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Orthophoto
An orthophoto is a geometrically corrected, scale-accurate photographic image derived from scan or aerial imagery, usable for direct measurement the way a map is.
Where a project calls for a photorealistic elevation reference alongside the CAD or BIM deliverable — a facade survey, for instance — an orthophoto can be generated from the same registered capture.
Where this is used
Frequently asked
What software do I need to open a Orthophoto deliverable?
Standard, widely supported software for that format — tell us what you use and we'll confirm compatibility before delivery.
Can Orthophoto be upgraded to a different deliverable later?
Often yes — because the underlying point cloud is kept as the source of truth, many deliverables (including Orthophoto) can be reprocessed into a different format later without a new site visit.
How is Orthophoto priced?
By site size/complexity and the specific tier or level involved — ask for a quote once you know roughly what you need from Orthophoto.
Is Orthophoto something every project needs, or only specific ones?
Only where it fits the project's actual use case — see the linked service page above for when Orthophoto is, and isn't, the right choice.
Where can I see a real example of Orthophoto?
Check the Projects page — several case studies reference the specific deliverable tier Orthophoto maps to.