.

Our caller Chris wants to take up drone mapping jobs with his Matrice M210. Firstly, Chris is wondering if he can use drone mapping software like Pix4D or Deploy with his Matrice M210. Chris is also looking for some tips & tricks which will help him acquire the most accurate mapping data.

To answer Chris’s question, we first compare the pros & cons of Pix4D and DroneDeploy. Sure, DroneDeploy is easier to use. In spite of this, why are professional mappers like Chris better off using Pix4D? And is Pix4D compatible with DJI Matrice? Next, we share the best drone mapping practices that will help you achieve the highest level of accuracy in drone mapping.

Why is flight altitude significant in drone mapping? Should you alter your data acquisition strategy based on weather conditions? Listeners will also learn the difference between GSD (Ground Sampling Distance) and Resolution, and why GSD is a more accurate gauge of data quality in drone mapping. Thanks for the great question, Chris. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

[01:18] A special thanks to our awesome sponsor, Colorado Drone Chargers
[02:02] Today’s question is about how to acquire the most accurate data in drone mapping
[02:58] DroneDeploy vs. Pix4D – which is the better software for drone mapping?
[04:33] DroneDeploy is easier to use. Why should I go for Pix4D?
[06:02] Can you use Pix4D or Drone Deploy with Matrice M210?
[07:24] What is the best way to learn different data acquisition strategies in drone mapping?
[09:42] Why is flight altitude important in drone mapping?
[10:29] 3 Factors that affect Ground Sampling Distance (GSD)
[11:19] GSD vs Resolution – what is the difference?
[13:36] How does weather affect your drone mapping data?
[14:12] Should your data acquisition plan differ for every mapping project?
[15:13] Should you keep the same camera settings for every mapping project?

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