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Precision Mapping in West Michigan: Using the DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise for Orthomosaics

  • Writer: Mark Thompson
    Mark Thompson
  • Jun 12
  • 2 min read

At Jeek Productions, we specialize in providing high-quality drone services throughout West Michigan, with a strong focus on Grand Rapids, MI, and the surrounding areas. One of the most valuable tools in our workflow is the DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise, a drone built specifically for professionals who need reliable and accurate data from the sky. Whether you're managing a construction site, inspecting land, or mapping property, orthomosaic mapping can deliver the insights you need — fast.

One of hundreds of photos taken during a drone mapping orthomosaic.

What Are Orthomosaics?

An orthomosaic is a detailed, georeferenced aerial image created by stitching together multiple drone photos. Unlike standard images, these maps are:

  • Scaled to real-world coordinates

  • Corrected for lens distortion and perspective

  • Accurate enough for measurements, planning, and reporting

These maps are used by construction companies, land developers, real estate professionals, and municipal planners to get a clear, measurable view of the land from above.


Why We Use the DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise

Serving clients across Grand Rapids and greater West Michigan, we rely on the DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise because it delivers:

High-resolution imaging: Its 20MP mechanical-shutter camera produces sharp, undistorted images ideal for stitching.

RTK Accuracy: With its optional RTK module, we achieve centimeter-level precision, essential for professional survey-grade results. *Jeek Productions DOES NOT provide surveys

Long flight times: Up to 45 minutes per flight allows us to cover larger areas — perfect for farms, construction sites, and municipal zones.

Efficient flight planning: Using software like DJI Pilot 2, we automate missions to ensure consistent photo overlap, often around 75–80%.

Seamless data processing: Our imagery integrates with mapping software like Pix4D, DroneDeploy, and DJI Terra to deliver final orthomosaics ready for your team.


How It Works

  1. Plan: We define the area, altitude, and overlap settings based on your project's goals.

  2. Fly: The drone flies a programmed grid pattern, capturing hundreds of images.

  3. Process: Photos are processed in photogrammetry software to generate a clean, scaled orthomosaic map.

  4. Deliver: You receive an exportable, GIS-compatible map file and visuals that can be used for planning, documentation, or sharing with stakeholders.


Who We Serve in West Michigan

We’ve worked with clients across Grand Rapids, Holland, Byron Center, Kalamazoo, and surrounding areas to provide:

  • Construction progress monitoring

  • Real estate development planning

  • Land inspections and 3D mapping

  • Agricultural field mapping

  • Municipal infrastructure planning

With local expertise and FAA certification, we’re equipped to handle complex aerial mapping projects across West Michigan.


Let’s Elevate Your Project

Ready to see your property, site, or land from a whole new perspective? Contact Jeek Productions for professional drone mapping services in Grand Rapids, MI and West Michigan.📧 mark@jeekproductions.com | 📞 616-318-3702🌐 www.jeekproductions.com

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