A 3D-camera reality-capture platform that produces walkable virtual tours and a basic point cloud/mesh, widely used for quick existing-conditions documentation. Compared to a survey-grade laser scanner, a Matterport camera is faster and cheaper to operate but less precise - a common workflow for smaller renovation projects is a quick Matterport scan for a visual walkthrough and rough measurements, reserving a full laser scan for anything requiring true as-built modeling accuracy.
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