4. Creating 3D Objects with Cameras and 123D Catch

Autodesk has a free service called 123D Catch that allows you to scan objects in 3D of just about anything, including people or buildings, using a regular digital camera—even with the one in your smartphone or tablet.

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You will need to set up an Autodesk account (it’s free) before you can start. The process is quick and only requires a valid email address. It can be done via the application directly or via the website at http://123dapp.com.

There are a couple of ways to use 123D Catch. In this chapter, we cover the use of the iOS and web versions of the software. Both require that you take multiple photos of your object, from every angle possible. Then you submit those photos to the 123D ...

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