GPS-Photo Link Version 5.1 was released on November 1, 2010

DOWNLOAD HERE (See version update features below) (If you have v.5.0 and want to try 5.1 this will affect your installation. READ THIS FIRST )
New Functionality in GPS-Photo Link 5.1 (See short video demo of what's new)

New Enterprise and floating license options (GIS Pro version only)

• The GPS-Photo Link Enterprise license allows an organization to purchase and manage one license for their entire organization. The license is available for groups of 5-25, 25-50, 50-100, and over 100 users.
• A multi-user floating license allows multiple users to share one instance GPS-Photo Link between multiple computers with one concurrent user per license.
• *Both the Enterprise license and the multi-user floating license automatically check-in and check-out software as it is used on individual machines, or software can be checked-out for a set amount of time.

Improved project management for larger projects

• Create multiple templates for processing photos and creating reports
• Easily share templates with others by email
• Organize projects based on the directory structure of your computer or server
• Create zip files of entire projects for easy sharing of information
• Right click over a project to carry out an action
• Drag & drop photos onto project from Windows Explorer
• Greater speed when modifying attribute data associated with photos

Enhanced Report Capabilities

• Increased selection of background maps including: ArcGIS static maps, Google Terrain map, and custom maps including ArcGIS server (REST) maps and ArcGIS Desktop (*.MXD) maps. **ArcGIS custom basemaps only available in GIS Pro version.
• Select from a collection of free background maps GeoSpatial Experts has catalogued on their website
• New map caching for greater efficiency in report creation
• Additional options to turn on/off maps and attribute tables
• Increased flexibility in formatting PDF and Word reports, allowing the user to control footer text, control the location of the attribute table, and change photo size
• Faster report creation

Increased Flexibility

• Make airplane heading adjustment when photos are taken from the side of an airplane
• Import RAW and TIFF photos
• Accept NMEA Track Log Input

November 30th, 2011 5.1.25 bug fixes

• Major change in Google 6.1 created problems for many software packages that create .KLM/.KMZ files. Created work around in GPS-Photo Link to resolve Google Earth 6.1 problems including photos not appearing in popup, FOV not working.
• Resolved issues with Trimble Photos in Geotag wizard
• Fixed Field of View (FOV) for Sony cameras
• Resolved refresh issue in the attribute editor
• Fixed issues with GeoDatabase and shapefile output

December 8, 2011 5.1.26 bug fixes

• Added ability to read date/time from GPX comment and description fields
• Fixed Photo Editor causing thumbnails to be re-generated when clicking on a photo
• Fixed Activation not working for manual activations that have an expired maintenance
• Fixed out of memory error when loading photos that need to be rotated

January 20 , 2012 5.1.28 bug fixes

• Fixed Geotagging with GPX files, will now read time from GPX comments
• Fixed bug that caused the program to hang upon exit and lose attribute changes
• Fixed bug in Add Offset Locations that caused the program to crash
• Fixed CSV import not using import datum
• For NPS Version : Fixed NPS Attributes not being cleared when they are geotagged

February 3 , 2012 5.1.28 bug fixes

• Fixed Alaska Albers Projection
• Importing photos no longer causing exceptions
  

GPS-Photo Link Version 5.0 was released on July 13, 2010

DOWNLOAD HERE (5.0.x Version 5.0.49 - See version update features below)
The new GPS-Photo link 5.0 offers a more interactive user interface with expanded functionality including:

• live map preview for photo location editing
• robust project management
• a full-featured ArcGIS extension for the GIS Pro Series software
• enhanced watermarking capabilities to imprint any piece of attribute data on the photos
• EXIF header editing
• batch editing of photos and attribute data
• Blue Marble data conversion
• Crystal Reports allowing more sophisticated report generation

The new software will output:

• ESRI ArcSDE Enterprise Geodatabases, Personal and File Geodatabases, and Shape Files.
• Google Earth files and .gpx files
• Access and csv files to show attribute information as a database or table
• Enhanced reports in word, html, and .pdf

Updates to GPS-Photo Link Version 5.0

December 8, 2011 - 5.0.49 Bug Fixes

• Major change in Google 6.1 created problems for many software packages that create .KLM/.KMZ files. Created work around in GPS-Photo Link to resolve Google Earth 6.1 problems including photos not appearing in popup, FOV not working.
• Resolved issues with Trimble Photos in Geotag wizard
• Fixed Field of View (FOV) for Sony cameras
• Fixed issues with GeoDatabase and shapefile output

July 22, 2011- 5.0.48 Bug Fixes

• Fixed import of Garmin and GPX files to put waypoint name or track number into subject when Geotagging

July 20, 2011- 5.0.46 Bug Fixes

• Fixed import of Trimble Pathfinder Output shape files
• Fixed import of photos from Garmin Basecamp software

June 21, 2011- 5.0.45 Enhancements and Bug Fixes

• New Activation Manager Layout for easier understanding
• New Feature : Can now link imported data to built-in fields (Title, Subject, Description, Comment and Tags)
• Fixed photo rotation for iPhone photos
• Fixed problem geotagging with a date/time format with a "-" between the date and time
• Photos and Maps inside reports will now scale smaller if the user chooses small sizes.
• Added reminder notice for Maintenance Agreement Expiring
• Fixed another Olympus camera photo problem.
• Added option to "Always Erase" output when re-processing photos. Option can be turned on and off through the application options as well.

May 6, 2011- 5.0.40 Enhancements and Bug Fixes

• Fixed crash during create Shape File
• Fixed automatic loading of shape files into ArcGIS 10 after processing
• Fixed clicking on shape file in output list - would not start ArcGIS 10 and load layer
• Fixed ArcGIS 10 toolbar not showing up when upgrading software

March 11, 2011- 5.0.36 Enhancements and Bug Fixes

• Added ESRI ArcGIS 10 Compatibility with GeoDatabases. Now fully compatible with Arc 10
• Addressed problems some Olympus camera users were having importing photos
• Now reads shape files when computer is not set to use US number format
• Now saves the last photo directory so that software defaults to the same folder to import photos next time
• Fixed bug in Google Earth KMZ files that caused pictures to not appear in pop-up box
• Fixed bug in GeoTag Wizard when using two different fields for date and time values
• Fixed bug in GeoTag Wizard when interpolating between points and having a heading value
• Fixed a problem reading Shape Files for input when not using US number formats

October 18, 2010 - 5.0.29 Enhancements and Bug Fixes

• Improved output creation speed by 200%-300%
• Added support for the latest Ricoh GPS Camera - the Ricoh 700SE
• Reduced download install file from 84MB to 51MB
• Added ability to Handle European style number formats – Comma for decimal place
• Can now output Word (.doc and .docx) and PDF files with 500 + Photos
• Can now process other output (Shape, GeoDB, txt, Web, etc) for 5000 or more photos
• Fixed “Out of Domain” errors for when editing positions in other datums
• Added 20 Memos available for any photo, not just Ricoh photos
• Fixed attribute errors for photos sets > 100
• Fixed bug that would not allow elevation to be shown as feet if a projected datum was used

September 28, 2010 - 5.0.23 Enhancements and Bug Fixes

• Fixed bug in 5.0.17 not creating shape file attributes correctly
• Fixed ArcGIS Extension for layers in groups
• Fixed Laser Rangefinder distance not reading correctly
• Can now create a Shape File with at least 5000 photos

September 8, 2010 - 5.0.17 Enhancements and Bug Fixes

• Added Field of View calculations for Nikons, Sony HX5V, iPhones, and other cameras
• GPS-Photo Link will display a message when the user has a problem with their internet connection but will no longer close the software
• Fixed auto color adjustment problem
• Fixed bug creating 5000 photo shape file

August 24th, 2010 - 5.0.13 Enhancements and Bug Fixes

• Corrected network proxy errors preventing Internet access
• Fixed problem with datum selecting dialog cancel button causing an exception
• Fixed duplicate photos in project when activating or deactivating software
• Fixed exception when importing large number of photos

August 13th, 2010 - 5.0.9 Enhancements and Bug Fixes

• You can now change the time zone in the Geotag wizard, also the current time zone is displayed.
• GPS-Photo Link 5.0 can now read Trimble Pathfinder CSV files.
• Latitude problem for Southern hemisphere corrected.
• Corrected problem with some editing of attributes not being saved correctly.
• Fixed geotagging bug when time zones were changed.
• Corrected exception when editing photo direction.
• Fixed internet access behind proxy servers.
• Fixed bug when user did not have a “My Pictures” directory.
• Photos are no longer duplicated if you activate/deactivate the software while a project is open.
  

July 29, 2010 - 5.0.4 Enhancements and Bug fixes

• Field of View wedges (showing camera field of view) can now be created in Shape Files and Geodatabases (previously only available in Google Earth output).
• You can now specify the size of the Field of View wedges by using the Offset Distance field in the attribute editor. By default it will be 200ft, but you can change it for all photos or each photo individually. If you have a Laser Rangefinder connected to a Ricoh camera, this field will hold the distance to the object.
• Attributes Tab – Photo Attributes are being saved correctly, thumbnails are always showing up on the map.
• Geotag Wizard – The program will now require a Date or Time field to be specified if link by Date/Time is selected. When you have link by filename selected, the program will require a filename field to be selected.
• Geotag Wizard – The camera date/time field is always set correctly, photo are always linked to the correct point, all GPX files are being read correctly (DNR-Garmin)
• Report Output – Incorrect icon was showing on static maps.
• Web Page Output – Missing images from the Title Page showing as blank icons.
• Output - Map Datum is now added to all photos to be used in Watermarks or Attribute Table, Original and Thumbnail photos now have the correct EXIF GPS information, Logo2 is showing correctly,EXIF GPS data now written in correct format.
• Watermark Tab – Size of photo sometimes showed “0” instead of “Original Size”.
• Watermarks – Watermark outside of photo was not working
• ArcGIS Extension – Fixed duplicated layers in the Setup screen.
  

GPS-Photo Link: GIS Pro and Express Series Pervious Versions

Geotagging photos has become a popular application of GPS technology over the past year. While the technology is new to most people, GeoSpatial Experts introduced its photo mapping software, GPS-Photo Link, in 2001. GPS-Photo Link has emerged as the industry standard in photo mapping, known for its consistency and reliability. GeoSpatial Experts is constantly pushing the technology forward with new features for GPS-Photo Link.

What version of GPS-Photo Link should I download?

• If you have never used GPS-Photo Link you should download the most recent version which is always under the Trial tab on our web site.
• If you are upgrading to 5.x, download the Trial version and use the serial number given to you when you purchase the software to activate it. Once you activate your software you will be notified of any future free or paid upgrades available when you launch GPS-Photo Link. To install the upgrade close GPS-Photo Link before continuing so that you do not need to restart your computer before it takes effect.
• If you are re-installing make sure to install the most recent version that you purchased. Use the table below to determine which version you need. If you have the original disk, use it to install and upgrade to the highest free version available.

Once you reinstall you will need to unlock or activate your software. Different versions have different activation codes or methods associated with them. Versions 4.x and higher have serial numbers that were given to you at the time of purchase and may be found on your invoice or in your CD case. Contact us if you are unable to find your activation code. Versions 4.0 and earlier had a different activation system that generated an 8 digit code when the software was installed. If you have reinstall this version on a different computer you will need to contact our office for a new unlock code. If you have a 4.2.x or earlier version we strongly recommend upgrading as these versions are no longer supported.

September 3, 2009: GPS-Photo Link Version 4.3.7

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4.3.7 Includes the following new features and bug fixes. These upgrades effect both GIS Pro and Express series of GPS-Photo Link

• Fixed Google Maps output in Web Pages
• Fixed crash in National Park Service version when creating Shape Files.

July 1, 2009: GPS-Photo Link Version 4.3.5

4.3.5 Includes the following new features and bug fixes. These upgrades effect both GIS Pro and Express series of GPS-Photo Link

• Both meters and feet are now offered as selections in State Plane datum.
• Expanded display of Memos on Photo Edit screen.
• Added 2 additional watermark text lines, one on top of the photo, and one on the bottom.
• Added feature to show Memo Titles along with Memos on the Watermarks.
• Added work around to Nikon Transfer 1.1 bug with lat/lon’s (Fixed in Nikon 1.4 software).
• Added option to display directions in Magnetic North reference.
• Added FOV (Field Of View) Shape file output for standalone GPS-Photo Link.
• Added option to specify no labels for Google Earth output.
• Added feature to add track logs (picture locations) to Google Earth, useful when applying a distance/offset to a point.
• Fixed state plane output and NAD27 output.
• Fixed offset position which was not updating Watermarks and Web/Doc documents.
• Fixed icon problem within Web Pages and Word Docs.
• Fixed KMZ creation.
• Fixed problem creating Personal GeoDatabases in ArcGIS when selecting FOV (Field Of View) output.
• Fixed problem with Google Earth labels; if Name or Comment was blank, the program was using Date/Time. 
• Fixed Manual Distance Units in meters.
• Fixed direction intermittently displaying -999.
• Fixed bug where track logs were output in Google Earth.

March 2, 2009: GPS-Photo Link Version 4.3

March 2, 2009 GeoSpatial Experts combined the features of it's Ricoh & Standard editions to create GPS-Photo Link: GIS Pro series.

GIS Pro series features ESRI Shape Files and an ArcGIS extension allowing users to use any GPS enabled camera to process photos in ArcGIS. This version also adds .kmz files making Google Earth files easier to share. Another advantage of 4.3 is that the HTML and Word output can now access World Wide maps.

GPS-Photo Link: Express Series is designed for users who do not need ArcGIS or Shape Files. This simpler version of the software is designed for consumers who are not professional mappers. While it includes most of the same features as GIS Pro series, it does not include the option to display different datum, to use HTML templates, or to create shape files. It also does not include the ArcGIS extension.

*Please note that GPS-Photo Link: Standard & Ricoh Editions were discontinued with Version 4.3.

December 5, 2008 : GPS-Photo Link Version 4.2.6

This version addresses specific user problems that were experienced with 4.2 in addition to several enhancements. This is a free upgrade for all 4.2 users.

If you need to reinstall or upgrade an older version of GPS-Photo Link (version 4.0.5 or 4.1.7) you may click on the link below or contact our office at help@GeoSpatialExperts.com or call 303-255-2908. Please note: when you install the upgrade on a computer with where GPS-Photo Link is already registered, the new version should run automat6ically. Please do not uninstall the old version before installing the upgrade. If you have not purchased the software or you are using it on a different computer, the software will open in trial mode. If you need to unlock the software contact our office. Proof of purchase is required.

1. Added Attributes table output now an option for word/html
2. Added "Copy" function, to copy previous lat/lon
3. Added multiple select to change attributes of many photos at once
4. Fixed Reading Garmin Waypoints from files (GPX and Text)
5. Fixed Virtual Earth output (Windows Live)
6. Fixed ArcGIS PopUp Not Working
7. Added New Sub-Title for annotating photos
8. Fixed Word Output Arrows
9. Added Ability to have a start number for seq num
10. Fixed British / Irish Grids
11. Fixed using memo as distance
12. Fixed output if using offset (dist and dir)
13. Fixed Group problem in ArcGIS not allowing popups

July 29, 2008 GPS-Photo Link Version 4.2 Released

The primary new features are the addition of State Plane & HARN coordinates as well as the ability to create reports as Microsoft Word documents.

Users who purchased the maintenance agreement with their 4.1x software will be able to download 4.2 for free. This upgrade should run without the need for a new unlock code. If your software is not eligible for a free upgrade you can purchase a 4.2 upgrade from our web site.

July 18th, 2008 : GPS-Photo Link Version 4.1.7

DO NOT DOWNLOAD IF YOU HAVE 4.0.x!!! If you do, your software will not work!

• ArcGIS Tool : Fixed a bug in the Process Photos tool did not allow a user to create a Personal GeoDatabase from Ricoh500 SE photos. This only happened if a photo had WAAS corrections.
• Fix Type : The field “Fix Type” in the Shape File  and Personal GeoDatabase output will now show “3d Diff” if the camera’s GPS had a WAAS differential fix.
• Input Shape File : Sometimes when you used a shape file as GPS data input to GPS-Photo Link, the output shape file picture.shp might be corrupted.
• Offset Position : When the user selected to use the heading and distance to compute a new position, the Google Earth output and Shape File Lat/Lon fields did not show the offset position.

August 23, 2007 : GPS-Photo Link Version 4.0.50

• Fixed heading from Ricoh camera in ArcGIS Extension
• Fixed date problem in ArcGIS Extension
• Added support for linking to shape files with photo file name already there.
• Added mm accuracy for X/Y positions on watermarks
• Added "Windows Live Maps" to the HTML web page map options.
• Fixed – 2d and 3d cones in Google Earth Output.
• Fixed - Heading problem using Ricoh Camera's GPS Track.
• Fixed - Google Earth link in web pages.
• Fixed - Downloaded internet maps in UTM have correct world files.
• Fixed - Rename by time having duplicate file names.
• Added support for Ricoh 500SE geo-coded video clips
• Fixed Time zones not showing up correctly
• Fixed – Able to input partial lat/lon, plus +/- in lat/lon manual entry
• Added higher precision to the position output on watermarked photos
• Fixed ArcGIS Plug-In bug that caused Icons to go blank
• Fixed Photo Sequence Number not skipping skipped files
• Replaced Lost Outdoors maps with Microsoft Live
• Fixed problem with Trimble Shape File input not calculating time zone correctly
• Now outputs WGS84 Lat/Lon to Google Earth
• Fix British Grid internal X and Y values
• Fixed a problem with renaming the original photos, and then loosing the customizations
• Fix the UTM watermarks
• Now shows more progress bars, usefully when processing large number of photos.
• Added Google Earth output. You will need to download the free viewer from Google Earth before you can view the sample.
• Redesigned watermark screen gives user more options for adding key information to photos and deciding where to place the watermarks.
• User logos can now be added to watermarked photos.
• Photos can be processed in any directory on the user’s computer.
• GPX File Format Support (GPX) enables users to interface with a greater variety of programs, including Garmin’s MapSource for GPS data input and photo viewing.
• GPS track logs can be represented in Google or MapSource to display the sequence in which digital photos were acquired.
• Users can select from many icons (including rotated arrows) to portray photo locations on the automatically generated web pages
• Shape files used in ArcGIS can now be arrows that indicate the direction of your photos
• You can now download Color High Resolution urban aerial photos
• Download Garmin GPS data through USB
• Will play recorded audio in Extra Data Screen
• Rename files based on Comment + Date/Time making photos easier to find
• Waypoint names from GPS will automatically be included as comments with your picture
• Added support for GPS Utility output making it easier to download information from even more GPS products
• Outputs camera parameters (Focal Length, F Number, Aperture, Exposure, and ISO).
• Fixed problem reading USB data from Garmin "x" series of handheld GPS.

GPS-Photo Link: ArcPad Edition

The trial version of GPS-Photo Link ArcPad Edition will run for 10 days. If you purchased this geotag software you must first install the trial version and then contact us for an unlock code.
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