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ArcGIS Desktop allows for ortho mapping with an Advanced ArcGIS Desktop license. ArcGIS Desktop can process images captured with different camera types including DSLR (digital single-lens reflex), large format, lightweight format, and perspective. The list of supported camera types for drone ortho mapping is available in the DAT file located in the following directory:
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Note: The DAT file can be opened with Notepad or any standard text editor.ArcGIS Pro
C:\Program Files\ArcGIS\Pro\bin\DigitalCameras.datArcMap
C:\Program Files (x86)\ArcGIS\Desktop10.x\bin\DigitalCameras.dat
Note: Camera types not listed in the DAT file are supported if the focal length and pixel size match any of the listed cameras except for fisheye cameras.
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