OpenScan - 3D Scanning for the Masses

Open-source

3D Scanning

Documentation

Our beginner friendly

OpenScan Mini

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Our most versatile

OpenScan Classic

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A low-cost, high-quality 3D scanner that you can build yourself - completely open source and modular. 3D scanning opens up completely new possibilities in many areas, such as 3D printing, modelling, reverse engineering, product presentations, photography and more.

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Unique 3D Scanning technique

Using photogrammetry on small scale has never been more accessible. OpenScan utilizes this technique to create stunning 3D scans.

No App needed

We strongly believe in data autonomy and give users the choice to process their data locally or through our in-house OpenScan Cloud photogrammetry engine.

Strong Community

As a community-driven project, OpenScan is active on many plattforms, where users actively participate in its development

Modularity

Every part of OpenScan is well documented and highly modular, so that users can modify and build their own devices based on the existing solutions.

Open Source

Without the open source movement, this project would not be possible. For this reason, all our firmware and hardware plansare published and ready to be modified.

Our powerful photogrammetry solution

OpenScan Cloud

Thanks to great community support through Patreon, we are able to offer a free processing pipeline for your 3D models. With over ten million processed photos, we are on our way to bringing 3D scanning to the masses.

Scan Gallery

It's amazing to see the 3D scans people achieve with our devices! We've seen everything from historical artifacts and miniatures to replacement parts and entire buildings. Checkout the 3D Scan gallery or Sketchfab for more amazing creations.

Our 3D Scanners

OpenScan Mini

From €203,00

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OpenScan Classic

From €203,00

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Scan Volume

~9x9x9cm

~18x18x18cm

Camera

Arducam IMX519 or other Pi Camera v2 form factor cameras

many DSLR cameras via USB triggering

any camera via modified remote shutter release (e.g. Smartphone)

Usability

Easy to use

beginner-friendly

Easy with Arducam IMX519

more involved with DSLR/Smartphone

Accuracy

up to 0.02mm (*)

up to 0.01mm (*)

3D Scanning for the masses

Scan the world

When we started our journey in 2017, we could have never imagined that this project would grow to a global scale. Today, our scanners can be found across continents, in various makerspaces, industries, enhancing research, and connecting communities in ways we only dreamed of.

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3D Scanning news, experiments and updates

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Reading the Histogram: Getting Exposure Right for Your 3D Scans

Choosing the right exposure/shutter speed is important for successful 3D scans with photogrammetry. The histogram is a simple tool that helps you find the right settings for your scan object and en...

May 4, 2026

OpenScan3 Beta — What's New

We just announced that OpenScan3 is moving into beta. That post covers what beta means and where we still need help. This one is about what's actually in it. Elias has been working on the new firmw...

Apr 17, 2026

OpenScan3 Firmware: Quick Start & Troubleshooting

Getting started with OpenScan3 is straightforward once the image is flashed and the device is on the network. This post explains the basic setup process and covers the most common issues during ins...

Apr 16, 2026