PLANIX R1 Capture Settings (HDR/Noise/Stitching)

PLANIX R1 Capture Settings

The Camera settings can be found by selecting the Camera Settings Icon on the survey screen:

HDR:

Retains more details in bright and dark areas of the 360° images by merging images with different exposure settings. Toggle on to choose from the following options: High (-5EV/+2EV), Medium (-3EV/+3EV), Low (-1EV/+2EV).

Using HDR modes will impact the scan capture speed.

Noise Reduction:

Noise reduction captures multiple images and combines them to make a smoother final output that exceeds the performance of what the camera’s sensor can natively create.

Toggle on to choose from the following options: High, Medium, Low.

Turning on Noise reduction will impact the scan capture speed.

Stitching: Static vs Dynamic

When creating an iGUIDE 3D tour, you can choose between Static and Dynamic stitching modes. Each mode serves different purposes depending on the intended use of the tour. Below is a breakdown of the differences, use cases, and limitations of each stitching type.

	Dynamic Stitching:	Static Stitching:
Best For	Marketing and real estate presentations	Engineering, architecture, or any use case requiring precise measurements
Description	Reduces visible stitching lines Produces a smooth, polished visual experience	Prioritizes measurement accuracy Captures more usable measurement area with fewer scans
Measurement Mode	Uses a 60° masked area in Measure Modes 2 & 3, limiting accuracy slightly	Uses a 3° masked area in Measure Modes 2 & 3, allowing more detailed on-screen measurements
Pros	Clean, seamless visuals Ideal for showcasing properties and client-facing materials	Highly accurate for measurements Efficient for technical or planning workflows
Cons	Slightly less accurate for measurements due to wider masked zone	May display visible transitions or stitching artifacts in the tour visuals
Visual Appearance	Smooth transitions between panoramas	May show image jumps or slight misalignments
Default Setting	Yes, Dynamic is the default on the R1 camera	Optional setting; must be selected manually
Recommendation	Choose Dynamic if presentation and aesthetics are your top priority	Choose Static if measurement accuracy is critical for your use case

Choosing the right mode:

GOAL :	Recommendation:
Visual marketing appeal	Dynamic
Precise measurements (AEC)	Static

How noticeable stitching transitions are can depend on where the stitching line falls and how the space is laid out. Some panoramas may show more than others. R1 cameras use Dynamic Stitching by default to give you a smoother, more polished visual experience. If your main goal is to create a clean, client-friendly 3D tour, Dynamic is the way to go. However, if you need precise measurements and don’t mind a few visual quirks, Static Stitching is your better option.