New Script: panorama_to_plane-pitch.py
A new Python script, panorama_to_plane-pitch.py, is added to process images with the horizon locked. This script addresses a limitation in the older script, panorama_to_plane.py, when working with pitch angles other than 90° (looking level to the horizon).
Background:
Previously, when using panorama_to_plane.py at non-level pitch angles (e.g., a forward or upward tilt), the resulting images appear tilted. Imagine a frisbee with GoPros mounted on the rim, all capturing images simultaneously. If the frisbee tilts forward or upward, the resulting images exhibit varying tilts—some leaning left and others leaning right.
Improvement:
The new script resolves this issue by processing multiple pitch angles for every yaw angle. This approach ensures that the images captured are level, even when the camera setup is tilted. As a result, the horizon remains properly aligned across all images, improving usability for scenarios requiring precise horizon alignment.
Ease of Use:
For Windows users, a compiled executable, panorama_to_plane_pitch.exe, is attached to this release. This provides a simple, user-friendly way to process images without requiring Python installation or script setup.