Each sensor vehicle is different. In general, the level of detail seen in the image and geolocational accuracy will be better for orthophoto flown from aircraft. Satellite imagery is superior in that ...
Is there anything newer?
We update large portions of our aerial imagery every year to keep up with demand for new data, especially in suburban areas where land development is taking place. In the built environment, the imager...
Can I print orthophoto and use them with a stereoscope?
No. The topographic displacement where you might see the side of a tall building in the photo may seem deceiving, but orthophoto by definition have been rectified to remove perspective. Without two ca...
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There’s no imagery for my area, is there anything else available?
Yes. First Base Solutions can acquire new photo as a custom request. First Base Solutions is also a licensed reseller of Planet Labs and DigitalGlobe satellite imagery. Satellite imagery is an ideal...
Can I see an overview of the area each dataset covers?
Coverage maps for all data types can be found here. View the year by year ortho coverage details here.
Can I print or manipulate the image layer in MapCast?
Maximum printing sizes vary depending on the dpi of the print. A 300dpi print has a maximum size of 6.8 inches, a 200dpi print has a maximum size of 10.2 inches and a 150dpi print has a maximum size o...
What do the numbers in the file name mean?
The first letters tell the data type, “orth” for orthophoto, “line” for a digital elevation model, “contour” for contour lines. The next 2 numbers are the UTM zone,...
How do I place my orthophoto in CAD software to align with other data tiles I bought?
For some users, simply change the extension of the world coordinate file that came with your JPG photo from *.wld to *.jgw, or, use a utility to read the wld file, which references coordinates of the ...
What’s the difference between JPG and MrSid? Which file format is best for my project?
JPG and MrSID are just a few compressed image formats. Both formats can be read by most up-to-date CAD and GIS software. JPG is a fine option where the goal is simply to view the imagery across as man...