camera selection
What kind of camera works best for Aerial Mapping? Technically, any camera will work for aerial shooting, but compact cameras in the "poin-and-shoot" class are the right size for balloons and kites. Phones with good cameras can also work.
You will need a camera that can do continuous shooting (or "continuous drive"), or you will have to add an external shutter trigger (see the camera trigger page). ,
Continuous Shooting Consumer Cameras. See if your camera is on this list of continuous drive cameras at Digital Photography Review.
Timelapse Apps On Phones Timelapse Apps.