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Bug

Image scales are off within an ortho mapping workspace when using WGS 1984 Web Mercator (Auxiliary Sphere).

Last Published: July 5, 2021 ArcGIS Pro
Bug ID Number BUG-000132418
SubmittedJuly 22, 2020
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS Pro
Version found2.5
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version10.0
StatusKnown Limit

Additional Information

This is a known limitation when working with Web Mercator coordinate system. Web Mercator distorts sizes when moving further away from the equator.

Workaround

Use a localized projection (for example, WGS 1984 UTM Zone 31N) does not produce any issues.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000132418

Software:

  • ArcGIS Pro

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