Set up MAP61

This article explains how to set up the MAP61 payload and adjust the camera settings.

Set up MAP61 camera

The MAP61 is a full-frame 61 MP oblique sensor ideal for high-resolution 3D reconstruction and mapping of large-scale projects. 

Camera selection dropdown:

When creating a flight plan, there are two camera options for the MAP61 camera. 

• MAP61: for topographic mapping
• MAP61 (3D settings):  for 3D reconstructions 

Select the most suitable one for your project needs. MAP61 uses optimized overlap settings for use cases like cadastre or land boundaries. The MAP61 (3D settings) is recommended for generating 3D maps and projects like reconstructing buildings in urban planning applications and highwalls in mines. 

Camera settings

The camera settings of the WingtraOne MAP61 can be changed through WingtraPilot. There are predefined settings for better results in different general light conditions. To access the settings, you first need to turn on the drone. Then, open WingtraPilot on your tablet and connect the telemetry.

Once WingtraOne is connected to WingtraPilot, create a new flight plan and select MAP61 or MAP61 (3D settings) as the camera option. To change the camera settings, click on the camera icon and a tab pops up (see below image). Then, select the predefined setting based on the light conditions at that moment in the field.

The default settings (aperture: f/4.5, exposure time: 1/1600, exposure bias: 0) give good results in an extensive range of light conditions.

Select Bright conditions to decrease the exposure time and bias and achieve better results in the case of bright conditions (aperture: f/4.5, exposure time: 1/2000, exposure bias: -0.3).

In dark conditions, select the dark conditions settings (aperture: f/4.5, exposure time: 1/1250, exposure bias: +0.3), which will increase the exposure time and bias to better adapt to low illumination.

The default, extra fine option increases the image quality settings while keeping the default aperture and exposure settings.  Note that there will be slightly increased geotagging and processing time in this case.

Best practices for flying with the MAP61 camera

To achieve better results when flying with the MAP61 camera, ensure that the right camera option, MAP61 or MAP61 (3D), is selected from the dropdown menu. The different options come with different overlap settings:

For 3D reconstructions, a single grid flight can achieve great 3D results due to the camera setup with the wide side and front field of view.

The complete camera specifications are available on this page.

If you run into trouble, check the WingtraOne MAP61 troubleshooting article before submitting a support request.