Tools & Add-ons
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Introduction​
This page is the tool map for the course: the camera solvers, the trainers, and the Blender addons, with the trade-offs that decide which one fits your pipeline and your budget.
SfM / Camera Solving Tools​
| Tool | Type | Cost | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| COLMAP | Standalone | Free | Full control, best accuracy |
| Metashape | Standalone | Paid | Integrated pipeline, user-friendly |
| RealityScan | Mobile/Desktop | Free | Quick capture from phone |
Training Tools​
| Tool | Type | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postshot | Standalone | Paid | User-friendly GUI, good defaults |
| Brush | Standalone | Free | CLI, more control, fewer features |
| SkySplat | Blender Addon | Free | Full pipeline inside Blender |
| Luma AI | Cloud | Freemium | Easy but less control |
Blender Addons​
| Addon | Purpose | Status in KB |
|---|---|---|
| KIRI 3DGS Render | Import, edit, render splats | ✅ Stable |
| SkySplat | Full pipeline (video → splat) | 🔸 Draft |
| Photogrammetry Import Export | Import SfM results | ✅ Stable |
Comparison Framework​
- When to use each tool
- Mixing and matching across pipeline stages
- Cost vs. control trade-offs
Summary​
Tool choice is a per-stage decision. A camera solver, a trainer, and a Blender addon each carry separate trade-offs between control, cost, and convenience — and no single tool wins all three stages. You now know the options per stage and the framework for choosing.
Resources​
KB Pages​
- KIRI 3DGS Render addon
- SkySplat addon
- Postshot tool
- COLMAP tool
- Photogrammetry Import Export addon
- Course Syllabus — full course overview and module map