3D Scanner

Makerscanner

Flat color background. Camera is fixed distance from background. Makerscanner is taped down Makerscanner software - Latest as of 3/30/13

Pros

• Color point cloud in mesh
• Works well for small objects
• High resolution

Cons

• Can't scan all sides at once
• Needs stitching of multiple scans.
• Cleanup of scans needed before usable.

123Catch iOS App

Tried same scan with Photos and with app

Tips

• Be able to rotate around your object easily.
• Even distribution of lighting
• Non moving object
• Non reflective object
• X after scan = broken

Pros

• Outside/sunny works well

Cons

• Many time scan just won't work
• Little to no success with Ipad. Iphone app worked well.

ReconstructMe

White background Kinect at 3-4 feet from surface.

Tips

Likes contrast and area to be well lit.

Pros

• Works well for large objects
• Produces PLY
• User can move slowly to make a complete 3D scan.
• Would support turn table.

Cons

• Limited free version.
• Must stay in optimal range when moving