Thorpe J. Aerial photography and satellite imagery: competing or complementary?

EOM (Earth Observation Magazine). — 1996. — June. — Pp. 35 - 38.The author examines the impact which the new 1-meter satellite imagery will have on the aerial mapping industry. Both aerial photography and satellite technologies are briefly described, and satellite orthorectified imagery is compared with conventional aerial digital aerophotography. The advantages and disadvantages of each are discussed, along with issues concerning accuracy and resolution. An attempt is made to table the currently projected costs of both products.