No, a walkthrough is not a type of aerial photography. A walkthrough usually refers to a step-by-step tour, which can include aerial photography for virtual tours, real estate, or city planning.
However, aerial photography itself has different types based on angle, platform, and purpose.
Types of Aerial Photography
1. Based on Camera Angle
📌 Vertical Aerial Photography
- Camera faces directly downward (90° angle).
- Used for: Maps, land surveys, agriculture, urban planning.
📌 Oblique Aerial Photography
- Camera is angled to capture a wider area.
- Types: Low Oblique → No horizon visible. High Oblique → Horizon visible.
- Used for: Real estate, tourism, archaeology, disaster assessment.
2. Based on Platform Used
📌 Drone (UAV) Aerial Photography
- Captured using drones (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles).
- Used for: Real estate tours, film production, event coverage, environmental monitoring.
📌 Satellite Aerial Photography
- High-altitude images from satellites.
- Used for: Weather forecasting, climate research, military surveillance.
📌 Manned Aircraft Aerial Photography
- Captured from airplanes or helicopters.
- Used for: City mapping, search & rescue, oil & gas exploration.
3. Based on Purpose
📌 Reconnaissance Aerial Photography
- Used for military and security purposes.
- Border security, military planning, surveillance.
📌 Cartographic Aerial Photography
- Used for mapping and 3D modeling.
- GIS mapping, transportation planning, topographical studies.
📌 Thermal & Infrared Aerial Photography
- Captures heat signatures.
- Wildlife monitoring, firefighting, industrial inspections.
📌 Panoramic Aerial Photography
- Wide-angle views of large areas.
- Tourism, landscape photography, construction documentation.
How "Walkthrough" Relates to Aerial Photography
A walkthrough using aerial photography can mean:
✔ Real Estate Virtual Tours – Drone footage showcasing properties.
✔ Cinematic Flythroughs – Used in films, advertisements, and tourism.
✔ 3D Mapping & Smart City Planning – Helps in infrastructure development.
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