Photosynth

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Photosynth Technology Preview

 

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whats it do?

edit: everythings back on my screen

 

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You need to download the photosynth application from the homepage:

Microsoft Live Labs: Photosynth

 

[tris-]

only works in ie

what a load of gay twattyness

 

[old.Tohtori]

whats it do?

Again, this.

Some explanation would be nice.

 

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Photosynth is a software technology preview from Microsoft Live Labs and the University of Washington that analyzes digital photographs to build a three-dimensional point cloud of a photographed object. Pattern recognition components compare portions of images to create points, which are then compared to convert the image into a model.

The program works by analysing multiple photographs taken of the same area. Each photograph is processed by noting specific features, like the corner of a window frame or a door handle. Photos that share features are then linked together in a web. When the same feature is found in multiple images, its 3D position can be calculated. Photosynth's 3D model is a cloud of points showing where these features are in space. This model enables the program to show a particular area from various angles, based on the different angles found in the photos. While the process works when only two photographs are used, it is better with more.

Capabilities:
-Walk or fly through a scene to see photos from any angle
-Zoom in or out of a photo
-See where pictures were taken in relation to one another
-Find similar photos to the one you're currently viewing
-Send pictures