Planitar Inc., makers of iGUIDE, a proprietary camera and software platform for capturing and delivering 3D virtual tours and property data, has officially announced the launch of its latest solution iGUIDE PLANIX R1.
According to certain reports, iGUIDE PLANIX R1 happens to be a fast, lightweight, and affordable lidar-equipped 360-degree camera system for creating accurate floor plans, 3D tours, ESX files, CAD drawings, and 3D models.
More on the same would reveal how it is a quick-capture camera system that delivers unsurpassed accuracy in floor plans and easy-to-navigate 3D virtual tours. You see, once captured, the rich property data can seamlessly be uploaded to iGUIDE Portal via the iGUIDE PLANIX mobile app.
Markedly enough, contingent upon the project type, an iGUIDE 3D virtual tour and floor plan can be delivered in minutes, with complete 3D CAD drawing packages available in no more than a few days.
Talk about the given solution on a slightly deeper level, we begin from the promise of improved visuals. Here the PLANIX R1 system offers you higher image resolution, packaged next to better colors and contrasts for higher-quality images within the iGUIDE 3D Virtual Tour. Making technology all the more impressive is a fact that it is backed by the fully integrated Ricoh THETA X 360-degree camera.
Next up, there is available an access to trusted iGUIDE accuracy. In essence, R1’s lidar delivers enhanced accuracy, and therefore, limits measurement uncertainty in distance measurements on floor plans to 0.5% or better, and in square footage to 1% or better.
“The PLANIX R1’s compact, rugged design, combined with its speed and accuracy, sets it apart from traditional rotating cameras, which are often more cumbersome, slower to operate, and costly to process,” said Alexander Likholyot, CEO and co-founder of Planitar, Inc. “The PLANIX R1 enables users to achieve professional results with a single snap from a high-resolution, 360-degree, lidar-equipped device that can go anywhere. It’s the next step in the evolution of our PLANIX cameras, featuring a streamlined system architecture that delivers robust capture capabilities and an unparalleled experience for everyday use and capturing anything.”
Another detail worth a mention here is rooted in the device’s rugged and compact design. To expand upon that, we must mention how the R1 is actually delivered to customers in a small and convenient form, weighing no more than 980g, (2.2 lbs.). This, like you can guess, makes it easy to carry the device in any camera bag and combine it with other gear. The system cover also protects imaging and measurement optics from elements during storage.
Alongside an optimal design, Planitar’s latest brainchild further lets you enjoy an optimal battery life. In fact, owing to its long-lasting battery, photographers and capture specialists can shoot all day without changing batteries or connecting to an external battery pack. Even after they have exhausted their original battery, customers can avail replacement batteries quite easily from their typical hardware stores.
Moving on, the technology in question also comes with no mandate of a monthly fee, or any extra fixed costs. Instead, processing and 1-year hosting are included with iGUIDE pay-per-project fee structure and customers can download their data for self-hosting or offline use.
Among other things, it ought to be acknowledged that PLANIX R1 is the most affordable 360-degree camera with lidar technology in its class, as at launch, the device can be purchased for a retail price of $2,499.
“The new PLANIX R1 incorporates numerous improvements for a more efficient and capable device. The integration of iGUIDE technology into my business has been a key component of our success, and with the new PLANIX R1, iGUIDE improves our ability to get the job done faster and deliver enhanced results to our clients,” said Doug Logan, founder of Fine Homes Photography, who shared his thoughts after being part of a pre-release group
