Mapping Wide angle lens?

I am doing a lot of research in the hopes of using a multicopter for detailed mapping of small areas at an archaeological site.

When looking at cameras Wide angle cameras have a lot of benefit for general AP, but are they a benefit or problem when doing mapping.

I would assume wide angle lenses have greater distortion which could increase errors in mapping images.

I plan to start with Palantier or some other freeware option for mapping, I am also looking at photogrammetry software like Archgis, or Agisoft once I have tried out freware options.

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  • Yes, a very wide angle is a problem to do mapping, see for a normal wide angle,  you can correct some distortion with software if you dont have many pictures to stich

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