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5. CONCLUSIONS 
Evaluation of ancient settlements and cultural heritage has 
always been one of the most interesting topics in 
photogrammetry. One of the difficulties by archaeological 
photogrammetry is the position of the camera. Suitable camera 
position cannot be arranged in any cases. In this study, a 
different platform has been used for image acquisition. The 
interesting point of the image acquisition system is the 
availability of the covering area in the monitor by the ground 
operator. This causes more effective work on the field. Another 
interesting point is the structure of the camera holder, so that it 
acts likely as a compensator. This causes to take more suitable 
photos for photogrammetric applications. 
In archaeological sites, excavations take place mostly in 
summer. This causes - especially in Mediterranean part of 
Turkey- to work in hot weather. Thinking about the contrast on 
the images, this was a disadvantage. Because of that, image 
acquisition has been done very early in the morning. Nearby, in 
those hours, it is very silent and not windy. This is an advantage 
for using the helium-balloon too. 
It is well known that oblique photos have some problem during 
exterior orientation. But in some cases like facade evaluation 
etc. this is a must, if any of the additional equipment has been 
used. Ongoing study is to use the balloon and the camera for 
façade imaging especially for tall or non-reachable building. 
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