The Matterport E57 file contains a large amount of data, including a high-density point cloud, panoramic images, and metadata from each scan location in the space. The file format, .E57, is a standard, vendor-neutral format that is widely supported by many 3D design applications. This makes it easy to use the digital twin created by the Matterport scan in a range of applications. In comparison to the MatterPak, the E57 file contains a much larger dataset and therefore produces a point cloud with over 10 times the detail. It only contains the point cloud file however, not the other files offered in the MatterPak.
The E57 file output format is widely adopted by most 3D design applications, so you can use it in a wide range of applications, including but not limited to:
- Autodesk Recap Pro
- Leica Register 360
- Leica Cyclone
- Faro Scene
- Autodesk Revit
- Autodesk Navisworks
- Autodesk
- AutoCAD
- Trimble Sketchup
- Trimble Business Center
- TopCon Magnet
- Cintoo Cloud
For a comprehensive list of supported applications, refer to this website.
Who is the E57 File For?
The E57 file is useful for construction professionals, such as architects, MEP engineers, general contractors, and BIM managers, who need a high-density point cloud for complex workflows. It offers more detail than the MatterPak .XYZ point cloud file.
You can import the E57 3D point cloud data into 3D and architecture, engineering, and design applications, including easily importing point clouds to Autodesk Revit® using the Matterport for Revit® Plug-in.
What is a Point Cloud?
A point cloud is a collection of data points in 3D space that represent the shape of a physical object. The positions of these points are typically measured using a capture device and are described using a set of Cartesian coordinates (X, Y, Z). Point clouds are often used to represent the existing conditions of a structure, and the data they contain can be used for analysis or imported into 3D design and BIM software.
How is E57 different from a MatterPak?
The E57 file is a single file that contains a colorized point cloud, unlike the MatterPak bundle, which includes several different components, such as a colorized point cloud, reflected ceiling plan, high-resolution floor plan, and 2D mesh file. The MatterPak is designed to provide a lightweight, accessible solution that can be used on devices such as phones and tablets. In comparison, the E57 file contains a much larger dataset and therefore produces a point cloud with over 10 times the detail of the one provided in the MatterPak.
Sample File Downloads
We recommend you download the samples and open them in the 3D editing software you intend to use to ensure it works and you fully know what to expect.
- Pro3 Model
- E57 sample file (1.15 GB)
- Pro2 Model
- E57 sample file (1.96 GB)
- MatterPak sample file (for comparison)
Questions?
If you have any questions, please contact us, we’re happy to help.